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

In this week's episode of The Business Of, we're sitting down with our very own Director of Workforce Advocacy, Frank Valasquez Jr.

In our discussion, Frank will provide listeners with a general overview of the Chamber's recent workforce roundtable discussions with leaders from the mining and health sciences industries.

In this episode of The Business Of, we're sitting down with StepStone Youth and Family Services. Listen in to learn more about how you can give support to children and adults with special needs by becoming a foster parent.

During this week's The Business Of, we're chatting with Ryan Anderson from Tucson Electric Power (TEP).

During this discussion you'll get to hear all about the incentives and rebates offered to TEP customers, and how business owners can save thousands of dollars by using these resources.

In this episode of the Tucson Metro Chamber podcast, host Zach gets the inside scoop from special guest, Michael Guymon, President and CEO of the Chamber, on the recent Mayoral Candidate Forum. They dive deep into the topics and questions that were asked of each candidate and offer easy-to-understand explanations on the community impact of each topic.

Whether you're a business owner, resident, or simply curious about the future of Tucson, this episode is a must-listen. Zach and Michael provide insightful, bipartisan analysis of the candidates' positions on key issues such as the economy, safety, and transportation. They also discuss the Chamber's candidate evaluation guide and how it can help voters make informed decisions.

On this week's The Business Of... we're chatting with our resident Public Policy Wiz, Zach Yentzer (VP of Business Advocacy at The Chamber).

We'll be discussing ballot initiative, Proposition 402. Zach will help us break down what this prop means and how it will impact our community.

Additionally, he's highlighting some great resources to check out. Use these resources to do your own research and understand both sides of proposition 402.

This is definitely an episode you won't want to miss!

Voting day is November 7th!

In this week's episode of The Business Of, we're chatting with VP of Business Advocacy, Zach Yentzer about the details and impact of Proposition 496.

This discussion serves as a brief and easy-to-understand breakdown of the proposition and it's impact on the Tucson Business Community.

In this week's episode of The Business Of... We're talking with Leah Schwersinske from Playground Bar and Lounge about the beauty in community and its integration into local hospitality. Plus, hear more about the changes facing hospitality businesses and what they're doing to thrive in the Tucson economy.

In this episode of The Business Of, we talk to Chad Herzog, Executive Director of Arizona Arts Live, about the economic benefits of the arts. Arizona Arts Live is a non-profit organization that produces and presents a variety of performing arts events in Tucson. Chad discusses how the arts can attract visitors, create jobs, and boost economic development. He also talks about the importance of investing in the arts for the future of our community.

In this episode of the The Business Of, we interview Pi Polletta, Community Engagement Manager of Gabriel's Angels, a non-profit organization in Tucson, that provides pet therapy services to vulnerable children.

Pi shares the impact the organization has had on the Tucson community. She also discusses the challenges and rewards of working with vulnerable children and the power of pet therapy to help them heal and thrive.

Gabriel's Angels pet therapy teams visit crisis nurseries, domestic violence and homeless shelters, and Title One schools to provide comfort and support to children who have experienced trauma or are facing difficult challenges. The program is designed to help children develop core behaviors such as attachment, confidence, self-regulation, affiliation, empathy, tolerance, and respect.

If you're interested in learning more about Gabriel's Angels and the important work they do, please visit their website at https://www.gabrielsangels.org/: https://www.gabrielsangels.org/.

In this episode of the Business of Tucson, we talk to Renee Stockland, owner and licensed acupuncturist of Tucson Acupuncture and Wellness. Renee shares her passion for Chinese medicine and how it can be used to treat a variety of health conditions, including pain, anxiety, and depression. She also discusses the importance of employee wellness and how acupuncture can help businesses improve the health and productivity of their employees.

If you're interested in learning more about acupuncture or how it can help you improve your health, listen to this episode of the Business of Tucson.