It’s A Partnership That Impacts You, Me and All of Sarasota County – With Josh Ewen | Episode 149
Many people don’t realize that most counties in Florida and the US are in competition with each other. They compete to attract and retain business. Of course, whoever wins this competition better ensures the local economy is vibrant and growing. The smarter counties form private-public alliances where the local government and local industry work together.…
An Insider’s Take On Why You Should Join The Sarasota Chamber – with Ed Hill | Episode 123
When you have a diverse work background in both for and non-profit businesses you learn skills applicable to both worlds. A career move that eventually makes sense is to apply those skills in what may be the most diverse business association around — the local Chamber of Commerce. I’m pleased to welcome Ed Hill, Vice…
Meet the Dynamic Woman Leading One of Sarasota’s Most Essential Business Organizations – With Heather Kasten, President/CEO Sarasota Chamber | Episode 067
The booming Sarasota economy is a reflection of many things such as baby boomers retiring, and a wonderful climate with less congestion than larger, nearby cities. But with the great influx of new residents and businesses comes a challenge for the local Chamber of Commerce as they strive to respond to the increased demands of…
Meet the Dynamic Woman Leading Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance – with Brittany Lamont | Episode 060
I’m definitely pro-man. After all, I am one. But I often think that many women have a superpower to balance work and family that I know I could never do. Imagine, you have three children all under six, plus you lead the top business association in the fastest-growing community in the United States — that’s…
She Leads the Largest Chamber of Commerce on the Suncoast – with Jacki Dezelski, President/CEO of Manatee Chamber of Commerce | Episode 054
I’ve always been a big believer in the local Chamber of Commerce. For a few dollars a day any entrepreneur, business owner, manager, or executive can get access to hundreds of potential clients plus contacts hard to find on your own. To me, it’s the best deal around. In today’s episode, you hear from one…