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Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic DevelopmentHow Colorado Springs Competes Globally with Johnna Reeder KleymeyerIn this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson talks with Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer, President and CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC, about how Colorado Springs is uniting its region to compete globally, building on its deep aerospace, defense, and cybersecurity assets, and expanding advanced manufacturing powered by a steady military-to-civilian talent pipeline.
She explains the origin of the Colorado Aerospace and Defense Economic Council, the importance of advocacy for small and mid-sized contractors, how site selection really plays out in a mountain market, and why economic development still matters most at the level...
2025-12-0128 min
Colorado Business PodcastOne CEO’s Plan To Help Revive Southern Colorado’s Business DevelopmentIs Colorado's pro-business reputation a myth? According to new data, the state has plummeted to 48th out of 50 in private-sector job creation, and net migration has dropped by over 52%. While our quality of life remains high, the economic policies from the state capitol are creating massive headwinds for business owners and entrepreneurs.In this critical conversation, we sit down with Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer, the powerhouse President & CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC. As an economic development expert who moved to Colorado just four years ago, Johnna brings an outsider's perspective armed with undeniable data. She breaks down exactly...
2025-10-251h 24
Colorado Business PodcastColorado's Economy Is Collapsing: A CEO's Plan To Fight BackIs Colorado's pro-business reputation a myth? According to new data, the state has plummeted to 48th out of 50 in private-sector job creation, and net migration has dropped by over 52%. While our quality of life remains high, the economic policies from the state capitol are creating massive headwinds for business owners and entrepreneurs.In this critical conversation, we sit down with Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer, the powerhouse President & CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC. As an economic development expert who moved to Colorado just four years ago, Jonna brings an outsider's perspective armed with undeniable...
2025-10-231h 25
Chamber Chat PodcastLong-Term Vision with Johnna Reeder KleymeyerJohnna Reeder Kleymeyer, President and CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC, discussed her leadership journey and the chamber's initiatives. She emphasized the importance of measurable outcomes, non-dues revenue, and community engagement. The chamber also addresses workforce development through initiatives like Innovate Pikes Peak and programs for young professionals. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode329 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat Resource Development Group rdgfundraising.com
2025-05-1336 min
Chamber Chat PodcastLong-Term Vision with Johnna Reeder KleymeyerJohnna Reeder Kleymeyer, President and CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC, discussed her leadership journey and the chamber's initiatives. She emphasized the importance of measurable outcomes, non-dues revenue, and community engagement. The chamber also addresses workforce development through initiatives like Innovate Pikes Peak and programs for young professionals. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode329 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat Resource Development Group rdgfundraising.com
2025-05-1336 min
Indiana Drive With Caleb Zuver & FriendsRoadtrip: Ball State @ KentuckyOn the first road trip podcast of senior year, Caleb and Ryan Sierocki make their way to Lexington, Kentucky, for week 1 of the college football season to see their school, the Ball State Cardinals, take on the Kentucky Wildcats. Along the way, they bring on some special guests. Shoutout to Jonah Farnstrom, Zach Greer, and John Kleymeyer for being guests on this episode! Even though the result didn't go the Cardinals way, it was a special weekend down south. email:inddrive35@gmail.comContact The Show Here!Email: 20czuver@gmail.com
2023-09-031h 19
Constructive CuriosityEpisode 27: Echoing the Wisdom of OthersThis episode looks back and grabs some of the best wisdom and insights from the guests of Constructive Curiosity. A big thank you goes out to all my guests for taking time to share with us. The order of guests for this episode are:
-Junior Matthews
-Jeremy Irizarry
-Jo Goff
-Dr. Wardell Johnson
-Emory Heisler
-Johnna Reeder-Kleymeyer
-Eric Upchurch
-Doug Schooner
-Josh Pitcher
2023-03-3115 minConstructive CuriosityEpisode 19: Pursuing Opportunities with Johnna Reeder KleymeyerMy guest is this week is the President/CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Center, Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer. Johnna and I discuss making the most of opportunities, time management/leadership techniques, and some the factors impacting women in the workplace.
2023-03-0342 min
A Podcast to Save the Boundary WatersEpisode Two of Season Two - A Podcast To Save The Boundary WatersSulfide-ore copper mining on lands adjacent to rivers and lakes that flow into the Boundary Waters is indeed an ongoing threat to this cherished wilderness. However, it is not the only threat that impact the Boundary Waters. Climate change and a warming planet are also threats the lakes, rivers, forests, animals and people who cherish the Boundary Waters.In this episode, we hear from Grand Marais youth climate activist Olya Wright and her efforts to protect the Boundary Waters. We also hear from:--Jessica Hellmann, the director of the University of Minnesota’s Institute on the Environment and the Ecolab Ch...
2022-03-1421 min
Elevating Pikes Peak WomenNew Female Leadership in Colorado Springs Part 1 - Johnna Reeder KleymeyerOn today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down highlighting and getting to know new female leadership in Colorado Springs. Our guest host, Beth Hall Roalstad, who's filling in for Mary Lou, sits down with the new President and CEO of the Springs Chamber and EDC, Johnna Reeder KleymeyerSubscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. Also, please co...
2022-02-1832 min
The Naked Truth: Queer Artist InterviewsThe Naked Truth: Queer Artist Interviews - B KleymeyerToday I am joined by B Kleymeyer. B is a queer theatre artist working as a director, performer, and deviser. B was named Baltimore’s Best Lead Actor by the Baltimore independent theatre awards in 2019. With Single Carrot Theatre B has directed R. Eric Thomas' Safe Space, Ariel Zetina's Pink Milk, and the upcoming premiere of we broke up, a piece created for a digital audience, written by DJ Hills.Examples of B's work (including works referenced in the episode):...
2020-08-1334 min
Spirit in ActionThe Original Liberation Theology Story - YESHUIn Yeshu: A Novel for the Openhearted, Charles David Kleymeyer re-sees and re-tells a well-known, sometimes culture-limited story, but this time with eyes and tongue influenced by decades of experience in Latin America.
2014-02-0255 min