Our Two Cents Podcast

Amy Travis serves as the Executive Director of CASA of Kern County. She has been instrumental in the organizations restructuring and development, in launching new funding streams, and increasing volunteerism. She serves on the Kern County Network for Children Board of Directors addressing the most critical issues facing children in Kern County.

Troy sits down with Amy and Diana to discuss CASA's need for more volunteers. As well as the positive economic impact CASA provides for Kern County. Stay tuned, as they discuss their upcoming fundraisers.

LEARN MORE ABOUT AMY TRAVIS AND DIANA RAMIREZ:

Website: https://kerncasa.org/

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 661-631-2272

Instagram: @kerncasa

Facebook: CASAofKernCounty

LinkedIn: @AmyTravis

LinkedIn: @DianaRamirez

Shannon Eckroth sits down with Kyle Jones to discuss social media marketing and much more.

LEARN MORE ABOUT SHANNON ECKROTH:

Website: www.eckroth.net/

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 661-567-7875

LinkedIn: @ShannonEckroth

Anthony Garcia is an expert in sales training, recruiting, goal achievement and motivating salespeople to peak performance. He is the Author of the 'International Best-Selling' book: "Catapulting Commissions: Achieve Your Next Sales Goal" which has been endorsed by Selling Power Magazine as one of the BEST sales book to read in 2021. Anthony is a keynote speaker who has shared the stage with Les Brown and Jack Canfield and is a highly sought-after speaker passionate about unlocking the high performer lying dormant in every sales professional.

Shannon and Anthony discuss how to grow your business post COVID-19 as well as how important it is to build a personal brand. They touch on the importance of giving back to the community. While Anthony explains the key characteristics he looks for when he is hiring a salesperson.

LEARN MORE ABOUT ANTHONY GARCIA:

Website: www.anthonypgarcia.com

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: @AnthonyPGarcia

Instagram: anthonypgarcia99

Facebook: AnthonyPGarcia99

Twitter: @AnthonyGarcia

YouTube: AnthonyPGarcia

Anthony's Book: CatapultingCommissions

Troy Burden breaks down the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

LEARN MORE ABOUT TROY BURDEN:

Website: www.lynncompany.com

Phone: 661-301-1247

Instagram: @TroyBurden

P.K. has over 25 years of sales experience and is the Director of Business Development for Mid Cal Labor Solutions. A local business that serves the employment needs for Petroleum and Construction Industries in Kern County.

Employer's are receiving a surplus of applications but continue to struggle filling their positions. Troy and P.K. discuss how temp agencies like Mid Cal Labor Solutions can help relieve some of the stress businesses are under.

LEARN MORE ABOUT P.K. ZANDER:

Website: www.midcallabor.com

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 661-549-7901

LinkedIn: @PKZander

Twitter: PKZander

Kyle Jones shares a few tips you should know when funding a living trust.

LEARN MORE ABOUT KYLE JONES:

Website: www.kwjoneslaw.com

Phone: 661-833-1090

Email: [email protected]

Kaelyn Peterson is the Executive Vice President, Public Affairs and the Executive Director of BAKPAC. Kaelyn began her career in Sacramento, CA working for then Senator, Jean Fuller in the California State Capitol and moved back to Bakersfield in 2018 to begin her work with the Chamber. Kaelyn runs the Chamber's comprehensive advocacy and public affairs platform, where she works to promote business friendly policy at the local, state and federal levels.

Kyle Jones sits down with Kaelyn to discuss the importance of the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce. She explains how the Chamber is pro-business and offers support for both our small and large local businesses.

LEARN MORE ABOUT KAELYN PETERSON:

Website: www.BakoChamber.com

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 661-304-4540

Instagram: @BakoChamber

Facebook: KaelynPeterson

LinkedIn: @KaelynPeterson

Troy Burden shares this week's "Tip of the Week" as he discusses the Affordable Care Act: Pay or Play mandate.

LEARN MORE ABOUT TROY BURDEN:

Website: www.lynncompany.com

Phone: 661-360-1721

Instagram: @TroyBurden

Sebastian Aza is a Financial Planner and Jessica Johnson is a Pension Consultant. Jessica provides qualified independent assistance relating to qualified plans. As well as assisting financial advisors build/maintain their qualified business plan.

Troy sits down with Sebastian Aza and Jessica Johnson as they explain the CalSavers mandate and what it means for employers. They break down the different types of plans an employer can choose from, as well as important dates and deadlines.

LEARN MORE ABOUT JESSICA JOHNSON:

Website: http://hicksfresno.com/

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: JessicaJohnson

Scott Hanson and Kyle Jones share this week's "Tip of the Week" as they discuss rent raises.

LEARN MORE ABOUT SCOTT HANSON + KYLE JONES:

Website: www.ourtwocentspodcast.com

Scott Hanson: www.levelonefinancial.com

Kyle Jones: www.kwjoneslaw.com