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Business AHA's takes you inside the journeys of successful business men and women across different industries and reveal their "AHA" moments that have changed the course of their careers. Hosted by Board Developer's Founder, Jim Hayden, Business AHA's aims to provide valuable lessons and information from top level executives throughout all stages of their careers.

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March 6, 202627 min

Polar Passion | Hugo Hinrichsen - Positive Polar | Business Ahas Ep. 37

Founder and CEO of Positive Polar, Hugo Hinrichsen, talks about his passion for ocean conservation and how his cruise-funded science expeditions are doing their part to create a positive impact on the environment. Hugo also mentions the importance of whales and how these expeditions can help progress the studies of ocean fertilization and climate control. To learn more about Positive Polar's mission, visit their website here: https://positivepolar.com/ To learn more about Board Developer, visit us here: https://boarddeveloper.com/Guest: Hugo Hinrichsen Host: Jim Hayden President: Avery Hayden Media Manager: Bennett Pack Music by Executive Class Productions

February 6, 202627 min

Leading Yourself Through Mentorship | Mary Collum | Business Ahas Ep.36

Certified Business Professional Coach and Growth Advisor, Mary Collum, talks about her process in revealing her inner coach to herself. Mary walks us through her early days in banking all the way through her work as a leadership advisor and how you can find your inner mentor! To learn more about Board Developer's mission, join us here: https://boarddeveloper.com/ Listen to Business Ahas on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KJRBtiB2Cr2vKj2JCZgpX?si=9jYDiLRdT3mP2-EcjDlfYg Guest: Mary Collum Host: Jim Hayden President: Avery Hayden Media Manager: Bennett Pack Music by Executive Class Productions

January 2, 202626 min

How to Save a Life | Stop Our Stigma | Dale Crogan and Simone Cuccurullo | Business Ahas Ep. 35

Captain of Mesa Fire, Dale Crogan, and News Anchor for Arizona's Family and Good Morning Arizona, Simone Cuccurullo, sit down with Jim to talk about the nonprofit they both contribute to, S.O.S. (Stop Our Stigma). Dale and Simone both discuss the importance of S.O.S.'s mission to help prevent suicide rates amongst first responders and improve the mental well-being through the entire crisis response community. To learn more about S.O.S.'s mission, visit us here: https://www.stopourstigma.org/ To learn more about Board Developer's mission, visit us here: https://boarddeveloper.com/https://open.spotify.com/show/2KJRBtiB2Cr2vKj2JCZgpX?si=9jYDiLRdT3mP2-EcjDlfYg Guests: Dale Grogan and Simone Cuccurullo Host: Jim Hayden President: Avery Hayden Media Manager: Bennett Pack Music by Executive Class Productions #podcast #podcastclips #business #ceo #leadership #mentor #career #careergrowth #careerdevelopment #board #nonprofit #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #firstresponders #firstrespondermentalhealth #police #firefighter #ems #newsanchors #arizona

December 5, 202526 min

Constructing Company Culture | Jerome Grant | Business Ahas Ep. 34

CEO of Universal Technical Institute, Jerome Grant, sits down with Jim to discuss his illustrious career in higher education. Jerome mentions the amazing growth UTI has seen in recent years and gives credit to the company's evolving culture. However, while evolving culture can yield benefits, Jerome warns those looking to change a company's culture, saying it can be a "double-edged sword."To learn more about Board Developer's mission, visit us here: https://boarddeveloper.com/Listen to Business Ahas on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KJRBtiB2Cr2vKj2JCZgpX?si=9jYDiLRdT3mP2-EcjDlfYgGuest: Jerome GrantHost: Jim HaydenPresident: Avery HaydenMedia Manager: Bennett PackSpecial Thanks to RIFT Wine + TapMusic by Executive Class Productions

November 10, 202525 min

The Art of The Deal | Neal Yukolis | Business Ahas Ep. 33

Owner of The Pawn Experts and numerous pawn shops across Phoenix, Neal Yukolis talks about the unpredictable and mysterious world of pawn shops and his work to eradicate the stigma surrounding pawn shops. Neal also reflects on his career in pawn with buying and selling captivating items and clues us in on the art of the deal. To learn more about Board Developer's mission, visit us here: https://boarddeveloper.com/ Check out The Pawn Experts here: https://thepawnexperts.com/ Guest: Neal Yukolis Host: Jim Hayden President: Avery Hayden Media Manager: Bennett Pack Music by Executive Class Productions

October 3, 202528 min

Seize the Moment | Wyatt Giampa | Business Ahas Ep.32

Business Ahas welcomes Head of Partnerships, professional DJ, and Musician, Wyatt Giampa, to learn more about his thrilling career in the spotlight and what he's experienced through his journey with music. Wyatt speaks on always being prepared and having the confidence to seize any moment that may present itself. To learn more about Board Developer's mission, visit us here: https://boarddeveloper.com/ Listen to Business Ahas on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KJRBtiB2Cr2vKj2JCZgpX?si=9jYDiLRdT3mP2-EcjDlfYg Guest: Wyatt Giampa Host: Jim Hayden President: Avery Hayden Media Manager: Bennett Pack Special Thanks to RIFT Wine + Tap Music by Executive Class Productions

September 5, 202527 min

Discover Your Purpose in 7 Minutes! | Carol A. Poore, Ph.D. | Business Ahas Ep. 31

In this edition of Business Ahas, Jim welcomes Carol A. Poore, Ph.D, who enlightens us with her method on how to discover your true purpose. Carol's vast background in thought leadership and her optimistic views of the future give meaning to others in pursuit of uncovering their calling. The 7 Questions to Unlock Your True Purpose: 1. How would you like to be remembered many years from now by those who knew you? 2. What would you do NOW if there were no risk of failing? 3. Think of TWO times in recent years where you felt you were making a difference? 4. How can you immediately ensure you live your purpose each day, with no regrets? 5. Do you see or sense apparent themes or patterns? Note them here. 6. Briefly, try summarizing your thoughts. I believe the purpose of my life is to (describe in as much detail as you choose)7. When will you find time to reflect on your purpose? To learn more about Board Developer's mission, click here: https://boarddeveloper.com/ Listen to Business Ahas on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KJRBtiB2Cr2vKj2JCZgpX?si=9jYDiLRdT3mP2-EcjDlfYg Guest: Carol A. Poore, Ph.D. Host: Jim Hayden President: Avery Hayden Media Manager: Bennett Pack Special Thanks to RIFT Wine + Tap Music by Executive Class Productions

August 15, 202526 min

The Reason Why You Should Put Your Family First | Matt Chitwood | Business Ahas Ep.30

Business Ahas welcomes Principal of PIVIUM Inc, Matt Chitwood, who walks us through his unlikely story to the top of the audio visual integration industry. Throughout Matt's story, the main theme that comes up time and time again is his love for his family and how they are essential to his success personally and professionally.To learn more about Board Developer's mission, click here: https://boarddeveloper.com/ Listen to Business Ahas on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KJRBtiB2Cr2vKj2JCZgpX?si=9jYDiLRdT3mP2-EcjDlfYg Guest: Matt Chitwood Host: Jim Hayden President: Avery Hayden Media Manager: Bennett Pack Special Thanks to RIFT Wine + Tap Music by Executive Class Productions

August 1, 202532 min

Forging a Path for Others | Mariel Tansey | Business Ahas Ep. 29

In this special edition of Business Ahas, President of Your PATHS, Mariel Tansey, reveals her journey and describes what it takes to build a non-profit that is truly changing the lives of others. Mariel also highlights the successes and struggles of building a non-profit aimed at helping youth that are at risk for sex exploitation. To learn more about Board Developer's mission, click here: https://boarddeveloper.com/ Host: Jim Hayden Guests: Mariel and Adriana Tansey President: Avery Hayden Media Manager: Bennett Pack Special Thanks to RIFT Wine + Tap Music by Executive Class Productions Listen to Business Ahas on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KJRBtiB2Cr2vKj2JCZgpX?si=9jYDiLRdT3mP2-EcjDlfYg

July 18, 202524 min

The Qualities of a Leader | Steve Buchanan | Business Ahas Ep.28

Former State Farm Business Performance Consultant and current Partner of KMP Consultants, Steve Buchanan, discusses what it took to go from the classroom to the boardroom. From carrying boxes and setting up flipcharts in meetings to managing his "contrarian" ideas, Steve guides us through his observations of leaders at the highest levels. To learn more about Board Developer's mission, visit us here: https://boarddeveloper.com/ Listen to Business Ahas on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KJRBtiB2Cr2vKj2JCZgpX?si=9jYDiLRdT3mP2-EcjDlfYg Guest: Steve Buchanan Host: Jim Hayden President: Avery Hayden Media Manager: Bennett Pack Special Thanks to RIFT Wine + TAP Music by Executive Class Productions