The Chamber is excited to provide this podcast to our community. We want to show local residents the impact our members have on the community, and why it’s so important to shop local, by sharing the story of the Chamber as well as a behind the scenes look that the stories of our members.
078: Dave Nuss - HFL Consulting/HFL NetworksOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Dave Nuss from HFL Consulting/HFL Networks. Dave shares a bit about his businesses and what he enjoys about our community. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/26600583
077: Gary & Heike Hackney, Serenity Spa & Wellness CenterOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Gary & Heike Hackney from Serenity Spa & Wellness Center. They share what led them to start their business and why they love this community so much. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/26467002
076: Leadership Pulaski County Class 10 GraduatesOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Leadership Pulaski County Class 10 graduates April Bryan, Chantel Higdon and Geoff Knoll. They share what they enjoyed most about the course and why you should sign up for the next class which starts in August. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/26317731
075: Luge Hardman, 2022 Citizen of the YearOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Luge Hardman, 2022 Citizen of the Year. Luge shares what it means to her being named Citizen of the Year and why she loves this community so much. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/26022828
074: Hilary Bales, Waynesville R-VI School District SuperintendentOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Hilary Bales, new superintendent of the Waynesville R-VI School District. Hilary shares her goals for the school district and what she loves about our community. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/25736499
073: Chamber Ambassador Club Outgoing & Incoming President John Moore & Theresa StaffordOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with outgoing Chamber Ambassador Club President John Moore and incoming president Theresa Stafford. John and Theresa talk about why they want to continue growing the Ambassador Club and what it means to represent the Chamber and their role in making Chamber members feel welcome at events and in our community. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/25589310
072: Ken & Elaine Harrison - St. Robert Self-Storage & U-Haul/Harrison Rentals & InvestmentsOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Ken & Elaine Harrison from St. Robert Self-Storage & U-Haul/Harrison Rentals & Investments. They talk about what they love about our community, both the people and the opportunities and why they chose to keep their businesses here. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/25450305
071: David Brown, Lost in the Woods Cycle & SupplyOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with David Brown from Lost in the Woods Cycle and Supply. He shares that he believes leaders should be kind and honest. He also shares what he loves about living and owning a business in our community and the legacy he hopes to create. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/25337358
070: Tai Kimes, Blue Star Families of MissouriOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Tai Kimes from Blue Star Families of Missouri. She shared the mission of the Blue Star Families organization and how they work to serve military families. She also shared what she loves about living and working in our community. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/25193325
069: Rocky & Maggie Espinoza, Haute Dawgs Gourmet Hot Dogs & EateryOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Rocky & Maggie Espinoza from Haute Dawgs Gourmet Hot Dogs & Eatery. They share their journey to owning their own business, what their business name means and why they love this community. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/25051212
068: Edward Conley, 2022 Veteran of the YearOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Edward Conley, the 2022 Veteran of the Year. Ed shares his adventures of serving in the Army and why he enjoys our community. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/24893046
067: The Pulaski County Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored PeopleOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Charles Quinn and Cynthia Andry from the The Pulaski County Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) . Charles and Cynthia share the mission of their organization and what it means to be a part of our community. They also share what they feel are important characteristics of being a leader, characteristics like empathy and the ability to be a great follower too. The Pulaski County Branch of the NAACP is this year's Route 66 Challenge Charity. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/24618447
066: Jay Fox, Fox Financial GroupOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Jay Fox from Fox Financial Group. Jay shares how he loves the support he sees in this community. He also shares what he enjoys the most about assisting families with their financial planning. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/24461118
065: Jenna Hamilton, Every Blooming ThingOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Jenna Hamilton from Every Blooming Thing. Jenna shares why she chose to go into the family business and why she loves our community so much. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/24026418
064: Jarrod McCleod, Sign SmartOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Jarrod McCleod from Sign Smart. Jarrod shares what brought him to our community to start his business and why he views his employees as family. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/23899110
063: Pastor Susan Marshall- Still Useable MinistriesOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Pastor Susan Marshall from Still Useable Ministries. Pastor Marshall shares how she is able to do the work she has been called to do with the help of our community. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/23744153
062: Rosalind Pride, Incoming Chamber Board PresidentOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with incoming Chamber Board President, Rosalind Pride. Rosalind shares why she chose to serve on the Chamber Board and why she feels the Chamber is important to the community. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/23594156
061: Theresa Stafford, Chamber Board of DirectorsOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with outgoing Chamber Board Member, Theresa Stafford from American Family Insurance Stafford Agency. Theresa shares what she has learned and what she has enjoyed serving on the Chamber Board. She also shares how much she loves how our local community pulls together. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/23459297
060: Lorenzo Valdivia, "Get Motivated to Be Better Daily"On today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Lorenzo Valdivia from Force Multiplier Defensive Systems. Lorenzo shares that he strives to be motivated daily to be better to everyone he comes in contact with and what that means. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/23305859
059: Dr. Brian Henry, Superintendent Waynesville R-VI School DistrictOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Waynesville R-VI School District Superintendent Dr. Brian Henry. Dr. Henry shared what he has loved about serving in this community. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/23165030
058: Junior Leadership Pulaski County GraduatesOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Junior Leadership Pulaski County graduates, Ashley Baker, Clayton Gregory and Kailey Sowards. They share the impact that the Junior Leadership Pulaski County program has had on them and what they learned. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]./episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/23016506
057: Tracy O'Quinn, "Fort NOT Lost in the Woods" PodcastOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Tracy O'Quinn from O'Quinn Marketing. Tracy shares why she started the "Fort NOT Lost in the Woods" Podcast and what she has learned from her guests and why she wants to share their stories. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/22865750
056: Leadership Pulaski County Class 9 Graduates Discuss Why You Should ApplyOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats Zach Guller and Miriam Jones, recent graduates from Leadership Pulaski County Class 9. They share what they learned and why you should apply for the next session. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/22713494
055: Michelle Reeves, Waynesville-St. Robert Senior CenterOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Michelle Reeves from the Waynesville-St. Robert Senior Center. Michelle shares that the senior center is more than just a place to go for a meal and why she loves serving the patrons who go there. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/22557704
054: Larry Helms, BSC OutdoorsOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats Larry Helms from BSC Outdoors. Larry shares how he loves the diversity of our community and how he loves to watch them fall in love with Pulaski County. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/22406276
053: Pastor Brett Reith, Waynesville United Methodist ChurchOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Pastor Brett Reith from Waynesville United Methodist Church. Pastor Reith shares the importance of learning to build realistic expectations on flexibility and adaptability and offering yourself grace. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/22245038
052: Donald Dodds, Phelps County FocusOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats Donald Dodds from the Phelps County Focus. Donald shares his advice on the importance of being honest with yourself when building your career. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/22096826
051: Chamber Ambassador Club Outgoing & Incoming President Chantel Higdon & John MooreOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with outgoing Chamber Ambassador Club President Chantel Higdon and incoming president John Moore. Chantel and John share what led them to become Chamber Ambassadors and why wearing the blue coat is important to them. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]./episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/21922679
050: Mike Edwards, Alpha Media KFBD-FM, KIIK-FM, KJPW-AM, KOZQ-AM, KJEL-FM and KBNN-AMOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Mike Edwards from Alpha Media. Mike shares about his long career in radio and how he loves how much our community supports the military. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]./episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/21632960
049: Doug Potts- Economic Development, City of WaynesvilleOn today’s episode of Behind the Community, Chamber Director Cecilia Murray chats with Doug Potts, Economic Development with the City of Waynesville. Doug shares some goals in his new role and how vital it is to have a strong community spirit. To learn more about the WSR Chamber and how your business can be featured on the Behind the Community podcast, email us at [email protected]./episode/index/show/wsrchamber/id/21506663
