Solutions by Christin - Leadership in the Hospitality Industry E51

In this episode of Arizona Good Business, host Thomas Barr sits down with Christin Marvin, the founder of Solutions by Christin, to discuss her inspiring journey from the restaurant industry to entrepreneurship. Christin shares her story, starting as a line cook at 15 years old and rising to managing partner in independent restaurants. After experiencing burnout, she and her husband moved to Tucson, where they redefined their lives, leading Christin to establish her own company focused on leadership development in the hospitality industry.

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Opportunity for All: Building Opportunities for Entrepreneurs E50

In this episode of AZ Good Business, Thomas Barr is joined by Whitney Yang, and Andrew Wong, co-founders of the Bambi Fund. They discuss the nonprofit’s mission to support historically excluded communities, including LGBTQ individuals and the formerly incarcerated, by providing them with opportunities and resources to start a successful business. They share their motivations, with Whitney focusing on the importance of understanding racial justice and the impact of mass incarceration in Arizona. Andrew is inspired to utilize his design background to help individuals succeed through the Bambi Fund’s Hustle House program, which provides entrepreneurship training for formerly incarcerated individuals.

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People First to Build Great Businesses E49

Thomas and Niki also explore the challenges and opportunities businesses face today, from navigating compliance to advocating for equitable practices. Niki emphasizes the importance of employee-centered approaches, especially in the evolving landscape of remote work, and ends with a powerful message: “Get out there and be good to people.”

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A Highlight of Arizona’s Craft Beer Industry E48

In the latest Arizona Good Business Radio episode, Thomas Barr explores Arizona’s craft beer scene with Cale Aylsworth with OHSO Brewery + Distillery, Andrew Bauman from the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, and Brad Miles from Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company.

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Back to Basics: Financial Readiness and Well-Being for Small Businesses

Regardless of the stage your company is in, all small businesses need to have a strong financial plan that is consistently evaluated for longevity and is appropriately crafted. Are you prepared for your next stage of growth to pursue a business loan? Are your business expenses accurately accounted for? Is your company ready for the ebbs and flows of revenue streams annually?

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Rural Business Workshop: But it’s Local SEO!

Are you a rural-based business in Arizona looking to drive new customers and clients, grow your presence online, and maximize your time? Local First Arizona has crafted a network of the best rural-based marketing and business development companies to deliver education, trainings and exclusive services for you.

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Arizona Economic Resource Center Funding Workshop: Foundations

To help rural and tribal communities and nonprofits know all they can about what funders look for in the grant applications they review and the projects they fund, the Arizona Economic Resource Center is launching a new quarterly webinar series. Hear directly from funders of some of the most popular grants and programs with Resource Center clients and ask them questions during these moderated virtual sessions.

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Your Business Can Grow with Local SEO! E47

In this interview, you’ll hear incredible success stories from LocalFi’s portfolio, like Flancer’s, which thrived during the pandemic, and the nonprofit One Tree Planted, which saw a significant boost in donations and tree plantings thanks to an optimized online presence. Get practical SEO tips for your small business, from optimizing Google My Business profiles to creating compelling content.

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Drink Me! Tea Room - Fund Your Business for the Future E46

Drink Me! Tea Room is a modern take on traditional Afternoon Tea. We offer plant-based, gluten-free and allergy friendly sweets and savories accompanied by premium organic tea and hand crafted cocktails. We focus on providing an unforgettable customer experience with attention paid to all the little details.

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How to Build a Successful Content Strategy

This workshop includes an in-depth discussions on Mission and Vision Statements, Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators, Personas, Messaging Tone and Cadence, and other important areas every small business needs to develop to have a smart marketing strategy. Viewers benefit from the virtual presentation and will also receive a copy of the workshop material and content strategy templates to use for your business.

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TEST Safety First, Success Second - Assessing Your Business Basics (Copy)

Most business owners would love to see a big boost in sales. At least hypothetically. But are you ready for success? Do you have a stable foundation? Hiring marketing help can be like adding a motor to your mountain bike, but if your bike is pointed towards a canyon edge or has a loose axle, that boost could lead to a crash. In this session we'll do a quick safety check on the fundamentals of your business and dive into what else you can do with your team before you invest in marketing or take on investment.

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Safety First, Success Second - Assessing Your Business Basics

Most business owners would love to see a big boost in sales. At least hypothetically. But are you ready for success? Do you have a stable foundation? Hiring marketing help can be like adding a motor to your mountain bike, but if your bike is pointed towards a canyon edge or has a loose axle, that boost could lead to a crash. In this session we'll do a quick safety check on the fundamentals of your business and dive into what else you can do with your team before you invest in marketing or take on investment.

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The Blueprint for Business: Navigating Essential Legal Documents

In-depth presentation to understand the crucial legal documents needed for small businesses, from their inception to everyday operations. We will discuss key contracts, intellectual property rights, and more, providing you with the knowledge to confidently manage the legal aspects of your business and set a strong foundation for success.

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