Chamber Podcast

The aim of the Tallahassee Business Podcast is to introduce you to the influencers and key topics that affect daily life in the great city of Tallahassee. The podcast will give our audience a unique and entertaining insight into the life of business leaders, change-makers, and community members.

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Ep. 137 – Unveiling Littles to Leaders with Brooke Brunner, Director of Early Childhood Programs, Leon County Schools

Did you know that 90% of brain development happens from ages 0 to 5? This means a child’s brain is almost fully developed before they enter kindergarten. In Tallahassee, our kindergarten readiness rate is at an alarming 49%. This means over half of our children who are entering kindergarten are not adequately prepared to adapt […]

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Ep. 136 – Busting Myths about Financial Planning and Finding Your ”Why” Behind Your ”What”, William Green & Robbie Kinney, MillCreek Financial Consultants

According to Forbes in 2022, only 23% of Americans had a written financial plan, while 37% had done no financial planning at all. It is a common misconception that you need to have a lot of money or be a business owner to seek out financial planning services and this could not be further from […]

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Ep. 135 – Ensuring a Solid Talent Pipeline for our Community and Experiencing Leadership Tallahassee with Dan McGrew, Workforce Program Development Senior Vice President, CareerSource Florida

On this episode of the Tallahassee Business Podcast, presented by MillCreek Financial Consultants, Dan McGrew, Workforce Program Development Senior Vice President of CareerSource Florida and Leadership Tallahassee Chair joins us to elaborate on the benefits provided throughout the CareerSource network. CareerSource Florida offers an integrated talent support solution to help businesses find, develop, and keep talented […]

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Ep. 134 – How Would YOU Advance TLH?

When the Tallahassee Chamber was established 100 years ago, we had a vision for our great city. Now, it’s time for us to come together and envision where we go next. On this week’s episode, sponsored by MillCreek Financial Consultants, we sit down with Terrie Ard, President and Partner of The Moore Agency and Chamber […]

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Ep. 133 – Bringing Down the Walls Between Small Businesses and Access to Capital, Mark Kruse, Florida First Capital

With a constant flow of new businesses entering the market, it is important for small business owners to know their options in Tallahassee. Each day, the Tallahassee Chamber advances opportunities that encourage business expansion, retention, and recruitment while supporting business-friendly initiatives. Florida First Capital is licensed by the Small Business Administration (SBA) as Florida’s Statewide […]

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Ep. 132 – Business Advocacy: Collaboration is Key to Community Improvement, Rob Clarke, Shareholder, Ausley McMullen and Chamber Chair-Elect/Business Advocacy Committee Chair

The Tallahassee Chamber is dedicated to improving the quality of life for our community, but what does this look like? Our focus is creating a strong regional economy by following a pro-job agenda that will foster growth in the areas of talent supply and education; innovation and economic development; community prosperity; and overall business climate. […]

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Ep. 131 Family-Friendly Work Policies a Win for Businesses, Families, and the Future, Madeleine Thakur, Children’s Movement of Florida and Michelle Ubben, Sachs Media

Research shows that higher kindergarten readiness rates translate into better life and health outcomes for children and lower crime rates in our communities. They also keep Florida businesses and workplaces competitive. The Children’s Movement of Florida’s ‘Bosses for Babies’ initiative helps employers implement work policies beneficial to businesses and working parents. On this week’s episode […]

Read More… from Ep. 131 Family-Friendly Work Policies a Win for Businesses, Families, and the Future, Madeleine Thakur, Children’s Movement of Florida and Michelle Ubben, Sachs Media

Ep. 129 Being Mindful of Mental Health, Dr. Jay Reeve, Apalachee Center

In 2018, following the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, the Florida Legislature created the Public Safety Act, allowing organizations like the Apalachee Center to partner with local law enforcement in creating Mobile Response Teams (MRT). […]

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Ep. 128 Live Local Act: What Does it Mean For Businesses? Marco Paredes, Stearns Weaver Miller

While Florida has been experiencing an increase in new residents and demand for real estate over the past few years, the state has seen a dwindling availability of affordable and workforce housing. On March 29, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 102—the Live Local Act—to provide developers with incentives to construct affordable and workforce housing […]

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Ep. 127 Equipping and Enriching our Local Young Professionals, Jason Hollister, Indoor Environmental Management

In addition to the jam-packed agenda full of workshops and a keynote speaker, Access Tallahassee will also recognize five local up-and-coming leaders for their contributions to our community. […]

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Ep. 126 – Teacher Turned Entrepreneur Provides an Alternative Approach to Wellness, Ashley Guy, Tallulah CBD Mushrooms THC

Without a business background, Ashley took a leap of faith into the CBD market that has blossomed into a wide array of wellness products that can be found at one of the multiple Tallulah storefronts in Tallahassee. […]

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Ep. 125 – Fighting Food Insecurity One Meal at a Time, Monique Ellsworth, Second Harvest of the Big Bend

Tune in as she shares more about the innovative programs Second Harvest is implementing to battle food insecurity and how her team of only 40, makes it all happen. […]

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Ep. 124 Ready for Takeoff: Updates and Announcements out of TLH, David Pollard, Director of Aviation

If you’ve flown through the Tallahassee International Airport lately, you’ve probably noticed a lot happening – updated TSA security scanners, renovations to the terminals, and even a new Dunkin’ Donuts opening soon. But the most recent update might be the most important to local air travelers. […]

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Ep. 122 – Visit Tallahassee’s Big Plans for the Community’s Bicentennial Anniversary, Kerri Post, Director of Tourism

In the midst of our celebration this year for the Chamber’s 100th Anniversary, we’re already looking ahead to another major milestone for the entire community. In 2024, Tallahassee-Leon County will celebrate its bicentennial. […]

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Ep. 120 – Without Business, There is No Community, Sammie Dixon, 2022 Chamber Board Chair

Sammie shares some of his fondest moments as Chair and some of the successes we’ve had under his leadership. We hope you’ll tune in for Sammie’s farewell and learn more about the great work being done by your Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce. […]

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Ep. 118 Tallahassee Startup Week – Celebrating the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in the Capital City

Following a dream and starting a business is a brave task that not many take on. But it is the risk-takers and innovators introducing new technologies, products, and services that create jobs, and change the economic landscape for the future. […]

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