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The Business of... podcast by the Tucson Metro ChamberThe Business Of...The Tucson Metro Chamber Navigates a Transformative 2023In this edition of The Business Of, we welcome Michael Guymon, President and CEO of the Tucson Metro Chamber, for a candid reflection on 2023 – a year of strategic shifts and impactful achievements. Join hosts Melissa Rosciano and Zach Yentzer as they delve into:
Redefining Engagement: Discover how the Chamber's internal restructuring empowered dedicated teams to drive membership growth and deliver targeted advocacy for diverse business needs.
Solidifying Partnerships: Witness the doubling of Keystone Investors, reflecting their unwavering commitment to the Chamber's vision of a thriving regional economy.
Leadership Recognized: Celebrate Michael Guymon's prestigious "Public Policy Leader of the Year"...2024-01-1625 minThe Business of... podcast by the Tucson Metro ChamberThe Business Of... Tucson Business Listening TourIn this week's episode of The Business Of, we're joined by Zach Yentzer, the Chamber's Vice President of Business Advocacy. Zach shares insights from the Chamber's Business Listening Tour, a regional initiative to hear from businesses about their challenges and priorities. He discusses the importance of the tour and how the Chamber plans to use the feedback to inform its public policy guide.
2023-11-1327 min
Life Along The StreetcarRedefining Downtown: Zach Yentzer's Vision for Urban Family Living in TucsonVenture into the heart of Tucson with Zach Yentzer, a dedicated community advocate and the Vice President of Business Advocacy at the Chamber, as he shares his transformative journey of growth, both professionally and personally. Dive deep into the compelling narrative of a man who not only championed the cause of Tucson Young Professionals, multiplying its impact manifold, but also embraced the vibrant essence of urban living with his family. Can downtown really be the ideal space for raising young children? Yentzer thinks so. Discover how he's challenging stereotypes, revitalizing downtown dynamics, and laying a blueprint for a sustainable urban...2023-10-2328 minThe Business of... podcast by the Tucson Metro ChamberThe Business Of... Prop 402On this week's The Business Of... we're chatting with our resident Public Policy Wiz, Zach Yentzer (VP of Business Advocacy at The Chamber).
We'll be discussing ballot initiative, Proposition 402. Zach will help us break down what this prop means and how it will impact our community.
Additionally, he's highlighting some great resources to check out. Use these resources to do your own research and understand both sides of proposition 402.
This is definitely an episode you won't want to miss!
Voting day is November 7th! 2023-10-0928 minThe Business of... podcast by the Tucson Metro ChamberThe Business Of... Prop 496In this week's episode of The Business Of, we're chatting with VP of Business Advocacy, Zach Yentzer about the details and impact of Proposition 496.
This discussion serves as a brief and easy-to-understand breakdown of the proposition and it's impact on the Tucson Business Community. 2023-10-0525 minThe Business of... podcast by the Tucson Metro ChamberThe Business Of... Tucson WorkforceJoin hosts Zach Yentzer and Frank Velasquez Jr. from Tucson Metro Chamber as they dive into the critical topic of workforce development and advocacy in Tucson. Discover the challenges and opportunities surrounding building a strong workforce for the present and future and explore how businesses and organizations are working together to shape the region's economic landscape. Don't miss this insightful conversation on accessing talent, breaking down barriers, and fostering a thriving workforce community. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!
2023-08-1829 min
The Chopping BLOCKSeason 4, Episode 5: Zach Yentzer, 2023 Mayoral Candidate - Tucson, AZ (I)2023 Mayoral Candidate, Zach Yentzer (I) joins us on a very special election episode of the Chopping Block! Tucson, Arizona is the second most populous city in Arizona and is also the oldest city in the state. Home to a majority Latinx population and sitting a mere 60 miles from the Mexican border, Candidate Yentzer talks to us about his life in & love of Tucson, his reasons for running for Mayor, and why Tucsonans should vote for him in 2023.
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Tipping Point With Zach YentzerGovernor Doug Ducey, an extended interview; Sarah Smallhouse from Save Democracy AZZach sits down for an extended interview with Governor Doug Ducey to discuss water, education funding, recent developments on abortion and border issues, and questions from listerners. Also, his legacy, thoughts on the Republican Party today, and more. Sarah Smallhouse from Save Democracy AZ talks about the state of elections in Arizona, and potential reforms to make it more competitive and inclusive.2022-06-3051 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerSyndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette debriefs the overturning of Roe v Wade; Zach’s 911 call; Clay Abernathy discusses his Idea’l Trade InstituteSyndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette debriefs the overturning of Roe v Wade; Zach’s 911 call; Clay Abernathy discusses his Idea’l Trade Institute2022-06-2851 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerDanny Seiden, CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce, talks about Arizona's housing crisis; Gracie Soto shares more about Anita's St. Market in Barrio Anita.Zach talks with Danny Seiden, the President/CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce, about his recent piece on why Arizona's housing shortage could be the only thing that slows down Arizona's red-hot economy. Then, Gracie Soto comes on to share about Anita's St. Market in Barrio Anita, part of a conversation series supported by Vantage West Credit Union.2022-06-2751 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerDaniel Hernandez for Congress; one of the most powerful people in our country today who calls Arizona homeZach talks with Daniel Hernandez, running for Congress in CD6, and a current AZ state legislator, about his race, and the AZ State Budget passed earlier this week. Zach takes calls from listeners. And, discusses one of the most powerful people in our country today who calls Arizona home - Kyrsten Sinema.2022-06-2451 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerArizona passes an historic budget; Doug Kelly from the American Edge Project; Patricia Schwabe talks reboot of Tooley's Cafe.Zach talks with Doug Kelly, the CEO of the American Edge Project, about their view on maintaining American technological competitiveness. Zach discusses the first bipartisan budget passed by the Arizona State Legislature in 14 years. Patricia Schwabe shares news about the reboot of Tooley's Cafe in the Lost Barrio!2022-06-2351 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerHow are students responding to the uncertain world around them? Space, or Safety? - Zach settles the debate; Ruben Navarrette shares fatherly advice for kids growing up in a divided AmericaZach talks with Faith and Culture Contributor Pastor Jeff Logsdon, and special guest Eric Loveland from Decision Point, about the many new challenges facing students in middle school and highschool today, and what to do about it. Zach settles the debate between do we focus on Space, or safety and community nuts and bolts, spurred by a listener comment. Ruben Navarrette shares his fatherly advice for kids growing up in a divided America, a piece he wrote recently for The Daily Beast.2022-06-2251 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerMike and Amber Wall talk Bottle Breacher; Luis and Holly Barnett discuss an old family recipe reborn!Zach sits down with Mike and Amber Wall to talk about Bottle Breacher, of Shark Tank fame, a local company producing hand crafted 50 caliber bottle openers made by Active Duty service members and Veterans. Luis and Holly Barnett discuss how an old family relish recipe is being reborn as we speak into a new Tucson food company!2022-06-2151 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerTribute to Fathers and Juneteenth; Zach shares a personal update; Earn to Learn CEO Kate HoffmanZach tributes Father's Day and Juneteenth. A big update about the show, and then Earn to Learn CEO Kate Hoffman comes on to talk about their work supporting students attaining higher education.2022-06-2051 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerKarrin Taylor Robson for Governor | ASU President Dr. Michael CrowZach sits down with Karrin Taylor Robson, Republican candidate for governor of Arizona, to talk about the state of the race, water and housing issues. Arizona State University Dr. Michael Crow comes on to talk about Arizona as a Space State, economic growth across the state of Arizona, and ASU as a designated HSI institution by the US Department of Education.2022-06-1751 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerSanda Clark, LD19 candidate; Devon Underwood with The Talent StoreZach sits down for a candidate conversation with Sanda Clark, a Democrat running in the new LD19 in Southern Arizona. An unusual story, and message. Devon Underwood, principal and founder of The Talent Store, talks about how organizations and leaders can be better prepared for employees leaving/resigning, and do a better job of retaining them in the first place!2022-06-1651 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerAnger and Heartbreak on Bus No. 15. | Tom Heath talks Life Along the StreetcarZach talks about a heart-breaking piece in the Washington Post over the weekend, how American urban governance is breaking, and what the Tucson connection is; then, Tom Heath talks Life Along the Streetcar, and his new book My Life Along the Streetcar, conversations with the people and about the places of Tucson's downtown core.2022-06-1351 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerUArizona Economist breaks down inflation, wages and housing; Kim Owens talks about her candidacy for the Arizona Corporation CommissionZach sits down with UArizona Economist George Hammond to discuss inflation, wages and housing and more. Kim Owens shares her platform and priorities for her candidacy for the Arizona Corporation Commission this year.2022-06-1051 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerTucson’s Director of Transportation and Mobility, Sam Credio; FC Tucson President and CEO Amanda PowersZach chats with Amanda Powers for an update on FC Tucson and some great games coming up! Sam Credio, Tucson’s new Director of Transportation and Mobility, comes on to talk about Prop 411, Broadway widening, and First Avenue widening (or not).2022-06-0951 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerPower over Predators; Supervisor Steve Christy talks Pima County issues and news.Zach talks with Faith and Culture Contributor Pastor Jeff Logsdon, and special guest, Lisa Hansen, Executive Director of Power over Predators, about sexual abuse and predators in young peoples' lives today, what to do about it, and how organizations like churches are on the front lines like many institutions, for good or for bad. Supervisor Steve Christy updates on the prior day's meeting regarding affordable housing, a new poverty report, e-poll books and voter cards, and a small business commission proposal for a third-party study of the impact of COVID-19 policies on small business and the local economy.2022-06-0851 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerJoe Erceg for Oro Valley Town Council; why only half of Tucson's pools are open this summer.Zach talks with Joe Erceg, candidate for Oro Valley Town Council, about the issues he wants to tackle and his vision for the Town. Then, Zach talks about why only half of Tucson's pools are open this summer and what it means more broadly.2022-06-0751 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerLouie Christensen for the Monday Morning News Hour | Tourism, the economy, neighborhood identity and moreZach talks with Louie Christensen, curator of Tucson Tomorrow on Twitter, about tourism, the Tucson economy, neighborhood identities and more, a wide-ranging conversation about the present and future of the Tucson region.2022-06-0651 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerWhere's the best doughnut in Tucson? Tech Launch Arizona talks $1.6billion in economic impactZach commemorates National Doughnut Day by taking calls from listeners about the best places to get a doughnut in Tucson. Paul Tumarkin and Doug Hockstad from Tech Launch Arizona come on to discuss the 5-year findings of $1.6billion in economic impact helping faculty research and ideas exit into the market as private sector companies creating higher-wage jobs.2022-06-0351 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerHas America lost a step? WaPo Editorial Board writes stunning piece on inflation. Poverty in Pima CountyZach listens back to Kennedy's speech at Rice University about going to the moon, and asks "has America lost a step?" The Washington Post Editorial Board writes a stunningly honest and frank piece about getting honest about inflation. Then, poverty in Pima County and how it's killing our regional opportunity.2022-06-0251 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerTim Swindle, Director of UArizona Space Institute; why are Arizona cities booming?; is a recession ahead?Zach sits down with Tim Swindle, the Director of UArizona Space Institute, to talk about their mission and vision to make the University and the region the leader in the New Space Economy. Zach discusses a recent piece in the state on why Arizona cities are booming, and what that means for Southern Arizona. Then, is a recession ahead? Zach thinks so and he shares why.2022-05-3151 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerNASA's OSIRIS-REx and the Space City of the SouthwestZach sits down with Dante Lauretta, Principal investigator of NASA's OSIRIS-REx asteroid sample return mission, and UArizona commencement speaker, to talk about the University's and Tucson's place in space, the OSIRIS-REx mission, and how we make Tucson the Space City of the Southwest. Zach debriefs afterwards, and also discusses a potentially scary number around the region's housing shortage in the next couple years.2022-05-2750 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerJansen Azarias, CEO of Higher Ground; Devon Underwood from The Talent StoreZach talks with Jansen Azarias, CEO of Higher Ground, about Restart Smart, a strategy for getting students caught up from COVID learning loss and socioeconomic impacts. Devon Underwood from The Talent Store comes on to talk about succession planning for organizations and companies.2022-05-2651 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerA new venture capital initiative to support entrepreneurs in Tucson; debriefing the Uvalde shooting with Ruben NavarretteZach talks to Keneshia Raymond, Director of Programs and Access to Capital for Startup Tucson, about the new Rising AZ Investor Network that helps individuals in Southern Arizona learn about how they can invest in local and diverse entrepreneurs using new forward-looking capital raising mechanisms. Zach sits down with Ruben Navarrette, nationally syndicated columnist, to talk about what happened the day prior in Uvalde, Texas.2022-05-2551 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerRex Scott, Pima County Supervisor (D, District 1); a new public charter highschool opens in August in TucsonZach talks with Pima County Supervisor Rex Scott (D, District 1) about affordable housing, vote center implementation, and FY 23 budget. And, a new public charter highschool opens in August in Tucson, and the organizers come on to talk about it.2022-05-2451 minTipping Point With Zach Yentzer520 Day! | Highlighting Tucson art, business, and the great American uniter.Zach wishes some special people a happy birthday, talks with the Tucson Museum of Art about a new exhibit, catches up with Krystal Popov about a new business incubator in downtown Tucson for retail businesses, and the things that unite Americans. It's 520 Day!2022-05-2351 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerTucson Industrial Development Authority launches Essential Workers Housing Fund; Candidate for Governor Matt Salmon talks the issues.Zach talks with Dre Thompson, CEO of the Tucson IDA about the launch of the new Essential Workers Housing Fund in Tucson. Then, Republican candidate for Governor Matt Salmon comes on to talk about housing, inflation, education spending, the Arizona budget surplus and what to do with it, and his Operation Copper Shield plan to address his concerns about border security.2022-05-1951 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerTen55 Brewing Company x United Way! Prop 411 Debrief; Biden’s housing strategyZach talks with the team from Ten55 Brewing Company and United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona about their craft beer collab in support of 100 years of UWTSA impact in Tucson. Zach debriefs the landslide Prop 411 result the night before in Tucson. And, President Biden’s housing strategy and local relevance.2022-05-1851 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerCarol Stewart, AVP of Tech Parks Arizona; where's the best place to live in America?; Anthony Avila visits from The Drawing StudioZach sits down for an update with Carol Stewart, Associate Vice President for Tech Parks Arizona, to talk about the completion of The Refinery, the number of companies incubating at the UArizona Center for Innovation, and how we create high-paying jobs in Greater Tucson. Zach talks about the US News and World Report analysis of great places to live in America and what they have in common. Then, Anthony Avila, Development Manager for The Drawing Studio comes on to talk about the Studio as part of the Vantage West Credit Union series highlighting innovative organizations coming out of COVID that...2022-05-1751 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerMonday Morning News Hour | National security analyst and former FBI Chief Inspector Frank Figliuzzi ; The Suns' historic collapse in Game 7; where's the love, Tucson?!Zach talks with National security analyst and former FBI Chief Inspector Frank Figliuzzi about Buffalo and challenges to American Democracy; Zach discusses the Suns' historic collapse in Game 7 the night before; and, with Tucson in the national news last week, where was the local love?2022-05-1651 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerThe Modern Confessional; why trust in the media has erodedZach talks with Faith and Culture Contributor Jeff Logsdon about the modern state of confession; Ruben Navarette calls-in to discuss his piece on the thing that is continuing to erode trust in media.2022-05-1151 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerNational Small Business Day, with Tucson Metro Chamber of Commerce CEO Michael Guymon, and Board Chair Edmund MarquezZach sits down with Tucson Metro Chamber of Commerce CEO Michael Guymon, and Board Chair Edmund Marquez to talk about the role of the Chamber in today's Tucson, supporting and growing small and large businesses alike, and what comes next.2022-05-1051 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerMonday Morning News Hour | Tucson Space Company hits 1,000 reservations to go to space, Teamsters in Tucson push back on free transit, and Lea Marquez Peterson talks about the clean energy shift in Arizona.For the Monday Morning News Hour, Zach talks about World View hitting 1,000 reservations from people who want to go to the stratosphere, the Teamsters in Tucson push back on free transit after violence and vandalism increases, and Lea Marquez Peterson talks about Arizona's shifts to clean energy over the few couple decades.2022-05-0951 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerA new fund aims to increase Latino voter turnout; $7 million dollars spent on Tucson internet connects less than 1,000 homes; a visit from Kurtis Dawson, CEO of the YMCAZach talks with Joe Garcia and Lydia Aranda of Chicanos Por La Causa, about their new, nonpartisan $10-million dollar campaign to turnout Latino voters, and what issues Latino voters want candidates to discuss. Zach talks briefly about the piece in the Arizona Daily Star about the City of Tucson spending $7 million dollars to provide less than 1,000 homes with internet; in a special segment sponsored by Vantage West Credit Union, President/CEO of the YMCA of Southern Arizona, Kurtis Dawson, comes by to talk about some big YMCA news and how to support.2022-05-0651 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerBiosphere 2 pushes New Space Industry in TucsonZach sits down with John Adams, Deputy Director of Biosphere 2 to talk about the Center for Human Space Exploration (CHaSE) and the Space Analog for the Moon and Mars (SAM) at B2. Zach talks about the 5-year (max) window Tucson has to lock in its national position as a leader in the New Space Industry.2022-05-0551 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerBikes for Refugees, a Mother's Day Tribute; Homeless deaths on the rise, and debriefing the Roe v. Wade leak.Zach sits down with Pastor Jeff Logsdon, Faith and Culture contributor, to discuss the Bikes for Refugees initiative, and Zach and Jeff share a Mother's Day Tribute segment. Zach discusses homeless deaths on the rise and the issues underpinning that. Ruben Navarrette, the most widely read Latino columnist in the country, calls in to debrief the Roe V. Wade decision leak from his perch.2022-05-0450 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerEdmund Marquez, Executive Board Member for the Rio Nuevo District, discusses the District, the future of downtown, Proposition 411 and moreZach sits down with Edmund Marquez, Executive Board Member for the Rio Nuevo District, to discuss District updates, the future of downtown, Proposition 411 and more.2022-05-0351 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerWhat happened to Duster? Also, tackling Tucson's pedestrian fatality problemZach sits down with Peter Catalanotte, Director of Film Tucson, to talk about the previous week's news that HBO series Duster would not continue filming in Tucson, as well as the state film incentive bill that the legislature is considering. Zach also discusses the City of Tucson's potential plan to address Tucson's pedestrian fatality problem, and the piece of the solution we should be more intentional about in the near-term.2022-05-0251 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerLessons for Tucson from Portland; Devon Underwood and the 5 workplace culture trends of 2022Zach talks about a recent piece in the NYT outlining Portland’s transportation and housing challenges, and what it means for Tucson. Devon Underwood of The Talent Store shares the 5 workplace culture trends of 2022.2022-04-2851 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerMentorship opportunities and Ruben NavarretteZach welcomes Faith and Culture Contributor Jeff Logsdon discussing a mentorship opportunity and checks in with Ruben Navarrette to discuss Twitter and what should influence our children.2022-04-2751 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerWhat is Tucson doing with its transportation dollars? / Prop 411. UArizona releases Tucson economic reportZach talks, and takes calls, about what the City of Tucson is doing with its transportation dollars, and what that means for the Prop 411 item on the ballot. the University of Arizona releases its most recent jobs and economy report for Tucson; Zach discusses key takeaways and what it all means.2022-04-2651 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerMonday Morning News Hour with Sam Kmack, Arizona Daily Star City Government ReporterZach spends the Monday Morning News Hour with Sam Kmack, the City Government Reporter for the Arizona Daily Star, covering everything from Prop 411, Regional Transportation Authority, electrifying City of Tucson busses, the Los Reales Sustainability Campus, and should Sun Tran and Sun Link be free forever?!2022-04-2551 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerDr. Ravi Shah talks TUSD test scores and funding; who really understands Arizona?Zach talks with Dr. Ravi Shah, TUSD governing board member, about TUSD English and Math proficiency numbers, what to do about them, school funding and more. Then, does either party really understand Arizona today?2022-04-2251 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerEconomic Development from the AZ Assn for Econ Development ConferenceZach talks economic development and checks in with the Arizona Association for Economic Development Conference to talk with Tucson Dept of Economic Development Initiatives Director Amanda Bruno. In the fourth segment Zach talks economic development with Greater Tucson Leadership CEO Justin Lukasewicz.2022-04-2151 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerDebriefing City of Tucson and Pima County meetings; Ruben Navarrette talks immigrationZach debriefs the City of Tucson Council meeting and Pima County Board of Supervisors meeting from the day prior, then talks with syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette about immigration policy and conversation.2022-04-2051 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerRepublican candidate for Governor, Matt Salmon; Greg Ayers, President and Founder of GAP MinistriesZach talks with Matt Salmon, one of four contending Republicans for Governor of Arizona, about Title 42, the border, and water security. Greg Ayers, President and Founder of GAP Ministries, comes on to talk about the foster care crisis in the state, and the work of their new Campus of Hope.2022-04-1951 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerRay Flores from Flores Concepts talks about new restaurant The Monica; ASU President Dr. Michael Crow discusses the future of higher ed, China, and globalizationZach talks with Ray Flores, President of Flores Concepts, about their new downtown restaurant The Monica; ASU President Dr. Michael Crow discusses technology and the future of higher ed, competitiveness with China, and is the world still a globalized economy?2022-04-1551 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerGenerational inflation, wage-price spiral, and a weird labor market; 6 Common Blunders to retaining and attracting talentZach talks about the layered forces impacting inflation, reduced real wages, and a labor shortage. Devon Underwood of The Talent Store shares 6 common blunders organizations need to avoid if they want to keep and retain talent, and succession plan, in all markets but especially this one!2022-04-1451 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerSupervisor Steve Christy talks Huckleberry retirement, and the County's water case against City of Tucson; Faith and Culture contributor Pastor Jeff Logsdon on EasterZach talks with Faith and Culture contributor Pastor Jeff Logsdon about the meaning and relevance of Easter in the run-up to the weekend. Pima County Supervisor Steve Christy (R, D-4) talks about longtime County Administrator Chuck Huckleberry's controversial retirement proceedings the week prior, and updates on Pima County's water case against the City of Tucson.2022-04-1351 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerMonday Morning News Hour | Lorraine Rivera, Director of Governor Ducey's Southern Arizona Office; this American moment, we've been here before.Zach talks with Lorraine Rivera, the new Director of Governor Ducey's Southern Arizona Office, about the Governor's priorities for his final year, the border, getting Arizona students caught up in summer school, and more. Then, Zach talks about a recent piece in the Wall Street Journal that shows this American moment, we've been here before.2022-04-1151 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerTucson's moment to become the Space City of the Southwest; Ruben Navarrette talks Title 42Zach talks about Tucson's "Pittsburgh" moment to reinvent itself as the Space City of the Southwest, and how long we have to take advantage. Then, syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette comes on to talk about Title 42 rollback.2022-04-0751 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerJeff Logsdon, Pastor of Hope City Church guest hosts for Zach on Arizona Gives Day and speaks with four local organizations you can help todayJeff Logsdon, Pastor of Hope City Church guest hosts for Zach on Arizona Gives Day and speaks with Diana Charonneau with IMPACT of Southern Arizona, Roxanne Murphy with Earn to Learn, David Drum with J17 Ministry, and Joanie Hammond with Hands of Hope Tucson.
Hear stories from four organizations you can help on Arizona Gives Day.2022-04-0651 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerDo we have enough shelter beds in Tucson?Zach talks about data the City of Tucson's housing department will share with Tucson City Council about how many individuals have received shelter since November, and asks if it's enough? Zach and callers discuss opportunities and challenges around a growing homelessness issue in Tucson.2022-04-0551 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerMonday Morning News Hour | When will Larry Summers be wrong? City and County happenings on policing and homelessnessZach talks about the recent podcast hosted by Ezra Klein of the NYT with Larry Summers, about the present and future of inflation. City of Tucson and Pima County both have meetings this week, Zach discusses key agenda items and details.2022-04-0451 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerDebriefing the week; Zach's tour of the Center of Opportunity, and his conversation with Pima County Attorney Laura Conover; Aquil Hameed talks Sustainable Strength SystemZach talks all the things he couldn't get to earlier this week on the show, including his tour of the Center of Opportunity, debriefing his conversation with Pima County Attorney Laura Conover about resuming charging minor drug offenses, and more. Aquil Hameed calls to discuss Zach's progress in the Sustainable Strength System.2022-04-0151 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerCEO of Gospel Rescue Mission, Lisa Chastain; Devon Underwood talks talentZach talks with Lisa Chastain, CEO of Gospel Rescue Mission, about their Center of Opportunity and models for tackling homelessness in Tucson. Then, Principal and Founder of The Talent Store, Devon Underwood, talks succession planning and Tucson’s unique labor environment.2022-03-3151 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerZach welcomes Faith and Culture Contributor Pastor Jeff Logsdon and Pima County Attorney Laura Conover2022-03-3051 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerMayor Tom Murphy, Sahuarita; Zach's first-hand account of homelessness; Tucson on the front lines of climate changeZach talks with Mayor Tom Murphy about Town of Sahuarita updates; Zach shares first-hand experiences this weekend on homelessness issues; Zach discusses Tucson on the front lines of climate shift, why that makes sense, and whether or not progress is keeping up with stated goals.2022-03-2851 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerTim Roemer, Director of AZ's Department of Homeland Security; the window that is closing for Tucson.Zach talks with Tim Roemer, the Director of AZ's Department of Homeland Security, about the call from President Biden to governors to take urgent action to secure their critical infrastructure from the risks of cyber attacks from Russia as the war in Ukraine escalates and continues. Then, Zach talks about the specific window that is closing for Tucson on a very big idea!2022-03-2451 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerHomelessness in Pima County and American Cities, Part 3; Legacy of President Trump and NATOZach talks homelessness in Pima County and American Cities, part 3, along with listeners calls and comments. Ruben Navarrette, syndicated columnist, calls in to talk about the legacy of President Trump and NATO in light of recent events.2022-03-2351 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerPima County Supervisor Rex Scott; Fast Pitch with Social Venture PartnersZach talks with Pima County Supervisor Rex Scott about his position on voting centers and e-poll books, as well as the rise in deaths at the Pima County jails. Then, Brittany Battle and Michael Brasher come on to talk about the Fast Pitch event put on by Social Venture Partners to support emerging non-profit initiatives and organizations in Greater Tucson.2022-03-2251 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerA TUSD update with Ravi Shah; Heath Vescovi-Chiordi talks Pima County Economic DevelopmentZach gets a Tucson Unified School District update from Ravi Shah, governing board member. They discuss COVID policy, math and English proficiency rates, and more. Then, Heath Vescovi-Chiordi, the new Director of Economic Development for Pima County, comes on to talk about his vision for economic development in the region.2022-03-1851 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerA very happy day on the show!; the Zach Yentzer news detox; who's moving to Tucson?, with Devon UnderwoodZach and Matt talk about the very happy day that today's show falls on; then Zach spends time with listeners detoxing from the heavy talk of the last few days; Devon Underwood of The Talent Store comes on to talk about who's moving in and out of Tucson, and if you're trying to move someone here for your organization or business, how do you do that well?2022-03-1751 minTipping Point With Zach Yentzer"I followed the lives of 3,290 teenagers; this is what I learned about religion and education;" more data on the housing crisis; in honor of St. Patrick's Day, with Ruben NavarretteZach talks with Faith and Culture contributor Jeff Logsdon about a recent article in the NYT about the role of religion in educational and community success, by the numbers. Zach shares more data on the housing crisis in Arizona. Nationally syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette talks about his recent piece in the Washington Post on St. Patrick's Day.2022-03-1651 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerHomelessness in Tucson Part 2; is Tucson a talent exporter or importer?; a good step for affordable housingZach talks about listener feedback and new data, after his show the day before on homelessness in Tucson. Then, who's leaving Tucson for Phoenix, and who's leaving Phoenix for Tucson, and what does it mean? Finally, Zach talks about a good step for affordable housing made in Tucson the week prior, but much more is needed.2022-03-1551 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerMonday Morning News Hour | Not-a-sports-show segment; addressing homelessness in Tucson; one low and two highs for President Biden.Zach talks about #1 seed Arizona's chances in March Madness, and the man who bought Tom Brady's "last" thrown football hours before Brady un-retired. Zach talks about the homelessness challenge in Tucson right now, and what to do about it. Then, Zach quickly shares one low and to highs for President Biden right now.2022-03-1451 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerWhy are prescription drug prices going up so much? UArizona calls in from SXSW!Zach talks with Monique Whitney from PUTT about why prescription drug prices are going up so much, so fast. Then, the UArizona team calls in live from Austin's SXSW conference to talk about how they're showing off Tucson to the world at this culture and tech mecca!2022-03-1151 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerZach talks with Arizona Daily Star Reporter Sam Kmack, city government reporter with the Daily Star....and Sophia with Cyclovia and Living Streets AllianceZach talks with Arizona Daily Star Reporter Sam Kmack, city government reporter with the Daily Star....and Sophia with Cyclovia and Living Streets Alliance2022-03-1051 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerWhat's this thing called Lent?, with Faith and Culture Contributor Pastor Jeff Logsdon; Pima County Supervisor Steve ChristyZach talks with Faith and Culture Contributor Pastor Jeff Logsdon about Lent, and the meaning and application for our time. Pima County Supervisor Steve Christy comes on to talk about Pima County voting changes, relaxation of COVID procedures, asylum seekers and Pima County, and more.2022-03-0951 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerThe Tucson Museum of Art Spring Artisan Market; the all-important foundations for a great Tucson; Medicare choice for Arizona seniors; there are many things worse than American powerZach talks with the team at the TMA running the Spring Artisan Market the upcoming weekend; Zach shares the all-important foundations for a great Tucson that are heading quickly in the wrong direction; Kristine Grow from Coalition for Medicare Choices talks about Medicare Advantage and decisions the Biden administration are looking at around it; Zach talks about the Shadi Hamid piece in The Atlantic "There Are Many Things Worse Than American Power."2022-03-0851 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerAnya Thompson, born in Ukraine, talks the war in Ukraine; Tucson's climate plan - results delivered on promises made?Zach talks with Anya Thompson, who was born in Ukraine in the 1980s, and moved to the US in 2010, about what's happening there and how we can help. Zach talks about Tucson's climate plan, and a troubling trend that there isn't big immediate action on big issues like climate, housing, transportation, public safety and more.2022-03-0751 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerArizona's housing crisis, with Arizona Department of Housing Director Simplot; Tucson's food entrepreneurship and ag tech landscape, with Startup Tucson CEO Liz PocockZach talks with Tom Simplot, the Director of Arizona's Department of Housing, about topics surrounding Arizona's housing crisis. Startup Tucson CEO Liz Pocock comes on to talk about Tucson's food entrepreneurship and ag tech landscape, and their upcoming program Recipes for Success to help cultivate the ecosystem!2022-03-0451 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerAsh Wednesday and the first day of Lent, with Faith and Culture contributor Pastor Jeff Logsdon; A technology and entrepreneurship update from Tech Parks ArizonaZach talks with faith and culture contributor Pastor Jeff Logsdon about Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent, and a faithful response to what is happening in Ukraine. Carol Stewart and Eric Smith come on to share a technology and entrepreneurship update in the region from Tech Parks Arizona and the UArizona Center for Innovation.2022-03-0251 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerChinese space junk about to hit the moon; Astronaut Al travels there.Zach talks with Vishnu Reddy, from the University of Arizona, about the student and faculty team that is tracking space debris and the Chinese spacecraft part that is about to hit the moon on March 4. Then, Michelle Rouch and Jeff Logsdon come in to talk about the Aerospace industry in Arizona, and the book she co-authored called Astronaut Al Travels To The Moon.2022-03-0151 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerMonday Morning News Hour | Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination, SOTU predictions, and aggression in UkraineZach talks about Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination to the Supreme Court and a subtle piece of her nomination speech that has meaning for Tucson and the rest of the country. Zach talks about President Biden's poll numbers ahead of the SOTU, and shares his predictions for the speech. Zach wraps up talking about aggression in Ukraine and what the first week has meant for a changing world stage.2022-02-2851 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerTucson needs an approach to find a path for businesses to open....and Zach's trainer checks in!Tucson needs an approach to find a path for businesses to open....and Zach's trainer checks in!2022-02-2551 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerIMPACTing Poverty in Southern Arizona; the world watching war; an update on Remote Tucson, with Liz Pocock and Devon UnderwoodZach talks with Diana Charbonneau, of IMPACT of Southern Arizona, about their work on helping people out of poverty and their upcoming IMPACT Expo in Southern Arizona. Zach shares quick thoughts about what's unfolding in Ukraine. Liz Pocock and Devon Underwood come on to talk about remote work and update on Remote Tucson, as a part of the ongoing series Workforce Pivots.2022-02-2453 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerTwo pastors discuss sex and human trafficking in the region; Film Tucson talks film incentives; Ruben Navarrette on Russia and Ukraine.Pastors Jeff Logsdon and Damond Holt discuss human trafficking in the region. Film Tucson comes on about a big film incentive being debated this week in AZ. Nationally syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette and Zach discuss Russia and Ukraine.2022-02-2351 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerWhite House finally says "invasion;" Black History Month in TucsonZach shares his thoughts on the fast-moving situation between Russia and Ukraine. Seanloui comes on to talk about Black History Month and the Black Renaissance events in Tucson in February.2022-02-2251 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerSteve Gaynor for Governor. Does Arizona still do the Old West brand? How the bola tie came to be.Zach sits down with Steve Gaynor, Republican candidate for Governor, to talk about his platform and vision for Arizona. Zach discusses whether Arizona still does the Old West brand. And Matt shares his surprising family story about their advocacy at the state legislature to make the bola tie the official neckwear of the State of Arizona.2022-02-1851 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerDo the results reflect the words? - Two Tucson issues to question. Devon Underwood talks people coming and relocating to TucsonZach talks about two Tucson issues where the policy words aren't reflected in the results. Devon Underwood from the Talent Store talks about what she hears people relocating to Tucson think about the community, how companies can better attract talent, and more.2022-02-1751 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerAssessing COVID trauma, with Dr. Damond Holt; Ruben Navarrette discusses State of the Union and the San Francisco recallZach talks with Dr. Damond Holt, a specialist in understanding and dealing with trauma, about the traumatic impacts of COVID policies in schools and communities on kids. An apolitical, scientific overview! Ruben Navarrette discusses how President Biden should address the economy at the State of the Union, and debriefs Tuesday evening's recall in San Francisco of 3 school board members.2022-02-1651 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerHomelessness growing in Tucson; Prop 411 updates; Space City of the Southwest with Julie Bonner (Freefall Aerospace)Zach talks about the growing homelessness in Tucson, and asks if we're headed in the right policy direction to solve it. Zach shares his Prop 411 updates (continuation of a half-cent sales tax for neighborhood road repair and maintenance in City of Tucson). Then, Julie Bonner of FreeFall Aerospace comes on to talk about the space exploration and technologies industry that is rapidly growing in Tucson.2022-02-1551 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerArizona Statehood Day with Louie Christensen and ASU President Dr. CrowZach kicks off AZ Statehood Day, and Valentine's Day, with Louie Christensen, curator of Tucson Tomorrow on Twitter, about Arizona wine for V-day, and housing and economy issues in the state. Then, ASU President Dr. Crow talks about Arizona's place in the nation's push for semiconductor competitiveness, and ASU's Innovation Zones.2022-02-1451 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerDoes Arizona have enough water?; UArizona at SXSWZach talks with Tom Buschatzke, the Director of Arizona’s Department of Water Resources. His job is to think about AZ’s water security and future. Does Arizona have enough water? Then, Misha Harrison is heading up UArizona's Wonder House at SXSW in Austin, TX next month; why, and what story is UArizona telling about itself and Tucson at this global festival?2022-02-1151 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerTrauma in the wake of COVID; Pima County Supervisor Steve ChristyZach talks with faith and culture contributor Pastor Jeff Logsdon, and guest Dr. Damond Holt, about trauma in the wake of COVID and what to do about it. Pima County Supervisor Steve Christy, R-4, comes on to talk about Pima County issues and the conversation mostly focuses on transportation!2022-02-0951 minTipping Point With Zach YentzerAZ Gubernatorial Candidate Matt Salmon; CEO of the Tucson IDA, Dre ThompsonZach talks with AZ Gubernatorial Candidate Matt Salmon about recent polling showing he’s catching up to front runner Kari Lake, his stance on voting bills, and the housing crisis. Then, the new CEO of the Tucson Industrial Development Authority, Dre Thompson comes on to share her vision for the organization.2022-02-0851 min
Faith, Work & Rest66: Zach Yentzer - Local Civic Engagement for the Love of Your Neighbor(hoods)Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and reimagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God.
Zach Yentzer came to Arizona in 2002 when he was 11 years old. He finished elementary and high school in Tucson and then received a scholarship to ASU. He lived in Tempe for two years, Kosovo for another, and then completed his ASU degree online from Tucson. Staying after graduation was not the plan, but he ended up falling in love with the city. Today he is the...2021-02-0939 min
The Answers From Leadership Podcast038 - Designing Organizations That Engage Generations Together With Zach YentzerA lot of buzz has been created in regards to creating multigenerational churches and organizations. Zach Yentzer believes churches and organizations are moving in the right direction but they’re focusing on the wrong thing. Rather than multigenerational, organizations and churches need to focus on helping the generations engage together and not just exist together. This shift in mindset is slight but makes a major impact on the organizations that get the intergenerational concept. That’s why Zach is on the Answers From Leadership podcast. He’s ready to share the message churches and organizations need to engage the genera...2020-04-2126 min
SelvesTalking PodcastST#82 - Zach YentzerZach Yentzer is and author of " Creative" and host of The Tipping Point on 1030 The Voice airing at 9 am Monday through Friday. We talked about his path to getting on the radio. How having a live audience changed the objective of his show. His passion and love for Tucson, which he believes has so much potential to become the city that learns from other cities mistakes. A very genuine and enthusiastic perspective it was a pleasure to talk to him!
Listen to his show here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tipping-point-with-zach-yentzer/id1397702833
music by @sinsafos2020-04-0158 min
Tucson Business RadioNFTC: Attracting & Retaining Young Professionals, Ep 8GUESTS: Zach Yentzer Interim Executive Director Tucson Young Professionals (520) 401-4305 zyentzer@gmail.com SOCIAL MEDIA: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zyentzer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TucsonYoungProfessionals/ Website: https://tucsonyoungprofessionals.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tucsonyoungprof Zach Yentzer has been intentional to serve the community at the intersection of a neighborhood, business, and community development. He is the Interim Executive Director of Tucson Young Professionals, an organization that works to retain, promote, and attract [...]2019-07-031h 01
The Enterprise Tucson PodcastIncubation, Mentorship & Investment with Zach YentzerZach Yentzer is the general manager of zavaya coffee & host of creative city show. On today's episode we talk about the importance of incubation & the spaces that provide opportunities for us as long as we look for them. How important mentorship is and the misconception that millenials have towards mentorship. We also talk about investment: Time & Money and how valuable these two are and the impact it can make in the community
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Church SolutionsHow To Reach Millennials2017/10/06 ~ Zach Yentzer wrote the book, Creative: Designing Churches That Engage Generations Together. Zach shares ideas on how the church can reach millennials.2017-10-0628 min
The Answers From Leadership PodcastDesigning Organizations that Engage Generations TogetherA lot of buzz has been created in regards to creating multigenerational churches and organizations. Zach Yentzer believes churches and organizations are moving in the right direction but they’re focusing on the wrong thing.Rather than multigenerational, organizations and churches need to focus on helping the generations engage together and not just exist together. This shift in mindset is slight but makes a major impact on the organizations who get the intergenerational concept.That’s why Zach is on the Answers From Leadership podcast. He’s ready to share the message churches and organizations need to engage the gen...2017-05-1726 min