People + Profit Show from Conscious Capitalism Arizona

About People + Profit Show from Conscious Capitalism Arizona

Free enterprise capitalism has served to lift more people out of poverty than any other socio-economic system ever conceived, empowering social cooperation, human progress, and elevating humanity. Good business is the answer to many of the global issues humankind is facing and that is what will dive into on this show as we interview business and community leaders from around the state of Arizona who are building businesses that really take care of people AND the bottom line.

Publisher

Sarah McCraren and Jeremy Neis

Category

business · business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Aug 2020

Latest episode

28 May 2021

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 May 2021

   The Locker Room – How Sportiqe is Growing a Safe and Conscious Business for Employees While Being a Profitable Business – Episode 10 of People + Profit Show

   Episode 10 of People + Profit Show – The Locker Room – How Sportiqe is Growing a Safe and Conscious Place for Employees While Being a Profitable Business. Guest: Matt Altman, Sportiqe This was a very unique episode that we were excited to finally execute on. The Culture Crush Business Podcast and the People and Profit Podcast, sponsored by Conscious Capitalism Arizona, came together for a special crossover episode. Listen to the Show About this Episode Matt Altman, with Sportiqe, was the best guest for this crossover experience. His knowledge and understanding of running and growing a conscious business was perfect for the conversation with co-hosts Jeremy Neis and Kindra Maples. Yes, businesses are here to make money and be profitable, but this can be done while also supporting the employees as humans. People and Profit should be on the same level. Your people are the ones that are going to take care of your customers. It is important to try and support their fundamental human needs; freedom, independence, community, family, and teamwork. When we are connected together, we can help each other and there is a win- win outcome. They even had the chance to dive into the six values that Sportiqe has, that go beyond just writing on the walls. The “values and behavior are what drive a team and a family.” Teamwork, Evolve, Respect, Can Do, Integrity, and Fun are all values that have grown with the company and continuously lived through the team at Sportiqe. This episode is great for all listeners! This conversation is great for any job level to listen in and find motivation in the way that Sportiqe is growing their brand. This conversation is great for CEO’s out there to listen to in order to understand the benefit and the need in taking care of your people with the same passion that drives the company to be profitable. This conversation shares insight into how to treat employees and the why behind it. We look forward to the next opportunity to have Matt back on the show. Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, Sportiqe (https://sportiqe.com/) is a global, lifestyle apparel brand that is committed to delivering elevated basics using premium fabrics, innovative designs and an on-trend fit that not only look and feel good, but provide superior comfort no matter the occasion. Outfitting more than four-million people around the world since its inception in 2006, Sportiqe designs, manufactures and sells premium, Modern American comfort wear for men, women and youth with a focus on t-shirts, hoodies, sweatpants, headwear and more. All apparel is designed and decorated in Sportiqe’s home-state of Ariz. The company was founded on the success of its wholesale division, which bridges the gap between the fan and fashion world by providing comfortable attire with on-trend garments and graphics to a number of globally recognized brands including the NBA, Nintendo, Dave Matthews Band, Peloton and Live Nation, to name a few. For more information about Sportiqe, visit Sportiqe.com. The brand was founded on the success of its wholesale division, which bridges the gap between the fan and fashion world by providing comfortable attire with on-trend graphics to a variety of globally recognized brands across the entertainment, sporting, food and beverage, health and wellness, and tech and gaming industries. Serving as a fashion house for clients, Sportiqe designs, creates and delivers elevated and on-trend, custom apparel for companies who can choose from a graphics package from the Sportiqe wheelhouse or work with the company’s skilled graphic design team for custom looks and themes Sportiqe believes in making an impact that reaches far beyond its comfortable fabrics and clothing. That’s why Sportiqe is dedicated to improving the lives of children in crisis around the world by investing their time and resources in causes that support their mission. Guests As co-founder and CEO of Sportiqe, Matt Altman is a Phoenix native who spent more than a decade as the director of merchandise for the NBA’s Phoenix Suns, MLB’s Arizona Diamondbacks and NHL’s Arizona Coyotes where he oversaw all retail operations including buying, sourcing, designing, product development, inventory, sales and logistics for Talking Stick Arena and Chase Field. In 2006, Altman co-founded Sportiqe, a global, lifestyle apparel company, that is committed to delivering elevated basics using high-quality fabrics, innovative designs and on-trend fit that not only look and feel good, but provide superior comfort no matter the occasion. Sportiqe quickly became a household name amongst some of the most recognizable brands, athletes and celebrities in the world after landing a licensing deal with the NBA early on and being amongst the first apparel companies to bridge the gap between the sports fan and fashion world. To date, Sportiqe collaborates with global leaders like the NBA, Nintendo, TREK, Rock N Roll Hall of Fame, Warner Bros. and the Dave Matthews Band, to name a few. Sportiqe has outfitted more than four-million people around the world since its inception. Altman has a lifelong passion for helping people – supporting them to live their dreams and be the best version of themselves. He serves on the board of The Prem Rawat Foundation, which addresses the fundamental human needs of food, water and peace. He is a member of Entrepreneur’s Organization (EO) and serves on the board of the Arizona Chapter. Altman holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and business from the University of Arizona. In his personal life, he enjoys spending time with his wife and family, as well as practicing yoga, skiing, travelling and living his life with the goal of always learning. Follow Sportiqe on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportiqe-apparel), Facebook (https://facebook.com/sportiqe) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sportiqe/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/sportiqe). About Our People and Profit Co-Hosts Kindra Maples oversees the day to day onboarding, tracking, and management of the volunteers for Conscious Capitalism Arizona. This is not a new skill for her considering she has held leadership roles in the past where she managed volunteers and community engagement for over 10 years. Although her passion and background started with animal behavior work and studies, it is not a long shot from volunteer and community engagement with people. All animals just want kindness and positive reinforcement. Her current role is supporting the operations and strategic engagement for a growing company, JHB Group, based out of Chicago. Although the company is based in Chicago, Kindra continues to grow and support the community where she lives here in Arizona through her support to Phoenix Business RadioX and volunteering throughout the valleys. You can feel free to reach out to Kindra with any of your volunteer questions and any inquiries about getting involved with Conscious Capitalism Arizona –or if you just want to talk about animal facts, she is the one! No arm twisting is required to get Jeremy Neis, a CC Arizona leadership team member, to engage in conversation with impassioned business minds on the topic of leveraging enterprise to create long lasting advancements for humanity. His two plus decades of entrepreneurial experience, leading strategic initiatives and tailoring solutions for organizations, families and individuals has led to a strong appreciation of the profound impact business wields over the people it serves and relies upon. It is his delight to explore with inspiration, show guests their experiences, observations and approaches to doing business in a people centered manner. The post The Locker Room – How Sportiqe is Growing a Safe and Conscious Business for Employees While Being a Profitable Business – Episode 10 of People + Profit Show (https://ccarizona.org/interview-sportique-grow-safe-conscious-business-episode-10-of-people-profit-show/) appeared first on Conscious Capitalism Arizona (https://ccarizona.org).

2. 

   30 Apr 2021

   Interview with Brian Mohr of Anthym – Episode 9 of People + Profit Show

   Episode 9 of the People + Profit Podcast – Growing Culture Through Music. Guest: Brian Mohr, anthym When it comes to finding the right guests to bring on to the People and Profit Podcast, our team always has our eyes open for great company leaders that align with Conscious Capitalism and the four tenants. This month we did not have to look very far to find a well-known leader in the Conscious Capitalism network here within the Arizona community as well as the Conscious Capitalism International Team. Listen to the Show About this Episode Brian Mohr jumped on the Conscious Capitalism bandwagon back before 2015 when he found “his people.” As many others, Brian stumbled upon the Conscious Capitalism movement and knew he had to be part of the tribe. He has been on the board for Conscious Capitalism International and currently sits on the board locally for the Arizona Chapter as well. Not only has he been part of Conscious Capitalism in that facet but also in his past and present company leadership roles that he has held. From growing the very culture focused company Y-scouts, to his new and very culture focused company anthym. anthym is an interactive, personal storytelling platform leveraging the power of music to catalog some of the most meaningful and pivotal moments and memories in our lives. It’s becoming clear that the future of work will be embracing an increase in work-from-anywhere and remote work scenarios, which presents a whole new set of challenges for teams and companies. anthym is focusing on bringing the team members together and allowing them to connect on a deeper level. We know WHAT people do but this program allows the team members to truly learn about WHO the people are that they work with. This podcast dives into the tenant of company culture, why it is important, the need to improve it, and how anthym can improve it. This is a great podcast to listen to if you have read about conscious capitalism and you think that these people align with you. Listen in to find your tribe just like Brian did. #companyculture #new #teambuilding #consciouscapitalism #growth #teams #ccaz #podcast Building cohesive remote teams and culture is incredibly difficult – anthym (https://www.anthym.life/) is here to make it easier. At its core, anthym is a personal storytelling platform that helps you reflect on and catalog  some of your most meaningful and important life moments by leveraging the power of cultural touchstones like music, movies, books, and TV shows, which results in your personal anthym profile. Together with your teammates, the anthym experience is brought to life by a facilitated virtual onboarding where you and your teammates share stories with one another and create powerful, authentic connections. After the onboarding experience, the anthym platform allows for continuous team connection and helps promote connection, inclusion, belonging and trust. Guests Brian Mohr’s career is a learning-based journey with an intense focus on people, purpose, values, culture, and leadership. Brian has had amazing entrepreneurial and leadership experiences at Jobing.com, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Y Scouts and Conscious Capitalism Arizona. Today, Brian is channeling his experiences and energy into helping organizations build cohesive teams in the rapidly accelerating virtual workplace through his new company, Anthym. Brian is on the national Board of Directors of Conscious Capitalism, Inc., he is a Board member and President Emeritus of the Arizona Chapter of Conscious Capitalism, a member of the Board of Directors of the Better Business Bureau of the Pacific Southwest, a TEDx speaker, and the co-author of “Hiring on Purpose – How the Y Scouts Method is Revolutionizing the Search for Leaders”. Brian’s most important and cherished responsibilities are being the lucky father to his 2 daughters, Taylor and Riley, and the proud husband to his wife, Jackie. In his spare time, you’ll find Brian practicing guitar and catching a live music concert every chance he can get. Connect with Brian on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmohr/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/brianhmohr/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/brianmohr) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/brianhenrymohr/). About Our People and Profit Co-Hosts Sarah McCraren is an Arizona native with a strong sense of community. Sarah spent many years in the corporate finance world specializing in the operational analysis, measurement and accountability systems, project management and software implementations. However, Sarah wanted to do work which was meaningful and would positively impact her community. She found that saving lives and reducing injuries through comprehensive safety programs fit that bill. Sarah currently leads the McCraren Compliance team by keeping everyone focused on their primary purpose, creating workplaces where we all watch out for each other, and balancing the needs of all their stakeholders. Sarah serves on the Boards for Conscious Capitalism Arizona and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration Tucson Chapter, and is also active with the Arizona Builders Alliance, Arizona Rock Products Association , Arizona Transportation Builders and Women in Mining Az. Sarah McCraren Part of an Awesome Team www.McCrarenCompliance.com (http://www.mccrarencompliance.com/) Creating Workplaces Where We All Watch Out for Each Other No arm twisting is required to get Jeremy Neis, a CC Arizona leadership team member, to engage in conversation with impassioned business minds on the topic of leveraging enterprise to create long lasting advancements for humanity. His two plus decades of entrepreneurial experience, leading strategic initiatives and tailoring solutions for organizations, families and individuals has led to a strong appreciation of the profound impact business wields over the people it serves and relies upon. It is his delight to explore with inspiration, show guests their experiences, observations and approaches to doing business in a people centered manner. The post Interview with Brian Mohr of Anthym – Episode 9 of People + Profit Show (https://ccarizona.org/interview-brian-mohr-anthym-episode-9-people-profit-show/) appeared first on Conscious Capitalism Arizona (https://ccarizona.org).

3. 

   2 Apr 2021

   Interview with McMinn HR and HPISolution – Episode 8 of People + Profit Show

   Episode 8 of the People + Profit Podcast – McMinn HR and HPISolution: No Longer the Unconscious Conscious Capitalists – a Chat About Company Culture and Beyond. Guests: Ginny McMinn, McMinn HR + Jerry Houston, HPISolutions Jeremy and Sarah had an extremely impactful conversation about company culture, employees shifting in the workplace, recognition from the leaders to the employees, and workplace engagement. We love when our guests have stories to share, with examples that showcase good company culture as well as some that are not so great. Company culture is something that both Ginny and Jerry support in their companies. Supporting employees directly relates to growing the company and making profit as well. Jerry directly points out that, “Without profit there is no business.” Listen to the Show About the Episode As they progress through the conversation and the stories continue, we hear great examples and data to support the need for leadership to acknowledge and provide recognition to their employees. This means supporting employees during a pandemic and the rest of the time as well. “Change has happened so we might as well acknowledge that and see where we go from here,” Ginny mentions as they discuss the changes and variety of ways that leaders can support their staff and help them to feel recognized even from home. Supporting the company culture is extremely important as we continue to work remotely as well as starting to shift back into working in the office again. We were able to hear a variety of examples from Ginny on the HR side of things and how it is evolving. Back in the day, the role of the HR department was to “make sure our employees don’t sue.” HR departments are now one of the main parts that support driving and growing a good company culture. It has become more important to companies to have a strong culture, to support their staff, and to make sure their staff is fully engaged. Both Ginny and Jerry have been running their companies in ways that align with the tenants of Conscious Capitalism, without knowing that this movement was even a thing until recently. There is a tremendous amount of alignment with Conscious Capitalism and both Jerry and Ginny’s companies, passions, and experiences that the listeners are able to hear through the conversation. This podcast is a great one to listen to if you have read about the tenants of conscious capitalism and feel that you align but want to hear a little more. This podcast allows listeners to hear from two individuals that have been running businesses in a conscious way and have finally found their tribe of people that align with those similar tenants. Jerry and Ginny are two more leaders that we can add to the list of individuals that started out with this community as “unconscious conscious capitalists” and we are excited to have them in our community to join our tribe. Guests Jerry Houston is the CEO and Founder of HPISolutions. More than 28 years ago, in the Chicago, Illinois area, the company was born in a tiny one room office and has grown and prospered, serving almost 1000 client organizations. Jerry is a life long advocate of equality and fairness in opportunities for individuals regardless of race, creed, color or sexual orientation. He has dedicated his life to tireless work on behalf of disabled people, homeless women and their children, the native population and victims of the AIDS pandemic in the Country of South Africa, among others in need. Jerry spent 24 years engaged in operations management for a variety of organizations, in as many industries. He has managed thousands of employees and his focus has been in seeking the right people for the right position based on skills, experience, education, and most important, who they are as a human being. Jerry is fully certified in a wide range of behavioral sciences. Jerry recently authored his first book, The Eccentric Entrepreneur, which was published on Amazon in October 2020. Jerry was also a recipient of the Trusted Advisors Network Lifetime Achievement Award, as well as TTI Success Insights International Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2020. Jerry is working on his second book, Business of People – Unlocking the Power of Human Potential, which should publish in late 2021. Houston, now in his seventies, continues leading the HPISolutions team with the same energy and passion as he has displayed over almost 30 years in the human development industry. Follow HPISolutions on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/houston-partners-international/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/hpisolutions), Twitter (https://twitter.com/HPI_Solutions) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hpisolutions/). HPISolutions (https://hpisolutions.com/) was organized in July 1992 as an organization dedicated unlocking the power of human potential. The organization’s purpose statement is; to enable behavior change in individuals and teams so that people and organizations can realize their highest potential. HPISolutions accomplishes this purpose by focusing on business and process consulting, team development, assessment analytics on human behavior, HR Services, and professional coaching. The leadership team and independent partner network believe in approaching all people with Mutual Benefit, Respect and Trust and in a Trusted Advisor Relationship with their clients. Ginny McMinn’s experience includes over 40 years in a variety of nationwide human resource responsibilities, multiple industries and a diverse client base. Her passion is taking complex topics and workplace issues and creating understanding and lasting solutions through training and practical workplace processes. She brings a wealth of background and experience to you and your organization: teaching, counseling, training, program development and implementation, policy formation and implementation, along with the basic human resource responsibilities of hiring, training and development, wage and salary, recordkeeping, equal employment opportunity/affirmative action, safety, benefits, recruiting, employee relations and preventive labor relations, employee communications, planning, budgeting, organizational assessment and productivity improvement. Her training includes a MS in Industrial Relations (MSIR), from Loyola University of Chicago; BA in English Education from the University of Illinois at Urbana; Employee Relations Law Certificate; and Mediation Certificate in Arizona. She has been honored with Lifetime Accreditation as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). Connect with Ginny on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnymcminn/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HR-Solutions-for-Small-Business-1385584631666337) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/ginnymc). McMinn HR™ (https://www.mcminnhr.com/) provides organizations with a full range of Human Resources consulting, training design and delivery, and HR services including coaching for small business owners and company leaders. McMinnHR™ celebrates its 33rd business anniversary this year. McMinnHR™ is located in Gilbert, Arizona, and is a woman’s business enterprise, registered in Arizona. About Our People + Profit Co-Hosts Sarah McCraren is an Arizona native with a strong sense of community. Sarah spent many years in the corporate finance world specializing in the operational analysis, measurement and accountability systems, project management and software implementations. However, Sarah wanted to do work which was meaningful and would positively impact her community. She found that saving lives and reducing injuries through comprehensive safety programs fit that bill. Sarah currently leads the McCraren Compliance team by keeping everyone focused on their primary purpose, creating workplaces where we all watch out for each other, and balancing the needs of all their stakeholders. Sarah serves on the Boards for Conscious Capitalism Arizona and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration Tucson Chapter, and is also active with the Arizona Builders Alliance, Arizona Rock Products Association , Arizona Transportation Builders and Women in Mining Az. Sarah McCraren Part of an Awesome Team www.McCrarenCompliance.com (http://www.mccrarencompliance.com/) Creating Workplaces Where We All Watch Out for Each Other Jeremy Neis is an Investment Advisor with Retirement Evolutions and a small business operator fueled by the desire to enrich the life experience. He grew up in the Chicago area and chased the sun to get a degree at the University of Arizona in human and organizational communications. After doing so, he returned to Illinois where over the next 15 years he would find joy in co-launching and growing a technology solutions company and establishing a family. In 2014 he returned to the desert to join his current venture, Retirement Evolutions, where his focuses are: (1) Conduct planning with individuals and families so that they can maximize the likelihood of leading secure and comfortable retirements. (2) Through the business services arm, Resourceful, empower business leaders to care for the people that they will rely upon to be thriving, sustainable organizations. Jeremy is a proud contributor to the Conscious Capitalism movement as he views it as a powerful vehicle to bring about greater prosperity and reduced suffering for our human family. Over his career he has had the privilege to work closely with hundreds of different enterprises across many markets and industries. A common theme emerges among those firms that he’s seen excel and that is to be great not just with what they are bringing to market, but also with the manner in which they are doing so. The post Interview with McMinn HR and HPISolution – Episode 8 of People + Profit Show (https://ccarizona.org/interview-mcminn-hr-hpisolution-episode-8-people-profit-show/) appeared first on Conscious Capitalism Arizona (https://ccarizona.org).

4. 

   2 Apr 2021

   Interview with Keyser and beni.fit – Episode 7 of People + Profit Show

   Episode 7 of People + Profit Show – Flipping the Industry- People and Profit with Keyser and beni.fit Guests: Noah Barrasso of Keyser, and Ash Hachmeister of beni.fit The conversation with Ash Hachmeister and Noah Barrasso was such an insightful conversation about servant leadership, company culture, and building business relationships. Keyser and beni.fit are both wonderful examples of companies that are turning their industry on its head. Both work in industries that are usually out to just make a buck. So how do you continue to grow a company and make money, while also focusing on the people and what is truly best for them? That’s what they discuss in this conversation. Listen to the Show About this Episode Both Ash Hachmeister and Noah Barrasso are doing great things in their companies to not only focus on the needs of the clients/employees, but on making everything easier for them to understand as well. Health insurance can be extremely difficult to understand but Ash and his team are there to truly help the individuals pick the plans and options that are best for them because it is not a one size situation. Speaking of size, Noah is there to not only help explain things on the corporate real estate side, but also make sure that the companies they help are really finding the space that is the right size, design, layout and feel to support their company growth and culture. The listeners are able to get a deeper look into how things work at Keyser when it comes to serving others and how “Being a selfless servant is the most selfish thing to do for your business.” These topics of culture, growth, support, and business relations builds and draws the conversation. beni.fit is flipping their industry on the head by truly focusing on the benefit needs of the employees and making sure they are getting the benefits support they truly need. This is a great show for folks to listen to if they want to understand the benefits of selfless service and even hear ways to start activating this in their own lives. This is also a great opportunity to hear from companies that are not doing things “the same old way.” They have changed their industries for the better and they are not keeping it a secret about how they are doing this- so listen in! Guests Noah Barrasso believes in creating a personal experience w/ his clients by serving them in a way which leaves a lasting impression. Through helping others and creating genuine relationships, Noah is able to truly learn about their culture, their business functions, and what ecosystem is needed to help their company & employees thrive. From startups to Fortune 500 companies, Noah Barrasso helps companies lease and purchase commercial real estate. Learn more about Noah on his website (http://hashtagnoah.com/), and connect with him on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-barrasso-a0124412/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/noah.barrasso.7) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hashtagnoah/). About Keyser With a focus on the needs of tenants, Keyser (https://keyser.com/) exclusively represents occupiers of space and assist them with their commercial real estate needs including leasing, purchasing, constructing or disposing of facilities. We specialize in helping companies leverage their real estate buying power to secure incentives and attract today’s work force, all while reducing cost and risk. Whether it’s managing a global portfolio of office and industrial leases, helping a retail franchise brand roll out locations nationally, negotiating sites for specialty healthcare clinics, assisting rapidly growing technology companies with their expansion, or helping with our clients’ data center strategy and space needs, our advisors take deep pride in serving and going above and beyond for each of our clients. Ash Hachmeister aims to change the view of insurance and bring benefits into alignment with company culture and purpose. Ash knows the industry inside and out, understanding deeply the frustration and complexity leaders face. Breaking free from convention, he started beni.fit to simplify, educate and work with partners to create new, high-impact strategies. Follow beni.fit on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/beni-fit), Twitter (https://twitter.com/TheRealBenifit) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/beni.fit/). About beni.fit beni.fit (https://www.beni.fit/) is reimagining the workplace. They deliver new ways for high-growth companies to win talent and elevate human potential. By bringing clarity, creativity and strategy to organizations, they help leaders make sense of the confusion and overwhelm that comes with traditional approaches to benefits planning. They believe it’s time to transform this cost center into a power center that fuels performance, elevates culture and are driving a conversation around aligning benefits, culture, wellbeing and technology. beni.fit is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona serving modern, high-growth companies across the U.S. About Our Guest Host Along with being a Spartan racer, past animal trainer and magician’s assistant, Kindra Maples has experience working with diverse crowds of all sizes, ages, and backgrounds to support them with engagement opportunities. Kindra is a dynamic and engaging community engagement specialist with 10+ years of proven excellence across senior leadership roles leading partnership development and community outreach and engagement. As an ambassador of Phoenix Business RadioX she is able to continue supporting community engagement through connecting business professionals to others in the community. About Our People + Profit Co-Hosts Sarah McCraren is an Arizona native with a strong sense of community. Sarah spent many years in the corporate finance world specializing in the operational analysis, measurement and accountability systems, project management and software implementations. However, Sarah wanted to do work which was meaningful and would positively impact her community. She found that saving lives and reducing injuries through comprehensive safety programs fit that bill. Sarah currently leads the McCraren Compliance team by keeping everyone focused on their primary purpose, creating workplaces where we all watch out for each other, and balancing the needs of all their stakeholders. Sarah serves on the Boards for Conscious Capitalism Arizona and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration Tucson Chapter, and is also active with the Arizona Builders Alliance, Arizona Rock Products Association , Arizona Transportation Builders and Women in Mining Az. Sarah McCraren Part of an Awesome Team www.McCrarenCompliance.com (http://www.mccrarencompliance.com/) Creating Workplaces Where We All Watch Out for Each Other Jeremy Neis is an Investment Advisor with Retirement Evolutions and a small business operator fueled by the desire to enrich the life experience. He grew up in the Chicago area and chased the sun to get a degree at the University of Arizona in human and organizational communications. After doing so, he returned to Illinois where over the next 15 years he would find joy in co-launching and growing a technology solutions company and establishing a family. In 2014 he returned to the desert to join his current venture, Retirement Evolutions, where his focuses are: (1) Conduct planning with individuals and families so that they can maximize the likelihood of leading secure and comfortable retirements. (2) Through the business services arm, Resourceful, empower business leaders to care for the people that they will rely upon to be thriving, sustainable organizations. Jeremy is a proud contributor to the Conscious Capitalism movement as he views it as a powerful vehicle to bring about greater prosperity and reduced suffering for our human family. Over his career he has had the privilege to work closely with hundreds of different enterprises across many markets and industries. A common theme emerges among those firms that he’s seen excel and that is to be great not just with what they are bringing to market, but also with the manner in which they are doing so. The post Interview with Keyser and beni.fit – Episode 7 of People + Profit Show (https://ccarizona.org/interview-keyser-beni-fit-episode-7-people-profit-show/) appeared first on Conscious Capitalism Arizona (https://ccarizona.org).

5. 

   12 Feb 2021

   Interview with Heidi Jannenga of WebPT – Episode 6 of People + Profit Show

   Episode 6 of the People + Profit Podcast WebPT- Another Unconscious Conscious Capitalist Growing Strong Guest: Dr. Heidi Jannenga What an amazing woman that is helping to lead an amazing company! We were so thankful to have Dr. Heidi Jannenga on the show, with hosts Sarah McCraren and Kindra Maples (filling in for Jeremy Neis). Listen to the Show About this Episode There are ways to grow a great business, support the staff, put the members first, and still continue to expand, ALL while focusing on great company culture! WebPT is doing all of these things! We know this past year has not been great to all companies, but we love to hear when companies are growing during the pandemic, making the most of it, and creating something new from it all. This conversation with Dr. Heidi Jannenga highlighted some of the amazing work that WebPT has done over the past year, including creating programs that support the members and the patients in getting the PT support they need, and making change beyond the state with big decisions. Along with the great work that Heidi is doing with WebPT, we are happy to highlight her for her support on the board for CCAZ. We look forward to what this year will bring with her support to the chapter. WebPT is s great example of a company that was an “unconscious conscious capitalist.” They were already doing all of the things that aligned with Conscious Capitalism before they knew there was a name to go along with it. There are still numerous other companies out there like that too. This is a great episode to listen to if you are working for or leading a company that aligns with the four tenants of conscious capitalism but haven’t really gotten involved yet. You can hear about the ways that WebPT aligned with Conscious Capitalism and transitioned to getting involved. About Our Guest Dr. Heidi Jannenga, PT, DPT, ATC, is the co-founder and Chief Clinical Officer of WebPT, an eight-time Inc. 5000 honoree and the leading software solution for physical, occupational, and speech therapists. As a member of the board and senior management team, Heidi advises on WebPT’s product vision, company culture, branding efforts and internal operations, while advocating for rehab therapists, women leaders, and entrepreneurs on a national and international scale. Heidi has guided WebPT through several milestones, including three funding rounds: an angel round with Canal Partners, a venture capital round with Battery Ventures and a private equity round with Warburg Pincus; five acquisitions; and numerous national corporate and industry awards. In 2017, Heidi was honored by Health Data Management as one of the most powerful women in IT, and she was a finalist for EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year. In 2018, she was named the Ed Denison Business Leader of the Year at the Arizona Technology Council’s Governor’s Celebration of Innovation. She also is a proud member of the YPO Scottsdale Chapter and Charter 100. Heidi is a mother to her 9-year-old daughter Ava and enjoys traveling, hiking, and practicing yoga in her spare time. Connect with Heidi on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidijannenga) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/heidijannenga?lang=en). About WebPT With a 40% market share, WebPT is the leading rehab therapy platform for enhancing patient care and fueling business growth. WebPT’s product suite provides a robust end-to-end solution covering the entire rehab therapy business cycle, from billing and managing a practice to delivering quality, evidence-based care. With a 99% retention rate and an uptime rate in excess of 99.9% across its entire platform, WebPT is the most-trusted and most-reliable solution in the industry, regardless of practice setting, specialty or size. WebPT’s growth has earned it a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of the nation’s fastest-growing companies seven years in a row as well as inclusion on the 2018 Healthcare Informatics list of the top 100 U.S. healthcare IT vendors. Learn more at webpt.com (https://www.webpt.com/). About Our Guest Host Along with being a Spartan racer, past animal trainer and magician’s assistant, Kindra Maples has experience working with diverse crowds of all sizes, ages, and backgrounds to support them with engagement opportunities. Kindra is a dynamic and engaging community engagement specialist with 10+ years of proven excellence across senior leadership roles leading partnership development and community outreach and engagement. As an ambassador of Phoenix Business RadioX she is able to continue supporting community engagement through connecting business professionals to others in the community. About Our People + Profit Co-Hosts Sarah McCraren is an Arizona native with a strong sense of community. Sarah spent many years in the corporate finance world specializing in the operational analysis, measurement and accountability systems, project management and software implementations. However, Sarah wanted to do work which was meaningful and would positively impact her community. She found that saving lives and reducing injuries through comprehensive safety programs fit that bill. Sarah currently leads the McCraren Compliance team by keeping everyone focused on their primary purpose, creating workplaces where we all watch out for each other, and balancing the needs of all their stakeholders. Sarah serves on the Boards for Conscious Capitalism Arizona and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration Tucson Chapter, and is also active with the Arizona Builders Alliance, Arizona Rock Products Association , Arizona Transportation Builders and Women in Mining Az. Sarah McCraren Part of an Awesome Team www.McCrarenCompliance.com (http://www.mccrarencompliance.com/) Creating Workplaces Where We All Watch Out for Each Other Jeremy Neis is an Investment Advisor with Retirement Evolutions and a small business operator fueled by the desire to enrich the life experience. He grew up in the Chicago area and chased the sun to get a degree at the University of Arizona in human and organizational communications. After doing so, he returned to Illinois where over the next 15 years he would find joy in co-launching and growing a technology solutions company and establishing a family. In 2014 he returned to the desert to join his current venture, Retirement Evolutions, where his focuses are: (1) Conduct planning with individuals and families so that they can maximize the likelihood of leading secure and comfortable retirements. (2) Through the business services arm, Resourceful, empower business leaders to care for the people that they will rely upon to be thriving, sustainable organizations. Jeremy is a proud contributor to the Conscious Capitalism movement as he views it as a powerful vehicle to bring about greater prosperity and reduced suffering for our human family. Over his career he has had the privilege to work closely with hundreds of different enterprises across many markets and industries. A common theme emerges among those firms that he’s seen excel and that is to be great not just with what they are bringing to market, but also with the manner in which they are doing so. The post Interview with Heidi Jannenga of WebPT – Episode 6 of People + Profit Show (https://ccarizona.org/interview-with-heidi-jannenga-of-webpt-episode-6-of-people-profit-show/) appeared first on Conscious Capitalism Arizona (https://ccarizona.org).

6. 

   8 Dec 2020

   Interview with Laura Hall of WHYZ Partners & Jodi Low of U & Improved – Episode 5 of People + Profit Show

   Episode 5 of the People + Profit Podcast Grit and Grace with Laura and Jodi Guests: Laura Hall of WHYZ Partners and Jodi Low of U & Improved Laura and Jodi were a perfect match for the conversation about creating a conscious business where they are supporting the community, making profit, and keeping in consideration the four tenants of Conscious Capitalism. Both women took a step to create a business that they could grow, and that they continue to grow through the pandemic. Listen to the Show About this Episode Jodi, a local member of the Conscious Capitalism Arizona Chapter, highlights how she has grown her conscious business that empowers both adults and teens to create stronger personal and professional lives. Laura was able to join from San Diego to highlight her company WHYZ Partners and how they have been able to successfully navigate purpose and profit. We were able to dive into the purpose behind her new book The ABC’s of Conscious Capitalism for Kids and how it aligns well with the teen program that Jodi leads. Grit and Grace is how they do it. When it comes to success, they are measuring what matters, taking the first step even if it is difficult, continuing to be authentic, and elevating humanity daily. Not only was this a great conversation full of motivational takeaways, but we may have just found a perfect match for future collaboration. Although, we are in the middle of a pandemic and having to do all Conscious Capitalism Arizona events virtually, there is one thing that we are still able to do and that is make connections. We hope folks listen in and take away some motivational thoughts about taking chances, being authentic, and remembering all of your stakeholders to grow. The takeaway from the show and from this entire pandemic- continue to have grit and grace. Guests Laura Hall is a global business leader in the fashion and consumer goods industry. She left her last corporate role as president of accessories for Polo Ralph Lauren to join forces with two other female C-Suite executives to create WHYZ Partners. Laura has been called a ‘collaborative co-conspirator’ by her clients and her peers – a descriptor she proudly accepts. And most recently, Laura is the author of a new children’s book The ABCs of Conscious Capitalism for KIDs – because Laura believes that “it is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men”…as Frederick Douglass said over a century ago. Connect with Laura on LinkedIn (http://linkedin.com/in/laura-hall-031014b). WHYZ Partners (http://www.whyzpartners.com/) is a retail consumer goods consultancy that offers retailers and brands a roadmap for how to successfully navigate purpose and profit in a 21st century ‘new abnormal’ consumer goods ecosystem. The female founders utilize a high-touch approach of IQ/EQ/LQ that leverages their extensive experience in brand strategy and development, product development, omnichannel execution and operational excellence. WHYZ believes in a triple bottom line business model, but knows that unless their clients are profitable, they cannot help people or the planet! Jodi Low is an accomplished corporate trainer, inspirational speaker, and the Founder and CEO of the award-winning heart-based leadership development company U & Improved. Jodi has trained tens of thousands of entrepreneurs, Fortune 100 executives, and small to medium sizes companies, and their teams, on how to build a booming business, master a mindset for success, and achieve the lifestyle they desire through heart-fueled leadership. Her series of interactive, performance-based classes at U & Improved take leadership development to new heights using a sustainable and actionable model that is personal, challenging and meaningful to each attendee. Classes cover a variety of important workplace topics including communication, confidence-building, goal-setting, team collaboration, integrity and leadership. The curriculum is adaptable and can include anything from a one-day workshop or corporate speaking engagement to their series of four award winning classes – each two-and-a-half day experiential leadership development courses – that focus on leadership, communication, team building and trust. Graduates are empowered with the knowledge, tools and awareness to immediately be more effective and responsive leaders at work, at home and within their communities. In addition to helping Fortune 100 leaders, entrepreneurs and their teams see measurable success, Jodi also launched a teen leadership program, called U the Teen Leader, in 2014 to empower young adults to become more confident, motivated and focused future leaders. And in 2016, she founded a non-profit arm of the company—the U & Improved Leadership Foundation—which makes the program more accessible to deserving teens by offering partial and full scholarships to the U The Teen Leader class offered at U & Improved. U & Improved (https://www.uandimproved.com/) is an award-winning leadership development company that empowers people to create the personal and professional lives that they envision and deserve! Follow U & Improved on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/2968727), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/UandImproved), Twitter (https://twitter.com/UandImproved) and Instagram (https://instagram.com/uandimproved/). About Our People + Profit Co-Hosts Sarah McCraren is an Arizona native with a strong sense of community. Sarah spent many years in the corporate finance world specializing in the operational analysis, measurement and accountability systems, project management and software implementations. However, Sarah wanted to do work which was meaningful and would positively impact her community. She found that saving lives and reducing injuries through comprehensive safety programs fit that bill. Sarah currently leads the McCraren Compliance team by keeping everyone focused on their primary purpose, creating workplaces where we all watch out for each other, and balancing the needs of all their stakeholders. Sarah serves on the Boards for Conscious Capitalism Arizona and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration Tucson Chapter, and is also active with the Arizona Builders Alliance, Arizona Rock Products Association , Arizona Transportation Builders and Women in Mining Az. Sarah McCraren Part of an Awesome Team www.McCrarenCompliance.com (http://www.mccrarencompliance.com/) Creating Workplaces Where We All Watch Out for Each Other Jeremy Neis is an Investment Advisor with Retirement Evolutions and a small business operator fueled by the desire to enrich the life experience. He grew up in the Chicago area and chased the sun to get a degree at the University of Arizona in human and organizational communications. After doing so, he returned to Illinois where over the next 15 years he would find joy in co-launching and growing a technology solutions company and establishing a family. In 2014 he returned to the desert to join his current venture, Retirement Evolutions, where his focuses are: (1) Conduct planning with individuals and families so that they can maximize the likelihood of leading secure and comfortable retirements. (2) Through the business services arm, Resourceful, empower business leaders to care for the people that they will rely upon to be thriving, sustainable organizations. Jeremy is a proud contributor to the Conscious Capitalism movement as he views it as a powerful vehicle to bring about greater prosperity and reduced suffering for our human family. Over his career he has had the privilege to work closely with hundreds of different enterprises across many markets and industries. A common theme emerges among those firms that he’s seen excel and that is to be great not just with what they are bringing to market, but also with the manner in which they are doing so. The post Interview with Laura Hall of WHYZ Partners & Jodi Low of U & Improved – Episode 5 of People + Profit Show (https://ccarizona.org/podcast-laura-hall-whyz-partners-jodi-low-uimproved-episode-5/) appeared first on Conscious Capitalism Arizona (https://ccarizona.org).

7. 

   24 Nov 2020

   Interview with Brett Farmiloe of Markitors & Brian Stinson of The Peak Fleet – Episode 4 of People + Profit Show

   All About Values: Markitors and PEAK Fleet E4 This was an empowering conversation of two companies leading by example and continuing to grow through the pandemic. We seem to hear too many stories about companies not making it through the pandemic, but this is not that story. These two companies are taking advantage of the opportunity to grow and expand beyond their original coverage area as well as saving budget by supporting their staff working at home. Brian and Brett discuss values, communication with staff, growing culture, diversity on teams, and kindness not getting confused with weakness. Are you growing a conscious company during a pandemic? Are you needing to take care of your stakeholders during this crazy time? Are you interested in developing your company’s core values? Are you interested in working with an SEO to help your company grow? Are you interested in conscious capitalism and how it aligns with your company? All of these are great reasons to listen in! The PEAK Fleet (https://www.thepeakfleet.com/) is in the business of organizational development. Their mission is to “Help organizations succeed by creating an engaged workforce that thrives together.” A values-based company, The PEAK Fleet was founded on four values they believe essential to any organization: Persistence, Empathy, Authenticity and Kindness. These PEAK Values® are embedded in all of their offerings and guides the approach they take for each client engagement. PEAK Fleet Co-Founder, Brian Stinson, brings a diverse background in engineering and people systems expertise. During his 21 years at Intel, he learned to combine the science of data and analytics with the power of empathy and authentic relationships to effectively solve real-world business problems. In his last role with the company, Brian was responsible for the Workforce Strategy for Intel’s 60 00-person worldwide IT organization. While in this role, he decided that the balance of his career would be dedicated to Organizational Development. For Brian, launching The PEAK Fleet represented an opportunity to help the greatest number of organizations unlock their full potential. Follow The PEAK Fleet on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-peak-fleet), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thepeakfleet), and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thepeakfleet/). Markitors (https://markitors.com/) is an SEO company for small businesses. Voted a Best Place to Work three years in a row, the mission of Markitors is to connect small businesses with customers, and have a good time doing it. Brett Farmiloe is the Founder & CEO of Markitors (https://markitors.com/), an SEO company for small businesses. He is a frequent contributor to Forbes, Business Journal, and more outlets on the topics of marketing, careers, and entrepreneurship. He is also the Founder of Terkel, a knowledge platform the creates community-driven content featuring expert insights. Connect with Brett on LinkedIn (https://linkedin.com/in/brettfarmiloe) and follow Markitors on Twitter (http://twitter.com/markitors). About Our People + Profit Co-Hosts Sarah McCraren is an Arizona native with a strong sense of community. Sarah spent many years in the corporate finance world specializing in the operational analysis, measurement and accountability systems, project management and software implementations. However, Sarah wanted to do work which was meaningful and would positively impact her community. She found that saving lives and reducing injuries through comprehensive safety programs fit that bill. Sarah currently leads the McCraren Compliance team by keeping everyone focused on their primary purpose, creating workplaces where we all watch out for each other, and balancing the needs of all their stakeholders. Sarah serves on the Boards for Conscious Capitalism Arizona and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration Tucson Chapter, and is also active with the Arizona Builders Alliance, Arizona Rock Products Association , Arizona Transportation Builders and Women in Mining Az. Sarah McCraren Part of an Awesome Team www.McCrarenCompliance.com (http://www.mccrarencompliance.com/) Creating Workplaces Where We All Watch Out for Each Other Jeremy Neis is an Investment Advisor with Retirement Evolutions and a small business operator fueled by the desire to enrich the life experience. He grew up in the Chicago area and chased the sun to get a degree at the University of Arizona in human and organizational communications. After doing so, he returned to Illinois where over the next 15 years he would find joy in co-launching and growing a technology solutions company and establishing a family. In 2014 he returned to the desert to join his current venture, Retirement Evolutions, where his focuses are: (1) Conduct planning with individuals and families so that they can maximize the likelihood of leading secure and comfortable retirements. (2) Through the business services arm, Resourceful, empower business leaders to care for the people that they will rely upon to be thriving, sustainable organizations. Jeremy is a proud contributor to the Conscious Capitalism movement as he views it as a powerful vehicle to bring about greater prosperity and reduced suffering for our human family. Over his career he has had the privilege to work closely with hundreds of different enterprises across many markets and industries. A common theme emerges among those firms that he’s seen excel and that is to be great not just with what they are bringing to market, but also with the manner in which they are doing so. The post Interview with Brett Farmiloe of Markitors & Brian Stinson of The Peak Fleet – Episode 4 of People + Profit Show (https://ccarizona.org/podcast-brett-farmiloe-markitors-brian-stinson-peak-fleet-episode-4/) appeared first on Conscious Capitalism Arizona (https://ccarizona.org).

8. 

   29 Oct 2020

   Interview with Randy Gibb of Grand Canyon University – Episode 3 of People + Profit Show

   Spreading Seeds of Conscious Business Practices – Episode 3 Randy Gibb has been a strong supporter of Conscious Capitalism for years with his role at GCU and through his support to the CCAZ chapter as a board member. This episode takes a deep dive into the passion that he has brought to the community that highlights the values of Conscious Capitalism. It’s not about the name, it is about the movement and the cause. GCU is sure to teach the Conscious Capitalism movement even if the name can be perceived wrong as well. Randy Gibb, the Dean of the Colangelo College of Business. GCU has gone beyond just teaching one simple course about Conscious Capitalism, it is integrated into 16 different courses, both undergrad and graduate classes. They have determined how to lead a business college while also inspiring students to be in the business college. This show is for listeners at all levels that are interested in conscious business. GCU is raising up an entire community while instilling the values and methods of doing good business to their students. They are leading the path for teaching business in a way that builds a better future for everyone. Randy Gibb is Dean of the Colangelo College of Business at Grand Canyon University (GCU) (https://www.gcu.edu/colangelo-college-of-business.php), Phoenix, AZ. Under his leadership since 2014, the business college has moved forward with the vision of Inspiring Free Markets and Purpose for Prosperity, Business as a Force for Good and Business as Ministry. He serves on the Board of the AZ Chapter Conscious Capitalism and the Governor appointed Arizona Workforce Council. Prior to GCU Randy was at Arizona State University as an Associate Professor and Chair of the Human & Environmental Systems Department. Before transitioning to Arizona higher educational leadership positions, Randy served 26 years in the United States Air Force. His leadership experiences consisted of commanding two US Air Force flying organizations, leading the US Air Force Academy’s Behavioral Science & Leadership Department, and was a Senior Military Professor at the Air Force Institute of Technology in Dayton, OH, working human systems integration. Randy has extensive experience in operational leadership, leadership development, organizational change, business development, teaching, and coaching. Randy has published and presented in various aviation/academic journals and conferences on topics of aviation safety and human factors engineering. He completed his Air Force career in 2012 as a full Colonel and Command Pilot. Originally from Stevens Point, WI, Randy was a Distinguished Graduate from the US Air Force Academy in 1986. Randy was team captain of the 1986 National Collegiate Boxing Association championship team and was an individual national champion at 147 lbs. He earned his PhD and Master of Science in Engineering from Arizona State University in Industrial Engineering – Human Factors. He also has a Master of Arts from the US Naval Command & Staff College in Newport, RI. Randy and his wife, Jill, have been married for 30 years and have four children. Follow Grand Canyon University on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/school/grand-canyon-university/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/gcu) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/GrandCanyonU). About Our People + Profit Co-Hosts Sarah McCraren is an Arizona native with a strong sense of community. Sarah spent many years in the corporate finance world specializing in the operational analysis, measurement and accountability systems, project management and software implementations. However, Sarah wanted to do work which was meaningful and would positively impact her community. She found that saving lives and reducing injuries through comprehensive safety programs fit that bill. Sarah currently leads the McCraren Compliance team by keeping everyone focused on their primary purpose, creating workplaces where we all watch out for each other, and balancing the needs of all their stakeholders. Sarah serves on the Boards for Conscious Capitalism Arizona and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration Tucson Chapter, and is also active with the Arizona Builders Alliance, Arizona Rock Products Association , Arizona Transportation Builders and Women in Mining Az. Sarah McCraren Part of an Awesome Team www.McCrarenCompliance.com (http://www.mccrarencompliance.com/) Creating Workplaces Where We All Watch Out for Each Other Jeremy Neis is an Investment Advisor with Retirement Evolutions and a small business operator fueled by the desire to enrich the life experience. He grew up in the Chicago area and chased the sun to get a degree at the University of Arizona in human and organizational communications. After doing so, he returned to Illinois where over the next 15 years he would find joy in co-launching and growing a technology solutions company and establishing a family. In 2014 he returned to the desert to join his current venture, Retirement Evolutions, where his focuses are: (1) Conduct planning with individuals and families so that they can maximize the likelihood of leading secure and comfortable retirements. (2) Through the business services arm, Resourceful, empower business leaders to care for the people that they will rely upon to be thriving, sustainable organizations. Jeremy is a proud contributor to the Conscious Capitalism movement as he views it as a powerful vehicle to bring about greater prosperity and reduced suffering for our human family. Over his career he has had the privilege to work closely with hundreds of different enterprises across many markets and industries. A common theme emerges among those firms that he’s seen excel and that is to be great not just with what they are bringing to market, but also with the manner in which they are doing so. The post Interview with Randy Gibb of Grand Canyon University – Episode 3 of People + Profit Show (https://ccarizona.org/randy-gibb-gcu-podcast-episode-3-conscious-capitalism/) appeared first on Conscious Capitalism Arizona (https://ccarizona.org).

9. 

   30 Sept 2020

   Interview with Payton LaCivita of Ko-Pack and Denis Leclerc of Truce – Episode 2 of People + Profit Show

   Conscious and Supportive Growth Even Through a Pandemic E2 KO-Pack and Truce are both great examples of companies that are growing and still managing to give back to the community. They are both companies that are striving to align their mission and values through their employees and the companies they work with. They are striving for growth in a way that is methodical, supportive, and conscious. “We do things now so we can do greater things later.” Payton Listeners should tune into this episode if they are growing a business and want to grow in a way that supports other companies and the community along the way. Even if you do not have your own business, you can still learn from these two and the way they have grown consciously, even thru the pandemic. It is not always about the competition- “It you help them and they grow, then you grow.” KO-Pack (https://www.kopack.us/) exists because as experienced brand builders, manufacturers, entrepreneurs, salesmen, and investors – the founders saw a massive need. So many companies start because of a great idea, product, and brand but often fail because they don’t always know what they don’t know. After walking the path for so long and riding that roller coaster, the KO-Pack Partners have learned a thing or two… and they want to pass that experience on to their clients. By eliminating the learning curve and offering affordable and scalable solutions, KO-Pack can walk you down the path to however you define success. If you need help with launching an idea or are scrambling to keep up with orders or need to reduce your overhead as you seek your next round of funding then let KO-Pack be your guide. Payton LaCivita is a true entrepreneur at heart. Starting even in High School, Payton has always been working towards starting a new business. In College, he built and sold his first ecommerce store. During this time he also helped his family run the local restaurant business which now has four Arizona Valley locations. Soon after that he became the co-founder of MiaBella Foods where he become category leader for his gourmet products in over 100 grocery stores and the #1 Best Seller on Amazon. He took that knowledge and started an Amazon consulting company and a fulfillment service for his clients which after three years has grown into KO-Pack – a contract manufacturing and packaging company that helps businesses of all sizes through all steps of the supply chain. Follow KO-Pack on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/ko-pack) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kopack.us/). Truce (https://www.truceclean.com/) develops, manufactures and sells 100% nontoxic cleaning products, pet products and personal products. Their mission is to provide people with peace of mind by helping them rid their homes and lives of harmful chemicals. Truce uses traditional ingredients that have been used for generations to clean their homes and environments: olive oil, vinegar, rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, salt, baking soda, and essential oils. Truce products are available online and in local grocery stores. They recently developed a product that removes chalk buildup from gymnastic mats safely and thoroughly with no harmful chemicals, making gymnastic studios safe for children and adults. Truce was created in the 900 sq ft backhouse on Diann’s property and grew there for over 6 years. The company now occupies 2200 sq ft of co-manufacturing warehouse space in Tempe. Truce is committed to maintaining the smallest carbon footprint possible and sources all ingredients in the USA. A Green America Approved Business, Truce is Gold Level. Environmental Working Group (ewg.org) has ranked Truce products ‘A’. Denis Leclerc was born in France and came to Arizona State University for graduate study. He earned his PhD in cross cultural communication. He has been a professor for 27 years, first at ASU, then at Thunderbird School of Global Management for 17 years. Denis has been the CEO of Truce since 2013. Denis and Diann have lived in their home for 30 years, nestled in a permaculture garden with fruit trees, 6 hens, a koi fish pond, and 3 rescue dogs. Follow Truce on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/truceclean/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/truceclean/). About Our People + Profit Co-Hosts Sarah McCraren is an Arizona native with a strong sense of community. Sarah spent many years in the corporate finance world specializing in the operational analysis, measurement and accountability systems, project management and software implementations. However, Sarah wanted to do work which was meaningful and would positively impact her community. She found that saving lives and reducing injuries through comprehensive safety programs fit that bill. Sarah currently leads the McCraren Compliance team by keeping everyone focused on their primary purpose, creating workplaces where we all watch out for each other, and balancing the needs of all their stakeholders. Sarah serves on the Boards for Conscious Capitalism Arizona and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration Tucson Chapter, and is also active with the Arizona Builders Alliance, Arizona Rock Products Association , Arizona Transportation Builders and Women in Mining Az. Sarah McCraren Part of an Awesome Team www.McCrarenCompliance.com (http://www.mccrarencompliance.com/) Creating Workplaces Where We All Watch Out for Each Other Jeremy Neis is an Investment Advisor with Retirement Evolutions and a small business operator fueled by the desire to enrich the life experience. He grew up in the Chicago area and chased the sun to get a degree at the University of Arizona in human and organizational communications. After doing so, he returned to Illinois where over the next 15 years he would find joy in co-launching and growing a technology solutions company and establishing a family. In 2014 he returned to the desert to join his current venture, Retirement Evolutions, where his focuses are: (1) Conduct planning with individuals and families so that they can maximize the likelihood of leading secure and comfortable retirements. (2) Through the business services arm, Resourceful, empower business leaders to care for the people that they will rely upon to be thriving, sustainable organizations. Jeremy is a proud contributor to the Conscious Capitalism movement as he views it as a powerful vehicle to bring about greater prosperity and reduced suffering for our human family. Over his career he has had the privilege to work closely with hundreds of different enterprises across many markets and industries. A common theme emerges among those firms that he’s seen excel and that is to be great not just with what they are bringing to market, but also with the manner in which they are doing so. The post Interview with Payton LaCivita of Ko-Pack and Denis Leclerc of Truce – Episode 2 of People + Profit Show (https://ccarizona.org/interview-with-payton-lacivita-of-ko-pack-and-denis-leclerc-of-truce-episode-2-of-people-profit-show/) appeared first on Conscious Capitalism Arizona (https://ccarizona.org).

10. 

    27 Aug 2020

    Interview with Andy Shirk – EVP of ESI – Episode 1 of People + Profit Show

    This could not have been a better start to the launch of the new CCAZ Podcast- People and Profit- Elevating Humanity through business. Andy Shirk, the Executive Vice President of ESI, was an absolute delight to have on the show. Not only do the listeners have the chance to learn about ESI and what the company does, but we have the opportunity to learn about Andy Shirk and his connection and growth. Andy has had many years advising with a few companies in the valley before leading to his current role. We had the chance to learn about Andy and the journey that he has had with Conscious Capitalism and how that journey let him to his role with ESI. ESI is about more than just placing substitute teachers in needed roles. Through the conversation, as well as the Conscious Capitalism Stakeholder image in the background of Andy’s office, we are able to gain an insight on the company and how they align with the CCAZ movement. About Our Guest Educational Services Inc. (ESI) (https://www.educationalservicesinc.com/) is the leading provider of employee staffing solutions for Arizona school districts, as well as assisting governments and colleges. Founded in 1999 by three educators, ESI has a passion for helping people and making a positive impact in education. ESI’s featured services include Arizona’s premier return-to-work program known as RetireRehire, its SubSource program, the largest substitute staffing program in the state, and International TeachAlliance, an innovative teacher cultural exchange program. Andy Shirk is the Executive Vice President of ESI, delighted to lead a company aligned with the principle of Conscious Capitalism and supporter of Local First Arizona. Prior to joining ESI, Andy lead TrueRoots Development for 7 years advising business owners throughout the Valley. Kindness, curiosity and wisdom are his core values. His greatest joy is serving people with warmth and compassion which is the bedrock of his career. Whether as a business leader or playing upright bass in the local music scene, Andy genuinely loves to create the setting for others to shine. Follow ESI on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/esi), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/EduServicesInc), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EduServicesInc) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/eduservicesinc/?hl=en). About Our People + Profit Co-Hosts Sarah McCraren is an Arizona native with a strong sense of community. Sarah spent many years in the corporate finance world specializing in the operational analysis, measurement and accountability systems, project management and software implementations. However, Sarah wanted to do work which was meaningful and would positively impact her community. She found that saving lives and reducing injuries through comprehensive safety programs fit that bill. Sarah currently leads the McCraren Compliance team by keeping everyone focused on their primary purpose, creating workplaces where we all watch out for each other, and balancing the needs of all their stakeholders. Sarah serves on the Boards for Conscious Capitalism Arizona and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration Tucson Chapter, and is also active with the Arizona Builders Alliance, Arizona Rock Products Association , Arizona Transportation Builders and Women in Mining Az. Sarah McCraren Part of an Awesome Team www.McCrarenCompliance.com (http://www.mccrarencompliance.com/) Creating Workplaces Where We All Watch Out for Each Other Jeremy Neis is an Investment Advisor with Retirement Evolutions and a small business operator fueled by the desire to enrich the life experience. He grew up in the Chicago area and chased the sun to get a degree at the University of Arizona in human and organizational communications. After doing so, he returned to Illinois where over the next 15 years he would find joy in co-launching and growing a technology solutions company and establishing a family. In 2014 he returned to the desert to join his current venture, Retirement Evolutions, where his focuses are: (1) Conduct planning with individuals and families so that they can maximize the likelihood of leading secure and comfortable retirements. (2) Through the business services arm, Resourceful, empower business leaders to care for the people that they will rely upon to be thriving, sustainable organizations. Jeremy is a proud contributor to the Conscious Capitalism movement as he views it as a powerful vehicle to bring about greater prosperity and reduced suffering for our human family. Over his career he has had the privilege to work closely with hundreds of different enterprises across many markets and industries. A common theme emerges among those firms that he’s seen excel and that is to be great not just with what they are bringing to market, but also with the manner in which they are doing so. The post Interview with Andy Shirk – EVP of ESI – Episode 1 of People + Profit Show (https://ccarizona.org/interview-with-andy-shirk-evp-of-esi-episode-1-of-people-profit-show/) appeared first on Conscious Capitalism Arizona (https://ccarizona.org).

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