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CTWJ E1: Connecting Tucson with Jaime Inaugural Show

September 19, 2018 by angishields

Tucson Business Radio

CTWJ E1: Connecting Tucson with Jaime Inaugural Show

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Law Office of Brendan Burns PLLC
239 N Meyer Ave Tucson, Arizona 85701
(520)884-7997
bmb@bburnslaw.com
www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-burns
www.bburnslaw.com

Brendan Burns primarily practices in the areas of family law, criminal law, and plaintiff’s personal injury. He graduated with honors from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor’s degree in government and international relations. He attended law school at the University of Arizona in 2003, graduating magna cum laude. After law school, he served on active duty in the Army JAG Corps as an attorney from 2004 to 2008. He continued his service in the Army reserves, reaching the rank of Major, before leaving the military in 2014.

During his time with the Army, Brendan served as a prosecutor, Senior Criminal Defense Counsel, and Chief Legal Counsel for General Leonard Wood Community Hospital. As a criminal defense attorney, Brendan has tried numerous high-profile cases that generated national and international media attention including premeditated murder, rape, and aggravated assault. Brendan has always been very active in the community whether it be serving on a non-profit board or providing pro bono legal services to the indigent. Mr. Burns is a former Councilman for the Town of Oro Valley from 2012 to 2016. He lives in Oro Valley with his three children.

Owner of Garage Metal Works LLC

www.garagemetalworks.com

www.facebook.com/garagemetalworks

My name is Adam Medina. Owner Garage Metal Works LLC. I’ve been legit in business since 2013. I’m 1997 I was living in CO working for a farmer. The Forman of the farm John Holmer was a legit pipe welder. When equipment needed fixing he would have me help him. I thought this guy was cool. And I looked forward to the days when we got to work with metal. Moved to AZ and bought a little 185 Miller 220 welder. Started tinkering at home. Built a frame for a bbq. Made a couple small stands for neighbors. Made my gates for my house. Started making equipment for the Crossfit gym, then blew up from there.

Married. 3 girls. Been married for 21 years Want to mention The live everyday message also. Regarding my oldest Olivia. Also, work in the Railroad as an engineer. Work to El Paso. 2 days on. 2 days off. Work in Shop on my off days. Have a great helper named Nate. Quit school to learn a trade. Now he’s taking welding classes at Pima.

Commander of CVMA
Combat Vets Motorcycle Association

www.cvma32-2.com

www.facebook.com/CVMA322events

My name is Jason Red, my wife and I live in Tucson and our Daughter lives in Sahuarita. We first moved here in 1997 while I was still active duty Air Force. We stayed here until the fall of 2004 when I was transferred to San Francisco where we stayed for 5 LONG years until we were finally able to get back to Tucson in the fall of 2009 after I returned from my second tour in Afghanistan.

Our whole family is very active in CVMA, I serve as the Chapter Commander, My wife serves as the Auxiliary Secretary, and my Daughter serves as the assistant PRO, and unofficial-official photographer. CVMA has become our extended family here in Arizona and for that matter around the nation. We are an international organization and over the years we have formed friendships with members coast to coast and abroad.

I served in the Air Force for 26 years the majority of my career was spent as a helicopter gunner with Combat Rescue. I retired in as the Command Chief for the 129th Rescue Wing, I participated in combat operations during Operations Desert Storm, Deny Flight, Provide Promise, Allied Force, Northern Watch, Southern Watch, and finished it off with two tours in Afghanistan under Operation Enduring Freedom.

About Your Host

Jaime Overturf
Farmers Agent, Entrepreneur
2555 N Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 293-2900
joverturf@farmersagent.com

As a local Farmers® agent in Tucson, AZ, Jaime Overturf helps customers identify the insurance coverage that best fits their needs. This process is straightforward and personalized to help make them more informed about their insurance options.

Jaime has the knowledge and experience to help customers better understand their coverage options–whether that’s auto, home, life, business insurance and more. You can connect with Jaime on Facebook.

TMB E8: Banking, Investments and Realty

September 18, 2018 by angishields

Tucson Business Radio

TMB E8: Banking, Investments and Realty

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Director of Commerce-Bank of Arizona
3805 E. Broadway Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85716
(520)289-4849
stevepickering75@gmail.com

www.commercebankaz.com

Steve retired as the President and CEO of a $200 million Semi-Conductor Capital Equipment, Medical/Aerospace contract manufacturing company headquartered in Tempe Arizona. Steve came out of retirement and was President of a mining-related company headquartered in Santiago Chile and was corporate vice president for the parent company located in Tucson Arizona.

Steve retired again in 2011 but then over the next 2 years led the successful turnaround of a Telecommunications company as CEO. Steve continues to consult with various companies on matters of strategic planning, acquisitions, and profitable sales growth. Locally he is a Director for The Commerce Bank of Arizona, a member of The Rotary Club of Tucson, Coaches in the 1st Tee program and is a Sabino Canyon Volunteer Ranger.

Relationship Manager
Commerce Bank of Arizona
jjohns@commercebankaz.com
www.commercebankaz.com

Jeanne left a job at a corporate bank to pursue the chance to work for a community bank which lead her to the Commerce Bank of Arizona where she has worked since January 2013. She started in the Operations Department, moved into the role of Executive Assistant to the President, and most recently was promoted to Relationship Manager.

She participates in several local organizations such as Father’s Day Council Tucson as an Executive Board Member, Boy Scouts of America Catalina Council Good Scout Awards Committee Member & Tucson Metro Chamber’s Ambassador Committee.

Imus Wilkinson Investment Management LLC
3561 E Sunrise Dr Suite #117, Tucson, AZ 85718
(520)777-1911
info@imuswilkinson.com

www.imuswilkinson.com

The Commerce Bank of Arizona is “locally owned”, which means it is owned by approximately 412 shareholders. Most of these shareholders live in Arizona including Eb Wilkinson. Eb, who is also a Former Marine, is the Managing Partner of Imus Wilkinson Investment Management LLC. Located in Tucson, Arizona, the firm is an independent investment manager, focusing on providing integrated financial advice and asset management services.

The companies beliefs are that they believe personal relationships are the most important part of our business, asset allocation is the way to successfully manage portfolios, active management of these portfolios will provide value on the upside and protection on the downside, a long-term approach will allow one’s portfolio to excel & lastly, they believe that a fee-based arrangement will put us both on the same side of the table.

Tucson Integrity Realty LLC
7526 N. La Cholla Blvd Tucson, AZ 85741
(520)331-8050
Jarrett15@gmail.com

www.linkedin.com/in/jarrettreidhead
www.tirrentals.com

Jarrett graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2003 from the University of Arizona with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration majoring in Entrepreneurship and Management Information Systems. He became a real estate agent in 2002 and become a real estate broker in 2008. He opened up Tucson Integrity Realty LLC (TIR) in March 2008. Jarrett earned his Certified Commercial Investment Member Designation in 2005. During the last 16 years, he has bought and sold over $100,000,000 worth of real estate assets. Jarrett bought his first rental property in 2001 and his first student rental property in 2006. With partners, Jarrett built up his student rental portfolio to include over 190 rental units comprising over 950 bedrooms, with an estimated value of $42,000,000.

Currently, TIR manages 67 properties comprising 762 bedrooms. Jarrett loves investing in real estate, growing a new company, and creating meaningful relationships with investors. He is looking forward to taking what he has learned in Tucson and applying it in other college cities around the United States. Jarrett has been married to Amy Reidhead for 19 years and they have three sons ranging from 8 to 15 years of age. Jarrett loves sports, the outdoors, and spy novels!

TMB E7: Hispanic Chamber of Commerce & Laura Oldaker

September 18, 2018 by angishields

Tucson Business Radio

TMB E7: Hispanic Chamber of Commerce & Laura Oldaker

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M.A. Experience & Expertise
Chief Development Officer
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

lydia@tucsonhispanicchamber.org

www.tucsonhispanicchamber.org

Lydia Aranda is an award-winning and published voice of influence with over 25-years in public, private and nonprofit sectors. Founder of DiVeritas (formerly Blackstar BASC Group), co-creator and host of DiVer Cities Broadcast (bilingual)and philanthropist, she develops institution growth strategies to better assist diverse/underserved segments via such clients as Hispanic College Fund (now HSF), CPLC, Inc., Democracy Win, United Consumer Coalition, National Hispanic Corporate Council(NHCC), UNM, Federation of IPN, Juegos Centro American soy del Caribe, among others.

Lydia enjoys live music, performance singing, traveling, and gourmet cooking. She holds an M.A. in Social Impact from Claremont Lincoln University and a B.S. in Intercultural Communications from Arizona State University and remains a strong advocate for education, equality, and ethical leadership. She gives of her time and talent to youth and young professionals as well as senior wellness and animal welfare. Notable projects or initiatives she has founded and/or led to new acclaim include Southwestern Donors Circle, the Liberty Project en Español, the First Ladies International Project(FLIP), Latino Leadership Initiative, Hispanic Heroes Mentor Network; President e Fox World Leaders Dinner Video Series, and the Coalition of American Latino Leaders.

Owner
The Oldaker Group
The Gift of Caring/Academy for Caregiving Excellence

4725 N 1st Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85718

Laura@TheOldakerGroup.com
www.Academyforcaregiving.com

Laura Oldaker’s exceptional leadership skills and entrepreneurial spirit have served her well throughout her years of experience in entrepreneurship. Determined and hardworking, she has built The Oldaker Group, a group of companies comprised of The Gift Of Caring, By Your Side Senior Care and, Academy for Caregiving Excellence. These companies work with older adults, their families, and Care professionals to increase the quality of life and decrease Caregiver Shortages. Partnering with her husband, Justin, Laura started By Your Side Senior Care in 2009 and has organically expanded to other companies through concentric diversification in the older adult industry. As a business owner, Laura’s passion lies in not only excellent care but, also education, workforce development, and family caregiver training, empowering family caregivers who want to give their aging loved one the highest level of care without sacrificing their own well being.

Laura is a big believer in education and continued training; as she is an avid learner herself. She has participated in many entrepreneurial training programs including the prestigious Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small business program at Babson College in Boston, Massachusetts. Laura received national recognition as the 2013 Latino Business Series’ Entrepreneur of the Year by Verizon Wireless; having been selected for her powerful leadership and professional success, and again in 2017 by the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce At The Table Hispanic Business Enterprise Award. She was also honored as the 2017 Hispanic Business Woman of the Year by the Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

Laura is greatly entwined in the Tucson community and lends service to organizations that support older adults, access to health care, and small businesses. Laura currently serves as the Chairwoman of the Board for the Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Laura has a true passion for life and together with Justin, is raising their three children, V’Eanna (Andrew), Ethan and Isabelle to be the community’s next leaders.

Program Manager
Young Entrepreneurs Academy
Tucson Hispanic Chamber Foundation
823 E. Speedway Blvd. Tucson, AZ. 85719
isabel@tucsonhispanicchamber.org
(520)620-0005
www.yeausa.org
www.facebook.com/HispanicChamberofCommerce

Isabel Georgelos is the Program Manager for YEA (The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) which is a groundbreaking and exciting program that transforms local middle and high school students into real, confident entrepreneurs. Through the year-long program, students in grades 6-12 generate business ideas, conduct market research, write business plans, pitch to a panel of investors, and launch their very own real companies.

The Academy also provides local community members with a variety of opportunities to volunteer and get involved. From exciting business guest lecturers and dynamic field trips to innovative companies to passionate business mentors and investor panelists, there are countless ways to help these local students launch their own enterprises and become impassioned local leaders.

YEA’s mission is to advocate for and provide services that help grow our member’s businesses. Our chamber’s goal is to enable its members to do TOGETHER what they might not be able to do individually. As we continue to rebound from recent downturns in our nation’s economic climate, the Chamber continues to pursue our motto ‘to make our community a better place for everyone to live and work.’

Tucson Hispanic Chamber
Membership Director

823 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 620-0005

javier@tucsonhispanicchamber.org
www.tucsonhispanicchamber.org

Javier Guillen is the Membership Director of the Tucson Hispanic Chamber which was incorporated, in May 18, 1989, in the State of Arizona with the original purpose to provide, promote and advance, on a nonprofit basis, the general welfare and prosperity of the Tucson area, so that its citizens and business community could prosper. The chamber(s) is led by a Board of Directors that reflects our community and governs the activities of the THCC.

The mission of the Tucson Hispanic Chamber and our affiliate chambers in Sierra Vista, Douglas and Nogales is to advocate for and provide services that help grow our member’s businesses in our bilingual and bicultural region. We provide resources and services to help grow your business and host events throughout Southern Arizona and Sonora, Mexico.

Supply Chain Now Radio Episode 21

September 17, 2018 by angishields

Sandy Springs Studio

Supply Chain Now Radio Episode 21

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Supply Chain Now Radio brought to you by APICS Atlanta and TalentStream.

Jon Safran is CEO of KEH Camera, the world’s largest online used camera and photography equipment store. The company has served over 1,526,018 photographers since 1979. The KEH team is dedicated to helping their customers “continue the story of their gear”. Jon is a proven business leader with a demonstrated history of success in the Consumer Products, Technology, and Diversified Industrial segments. Connect with Jon on LinkedIn and visit the KEH website for more information: https://www.keh.com/

Justin Goldman is Director of Corporate Purchasing at KEH Camera. He is tasked with developing innovative methods to procure inventory both domestically and internationally. Before joining KEH, Justin spent fourteen years in the wireless industry as a sales leader, manager, and eventually as a business owner. Justin is passionate about creating lasting relationships with clients cultivated both in and out of the boardroom. Connect with Justin on LinkedIn and check out his special KEH profile here.

Terri Sease is Founder & CEO of Alliance Solutions Group. She is a proven business leader with 20+ years of experience in the Supply Chain Industry. Terri founded ASG in 2009 and it has grown into a successful Software and Hardware company supporting the Supply Chain Industry. The company has built valuable, authorized partnerships with Zebra Technologies, Cisco, SOTI, and StayLinked. Terri also serves as an Advisory Board Member with the Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association and leads the ASG Hope Foundation, which helps students grow their STEM skills. Connect with Terri on LinkedIn and learn more about Alliance Solutions Group here: http://alliancesinc.com/

Chris Barnes is a professional education instructor for the Georgia Tech Supply Chain & Logistics Institute’s Supply Chain Management (SCM) Certificate courses. Barnes holds a B.S., Industrial Engineering and Economics Minor, from Bradley University, an MBA in Industrial Psychology with Honors from the University of West Florida. He is a certified APICS instructor and holds CPIM-F, CLTD-F and CSCP-F designations. He served on the international Board of Trustees for the Institute of Industrial Engineers, is Past President of WERC Atlanta, and is currently involved with APICS Atlanta. He is a certified adult education trainer and has presented to/trained over 1900 people. He served on the editorial advisory board for Warehouse Management & Control Systems Deck Reference and authored the book “WMS: Phase 1: Assessment & Selection” a WERC Publication. He is also the author and lead facilitator of “Quarters in the Couch: Low Hanging Fruit ideas to Improve Warehouse Performance.” When not teaching, Barnes is a supply chain advocate and visionary with HighJump and frequent blogger at www.apicscltdcoach.com. In 2016 Barnes partnered with Supply Chain Now Radio (SCNR) as executive producer and key contributor. SCNR is a social networking community organizing and sharing supply chain thought leadership through seminars, webinars, blogs and podcasts. Barnes has over 27 years of experience developing and managing multiple client, engineering consulting, strategic planning and operational improvement projects in supply chain management. Connect with Chris on LinkedIn and reach out to him via email.

Scott W. Luton is founder of Supply Chain Now Radio and also serves as Managing Partner for TalentStream. He has worked extensively in the end-to-end Supply Chain industry for more than 15 years, appearing in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Dice and Quality Progress Magazine. Scott currently serves as Executive Vice President of APICS Atlanta and was also named to the 2018 Georgia Logistics Summit Executive Committee. He is a certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and holds the APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) credential. As a Veteran of the United States Air Force, Scott also volunteers as Co-Chair of the Business Pillar for VETLANTA, and maintains active membership in the Georgia Manufacturing Alliance & CSCMP Atlanta Roundtable. Connect with Scott Luton on LinkedIn and follow him on Twitter at @ScottWLuton. He can also be reached by email. Learn more about WBENC-certified TalentStream here, a leading recruiting & staffing firm that helps companies find top talent in the Engineering, Manufacturing and Supply Chain space.: www.talentstreamstaffing.com

David King with Alexander Haas

September 14, 2018 by angishields

Atlanta Business Radio

David King with Alexander Haas

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David H. King, President & CEO of Alexander Haas, has lived in Atlanta nearly 35 years and been in the field of nonprofit development for more than 30 years. In his 27 years at Alexander Haas, David has provided counsel to hundreds of organizations in the areas of higher education, independent schools, hospitals, conservation, human services, churches and faith-based organizations. Prior to joining the Firm, he served as Atlanta Assistant Area Development Director for the United Negro College Fund and was responsible for the annual UNCF Atlanta Corporate Campaign. David began his career at the fundraising consulting firms Haas Coxe & Alexander and Coxe & Associates, prior to leaving to founded the development office at the Atlanta Union Mission where he served as Director of Development. David is on the Board of the Georgia Council on Economic Education and serves on their Development Committee. He is past President of the Board of the Greater Atlanta Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, which he also served as Vice President for Administration and Finance and Chair of the Michael C. Carlos Endowment Committee. He currently serves as Immediate Past Chair of the Giving Institute: Leading Counsel to Nonprofits and is on the Board of the Giving USA Foundation. A frequent presenter and lecturer, David has authored articles featured in Buckhead Living magazine, The Chronicle of Philanthropy and Forbes, as well as contributing information for two books: Black Tie Optional and the Essential Principles for Successful Fund Raising.

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Christopher Bean with Ackerman Security Systems and Tracy K Woodard with Eyedrum Gallery

September 12, 2018 by angishields

Atlanta Business Radio

Christopher Bean with Ackerman Security Systems and Tracy K Woodard with Eyedrum Gallery

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Christopher Bean is the General Manager at Ackerman Security Systems and has represented the company since 2007.

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The following story is brought to you by Aquitas Solutions. To learn more about Aquitas Solutions, you can follow them on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Tracy Kathleen Woodard has music performance degrees from Georgia State University and University of Georgia. She is a board member of Eyedrum Gallery as well as executive director of the Atlanta Contemporary Ensemble, avant-garde chamber group Cantos Y Cuentos, and the homeless outreach non-profit Mad Housers. Her husband and partner in crime Nick Hess is also an extremely involved community activist, currently chairman of NPU-S, and their children Karl and Ada (age 9 and 7) have already clocked hundreds of hours doing both homeless outreach and classical music. They have been residents of Oakland City since 2000.

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CEO Exclusive: Accountability

September 11, 2018 by angishields

CEO Exclusive Radio

CEO Exclusive: Accountability

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On this CEO Exclusive we discuss accountability in the conscious business movement and the importance of having conversations about it.

Supply Chain Now Radio Episode 20

September 10, 2018 by angishields

Sandy Springs Studio

Supply Chain Now Radio Episode 20

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Supply Chain Now Radio brought to you by APICS Atlanta and TalentStream.

Paul Noble is Founder and CEO of AUTIT, a technology firm that uses AI to predict inventory and harmonize data for parts in manufacturing. Paul’s passion for entrepreneurship has always shaped his approach for go-to-market strategies and tools, which was the driving force behind pursuing his dream of launching AUTIT to improve the availability of easy-to-use technology for optimizing the supply chain for materials and MRO. Connect with Paul on LinkedIn and visit AUTIT’s website for more information.

John McKee is part of the SMB Acquisition team at Sprint Business Solutions. He is author of the book “Nothing Happens Until the Meeting is Set”, a U.S. Patent Awardee and successful entrepreneur. Sprint Business Solutions make an impact on the business community, helping companies serve their customers better, more profitably and more securely. Sprint is unleashing the power of 5G across the United States, including the #supplychaincity of Atlanta, GA. Connect with John on LinkedIn and visit Sprint Business Solutions via their website here.

Will Haraway is Founder & Lead Evangelist at Backbeat Marketing. Will has 20 years of executive experience in B2B Technology Marketing. Will is a certified analyst relations practitioner by the Knowledge Capital Group and has helped companies including Manhattan Associates, Aptos, Atlantix Global Systems, American Software and Rubicon Global improve their brand reputations with marketing results that help increase sales. Will also serves as a member of the APICS Atlanta Executive Advisory Board. The Backbeat team includes lead generation, digital marketing, media relations and content marketing specialists with a combined 50 years of experience in their chosen disciplines. Connect with Will on LinkedIn and learn more about Backbeat Marketing here: www.backbeatmarketing.com

Ben Harris is Director of Supply Chain Ecosystem Expansion for the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Ben comes to the Metro Atlanta Chamber after serving as Senior Manager, Market Development for Manhattan Associates. There, Ben was responsible for developing Manhattan’s sales pipeline and overall Americas supply chain marketing strategy. Ben oversaw market positioning, messaging and campaign execution to build awareness and drive new pipeline growth. Prior to joining Manhattan, Ben spent four years with the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Center of Innovation for Logistics where he played a key role in establishing the Center as a go-to industry resource for information, support, partnership building, and investment development. Additionally, he became a key SME for all logistics and supply chain-focused projects. Ben began his career at Page International, Inc. where he drove continuous improvement in complex global supply chain operations for a wide variety of businesses and Fortune 500 companies. An APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Ben holds an Executive Master’s degree in Business Administration (EMBA) and bachelor’s degree in International Business (BBA) from the Terry College at the University of Georgia. Connect with Ben on LinkedIn and learn more about the Metro Atlanta Chamber here: www.metroatlantachamber.com

Thought Leader Radio featuring John B Stevens with Unity Copywriting

September 9, 2018 by angishields

High Velocity Radio

Thought Leader Radio featuring John B Stevens with Unity Copywriting

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Throughout a career spanning over 45 years, John B. Stevens‘, with Unity Copywriting, management style has been one of building teams to bring several competent people together to focus on a common objective. He noted early in his career that, in most organizations, there is an enormous amount of time, energy, and effort wasted by people working at cross purposes. As he’s transitioned to life in the Argentine outback, his focus has shifted from coaching to helping other business coaches and advisers get their message out to their prospective clients. With his first-hand knowledge of the benefits of effective business coaching, he is uniquely qualified to work with business advisers of all stripes convey their message. A major part of his effort to help business advisors spread their message is through his affiliation with Smart Money Network’s Business Accelerator Program in which they target LinkedIn members who match a profile given us by their clients, invite them to connect on LinkedIn , and send them a series of messages to begin building a relationship with them.