Podcasts about bizjournals

He's seen it all, from the days of hand-written ledgers to artificial intelligence. But one thing remains the same: it's all about people skills. In this episode, Berkowitz Pollack Brant Founder and Executive Chairman Richard Berkowitz shares his takes with SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez.

The biggest misconception about the Hispanic Chamber of Metro Orlando? That it's only for Hispanic business owners and entrepreneurs. President & CEO Pedro Turushina joins OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao to share why he and his team are supporting all businesses across the region, and at the same time offering support for their Hispanic members.

In a mecca where theme parks attract millions annually, it's often forgotten that the arts also play a major role in Orlando. In this episode, OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao invites Cole NeSmith, Founder & CEO of Creative City Project, to share what's happening behind-the-scenes.

Chris Cassidy is a retired Navy SEAL, two-time recipient of the Bronze Star, and former Chief Astronaut at NASA with 377 days in space. Now, he's back on terra firma leading a new mission: The opening of the National Medal of Honor Museum this spring in Arlington. In this episode, DBJ Staff Writer Holden Wilen invites Cassidy to share this monumental moment for DFW, and why he chose a new challenge as a non-profit CEO, far from foreign battlefields and outer space.

Trinity University might just be the best kept secret in Texas higher ed. It's beautiful urban campus in the Alamo City attracts students from across Texas and around the country. In this episode, SABJ Editor-in-Chief Ed Arnold invites Trinity's new VP for Finance and Administration Mark Detterick to showcase the school, and why he chose to relocate to San Antonio.

With the holiday season upon us, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez welcomes United Way Miami President and CEO Symeria Hudson to share her organization's impact, the needs of many across the area, and challenges in the year ahead.

Traffic congestion is relative, but that's no consolation for Florida residents who are adjusting to a pandemic-influx of new residents and now, the post-pandemic surge in return-to-office traffic. In this timely download, TBBJ Editor Alexis Muellner calls on Greg Slater, CEO of the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority, for his insight and past experience in traffic-clogged Maryland.

We talk campaign finance trends on this week's Access Louisville podcast. A few weeks ago, LBF Reporter Piper Hansen began digging into donation trends among workers at some of Louisville's biggest employers. She found that most of those donations (for the second quarter of 2024) went to Democratic presidential nominee and sitting Vice President Kamala Harris over former President Donald Trump.   Here's a look at trends from the top three employers, according to info from OpenSecrets.org, a nonprofit campaign finance tracking website.United Parcel Service Inc. employees — $226,529 donated in total; Harris contributions: $139,746; Trump contributions: $86,783Ford Motor Co. — $119,986; Harris contributions: $76,071; Trump contributions: $43,915Kroger Co. — $85,917; Harris contributions: $46,696; Trump contributions: $39,221Hansen talks about these figures on this week's Access Louisville podcast and you can read more about what she found here. Campaign contribution data just released for the third quarter, as well. Hansen is digging into those figures now — looking at individual donations this time — we expect to be posting a story soon at Bizjournals.com/Louisville. Election Day is on Tuesday, Nov. 5. More this weekFollowing the campaign finance talk we discuss talk a little restaurant news, including an ownership change Le Relais. We also chat about a new endeavor from the team behind Wild Eggs. It'll be doing a virtual kitchen for a related concept (Crazy Bowls & Wraps) in order to serve customers on delivery apps.We talk about a deal to purchase the former Harvest restaurant building selling and some news from the Louisville Economic Development Alliance. And wrap things up with some local media news, with Bill Lamb returning to WDRB.Access Louisville is a weekly podcast from Louisville Business First. It's available on popular podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

With over 65,000 multifamily units across the country, and co-developer of the tallest building in Texas, Kairoi Residential CEO Mike Lynd is juggling a lot in the midst of what many believe is the most challenging commercial real estate market ever. In this episode, SABJ Editor-in-Chief Ed Arnold joins Lynd for an extended conversation on the market, the economic factors impacting development, and an update on Waterline in Austin, set to become the tallest building in Texas.

Founded almost 40 years ago, The Research Park at Florida Atlantic University has served as the incubator for numerous technology startups and as a real-time learning experience for everyone from students to entrepreneurs. In this episode, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez invites President Andrew Duffell to share the impact on the region's growing tech scene.

Most banks and financial institutions rely on fees which provide a significant revenue stream. When Kendall Garrison took over at Amplify Credit Union, he had the gumption to waive all fees, attract more customers, and grow Amplify with good old fashioned customer services. In this download, ABJ Editor Colin Pope invites Garrison to share his formula for success, and offer outlooks on the economy, AI, and his passion for craft brewing.

For over 50 years, Palmetto-based and family owned and operated Feld Entertainment has produced and presented the biggest traveling shows in the world: Disney On Ice, Monster Jam, and now the return of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, among others. In this fun-filled episode, Tampa Bay Business Journal Editor Alexis Muellner reminisces about the past, present and future of the business with third generation CEO Juliette Feld Grossman.

With peak hurricane season upon us, on the heels of Beryl in July, and the devastating derecho on Memorial Day weekend, disaster relief and charitable giving are top of mind for many Houston business leaders. In this episode, HBJ Editor-in-Chief Sean McCrory invites Greater Houston Community Foundation President Steve Maislin to share the importance and impact of Houston's business community.

The threat of a cyber attack alone is enough to keep business owners up at night. The confusing and often contradictory advice offered by IT and cybersecurity consultants is just as perplexing. In this episode, OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao invites Danny Jenkins, CEO of the fast-growing Orlando-based ThreatLocker to share simple "hygiene tips" to help keep your business data safe.

If you'd like to read the tea leaves on South Florida's economic future, just call on the people who are shaping it. In this episode, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez takes the temperature with Peter Dyga, President & CEO of the Associated Builders and Contractors, who has a pulse on the region.

Patients often lose time and waste money awaiting referrals for orthopedic issues. Dr. Alejandro Badia aims to change that with OrthoNOW. In this episode, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez invites Dr. Badia to share his vision, and discuss other timely issues impacting healthcare.

Residential real estate is all about referrals & relationships. So how did Corey Hasting and company take over the Jacksonville market in less than a decade? In this download, JBJ Editor-in-Chief Tim Gibbons invites the Engel & Volkers First Coast CEO to share how and why his brokerage is the market leader.

Back to the office may be a struggle in other markets, but Dallas is all about business, and people dress the part. That translates to the real estate market, where companies seek upscale amenities for their teams. In this download, DBJ Digital Reporter Alexa Reed connects with B2 Architecture + Design Founder Allison Brooks to learn more, and the scoop on B2's re-brand.

There are no drugstores halfway to Mars, so space exploration will only go as far as space medicine will take us. In this fascinating episode, OBJ Associate Managing Editor Richard Bilbao welcomes Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta, who joins UCF's College of Medicine as vice chair for aerospace medicine. 

San Antonio's close knit community can count on giving, and the San Antonio Area Foundation makes a big impact. In this episode, SABJ Editor Ed Arnold invites the foundation's new leader, CEO Nadege Souvenir to share her impressions of the city and her plans to make a difference in the community.

If the head of a household is struggling to pay bills or buy food, that stress will negatively impact job performance. That's one reason why it's critical for Tampa Bay's business community to help address this growing concern. In this episode, TBBJ Editor Alexis Muellner invites Feeding Tampa Bay CEO Thomas Mantz to share how he and his team are partnering with businesses to help the community.

Jacksonville now ranks as the 10th most populated city in America, and it's no longer one of the best kept secrets in the country. An influx of wealthy families are now calling JAX home, and J.P. Morgan Private Bank Executive Director Matt Marcin tells JBJ Editor-in-Chief Tim Gibbons his team is ready to serve them.

After taking over in 2021 and engineering a turnaround at Texas Capital Bank, Rob Holmes is now focused on growing business relationships across North Texas. In this episode, DBJ Associate Editor Alexa Reed invites Holmes to share his vision, and what sets his bank apart from others in the region.

The trucking industry is the backbone of the US economy, delivering $940.8 billion in goods and accounting for over 80% of the nation's freight cost (Source: American Trucking Association). In this episode, SABJ Editor-in-Chief Ed Arnold invites Nitro Founder Vikrant Asher to share his entrepreneurial journey to revolutionize this vital sector that impacts literally every American.

The days of nerds in hoodies hacking your email are over. Now it's an army of bots blasting your business day & night, and your monitoring service might not detect a breach or notify you for days. In this episode, JBJ Editor-in-Chief Tim Gibbons invites OnDefend CEO Chris Freedman to share the latest on cybersecurity threats, and what he and his team are doing on a national, and global scale, to combat the crooks. 

Since taking over as President and CEO of the Houston Association of REALTORS in 1988, Bob Hale has seen it all. As he counts down to retirement in January of 2025, Hale reflects on the past, present and future of the industry, and how real estate professionals and prospective homeowners can navigate this challenging market.

Florida's economic expansion and population growth means banking and financial services are in demand. In this episode, OBJ Associate Managing Editor Richard Bilbao invites VyStar Credit Union Florida Market President Lysa Barbano to share how the Jacksonville-based institution is expanding to serve the region's growing needs.

With the FIFA World Cup coming to DFW in 2026, North Texas cements the region as one of the world's premier sports destinations. In this episode, DBJ Reporter Alexa Reed welcomes Dallas Sports Commission Executive Director Monica Paul, who shares why the big events are coming to DFW, and the commission's role in attracting major events.

Tourism drives Florida's economy and cruise passengers are a big part of that economic impact. In this episode, OBJ Editor-in-Chief Carolyn Guniss invites Port Canaveral CEO Captain John Murray to share how he and his team are preparing for an expanded cruise ship lineup, more passengers, and continued growth.

The pandemic killed coworking spaces in other parts of the country, but in Florida the influx of talent and open businesses fueled growth. Now the question is, what's the future of coworking? In this episode, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez welcomes Quest Workspaces CEO Laura Kozelouzek who shares what separates Quest from the rest. Plus, why the future of coworking includes yachts and luxurious locales.

There's a simple answer in this download: Don't confuse The Austin Business Journal with the Chamber of Commerce. Business leaders and executives expect the facts, and  as ABJ Editor Colin Pope explains, when the local economy is challenging, it's up to the ABJ staff to tell the truth.

Artificial Intelligence is a game changer, particularly in the legal profession. In this episode, TBBJ Editor Alexis Muellner welcomes Holland & Knight Chair and CEO Bob Grammig to discuss how his firm is quickly adapting to the new world of AI and what it means for clients. Plus, Grammig  shares potential growth opportunities for his firm.

Houston's rapidly changing energy industry continues to evolve, and Phillips 66 CEO Mark Lashier is leading the effort. In this exclusive interview with HBJ Reporter Naomi Klinge, Lashier highlights his company's focus on petrochemicals and renewable fuels, while continuing to bolster refining capacity.

Everything's bigger in Texas, and that goes for the rodeo as well. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is set for another epic 20-day run. In this download, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams invites HLSR President & CEO Dr. Chris Boleman to preview the event.  We go behind-the-scenes to learn how Boleman and his team attract the biggest names in music, while enhancing the experience with drone shows and the latest mobile technology.

Like many urban environments, San Antonio's core took a hit during the pandemic. Now, with numerous construction projects, including the Alamo redevelopment underway, the city's downtown core is poised for a comeback. In this episode, SABJ Editor-in-Chief Ed Arnold visits with Centro San Antonio President and CEO Trish DeBerry who shares the vision for economic success.

He's the Dallas market leader for UMB Bank, but Todd Burns is no newbie in DFW. Born & raised here, and with over 30 years experience in the banking industry, Burns and  the Kansas City-based UMB are betting on big growth in North Texas. In this episode, DBJ Associate Editor Alexa Reed connects with Burns to learn more about his new role, and why 2024 may be more challenging that many forecasters are predicting.

Global energy retailer Octopus Energy has planted their US flag in the energy capital of the world. CEO Michael Lee is leading the charge for the renewable energy retailer focusing on enhanced customer service. In this download, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams explores this sector and Lee offers his takes on what sets Octopus apart.

He started as an intern at Launch SA in 2015, and now Matthew Espinoza returns as Director of the organization that promotes and supports entrepreneurs. In this download, SABJ Reporter Zoe Gottlieb chat with Espinoza, who has a number of goals on his agenda.

As the President and CEO of the Austin Chamber, Jeremy Martin is advocating for what businesses need to survive and thrive in the 10th largest city in the U.S.  In this episode, ABJ Managing Editor Kathryn Hardison connects with Martin to cover a wide range of concerns.

The travel industry is showing no signs of slowing down, and United Airlines is betting big on its future, with aggressive growth plans. In this download, HBJ Reporter Sofia Gonzalez welcomes United's VP of Global Learning, People & Community Helon Hammond to share why the airline is investing so heavily in its Houston home base.

You can rent pretty much anything, but when it comes to furniture, it's expensive and most folks only rent a few pieces. Why not rent an entire house full of furniture, right down to the laundry hamper? That's what serial mover Cameron Johnson wondered, and why he start his company, Nickson, to address that need. In this episode DBJ Associate Editor Alexa Reed profiles this DFW-area entrepreneur. 

Boerne native Justin McKenzie traveled the world, returning home with a dream that's now a reality. As leader of the Boerne Kendall County Angel Network (BKCAN), he's attracting entrepreneurs to hill country. In this episode, SABJ Editor-in-Chief Ed Arnold connects with McKenzie to learn more about his vision, and Das GreenHous, a launching pad for innovation.

While colleges and universities across the country deal with declining enrollment and financial issues, Texas universities are grappling with growth. In this episode, Will Anderson welcomes University of Texas System Chancellor James Milliken to learn how our universities are handling demand, while transforming to serve the needs of students throughout their careers. 

Gary Frey is a connector, "MacGyver," and a trusted CEO confident. He is also the co-host of the "Anything but Typical Podcast," highlighting behind-the-scenes stories of ripple-making entrepreneurs.  Throughout his career, Gary has been president of four successful companies, including Bizjournals.com. His leadership helped elevate this business news portal from a modest three-person operation to a $100 million enterprise. Gary has orchestrated two successful turnarounds and has occupied executive positions within two Fortune 500 companies.  Currently, he is an owner and spearheads business growth coaching and business development for a prominent regional CPA firm in the Southeast, serving privately held businesses and their owners.  Beyond his professional pursuits, Gary maintains an active lifestyle, regularly tackling a grueling Murph workout complete with a 20# weighted vest every Monday (for those unfamiliar, feel free to Google it!). He is also a drummer, a proud father of two accomplished sons, and a loving "Papa" to four cherished grandchildren. Gary has shared over 40 wonderful years of marriage with his devoted wife. Get Gary's new book HERE  

One of the things San Antonians enjoy most about our airport is convenience. But the Alamo City's growth and a desire for a transcontinental option are forcing leaders to expand and improve options without disrupting easy access. In this download, SABJ Editor-in-Chief Ed Arnold gets an update from Director of Airports Jesus Saenz.

When Grant Pruitt was a kid, his dad made him suit up and tag along on real estate meetings. Turns out, he loved tagging along and has made a successful career for himself, founding Whitebox Commercial Real Estate. In this episode, DBJ Associate Editor Alexa Reed invites Grant to share his expertise on the DFW commercial real estate market- specifically, why vacancy rates aren't as bad as the headlines may indicate.

As University of Houston System Chancellor and University of Houston President, Renu Khator has transformed UH into a nationally recognized institution. In this episode, HBJ Reporter Sofia Gonzalez profiles Khator, the Lifetime Achievement Award Winner in our 2023 Women Who Mean Business Awards.

The Alamo City's growing tech scene is the focus in this download as SABJ Reporter Zoe Gottlieb welcomes Geekdom CEO Charles Woodin. Austin may get most of the publicity when it comes to Texas tech growth, and deservedly so, but San Antonio's tech community is growing, thanks to a grass roots effort to fund home grown startups. San Antonio Startup Week (SASW) October 16-21 is the focal point of the year. 

John Simons founded Comicpalooza in 2008 and built it from a few tables to a major event before selling to focus on his true passion of publishing. In this episode, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams explores the world of comics, events, and publishing with Simons, who has another big event and a new book ready to share.

Concerns this spring of another banking meltdown quickly faded as Uncle Sam stepped in and the failures were contained. But how healthy is the sector in a higher interest rate environment, with increasing regulatory oversight? In this episode, DBJ Associate Editor Alexa Reed invites respected community banking leader Bill Lowe, Chairman, President & CEO of Harmony Bank to offer his candid opinion and outlook