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Join Gina Yager, founder and director of Las Vegas-based, award-winning PR and marketing agency GYC Vegas, as she sits down with local professionals to explore the stories behind their businesses.
At GYC Vegas, we believe every company has a unique tale to tell, and we’re passionate about helping businesses get the recognition they deserve. On Get Your Chat on with GYC Vegas, we’ll dive into the insights and perspectives of a variety of Las Vegas-based organizations - from their origin and mission to the realities of operating in this dynamic market.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, or just curious about the local professional landscape, tune in to get an inside look at the diverse companies shaping the vibrant business community of Las Vegas. Get ready to get your chat on!
At GYC Vegas, we believe every company has a unique tale to tell, and we’re passionate about helping businesses get the recognition they deserve. On Get Your Chat on with GYC Vegas, we’ll dive into the insights and perspectives of a variety of Las Vegas-based organizations - from their origin and mission to the realities of operating in this dynamic market.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, or just curious about the local professional landscape, tune in to get an inside look at the diverse companies shaping the vibrant business community of Las Vegas. Get ready to get your chat on!
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Gina Yager, founder & director of GYC Vegas, shares a little about GYC Vegas, the company’s passion and its newest podcast, “Get Your Chat On with GYC Vegas.” Join Gina each week as she gets her chat on with local professionals to uncover the unique stories behind their Las Vegas businesses. Each episode dives deep into an organization's origin, mission, the realities of thriving in this dynamic market, and features a fun "Doing Business in Vegas" segment.
In this inaugural episode, host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Maribel Garcia, Executive Director of the Nevada Blind Children's Foundation. They discuss the organization's mission, programs, and community engagement efforts to support children who are blind or visually impaired. Maribel shares insights into adapting to change, exciting upcoming initiatives, and her passion for the work.
Learn more about Nevada Blind Children's Foundation at www.nvblindchildren.org
Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Gary Thompson, Attorney and Candidate for Justice of the Peace, Henderson Justice Court, Dept. 1. They discuss Gary's background, his inspiration for practicing law, and his motivation for running for the judicial position. Gary shares his mission and values, how he stays adaptable to change, and his community involvement efforts. He also offers advice for new entrepreneurs and teases an exciting project he's currently working on.
Learn more about Gary Thompson at electgarythompson.com.
Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Kate Porter, Co-Executive Director of the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, learning all about the museum's mission, how they’re staying adaptable to change, and current community engagement initiatives. Kate reveals the most exciting project they're working on and what's on the horizon for the museum.
Learn more about the Las Vegas Natural History Museum at www.LVNHM.org
Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Carl May, Director of Flight Operations at All In Aviation. Learn all about the company, its programs and Carl's role, how they stay innovative in a changing world, and what drew Carl from Phoenix to join All In Aviation in Las Vegas. Carl offers advice for aspiring pilots and teases an exciting project he's currently working on.
Learn more about All In Aviation at www.allinaviation.com.
Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Nick Cope, Real Estate Advisor for Team Farnham, Fiv Realty. Nick discusses his journey from the nightlife industry to real estate, his mission and values as a realtor, and how he embraces innovation in a changing market. Nick also shares what he loves about his job, insights into giving back to the Las Vegas community, and advice for new entrepreneurs.
Learn more about Team Farnham at www.teamfarnham.com.
Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with podcast partner Coby Sherlock, the Producing Branch Leader & Loan Officer with The Sherlock Team at CrossCountry Mortgage. Coby shares the inspiration behind starting his own mortgage company, its core mission, community giveback efforts, and advice for new entrepreneurs. He discusses embracing innovation, an exciting current project, and what he loves about his job.
Learn more about The Sherlock Team at www.thesherlockteam.com
Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Rhonda Sciortino, author, advocate, and founder of the Prevent Child Trafficking Vegas Community Initiative. Rhonda reveals how she discovered her calling to serve others, key career milestones, and motivating factors. She discusses pushing boundaries, valuable entrepreneurial lessons, and shares how to get involved with Prevent Child Trafficking Vegas.
Learn more about the initiative at preventchildtrafficking.vegas
Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Britt Whalen, CEO of La Critique, a Concierge & Hospitality Consulting Firm. Britt shares how she realized her true calling, key milestones that shaped her career, and the driving mission behind her work. She discusses motivating factors, giving back to the Las Vegas community, pushing boundaries, and valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Learn more about La Critique at www.lacritiquelv.com.
Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Devonte Woodson, Co-Founder of Greater Youth Sports Association, a nonprofit empowering at-risk youth through sports and mentorship. Devonte discusses the organization's community impact, his journey to this calling, and the mission fueling his work. He shares motivating factors, how he pushes boundaries, and advice for new entrepreneurs.
Learn more about Greater Youth Sports Association at greateryouthsportsnv.org.
Gina Yager gets her chat on with Mike Cruz, Chief Operations Officer of Dee For Dentist, a leading dental practice with two Las Vegas locations. Mike discusses what makes their practice unique, his journey from small business owner to dental practice COO, and how he discovered his calling in dentistry alongside his wife. He shares insights on their driving mission, daily motivations, and how they push boundaries in dental care. Mike also touches on their community involvement, offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs and career-pivoters, and provides a glimpse into upcoming innovations at Dee For Dentist.
Learn more about Dee for Dentist at www.deefordentist.com.
Gina Yager gets her chat on with Cindy Goussak, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Collaboration Center, a nonprofit serving individuals and families impacted by intellectual, developmental, physical, and learning disabilities. Cindy discusses the organization's comprehensive services, her journey to co-founding the center, and the mission driving their work. She shares insights on what motivates her daily, how the Collaboration Center pushes boundaries in disability support, offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, and a glimpse into upcoming initiatives and programs.
Learn more about the Collaboration Center at www.collablv.org
Gina Yager gets her chat on with Scott Muelrath, President & CEO of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce. Scott discusses the Chamber's services and how it supports its members, his journey to leading the organization, and how he discovered his calling in chamber leadership. He shares insights on the driving mission behind his work, what motivates him daily, and the Chamber's community involvement. Scott also offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs and career-pivoters, drawing from his experience in significantly expanding the Chamber's membership and budget. The conversation highlights Scott's numerous accolades and provides a glimpse into upcoming initiatives, partnerships, and events at the Henderson Chamber of Commerce.
Learn more about the Henderson Chamber of Commerce at www.hendersonchamber.com.
Gina Yager gets her chat on with Lisa Holmquist, Founder & CEO of Down Syndrome Connections Las Vegas. They discuss the crucial support provided to the Down syndrome community, including comprehensive services offered by the organization, key milestones in its development, and the upcoming DS>>>CONNECT24 conference. Lisa Holmquist also shares valuable lessons learned as a nonprofit founder and offers insights into future initiatives for Down Syndrome Connections Las Vegas.
Learn more about Down Syndrome Connections Las Vegas at www.downsyndromeconnections.org.
Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Lee Papa, internationally recognized Mindfulness & Meditation Speaker, Trainer, Coach and Author. They discuss the power of mindfulness in personal and professional life, including the definition of mindfulness, Lee's journey to becoming a mindfulness expert, and how mindfulness can push the boundaries of what's possible in business. Lee Papa also shares valuable lessons learned as an entrepreneur and offers insights into upcoming projects in the mindfulness space.
Learn more about Lee Papa and her mindfulness ways at www.leepapa.com.
Gina Yager gets her chat on with Kodi Wilson, Campus Director of National Technical Institute (NTI) in Las Vegas. Kodi discusses NTI's educational programs, his journey from a career in plumbing and HVAC to leading campus operations, and the mission driving their work in technical education. He shares insights on what motivates him daily, how NTI pushes boundaries in trades education, offers valuable career advice for those starting out or pivoting careers, and provides a glimpse into upcoming projects and innovations. Kodi also talks about his dedication to community service and his passion for mentoring and team leadership.
For more information on NTI and its programs visit www.ntitraining.com.
Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Charlie ‘Jason’ Huffer, a seasoned senior digital content designer and founder of 35 Flamingos, a creative services company specializing in digital, photography, film, and marketing design. They explore Jason's journey in the creative arts, from earning his Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at UNLV to working with major brands like The Venetian Resort and Affinity Gaming. The conversation delves into his dual role as a commercial designer and fine artist, his creative process, and how he pushes the boundaries of digital content creation. Jason also shares valuable entrepreneurial insights and discusses his experience exhibiting artwork across major cities including Los Angeles, San Diego, and Las Vegas.
Gina Yager gets her chat on with Julia Lazareck, Co-Founder and President of Prison Families Alliance (PFA), an organization dedicated to supporting families affected by the criminal justice system. Julia discusses PFA's range of services, her journey to establishing the organization, and the mission driving their work. She shares insights on what motivates her daily, how PFA pushes boundaries in advocacy for incarcerated individuals and their families, offers valuable advice for nonprofit founders, and provides a glimpse into upcoming initiatives and programs. Julia also talks about her book and podcast, both titled "Prison: The Hidden Sentence," which feature stories and insights from those impacted by incarceration.
For more information on Prison Families Alliance visit www.prisonfamiliesalliance.org.
Gina Yager gets her chat on with Pilita Simpson, the visionary behind Positively Arts, a Las Vegas nonprofit dedicated to fostering emotional resilience and confidence through innovative arts-based programming. With over 20 years of experience as a performer and a Master's degree in Arts Education from Harvard University, Pilita shares the mission of Positively Arts in providing equal access to arts education for young people. She discusses the organization's range of programs, her journey to establishing the nonprofit, and the motivational spark that drives her work. Pilita offers insights into how Positively Arts pushes boundaries in youth development and provides valuable advice for entrepreneurs looking to make a social impact.
For more information on Positively Arts, visit https://www.positivelyarts.org/.
Gina Yager gets her chat on with Linda Smith, a fundraising icon recognized for her 38 years of leadership at Opportunity Village and her subsequent consulting work. Linda discusses her consulting business, her journey in nonprofit fundraising, and the inspiration behind The Christopher Smith Foundation, which she established in honor of her eldest son. She shares insights into her motivational spark, how her work pushes boundaries in nonprofit fundraising, and offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs and nonprofit professionals. Linda also talks about her two books, "Unwanted" and "Confessions of a Sin City Fundraiser", which chronicle her transformative personal and professional experiences.
For more information on Linda and The Christopher Smith Foundation, visit https://lindaslife.com/ and https://www.christophersmithfoundation.org/.
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