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As an animal lover and 14-year resident of the Rio Verde Foothills, it is a gift to be able to combine my nonprofit experience and personal passion to benefit SWCC. I am honored and excited to be a part of the team and look forward to helping the organization take the next steps.

Geri explains how Southwest Wildlife rescues and rehabilitates wild animals along with their facility. Make sure you book a tour to see some of our wonderful wildlife that has been rescued.

Connect with Southwest Wildlife:

www.southwestwildlife.org, 480-471-9109

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Are you a small business owner in Arizona looking to protect your business and avoid costly compliance mistakes? In this episode, we break down the essential legal and compliance requirements every Arizona business should understand.

From forming an LLC and obtaining an EIN to understanding licensing requirements, tax obligations, and annual filings, this episode provides practical guidance to help entrepreneurs stay compliant with local, state, and federal regulations. Steve also shares common pitfalls business owners face, tips for staying organized, and resources available through the Chamber to support your success.

Whether you're launching a new venture or have been in business for years, this episode offers valuable insights to help keep your business protected, compliant, and positioned for long-term growth.

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One of the things I love most about this podcast is that it gives us a chance to slow down a bit. At our networking breakfasts, things move pretty quickly. People are introducing themselves, exchanging business cards, grabbing coffee, and trying to win one of the raffle prizes. We don't always have time to dig a little deeper into the stories behind what we do.

So today, I thought we'd do exactly that.

Today we're talking about the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber Foundation—and why I believe it's one of the most important things we do as a Chamber.

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Gregory provides why using a travel agent will help customize your vacation to your wants and needs and how that will save you time and money.

Gregory Newman is the owner of The Carefree Traveler, a boutique luxury travel advisory firm with roots in Carefree, AZ since the 1990s. He brings a blend of Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Logistics experience; having lived and worked in Southeast Asia and South America before coming back to The Valley to work and eventually take over operations at The Traveler.

The Carefree Traveler team brings a combined 60+ years of travel advisory experience to residents of Carefree and Cave Creek. Locally owned and operated, they bring a knowledgeable and friendly approach to planning each and every individual reservation. Tired of calling and getting different people on the phone who don't know your style of travel when planning a trip? Take the stress and planning out of your holiday and visit The Carefree Traveler for your vacation and travel needs where they get to know you and tailor each itinerary to you.

Contact them:

The Carefree Traveler

7171 E Cave Creek Rd, Ste A

Carefree, AZ 85377, USA

480-488-3111

www.carefreetraveler.com

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How to start a beverage company with Rico Austin

Rico is an avid fisherman and has traveled far and wide to cast his line into many waters. He has worked for several international companies in both sales management and marketing management roles. Rico put together Tres Cabo Amigos, which owns "BAJARRIBA Tequila!" Their first bottle rolled off the line in December 2022 and was awarded "Bottle / Package of the Year" 2022 by Tequila Aficionado Media and Magazine. They were also a finalist for Tequila of the Year, 2022, in both expressions of Plata and Reposado, and in 2025 Double Gold won at the AGAVOS AWARDS in Florida for their Reposado which is rested for four months.

Contact Rico at,

https://bajarriba.com

480-529-6176

8711 E Pinnacle Peak Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

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Running a business isn't a nine-to-five job. It's often a six-in-the-morning-to-ten-at-night kind of commitment. There are customers to serve, employees to lead, bills to pay, social media to update, networking events to attend, family responsibilities, and somewhere in there you're supposed to remember to eat lunch.

Sound familiar?

The truth is, none of us gets extra hours.

Every one of us gets the same twenty-four hours every day.

Successful people don't have more time.

They simply become better at deciding how to use it.

In this episode, Steve breaks down how to manage your time.

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How natural products are better than chemicals with Mitch Love

Pure Desert Organic Pest Control is the only locally owned 100% organic/natural pest control company in Cave Creek. Mitch explains how safe natural and effective pest control products are over chemicals. We specialize in desert pests and rodents including scorpions, roaches, ants, rats and more!

Contact Pure Desert Organic Pest Control at.

Https://puredesertorganic.com

29834 N Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331

480-202-1898

Mention this podcast and receive $100 off your service.

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Learning about leadership helped grow my business

Aerick tells us how learning about leadership and bringing those concepts into his business has helped his business grow and engage his employees.

Aerick Squire owns Arizona Custom Signworks in Phoenix, which specializes in creating high-quality, custom signage that provides a lasting impression. From concept and design to installation, we use state-of-the-art equipment and premium materials to craft durable, visually striking signs that elevate your brand's presence.

Contact Aerick at:

20819 N 25th Pl, Ste B104, Phoenix, AZ 85050

602-325-3205

https://azcustomsignworks.com/

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Cash flow analysis helps business owners forecast their financial future and avoid surprises. We want to provide you with practical tips on how to analyze your cash flow and use it for the growth of your business.

What is cash flow?

- Cash flow, in simple terms, is the money moving in and out of a business.

- Now there is a difference between *cash inflows* (sales, loans, investments) and *cash outflows* (expenses like rent, payroll, utilities).

- A positive cash flow is key to maintaining and growing a business, while a negative cash flow needs immediate attention.

Tracking your cash flow will allow you to make adjustments to your sales or costs today that will affect you in the months and years to come.

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How to grow your business in a new market

Bob Grubbs from Black Mountain Cooling shares how he started and grew a new business in another state.

Contact Black Mountain Cooling:

602-606-8866

[email protected]

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