Apex Activated

Want the latest updates on a story that truly matters?   We’ve got you covered as we highlight Karen Rocznik from Good Day Colorado-a producer and journalist whose strength goes far beyond the newsroom.   In this episode, we talk about her impact in journalism, her resilience, and her fight against cancer. It’s a powerful reminder of why storytelling matters and how courage can inspire a community. T his is an episode you wo...

Apex Activated new drop coming in hot!   Welcome Rachel Zenzinger to the pod! She is the Jefferson County Commissioner for District 1 and is no stranger to service and community.   Rachel started serving here on the Apex PRD Foundation Board and quickly realized her calling and moved into Arvada City Council and represented the 19th district of the Colorado Senate. She is active in Kiwanis among all the other things she is...

Want the latest updates on a story that truly matters? We’ve got you covered as we highlight Karen Rocznik from Good Day Colorado-a  producer and journalist whose strength goes far beyond the newsroom.

In this episode, we talk about her impact in journalism, her resilience, and her fight against cancer. It’s a powerful reminder of why storytelling matters and how courage can inspire...

Happy Spring Pickleheads! Listen as we catch up with President of Apex Park and Recreation District Foundation, Eric Roemersberger, about their Pickleball Fundraiser that brings all the picklers around!   Start practicing your dinks and drives. Our annual Memorial Day Weekend Pickleball Tournament is coming up in less than 8 weeks, May 23-24. Sign up here: https://www.rec.us/.../apex-park-and-recreation-district... Presenting ...

Jaden Knowles is in the building! 9 News Meteorologist, football star and all around coooooolest dude ever! 

Meeting Jaden at HomeGoods was such a random blessing because he is literally one of the kindest, smartest and most humble people we have ever met! 

Listen to his story and what he is up to, how he got to Denver, how he and Lauren Williams from Channel 7 are BFF's and also what award he is up for! 

Jaden is one of our favori...

ometimes we all need a reminder that trying is better than standing still, and Tracy does just that.

From lifeguarding in Milwaukee to having Mickey Mouse as a boss, Tracy’s life has been anything but boring. She has traveled the globe, spoken to influential leaders, built a career in parks and recreation, and even surfs.

As a certified professional coach, Tracy shares stories and lessons from her life that is full of bold moves, f...

She’s a mama, world traveler, influencer, soon-to-be nurse, and a former military police officer… what DOESN’T Riley Cyr do?   Our newest Apex Activated episode is LIVE and we’re sitting down with Riley to talk about balancing motherhood, marriage, big dreams, and lots of adventure.   From raising two little ones, to helping moms discover the best places to explore around Colorado, to stepping into the world of nursing, o...

Apex Activated sat down with Allison Scheck-Deputy City Manager, City of Arvada and talked all things about her journey that spans continents, communities and countless cups of tea!   From growing up across the pond to helping shape the future of Arvada, Allison’s story is anything but ordinary. Somewhere between her British roots and Rocky Mountain horizons, she found her way to Colorado and has never looked back.   Now s...

Launch day was a huge success and to celebrate we grabbed out mini mics and hit the streets (and by streets we mean the hallway of Apex Center). We chatted all things launch, how people were feeling, what they thought about the time leading up to our new software launch and all things in between. Spoiler alert...one of our directors thought we said "Lunch Day" and came a runnin' for some grub. 

Short and sweet and to the point, but...

January is wrapping up and your resolutions, goals and all the things you vowed to do and change may be feeling heavy, but we have the cure!   We are throwing it back to one of our very favorite podcast guests who inspires us to go for our dreams. Ali from Mermaid Walking is the epitome of a girls girl, a person who will always cheer for you, lift you up and make you believe you can do it ALL! Because, well, you CAN!   Lis...

Apex Activated dives into what’s new in green space and land management. This episode features Eric Feldbaum of New Hampshire State Parks, aka the Man of Many Names, talking NRPA advocacy, the Land & Water Conservation Fund, and meeting the needs of our greenspaces. From policy work to orchid growing and new-parent life, he does it all.   Listen on Apple, Spotify, iHeart & more. Like • Follow • Share Let's do this!...

We are officially back and kicking off 2026 the only way we know how...honest conversations, a lot of chaos and so many laughs. In this episode, we are looking back on 2025...remember cancer...some of the best friends and guest two girls could have and babies! We are talking about reflections, lessons learned and our words for 2026. And because it wouldn't be coffee talk without it... -more food convos. -more talk about our co...

Okay...real talk. Staying hopeful, as a teen, feels like trying to vibe on 3 hours of sleep during finals week...definitely not 67! (if you know, you know) But some awesome educators are showing up bringing big heart, big leadership and big "I've got your back" energy and today we sit and talk to one of those amazing peeps! Principal Micah Porter walks the halls of Arvada West High School and his take on how our teens are doin...

Ever wondered what happens when two friends take a random idea, sprinkle in some chaos, caffeine, and fun, and somehow turn it into one of the fastest-rising stars in recreation technology? Or how two former Uber teammates managed to navigate the startup world without losing their minds or their friendship and build Rec Technologies from scratch?   Birju and Rachel dive into all this and more in our newest Apex Activated Po...

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We took the mic to the floor at this year’s NRPA Conference in Florida and captured the energy firsthand. From reconnecting with past guests like the incredible Kristine Stratton, President of NRPA, to meeting new voices in the parks and recreation world, this episode is full of spontaneous moments, laughter, and real talk about the power of community and public service.

It’s a fast-pace...

In this inspiring and candid episode, we sit down with U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen to talk about her journey that led her from her upbringing in Colorado to walking and serving in the halls of Congress. With honesty and a huge heart, she opens up about how her family shaped her work, the pivotal moments that led her into public service, with the help of our own Katie Groke, and the passion behind what fuels her work in ...

Last year our team met with Annie Frisoli about becoming intentional leaders and wow did it speak to us and change our mindset!

Listen in as you hear Annie talk about her journey to where she is now, how parks and recreation helped lead her here and what becoming an intentional leader means and how to become just that.

There is not a one size fits all model for being a great leader and Annie will help you find your perfect approach...

Apex Activated is coming in hot with one of our fave people, Lakita Frazier.   Lakita is a Senior Consultant at Barry Dunn where she leads strategic planning and facility construction. She is a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional and was inducted into the American Academy of Parks and Recreation Administration in 2020.   But there's more...she is a mama, a grandma and she started Women in Parks and Recreation (Wi...

We are bringing back one of our faves for a little coffee tawk!

We love anytime we get to hang with this girl who is not only wicked smart about parks and recreation, people, leading and all the things, but she is down to earth, kind, and a true girls girl!

Karen joins us at Katie's kitchen table as we chat about food, dating, meditation and more. 

Grab a chair, a great cuppa whatever wets your whistle and get to know the latest in...