Clear Lake Connections

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Nov 2025

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Host Jamieson Mackay sits down to connect you to the people behind the brands of Bay Area Houston and the local community.

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November 21, 202516 min

Clear Lake Connections Podcast Episode 167 RISKEVAL Safety Solutions, LLC

This week on Clear Lake Connections Podcast presented by UTMB Health: Meet Mitchell Stapleton, owner of RISKEVALSafety Solutions, LLCIn this week’s episode, we meet Mitchell Stapleton, owner of RISKEVAL Safety Solutions, LLC. His business offers assistance to companies that don’t have a full-time risk/safety specialist on their staff. His goal is to provide safety training and risk assessments to ensure jobsites are safe for their employees and customers. Mitchell has always craved knowledge and determined that there is a need for a true safety expertin many different industries. He earned a master’s degree in safety so he can lead clients in the right direction. He strives to be the “go to” for companies and organizations plus he can customize programs just for them.

October 17, 202512 min

Clear Lake Connections Podcast Episode 166 PostNet of League City

This week on Clear Lake Connections Podcast presented by UTMB Health: Meet Marcus Watkins, owner of PostNetof League City In this week’s episode, we meet Marcus Watkins, owner of PostNet of League City that is an all-around businesscenter. Marcus explains that they do shipping, printing, custom artwork, banners and design just about anything a consumer or business would need. We aim to make it personal to take care of our customers the best way we know how. Marcus shares his experiences as an entrepreneur and believes that anyone can do it if they find something they are passionate about, but he cautions to take it slow. He believes you should think through it and have a complete plan before you start. Always have a support group around you to build your success. His wife works with him, and they have developed a great partnership within the business. He suggests focusing on relationship building with customers to bring additional opportunities to expand your business.

September 19, 202513 min

Clear Lake Connections Podcast Episode 165 CMIT Solutions

This week on Clear Lake Connections Podcast presented by UTMB Health: Meet Brad Bricker, owner of CMITSolutionsIn this week’s episode, we meet Brad Bricker, owner of CMITSolutions that is an IT company targeting small and mid-size businesses. CMIT Solutions is a franchise that is locally owned but still connected to others nationwide. Brad started playing with computers and IT back in high school. Working with small businesses is his favorite because he works directly with the owners. Franchising was the way to give him control of his time. Common needs of small businesses include poor configurations of their networks and not having enough security checks. Processing credit cards needsto have the best security systems in place. Detering ransom attacks is important to all companies, especially small businesses. If you have sensitive data, you are a target to be vandalized. Medical practices are a major industry that gets hit by digital criminals. Brad can help manage different levels of security and storage for your type of business. Marketing advice from Brad is to promote your business on Facebook and LinkedIn, but he believes that the Clear Lake Area Chamber has given him the most opportunities to build relationships with small business owners, to build his business.

September 2, 202526 min

Clear Lake Connections Podcast Episode 164 Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre 50th Anniversary Season

This week on Clear Lake Connections Podcast presented by UTMB Health: Meet Jill Reason, Executive Director Bay Area Houston Ballet & TheatreIn this week’s episode, we meet Jill Reason, Executive Director for the Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre. Jill explains that the Ballet is celebrating its 50th year. Jill gives a brief history of the ballet and talks about their amazing founder Lynette Mason Gregg, whose passion led tobringing exceptional performance art to the Bay Area. Jill talks about how she got involved with the ballet. Jill reveals that planning for the 50th season of the ballet began five years ago. Multiple events will take place throughout the year to commemorate 50 years. A community wide birthday party is happening in the month of September where you can visit restaurants across the community who have dedicated desserts for the ballet. September 5th is a huge kick-off at UHCL free to the community. The performance season opens with Swan Lake in October. The Sugar Plum Fairy breakfast and afternoon tea is November 22nd. The annual Nutcracker ballet brings thousands of people to kick off the holidays and this year they will do a record breaking 21 performances. January 31st will be a celebration at Lone Star Flight Museum with a special experience for everyone that attends. The season will end with performances of Oklahoma in April. Jill credits her Board and world-renowned artistic staff that keeps the ballet at the highest level. Jill’s advice to other nonprofit organizations is to diversify your income just in case one area goes down. Go to www.bahbt.org for season ticket information and how you can donate $50 to become a partner of the ballet.

August 7, 202538 min

Clear Lake Connections Podcast Episode 163 UTMB Interventional Radiologist

This week on Clear Lake Connections Podcast presented by UTMB Health: Meet Dr. Arsalan Saleem InterventionalRadiologistIn this week’s episode, we meet Dr. Arsalan Saleem, Associate Professor of Radiology at UTMB. Dr. Saleem explains what radiology is, how it is used and why it is so important to healthcare. He describes radiology as thebackbone of any medical system. All patients connect with radiology during their care. Ultrasounds, x-rays, MRI, CT scans are the most common procedures for imaging. Dr. Saleem discusses the remarkable technological advances in thelast decade for radiology. Scan times are faster, and the digital images are better which result in quicker diagnosis. Dr. Saleem also explains how radiology today can assist him with surgical procedures. Interventional radiology allowshim to perform procedures under image guidance to fix problems in the body without having to cut. Small puncture wounds can be used instead to speed up recovery times.

July 10, 202510 min

Clear Lake Connections Podcast Episode 162 Clear Lake Maids

This week on Clear Lake Connections Podcast presented by UTMB Health: Meet Joyce Roosz, Clear Lake MaidsIn this week’s episode, we meet Joyce Roosz owner of ClearLake Maids. Joyce explains that Clear Lake Maids is a residential and commercial cleaning company in the Bay Area. They offer one-time deep cleaning, weekly,monthly and bi-monthly sessions. Joyce came from the high-tech world but always had a dream of owning her own business that is local and helps people in her community. She believes in taking care of her staff and cares about hercustomers. She credits her parents for her entrepreneurial spirit, having watched them with their businesses. AI has helped her market and build her business. She meets with a group of other small business owners that support one another with advice and ideas. Find Clear Lake Maids at www.Clearlakemaids.com or on social media. Joyce also looks forward to partnering with other businesses i.e.contractors, realtors, property managers, etc…

June 20, 202517 min

Clear Lake Connections Podcast Episode 161 UTMB Stroke Specialist

This week on Clear Lake Connections Podcast presented by UTMB Health: Meet Michelle Vu, Neuroscience ServiceLine DirectorIn this week’s episode, we meet Michelle Vu, NeuroscienceService Line Director for UTMB overseeing the stroke program working with both departments of neurology and neurosurgery touching everything neuro. Michelle started her career at UTMB Clear Lake with the stroke center. She said her passion started as a nurse understanding quality patient care not only for the nurses but EMT’s and everyone else who deals with a patient. Bringing awareness regarding signs of a stroke is imperative. A stroke is an attack in the brain that can cause major disruptions to the body. Pay attention to someone who might be in distress by using Be FAST: balance, eyes, face, arms, speech and time. The faster someone is seen for treatment the better the outcome. Risk factors for stroke include high blood pressure, diabetes, and AFIB (heart not pumping properly). Education and awareness for staff and caregivers of stroke patients is extremely important as additional strokes can occur. Michelle was thrilled to announce that UTMB Clear Lake achieved the prestigious comprehensive stroke designation with the state which means they have the highest level of designation and can treat both types of strokes. Michelle is very confident that anyone needing help will be well cared for at UTMB.

October 24, 202412 min

Episode 151 Via 313 Pizzeria

This week on Clear Lake Connections Podcast presented by UTMB Health: Meet Doug Haines with Via 313 Pizzeria In this week’s episode Doug Haines tells the listeners all about Via 313 Pizzeria. Doug explains that 313 is the area code for Detroit and the concept for the restaurant is serving up the best Detroit style pizza. Doug shares why Detroit pizza is made in a deep dish pan and the secret of the sauce. Doug talks about his history with the company, meeting them first as a patron in Austin to now helping them showcase their delicious food to the Clear Lake Area. Doug also shares about his life in the hospitality industry and how putting others first can lead you to success.

October 17, 202411 min

Chamber Champions Episode 9 Past Chairman of the Board Rebecca Lilley

This week on Chamber Champions Podcast hear from 2023-2024 Chairman of the Board Rebecca Lilley. In this week’s episode hear from Rebeca Lilley, 2023-2024 Chairman of the Board. Rebecca tells the listeners about her year as Chairman and the accomplishments she is most proud of. Rebecca tells why she appreciated all of the collaboration that occurred during her time with the leadership, staff and other community organizations. Rebecca is thankful to her boss Noel and her co-workers at Memorial Hermann for allowing her the time to commit to the Chamber. Lastly, Rebecca shares why she believes in supporting Chambers and leading them to success.

September 12, 202420 min

Episode 150 Wings Over Houston Airshow

This week on Clear Lake Connections Podcast presented by UTMB Health: Meet Natasha Avey with Wings Over Houston Airshow. In this week’s episode Natasha Avey tells the listeners all about the 40th Anniversary Wings Over Houston Airshow coming October 26 & 27 at Ellington Airport featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. Natasha explains that this is a 501(c)(3) community event presented by the volunteer efforts of the Houston Wing, Gulf Coast Wing, and Tora! Tora! Tora! of the Commemorative Air Force, with support from the Lone Star Flight Museum, Collings Foundation-Houston based at Ellington Airport, and the Vietnam War Flight Museum. Natasha shares that this is one of the top air shows in the United States, that brings visitors to our community from all over the world. The airshow is a premier Houston event dedicated to showcasing vintage World War II aircraft, along with the thrills of modern aviation, and has supported a variety of local and national charities during its 40-year history. Natasha describes what a guest can expect at the event including the veteran owned business booths plus the aircraft that can be experienced on the ground. Natasha also shares about the Friday show just for guests with disabilities and the drive-in event. Tickets can be purchased at www.wingsoverhouston.com.