Arizona Business Podcast

Arizona Business Podcast

Conversations with the best and brightest entrepreneurs in Arizona.

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July 16, 2025 22 mins

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In this episode of the Arizona Business Podcast, host Jared Orr interviews Rajiv, the founder of Nico's Barbershop in Phoenix Valley. They discuss the inspiration behind starting the barbershop, Rajiv's unconventional journey into the barbering industry, and the importance of building a business with personality and a mission to give back to the community. Rajiv shares how social...

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In this episode, I interview Charles, the founder of IAC Lifestyle, an activewear company based in Tempe, Arizona. We discuss the evolution of IAC from its early days, when the acronym stood for 'Intense Alcohol Consumers,' to its current meaning, 'Intelligence and Confidence.' Charles shares how his journey to sobriety and his personal growth have influenced the brand's mission and messaging. The conversat...

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In this episode, I chat with my friend Yousef, founder of Authentic Curated Experiences. ACE focuses on crafting powerful, community-driven events.

 We dive into the evolving role of live experiences in business growth, why events should be part of every brand’s strategy, and even share our predictions on how AI will impact the future of events. If you’re in the event space or curious about where it’s all headed, this one’s for you.

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In this episode, I sit down with Scott McBrien and Cindy Eagar, a powerhouse married couple and founders of The Sigma Investor. Scott brings his background as a stockbroker, and Cindy has launched multiple ventures — together, they offer incredible insight on building financial stability and wealth.

 We cover everything from where to start with investing to long-term financial strategy, and I even got to ask some personal money ques...

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🎙️ In this episode, I chat with Brendan Griffiths, founder of Switch Brews — a one-of-a-kind coffee shop and taproom in Queen Creek, Arizona.  We dive into Brendan’s journey, his vision for Switch Brews, and what makes it such a standout space in the community. Enjoy!

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In this episode, I chat with Ron Stauffer, founder of Lieder Digital in Tucson — our first guest from outside the Phoenix area! 

We delve into his work in web development and the remarkable story of how a single phone call 20 years ago unexpectedly launched his business. 

It’s a powerful reminder that one connection can change everything. Enjoy this inspiring convo!

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In this episode, I chat with Else Johnson, a mindset coach whose work dives deep into the connection between mental clarity and business success. We explore how shifting your mindset can unlock new levels of growth, why negative self-talk holds so many of us back, and how stepping into the version of yourself you want to be can create real, tangible change. 

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John is a passionate entrepreneur who advocates for critical thinking in the workforce and business leadership. 

In this episode, we explore Arizona’s untapped opportunities for growth, the systemic challenges holding us back, and John's unique journey from studying history to building businesses. 

Plus, we unpack his powerful vision of insurance as a public good and how GradGuard is helping students navigate life’s unexpected s...

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Kimberly Heywood is the founder of SHADE Marketing and a proud Arizona native. 

In this episode, we dive into the power of social media and marketing to build a brand, attract new customers, and expand your influence. We trade ideas and experiences in a high-energy conversation about what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur.

With local insight, Kimberly shares how she’s seen Arizona transform into a growing hub for entrepren...

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Holly is a former Amazon recruiter turned career coach. She's helped hundreds of people dig deep and find out what they truly want in a career. We talk about jobs, retirement, and how to get the most out of your professional endeavors. 

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Joseph Cancilla is the founder of Hana Entertainment. He recently sold his marketing agency to go all in on his entertainment business. We talked about the history of fire dancing, how he balanced two businesses, and what he's learned along the way.

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Matt Gottesman is the founder of The Niche is You and the host of the Hustle Sold Separately Podcast. He has used his faith and love for God to achieve the success he has experienced so far in his entrepreneurship journey.

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Wyatt is a seasoned user experience designer that's taking the world of entrepreneurship by the horns. We talk about his first business failure, how to create the best content for your business, and more!

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Tavion owns Netters Marketing, an agency dedicated to automating social ads for businesses. He and I talk about the best ways to run ads so they bring your business optimal results. 

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To succeed as an online fitness coach, you need to have a sincere desire to help people. Bridger talks about his journey into fitness and ultimately into coaching. It's a great conversation about how to stand out in a saturated market and how to chase your dreams. 

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Leslie is the Founder of the Sales-led GTM Agency. We talk about how she went from a high-performing sales rep and leader to an entrepreneur in the B2B Sales space. 

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