The Business of... podcast by the Tucson Metro Chamber

The Business of... podcast by the Tucson Metro Chamber

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The Business of... podcast by the Tucson Metro Chamber episodes

  • Regina Romero | Incumbent | Running for city of Tucson Mayor

    For more than 125 years, the Tucson Metro Chamber has been the voice of business. This year, the Chamber is focused on showcasing candidates who not only understand the needs of businesses but will also work to introduce and support local policies that address and solve challenges businesses face. The Chamber's Candidate Evaluation Committee interviewed candidates running for the City of Tucson mayor and City Council, gathering their thoughts and perspectives on issues important to the Chamber membership and creating a pro-business environment. Our Candidate Evaluation Committee, comprised of business owners, executives, major employers, and community partners, crafted five questions focusing on key business issues. We invite you to visit our candidate evaluation page on our website at tucsonchamber.org. Review the scorecard, listen to the interviews, read the questionnaires submitted by many of the candidates, and share with your colleagues and neighbors those who you think will support a pro-business environment in Tucson.

    45 min
  • The Business of MEDICAID REDETERMINATION

    Guest: Shawn Nau | General Manager, Health Choice at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    Topic: The Business of MEDICAID REDETERMINATION

    Shawn Nau discusses the importance of Arizonans who use Medicaid to contact https://www.healthearizonaplus.gov/ or (844) 390-8935 to find out if their Medicaid health insurance coverage has changed.

    Mentioned in this episode: Federal Public Health Emergency Plan, Medicaid, Medicare, public health emergency, health insurance, Affordable Care Act, community navigators


    26 min
  • The Business of INVESTING EARLY

    GUEST: Joe'Mar Hooper | Executive Director of 3rd Decade

    Mr. Hooper shares how the nonprofit changes financial futures starting now. 3rd Decade offers a financial planning program for people who are 18 to 35 years old.



    29 min
  • The Business of AUTOMOBILE SALES

    TOPIC: The Business of AUTOMOBILE SALES

    GUEST: Scott Lehman | Owner of Premier Auto Sales

    Scott tells his story of growing his business with his team of people who are passionate about helping other people. Scott shares how intentional it is for him to create a top-notch company culture with a great work environment that's fun and productive. He also shares the importance of making a positive impact in the community.


    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Cash for Clunkers, core values, company culture, Tucson Metro Chamber's Copper Cactus Awards, Pokemon, Pita Jungle, Squirtle, "Get off the bus and drive with us", ripple effect, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona, Tu Nidito


    27 min
  • The Business of BECOMING AND STAYING "BANKABLE"

    The Business of BECOMING AND STAYING "BANKABLE"

    GUEST: Steve Ponzo | Vice President and Commercial Banker | WaFd Bank

    TOPIC: Steve shares the history of WaFd Bank, tips for being and staying bankable, coaching clients for success, and more.

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Savings and loans, controlling costs and assets, balance sheets, asset management


    28 min
  • The Business of AGEING WELL

    TOPIC: The Business of AGEING WELL

    GUEST: Aaron Wodka | Associate State Director for Advocacy and Community
    Outreach at AARP Arizona

     

    Wodka chats about the history of AARP, the bounty of benefits for

    its 38 million members, advocacy efforts, Community Challenge grants, and much
    more!

    25 min
  • The Business of COLLECTING CARS

    GUEST: Courtney Carr|Museum Manager at Tucson Auto Museum


    TOPIC: The Business of COLLECTING CARS

    Courtney shares the progression of how Wayne's Toys became the Tucson Auto Museum, a nonprofit organization in Tucson, Arizona, to have programs to give back to the community, especially with high school students. 990 S. Cherry Ave., TucsonAutoMuseum.com


    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 1929 Duesenberg Model J, 1948 Davis Divan, 1963 Tatra 2-603, 1955 Cadillac Model 75 Limo, 1957 Desoto Fireflite, amphicar (boat car), microcars, Peel, 1961 Messerschmitt bubble car, Isetta, 1949 Studebaker, RestoMods, Mustang Car Club, Jaguar Car Club, Tucson British Car Register, Fiberglass Freaks, 1966 Bat Mobile, Batman Returns, Penguin Duck Car, manual transmission, 3-wheel cars, car auctions, Bring a Trailer, vintage car magazines, events, volunteer opportunities


    26 min
  • The Business of HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

    GUEST: Jason Flax,

    Business Development Manager at BBSI and board member of SHRM-GT


    TOPIC: The Business of HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

    Jason Flax shares how

    SHRM-GT offers resources and events to assist employers with a wide variety of
    human resources so employees remain happy and productive, which leads to the
    overall success of a business. 


    28 min
  • Business of CONNECTIVITY & CONSERVATION

    GUEST: Lisa

    Lovallo, Southern Arizona Vice President for Cox Communications

    TOPIC: The

    Business of CONNECTIVITY & CONSERVATION

    Lisa Lovallo

    shares how Cox strives to be much more than a technology company by committing
    to sustainability, philanthropy, and community involvement.

    Mentioned in this
    episode:
    The Nature Conservancy,
     Tucson Botanical Gardens,
    Tucson Electric Power,
    Sun Corridor Inc., Suburban Miners, Pima Community College


    27 min
  • The Business of DRINKING LOCAL

    GUEST: Vanessa Fajardo |Curator at the Arizona Historial Society

    TOPIC: The Business of DRINKING LOCAL

     

    Vanessa Fajardo discusses the upcoming exhibit "Drinking

    Local: A Toast to the Southwest" and the importance that locally made
    alcohol has played in Arizona's history. 

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS

    EPISODE: Whiskey del Bac, Pueblo Vida Brewing, Dragoon Brewing Company, Barrio
    Brewing, Suncliffe Gin, Sonoita Vineyards, Callahan Vineyard, Sonoran Wines,
    Vino Stache, Arizona Hops & Vines, Cheetos, Barrio Bread, Monsoon Chocolate

    29 min

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The Business of... podcast showcases members of the Tucson Metro Chamber. A different topic is discussed each week from a business perspective.