Palm Beach North Podcast

About Palm Beach North Podcast

Welcome to the Palm Beach North Podcast Network— the official home of the Palm Beach North Podcast and the People Behind Progress Podcast, produced by the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce. Through conversations with influential business leaders, entrepreneurs, elected officials, and community change makers, we explore the people, businesses, and ideas shaping Florida's Prosperity Coast. Whether you're listening to the Palm Beach North Podcast for conversations on economic development and regional issues, or watching People Behind Progress for behind-the-scenes stories from the leaders and organizations making a difference, you'll gain insight into what makes Palm Beach North thrive. 🎧 New episodes released regularly. Subscribe for conversations about: • Business & economic development • Leadership & entrepreneurship • Community impact & civic engagement • Innovation & workforce development • Regional collaboration • The people & organizations moving Palm Beach North forward

Publisher

Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce

Category

business · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

6 Jun 2023

Latest episode

17 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

66 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Sept 2026

   Powering the Future | People Behind Progress with Brian Matthews

   In this episode of People Behind Progress, Noel Martinez sits down with Brian Matthews, Founder + CEO of AMPERA, to discuss the future of energy and the technology being developed right here in Palm Beach Gardens to help meet the world's rapidly growing demand for reliable, abundant power. From the rise of AI and data centers to advanced nuclear technology, Brian shares why he believes energy is fundamental to economic growth and prosperity and how AMPERA is working to rethink the way energy is generated, deployed and consumed. He breaks down the company's "Power Now. Nuclear Next." strategy, the potential for subcritical thorium-based nuclear systems, and how AMPERA is approaching safety, scalability and innovation. Brian also shares his journey as an entrepreneur and engineer, the culture he's building at AMPERA, why integrity is one of his most important leadership principles, and why Palm Beach Gardens was the right place to build the company's global headquarters. Together, they explore what the future of energy could look like and why science, technology, curiosity and bold thinking will play an important role in shaping what's next. Topics Covered 00:00 – Introduction: Meet Brian Matthews & AMPERA 03:00 – Entrepreneurship, Mentors & Building Technology Companies 07:33 – Why Energy Is Fundamental to Progress 09:40 – What Is AMPERA? 12:04 – “Power Now. Nuclear Next.” & the Future of Energy 16:10 – AI, Data Centers, Defense & Maritime Applications 19:46 – Nuclear Energy: Misconceptions, Technology & Safety 26:36 – Building AMPERA: Culture, Bold Thinking & Integrity 32:41 – Why Palm Beach Gardens & the Future of the Region 37:55 – AMPERA’s Vision for the Future & What Progress Means Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, engineer, technology professional, or simply interested in how innovation is shaping the future of energy, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the people and ideas working to solve one of the biggest challenges facing our growing economy. To watch previous episodes of People Behind Progress, visit our Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce YouTube channel. Subscribe here for future episodes of People Behind Progress, highlighting the leaders, ideas and innovations shaping the future of Palm Beach North and beyond. Connect with us on social media: Facebook: @PalmBeachNorthChamber Instagram: @pbnchamber LinkedIn: Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce To learn more about the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce, visit www.pbnchamber.com (http://www.pbnchamber.com) To learn more about AMPERA, visit www.amperaglobal.com (http://www.amperaglobal.com) AMPERA LinkedIn: AMPERA Facebook: AMPERA Instagram: AMPERA Brian Matthews LinkedIn: Brian Matthews #PeopleBehindProgress #EnergyInnovation #NuclearEnergy #CleanEnergy #PalmBeachNorth #AMPERA

2. 

   31 Jul 2026

   The Culture That Drives Success | People Behind Progress with Patti Hamilton & Travis Hitchcock

   Host Noel Martinez interviews Patti Hamilton and Travis Hitchcock about the people-first culture and servant leadership driving Coastal Waste & Recycling's rapid growth.

3. 

   27 Jul 2026

   From Foster Care to Changing Florida | People Behind Progress with Heather Cogar

   Host Noel Martinez interviews Heather Cogar, Statewide Director of Community Engagement, about her journey from foster care to leading the fight against childhood poverty in Florida.

Who has been a guest on Palm Beach North Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Patti Hamilton
• Travis Hitchcock
• Heather Cogar
• Sheree Anne Kelly
• Wendy Sartory Link

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

691,164

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 61 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

58

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

71

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