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In this episode of The Moss HR Minute, host Nicole Moss, Co-Founder of Moss Consulting HR Services, sits down with Jamie Lagarde, Founder of Masonry Health, to talk about what most employers get wrong when designing employee health plans.

Jamie brings more than a decade of experience rethinking employer-sponsored healthcare and shares why the employee experience has to be the starting point — not just cost spreadsheets or last-minute renewals. From reviewing claims data early to making behind-the-scenes plan adjustments throughout the year, this conversation breaks down how employers can improve benefits, control costs, and avoid painful surprises at renewal.  Controlling healthcare costs in 2026, controlling prescription costs, for business owners.

This episode is especially relevant for founders and operators who want to:

• Build better health plans without sacrificing affordability
• Understand why timing matters in benefits planning
• Make smarter, data-driven decisions that support employees and their families

About the Guest
Jamie Lagarde is the Founder of Masonry Health and a leader in innovative health plan design. He has helped organizations dramatically reduce healthcare costs while improving benefits and the member experience.

Learn more about Masonry Health:
www.masonryhealth.com

Email: [email protected]

About the Show
The Moss HR Minute is hosted by Nicole Moss, Co-Founder of Moss Consulting HR Services. The show focuses on modern HR, leadership, and people strategy for growing businesses.

Learn more about Moss Consulting HR Services:
www.mossconsulting.com

Book a free consultation with Nicole:
https://mossconsulting.com/book-a-free-consultation

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@themosshrminute

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We have an important update to share.

Easton Park Talk is officially evolving into The Moss HR Minute.

What started as a community-focused podcast highlighting entrepreneurs and stories from Easton Park has grown into something bigger. As the conversations deepened, a clear theme emerged: business owners everywhere are asking better questions about people, leadership, and modern HR.

Hosted by Nicole Moss, Co-Founder of Moss Consulting HR Services, The Moss HR Minute is built for founders, operators, and leaders who want practical, human-centered HR guidance without the corporate fluff.

You can expect conversations on:

• Modern HR for growing businesses
• Leadership, culture, and employee experience
• Compliance, benefits, and people strategy
• Real stories from business owners and HR leaders across the country

If you’ve followed Easton Park Talk from the beginning — thank you. This next chapter builds on everything we learned there, with a clearer focus and broader reach.

We’re glad you’re here.

Learn more about Moss Consulting HR Services:
www.mossconsulting.com

Book a free consultation with Nicole:
https://mossconsulting.com/book-a-free-consultation

Follow the show on social:
@themosshrminute

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In this episode of Easton Park Talk, Ellis Spiezia of Ellysium Racing joins Nicole Moss to share his story — from racing karts as a kid to skateboarding and chasing speed on the track. A conversation about determination, risk-taking, and what it takes to build momentum in competitive racing.

Follow Ellis at @ellysium_racing
and learn more at ellysium.co

Hosted by Nicole Moss, Co-Founder of Moss Consulting HR Services. Book time with Nicole: meetings.hubspot.com/nicole-moss/meet-with-nicole
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🎙️ Easton Park Talk | Sano Market by Cenizo Coffee – Healthy Bodega Vibes in Easton Park!

In this episode of Easton Park Talk, we're joined by Nancy and Harrison, the passionate founders behind Cenizo Coffee, along with Sheridan, to share an exciting new addition coming to the neighborhood: Sano Market — a wellness-focused, grab-and-go bodega concept opening right here in Easton Park!

We dive into:

• The origin story of Cenizo Coffee and how it evolved from a passion project to a beloved community staple
• Why healthy, fast, high-quality food is at the heart of Sano’s mission
• The inspiration behind the name “Sano”
• What you’ll find on the menu: wraps, quinoa bowls, fresh salads, juices, and more
• How they’re partnering with a private chef to bring daily fresh offerings
• Their vision for making Easton Park feel more like a walkable, connected community

🎥 This is more than a business spotlight — it's a behind-the-scenes look at how local entrepreneurs are shaping the flavor and culture of Easton Park.

Follow Cenizo Coffee:

📸 Instagram (Main): @cenizoatx
📸 Instagram (Del Valle Location): @cenizodelvalle

🎧 Watch more episodes and community stories:
@EastonParkTV on all platforms
📺 YouTube: Easton Park TV

Hosted by: Nicole Moss
Co-Founder, Moss Consulting HR Services
💼 Book a meeting with Nicole: meetings.hubspot.com/nicole-moss/meet-with-nicole

Hashtags:
#cenizocoffee #sanomarket #eastonparktalk #eastonparkatx #atxcoffee #austinbodega #austinentrepreneurs #atxfoodscene #supportlocalatx #grabandgo #eastonparktv

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Paws On Chicon: Treats, Toys, and Fro-Yo for Your Furry Best Friend 🐾

In this episode of The Easton Park Talk Podcast, we sit down with the team behind Paws On Chicon, a woman-owned pet boutique that’s become a go-to for Austin’s animal lovers. From their signature freeze-dried treats to cheese-flavored Fro-Yo (yes, humans can try it too), they’re redefining what it means to pamper your pet.

We chat about their most popular products, customer favorites, and why building trust with the community is at the heart of everything they do. If your dog has better fashion sense than you—or just better snacks—this one’s for you.

🎙 Hosted by Nicole Moss, Co-Founder of Moss Consulting HR Services
📍 Learn more: www.pawsonchicon.com
📸 Follow them: @pawsonchicon on Instagram
📅 Book time with Nicole: meetings.hubspot.com/nicole-moss/meet-with-nicole

#pawsonchicon #eastonpark #austinpets #austinbusiness #localatx #froyo #doglife

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Cliff Ford: Designing the Look and Feel of Easton Park | Easton Park Talk Podcast

If you've ever admired a stunning front yard in Easton Park, there's a good chance Cliff Ford had something to do with it.

In this episode of Easton Park Talk, we sit down with Cliff — the creative mind behind the neighborhood’s signature landscaping aesthetic — to talk about the intersection of outdoor design, community building, and entrepreneurship. Cliff shares how his love for beautiful spaces turned into a thriving business, what it's like collaborating with developers, and why curb appeal is more than just a buzzword in Austin’s booming real estate scene.

From winning Yard of the Month honors to influencing how new homes feel as much as they look, Cliff walks us through his design process, his approach to sustainable landscaping, and the lessons he’s learned running a hyperlocal service in a fast-growing area.

If you're curious about how landscaping impacts home value, neighborhood identity, and even personal well-being — this episode is for you.

🎧 Hosted by Nicole Moss, Co-Founder of Moss Consulting HR Services
📅 Book time with Nicole: meetings.hubspot.com/nicole-moss/meet-with-nicole
🌐 Learn more: www.mossconsulting.com

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Austin is exploding with growth and everyone wants in! 
Daniel Sharp, Austin’s real estate guru, has helped countless people find their place in Texas’s most talked-about city and he’s sharing what really goes into making a move that lasts.

He built his business on local insight, client trust, and a deep love for all things Austin. Whether you're searching for the right neighborhood, navigating bidding wars, or just need real, honest advice on settling into the city, Daniel's story is full of lessons on growth, adaptability, and standing out in a crowded industry.

EPTV is diving into smart relocation strategies, how to streamline your move, and everything you need to know to keep Austin weird.

Tune in to learn what it really takes to succeed in Austin real estate and make your move with confidence.

Subscribe to his youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Living_in_AustinTX

🔗 Tap the link in bio to for Daniel’s full episode 

🎧 Hosted by Nicole Moss, Co-Founder of @mossconsultinghr

#austinrealestate #atx #relocationservices #openhouse #firsttimehomebuyer #HRservices

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The Easton Park Talk Podcast – Featuring Seth Alcozer, Founder of Legal Logistics

In this episode, Nicole Moss sits down with Seth Alcozer, founder of Legal Logistics, a consulting firm that helps law firms streamline operations, scale sustainably, and grow without internal competition. Seth shares his one-firm-per-region model, advice on marketing based on firm type, and his take on what it really means to build a strong business and a strong partnership—personally and professionally.

They also discuss life in Easton Park, parenting through foster care, and how a cold brew and coffee cake ritual turned into something deeper.

🎧 Hosted by Nicole Moss, Co-Founder of Moss Consulting HR Services.

📧 Contact Seth Alcozer:
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.legallogisticsconsulting.com
📸 Instagram: @sethalcozer
🔗 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/seth-alcozer-b223ab65

📧 Contact Nicole Moss:
🌐 www.mossconsulting.com
📅 meetings.hubspot.com/nicole-moss/meet-with-nicole

#EastonParkTalk #SethAlcozer #LegalLogistics #NicoleMoss #LawFirmConsulting #HRForLawFirms #LegalOperations #EastonParkTV

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Easton Park Talk – Featuring Alex Deifik & Jodi Boyer, Co-Founders of Midsummer Social

In this episode, Nicole Moss sits down with Alex Deifik and Jodi Boyer—the powerhouse duo behind Midsummer Social, an Easton Park-based event planning and social media content company that brings creativity, charm, and a serious eye for detail to everything they do.

They talk about how they turned a champagne cart into a full-fledged business, why the Easton Park community has shown up big for their events, what it's like working with brands as non-influencer influencers, and how they’re staying authentic in a world full of filters.

Plus: true crime obsessions, zombie apocalypse survival plans, and which TV show character they would not want to be stuck in a bunker with.

🎧 Listen in for community spirit, business insights, and lots of laughs.