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

TOPIC: The Business of COLLABORATIONS

GUESTS: Natalie Fernandez, President of Meridian Wealth Management, and Joe Parsons, President & CEO of Parsons Steel

Natalie and Joe share how their initial business relationship turned into a long-term friendship that led to many collaborations over the years.

The Business of ARIZONA'S HISTORY

Guests: Kyle Morey, Development Director, and Jayne Adams, Director of Outreach and History Engagement Coordinator for the Arizona Historical Society

Topic: Kyle and Jayne share how the rich history of Arizona has been preserved as well as how the public can view and become involved in the exhibits at the Arizona Historical Society.

The Business of MEAL DELIVERY

GUESTS: Luke Smith, Development Director, and Roxanna Mendoza, Program Director, for Mobile Meals of Southern Arizona

Luke and Roxanna share how Mobile Meals of Southern Arizona delivers more than 300 meals a day throughout Tucson to those in need of short-term or long-term needs. The reorganization offers meals for folks with dietary restrictions as well.

The Business of EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Guest: Kimberly Kirschner | Executive Director | Institute for Better Education

Kim shares how the Institute for Better Education accepts tax credit donations for Arizona students in need who want to attend private schools. She also explains how businesses, including C-Corps and S-Corps, are eligible.

TOPIC: The Business of ANIMAL CARE

GUEST: Torre Chisholm | Executive Director of Friends of Pima Animal Care Center

Torre shares important information about what to do if a stray animal is found, PACC's foster system, volunteer opportunities, and much more. The capacity meter reflects how necessary it is for cats and dogs to get adopted.

TOPIC: The Business of EDUCATIONAL ENRICHMENT

GUEST: Tremain Ravenell | Community Outreach & Development Manager for the Educational Enrichment Foundation (EEF)

Tremain shares how EEF has made significant impacts in helping students and teachers in need with programs that assist with classroom grants, basic needs support, sports equipment, eyeglasses, scholarships, and more. He discusses the ease of payroll deductions and the annual Ray Davies Lifetime

Guest: Khris Dodge | Executive Director | Tucson Jazz Festival

Topic: The Business of JAZZ FESTIVALS

Khris shares the incredible lineup of jazz artists in the 2023 Tucson Jazz Festival which runs from January 13-22, 2023. He also discusses community partners, educational outreach, and how music brings people together.

Mentioned in this episode: University of Arizona, The Century Room at Hotel Congress, Madden Media, Rialto Theater, Fox Theatre Tucson, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kurt Elling, Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers, Matthew Whittaker, Samara Joy, Arturo O' Farrill Quintet, Emmet Cohen Trio, Pedrito Martinez and Alfredo Rodriguez Duo, Pink Martini, Arthur Vint, Tucson Symphony Orchestra, and Ennio Morricone.

Guest: Renee Stucklen | Owner and Licensed Acupuncturist at Tucson Acupuncture and Wellness

Renee shares how Chinese medicine and acupuncture may help clients with ailments such as peripheral neuropathy, plantar fasciitis, and more. She takes a holistic approach when making recommendations for her clients to help them balance Western and Eastern medicine to feel and look their best.

Guest: Jeff Ronstadt | Owner of Ronstadt Insurance

Mr. Ronstadt breaks down the sometimes complicated aspects of Medicare, long-term disability, and co-insurance. He also discusses what he enjoys about helping people figure out their specific needs and what characteristics make a good insurance agent.