On the Phoenix Business Brief Podcast, host Bryan Hyde speaks with Ashley Vellón, founder of Check Moon Valley First. Vellón, a dedicated mother and former teacher, explains how she built a platform to connect residents with local businesses and foster a strong community in Moon Valley, Phoenix.

Inspired by a powerful neighborhood Facebook group, she created Check Moon Valley First to address the need for a trustworthy resource for local services. The initiative, encompassing a website, social media, and newsletter, has seen significant success in boosting local businesses and creating a supportive network for entrepreneurs.

Vaillone also discusses "Caring for Our Parents Phoenix," an offshoot project providing resources for senior care. She emphasizes the invaluable role of neighborly trust and community in both business and personal support.

In this episode of the Phoenix Business Brief, Brian Hyde interviews ShaRon Rea, communication strategist and founder of the C.O.R.E. Communication Lab. Rea emphasizes that effective communication starts with self-awareness and offers a unique approach through her "laboratory" model, where individuals explore their communication styles and learn to "Create connection, Own your voice, Respect differences, and Engage new patterns." She provides practical advice for navigating various communication scenarios, including difficult conversations and digital interactions, and introduces her new initiative, "Communicating Through Your Feminine Archetypes," aimed at empowering women. Rhea highlights the transformative power of self-discovery in communication, leading to increased confidence and more meaningful interactions.

On this episode of the Phoenix Business Brief Podcast, host Bryan Hyde speaks with Matt Kenney, founding partner of Echo Canyon Consulting, about the evolving world of public affairs, political campaigns, and grassroots advocacy.

Kenney discusses his journey from military service and law school to political consulting, the differences between candidate campaigns and issue advocacy, and how technology, including artificial intelligence, is changing voter outreach and public engagement.

He also shares insights into building Echo Canyon Consulting, the firm's focus on values-driven leadership, and the importance of authenticity, relationships, and trust in both politics and business.