The McKinney Podcast

By James Jenkins & Fred Mahusay

The McKinney Podcast celebrates what makes McKinney, Texas an amazing place to live that is "Unique By Nature." We are co-hosted by Fred Mahusay, owner of FredShots Photography, and James Jenkins, CEO... more

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How many episodes does The McKinney Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 99 episodes available.

The McKinney Podcast episodes:

July 15, 2024Justin Beller & Patrick Cloutier - McKinney City Council
Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature."

Our guests for this episode are Justin Beller, District 1 Representative, and Patrick Cloutier, District 2 Representative of the McKinney City Council.

Connect with Patrick at the following link:
[email protected]

Connect with Justin at following links:
www.linkedin.com/in/justin-beller-3a096119
https://www.facebook.com/votebeller?mibextid=LQQJ4d

The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay

Key Topics:
Introduction of Patrick Cloutier and Justin Beller, elected officials on McKinney's City Council
Discussion on their personal backgrounds and journey to McKinney
Insights into their roles and experiences serving on the City Council
Challenges and opportunities in East McKinney's development
Importance of home ownership versus rental properties in city planning
Council's approach to managing zoning changes and city growth
The significance of community involvement in city decisions
The impact of state legislation on city planning and expansion
...more
55min
July 08, 2024Lisa Hermes - McKinney Chamber of Commerce
Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature."

Our guest for this episode is Lisa Hermes, President of the McKinney Chamber of Commerce

Connect with Lisa at the following links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhermes
https://www.mckinneychamber.com

The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay

Key Topics:
Balancing personal and professional life for business leaders
Understanding and navigating generational challenges and perspectives in the workplace
The evolving role and impact of Chambers of Commerce in local communities
Building and maintaining authentic business relationships through networking and collaboration
The importance of community engagement and its benefits for businesses and individuals
Effective strategies for business growth and development in various economic climates
Insights on navigating economic downturns and crises while sustaining business operations
...more
55min
July 01, 2024Mike Kowski - McKinney Economic Development Corporation
Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature."

Our guest for this episode is Mike Kowski, President of the McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC).

Connect with Mike at the following link:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-kowski-0064a1262/
https://uniquemckinney.com/

The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay

Key Topics:
Transition from Director of Parks and Recreation to the McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
Importance of parks in community and economic development
Strategies to attract businesses and promote McKinney's growth
Future development plans and maintaining community integrity
Efforts to make McKinney a national investment destination
Potential for new hotel and resort developments
Initiatives to transform McKinney into a sought-after destination
...more
46min
June 24, 2024Miranda Talley - Community Impact McKinney
Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature."

Our guest for this episode is Miranda Talley, McKinney General Manager at Community Impact.

Connect with Miranda at the following links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/miranda-talley-972ab4a0
https://communityimpact.com/news/dallas-fort-worth/mckinney

The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay

Key Topics:
Introduction of Miranda Talley and her role at Community Impact McKinney
Discussion on the growth and mission of Community Impact
Insights into the challenges and triumphs of hyper-local journalism
The relationship between Community Impact McKinney and its advertisers
Community engagement and the impact of local news on residents
Future aspirations for Community Impact in new communities
Listener interaction and how to get involved with Community Impact McKinney
...more
40min
June 17, 2024Scott Elliott - One Heart McKinney
Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature."
Our guest for this episode is Scott Elliott, Executive Director at One Heart McKinney.
Connect with Scott at the following links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rscottelliott

https://oneheartmckinney.org

The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay

Key Topics:
Scott Elliott's career transition from IT to Non-Profit leadership
Role and mission of One Heart McKinney in supporting local non-profits
Community impact of COVID-19 and collaborative response efforts
In-depth look at services and support available in McKinney
Challenges and opportunities facing non-profits in a rapidly growing city
Importance of Leadership McKinney in civic engagement and leadership training
Discussion on community service, mental health, and the importance of seeking help
...more
45min
June 10, 2024Aaron Werner - Visit McKinney
Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature."
Our guest for this episode is Aaron Werner, Executive Director at Visit McKinney.

Connect with Aaron at the following links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-werner-mpa-0a805858/

https://www.visitmckinney.com/

The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay

Key Topics:
Aaron Werner discusses the role and impact of the Convention Visitors Bureau in McKinney
The importance of local knowledge and engagement in community activities
Visit McKinney’s role in boosting local tourism and supporting community events
Strategic marketing and partnerships to promote McKinney
The expansion of lodging and event spaces in McKinney to accommodate growing demand
Community events and their significance in local culture and tourism
Future projects and visions for Visit McKinney to enhance visitor and resident experiences
...more
44min
June 03, 2024Mayor George Fuller
Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature."

Our guest for this episode is George Fuller, Mayor of the City of McKinney.

Connect with Mayor Fuller at the following link:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-fuller-b2a3a012

The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay

Key Topics:
Mayor Fuller discusses McKinney's strategic development and economic initiatives
Discussion of the new world-class entertainment venue in McKinney
Insights into McKinney's growth from a small town to a city of over 200,000
Strategies and challenges of city management during the COVID-19 pandemic
Mayor Fuller shares his experiences with community engagement and public service
Upcoming projects and developments in McKinney
...more
53min
May 27, 2024The #MCKPOD Premiere
The McKinney Podcast celebrates the people and happenings that make us "Unique By Nature." The MCKPOD is proudly presented by RiskWell and Fredshots Photography and recorded at the MCKPOD Studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay.
Watch the video version of every episode and bonus content on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkf6KO9k3AJhOcyAnKjmp4g
Visit www.mckinneypodcast.com now to sign up for our email list to get episode notifications and exclusive access to additional bonus content.

Key Topics:
Origins and inspiration behind The McKinney Podcast
Future content will focus on McKinney’s local stories and events
Partnerships with local organizations to promote the podcast
Vision for the podcast as a community engagement platform
Encouragement for audience suggestions on topics and guests
...more
38min
April 22, 2024 The McKinney Podcast - Trailer
The McKinney Podcast celebrates what makes McKinney, Texas an amazing place to live that is "Unique By Nature." We are co-hosted by Fred Mahusay, owner of FredShots Photography, and James Jenkins, CEO of RiskWell.

The McKinney Podcast features lively commentary on local happenings and interviews with civic leaders, entrepreneurs and citizens who are making our city a wonderful place to live and work.
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2min

FAQs about The McKinney Podcast:

How many episodes does The McKinney Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 99 episodes available.