The Link

Hosted by Wendy Rodgers, Chris McClure, Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce

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Jun 2026

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The Link is a podcast by the Beavercreek (Ohio) Chamber of Commerce featuring weekly discussions on business topics, community events, Chamber happenings, and guest appearances with local leaders. Learn more about the Chamber and connect with Wendy and Chris at www.beavercreekchamber.org

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June 10, 20261 hr 4 min

Donnie Mann, MannCo Exteriors

In this episode, Wendy Rodgers and Chris McClure discuss the following: they have an informative conversation with Donnie Mann, owner of MannCo Exteriors, about his business through which he provides roofing, siding, windows, gutters, and doors services. they also share about a variety of upcoming Chamber and community happenings and, of course, Wendy gives listeners something to ponder during her words of wisdom segment! Connect with Donnie on Facebook, call him at (937) 397-9681, or visit his website at www.trcmidwest.com Connect with the Dayton Collective networking group on Facebook. Connect with the Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce at www.beavercreekchamber.org and on social media.

June 3, 20261 hr 5 min

Robert Allison, Pathways Financial Credit Union

In this episode, Wendy Rodgers and Chris McClure discuss the following: they have an inspiring conversation with Robert Allison, branch manager of the Pathways Financial Credit Union in Beavercreek, about his personal career journey and all that Pathways has to offer members they also share about a variety of Chamber and community happenings and of course, Wendy gives listeners something to ponder during her words of wisdom segment! Learn more about Pathways FCU at www.pathwayscu.com Connect with the Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce at www.beavercreekchamber.org

May 27, 202656 min

Brian Smith, Fortress Tactical Wealth Management

In this episode, Wendy Rodgers and Chris McClure discuss the following: they have a great conversation with Brian Smith, owner of Fortress Tactical Wealth Management to learn about his career journey and how he serves his financial planning clients they also discuss a variety of upcoming Chamber and community events and, of course, Wendy gives listeners something to ponder during her WOW segment! Connect with Brian and learn more about his services at www.fortresstacticalwm.com Connect with the Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce at www.beavercreekchamber.org and on social media

May 20, 202658 min

Brian McKnight, Greene County Career Center

In this episode, Wendy Rodgers and Chris McClure discuss the following: they have a fun conversation with Brian McKnight, Assistant Superintendent of the Greene County Career Center about the school's exciting programs, growth, and building expansion they also discuss a variety of Chamber and community happenings and of course, Wendy gives listeners something to ponder during her words of wisdom segment! Learn more about the Greene County Career Center at www.greeneccc.com Connect with the Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce at www.beavercreekchamber.org and on social media

May 6, 20261 hr 1 min

Jabari Peoples, Overwatch Secure LLC

In this episode, Wendy Rodgers and Chris McClure discuss the following: they have a fun, educational conversation with Jabari Peoples, owner of Overwatch Secure LLC, about his workplace and community safety and situational awareness training they also share about a variety of chamber and community happenings and, of course, Wendy gives listeners something to chew on during her words of wisdom segment! Learn about Overwatch Secure LLC at www.overwatchsecure.com Connect directly with Jabari at jabari@overwatchsecure.com Connect with the Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce at www.beavercreekchamber.org and on social media

April 29, 202655 min

Rafi Rodriguez, Rodriguez Financial Strategies

In this episode, Wendy Rodgers and Chris McClure discuss the following: they have a fun conversation with Rafi Rodriguez, owner of Rodriguez Financial Strategies, about his upcoming 9th Annual Rafi's Amigos golf outing on June 5th they also share a variety of upcoming Chamber and community happenings, shoutout to several new members and of course, Wendy gives listeners something to ponder during her words of wisdom segment! Register to play or sponsor the golf outing at www.askrafi.com/events Connect with the Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce at www.beavercreekchamber.org

April 13, 202638 min

Special Edition: Jacki Bragg and Jaylee Smith

In this episode, Wendy Rodgers and Chris McClure interview special guests Jacki Bragg and Jaylee Smith, hosts of the Honestly Iconic podcast based out of Bethel High School. They talk about what inspired them to create their podcast and how their school has supported them in this fun venture during their senior year of high school. Jacki is the daughter of Tera Bragg from Hillside Farms at Stonehill Village.

April 1, 20261 hr 2 min

Week of April 1, 2026

In this episode, Wendy Rodgers and Chris McClure discuss the following: they have a fun conversation with Rachel Bane who is the founder of the Sunshine Book Club, Sunshine & Clover Face Painting, a 3-time published author, coach, and speaker they also discuss a variety of upcoming Chamber and community happenings and job openings, and of course, Wendy gives listeners something to chew on during her words of wisdom segment! Learn more about Rachel and her work at www.wildlybecoming.org and www.rachelbane.com Connect with the Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce at www.beavercreekchamber.org

March 25, 202658 min

Week of March 25, 2026

In this episode, Wendy Rodgers and Chris McClure discuss the following: they have a fun (aka hysterical) conversation with Ryan Aubin from Mills Park Hotel about their 10th Anniversary festivities they also share a variety of chamber and community happenings and, of course, Wendy gives listeners something to ponder during her words of wisdom segment! Learn more about Mills Park Hotel at www.millsparkhotel.com Connect with the Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce at www.beavercreekchamber.org

March 23, 202634 min

Special Edition: Lead. Manage. WIN! Book Launch with John Harney

In this special edition episode, Wendy Rodgers and Chris McClure have an exciting conversation with John Harney, founder of Courageous Coaching, about this brand new book, "Lead. Manage. WIN!: Mastering When to Manage and When to Lead". He shares insights on what many organizations are facing today and how to develop supervisors who are able to navigate the ever-challenging workplace. Grab your copy of John's book at https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Manage-Win-Mastering-Manage-ebook/dp/B0GSXQ77HG/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1IBCCTLBQ0BDL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.7NxJhP_nY_LmD4P31MPWiUz-qxDwrAG7SrLf-Xj3n7KZ8WOpmOkbbYRQEMHVdbV5p29IxKglAL99I2s2fheSW62atCrWH_ciQfHyhSRcacIK1XY9eet3pgdRp_7l9eMUP0mBntdYnOsxyADzYjwyFaz2dFAEGYHRx8UhUkgOXVRSEdXmif3CEkTK6p6wp1O240acbRVTOGHD1avs5hDps_giKtEjI6DD57_hWMJT7i0.rnvu2idWf31ZFFTdIGmBJttEvmnWFN3bly9bxjQHIbU&dib_tag=se&keywords=john+harney&qid=1774010432&sprefix=john+harney%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-1 Learn more about John at www.johndharney.com Connect with the Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce at www.beavercreekchamber.org