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Episode Directory
May 2012
- 5/16/2012: What's behind the Game? Listen Now
- 5/9/2012: Special Encore Presentation: Just Another Day in Paradise Listen Now
- 5/2/2012: Bring in the Champions! Listen Now
April 2012
March 2012
February 2012
January 2012
December 2011
November 2011
October 2011
BRYANT E. ANDRUS
Bryant is a Staff Planner at KeatsConnelly, the largest cross-border wealth management firm in North America that specializes in helping Canadians and Americans realize their dreams of a cross-border lifestyle. As a Staff Planner, Bryant develops, coordinates and implements his clients’ comprehensive cross-border and domestic financial plans and services. Bryant is a frequent speaker on topics that include; Canadians owning real estate in the US, cross-border retirement planning and cross-border living. He does presentations in both the US and Canada throughout the year. He is also heavily involved with the phoenix community as President of the Phoenix Rotaract club. When Bryant is not at the office he enjoys spending time with his family (wife and four sons) and golfing. View Guest page
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Vito Berlingeri
Vito is the Marketing Director of the Southwest Section PGA. Managing relationships with Sponsors, growing the game of golf through Play Golf America and Junior Golf, and developing the Southwest Publications, including the SWSPGA Calendar and Magazine are his responsibility. Prior positions include the Director of Operations/Business Development for Hot Stix Golf and the Vice-President of Marketing for Profile Sports-Green Fix Golf. He has held executive positions with AT&T and Lucent Technologies which included managing the Event Marketing and Corporate Sponsorship group which included the PGA Tour, the NBA, and 4 Olympic Games. He holds a BS in Business from Pace University, an MBA from the University of Rhode Island, and a degree in Engineering through AT&T's MBA for Executives program. He is passionate about SWSPGA charities, including the Phoenix Children's Hospital and Special Olympics, and is proud of the first ever Virtual Helicopter Ball Drop with www.givethroughgolf.com. View Guest page
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Jon Bloom
Jon hails from the San Francisco Bay Area and made stops in New York and Michigan before making his way back West to the Valley of the Sun in 2003. He just finished his 8th season as the Public Address announcer, backup play by play broadcaster and radio & TV host for the Arizona Cardinals. Along with working for the Cardinals, Jon is currently the host of the Phoenix Suns “Planet Orange Pre and Post game shows” and a top fill in host on Sports 620 KTAR in Phoenix, the flagship home for the Cardinals, Suns, Diamondbacks and Arizona State University. The man many refer to as “Bloomer” served as a play by play voice and sideline reporter on Touchdown Radio’s national broadcasts of the College Football Game of the Week, and works behind the scenes for CBS Sports’ nationally televised coverage of the PGA Tour at the Masters and Pebble Beach. He can also be seen locally as a frequent guest analyst on ABC 15’s Sports Sunday as well as12 News and AZTV’s “McMahon Group” here in Phoenix. View Guest page
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Gail Buck
Gail Buck is the Owner/Broker of Gail Buck Realty. She's also the Founder/President of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals -AZ. Mexican/American, Gail Buck moved to Phoenix Arizona with a strong desire to provide Homeownership Opportunities to underserved communities, Ms Buck opened her own Real Estate company in 2007 with a focus on bi-lingual, bi-cultural service. She quickly gained recognition in the local market for her Community outreach endeavors and shortly after entered into the REO market. As of 2007, Ms Buck is one of the largest REO Brokers in the state of Arizona and her clients include many of the larger banks, servicers and Asset Management Companies. She is presently a strategic Broker for Freddie Mac and sits on the Advisory Board for Both New Vista Asset Management and Corelogic. In 2010 Gail Buck Founded and became President of the Arizona Chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP-AZ). Ms Buck also sits on the Corporate Board of Governors for NAHREP. View Guest page
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Alex Clark
Months before the start of the 2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open, Tournament Chairman Alex Clark is already working hard to ensure the upcoming tournament is bigger and better than ever. As Tournament Chairman, Clark leads the host Thunderbirds in the planning and execution of every facet of the 2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open. Alex has 19 years of experience in commercial real estate and has been with B.D. Baker Company since 2003, previously serving as an associate broker with the Eisenberg Company. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University in Business Finance and Real Estate. Alex has been an active Thunderbird since 2004, serving as House and Grounds Chairman, Player Liaison, Sponsor Value Program Chairman, Mischief, ASU Thunderbird Pro-Am Chairman, Tee Off Luncheon Chairman and last year served as the Assistant Tournament Chairman for the 2011 Waste Management Phoenix Open golf tournament. Alex and wife Katie reside in Paradise Valley, Ariz. View Guest page
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Janette Coates
Janette Coates is the Communications Manager for Waste Management’s Arizona and New Mexico Market Area. She is responsible for the market area’s internal and external communications, media relations, and community relations. Through the years Coates has worked in a variety of industries including solar, economic development, outsourcing, higher education, and sports marketing. As a communications professional with 14 years experience, she has served companies and clients in public relations, communications, marketing, community relations, hospitality, event planning and stakeholder relations. Coates holds an MBA from Pfeiffer University in North Carolina as well as a Communications degree from Florida State University. View Guest page
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Lissa Coffey
Lissa Coffey is a lifestyle and relationship expert and the author of 6 books, including her new one: "What's Your Dharma? Discover the Vedic Way to Your Life's Purpose." Lissa was previously interviewed on Authentic Living on her book, “What’s Your Dosha, Baby? Discover the Vedic Way for Compatibility in Life and Love.” Lissa is the founder of CoffeyTalk.com where she serves up an inspiring blend of Ancient Wisdom and Modern Style. She has appeared on many TV Shows, including the Today Show and her own Wisdom Notes on CoffeyTalk TV. Her expert knowledge of Ayruveda, Feng Shui, Aromatherapy, Hypnotherapy and other ancient philosophies give her relationship advice a unique twist as she offers ancient wisdom to help us solve contemporary problems. Of Lissa’s work, Deepak Chopra says: "Your heart will thank you for Lissa's helpful and heartful vision." View Guest page
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TOM CUNNINGHAM
Tom has been a resident of Phoenix for 55 years and a graduate of ASU with a B.S. degree in accounting. He has been a member of the Phoenix Thunderbirds for 29 years, past USGA Junior Amateur Committee member, past member of the City of Phoenix Citizens Golf Advisory Council and presently a member of the USGA Regional Associations Committee and Executive Director of the Junior America’s Cup. He has been recognized by the Phoenix Thunderbirds as their Outstanding Thunderbird in 1987 and their Outstanding Life Thunderbird in 1993. The Arizona Golf Association recognized him as their initial recipient of their Champions of Golf award 2008. The Junior Golf Association of Arizona has recognized him by naming a perpetual trophy in his honor, “The Thomas Cunningham Perpetual Trophy Annually Recognizing the Junior Golf Association of Arizona Players of the Year.” He has been involved with the Junior Golf Association of Arizona since 1986, as a two year past president of the JGAA Board of Directors and the associations Executive Director since 1994. View Guest page
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Scott M. Drucker
Scott M. Drucker, a shareholder and founding partner of Mack Drucker & Watson, PLC, focuses his practice in civil litigation, with an emphasis on real estate litigation, commercial litigation and construction law. His clients range from individuals to large corporations, which he represents in both federal and state courts, mediation, arbitration and appellate practice. Mr. Drucker has represented clients in every County in Arizona, as well as before the Arizona Department of Real Estate, Arizona Registrar of Contractors, Arizona Association of REALTORS®, and Arizona Department of Financial Institutions. As such, he has extensive experience in resolving both simple and complex matters on behalf of real estate agents, real estate brokers, title companies, developers, contractors, real estate investors, landlords, tenants, home inspectors, homeowner’s associations, lenders, insurance companies and non-profit organizations. View Guest page
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Deborah Dubree
Deborah Dubree gained a unique perspective on business by beating the odds during her climb up the ladder of success from answering the phones as an inexperienced receptionist to owning and running a $20 M Commercial Construction Company, all with only a high school diploma. She attributes her success to using the exact methods she now shares with her athletes. Deborah trains highly committed and fiercely competitive athletes on how to perform at their competitive best confidently and consistently - by keeping their head in the game even when they feel ticked off, upset, or completely frustrated. Her ClearEDGE Method™, Learn to Tame and Train Your B.E.A.S.T.™ incorporates he thirty years of study and application of the most advanced positive psychology, brain research and cutting -edge technology, into personalized, pre-determined routines that are easy to learn and reap immediate results. View Guest page
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Bobby Eldridge
I have taught golf professionally for 36 years, with a proven ability to develop long term relationships with my clients, improve their handicaps and enjoyment of the game. Wrote, developed, edited and produced 20-60 minute golf instructional videos, with sales of over 200,000 videos. I would love to have the opportunity to help your business grow by my 36 years of knowledge in the golf business, You can reach me at 602-741-1416 or email at bobby1golf@cox.net . View Guest page
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Ray Ellis
Ray Ellis, raised in Canton, Ohio has been a Browns’ fan all his life – which makes sense that he would have a successful career as a Browns Strong Safety. Ellis, a four-year letterman at Ohio State, won All-Big 10 honors with five interceptions as a senior defensive co-captain. He went on to play for the Philadelphia Eagles in 1981 and in 1986 joined the Cleveland Browns. Ellis’ career stats include: 427 tackles, 14 interceptions, nine fumbles caused, six recovered fumbles, three quarterback sacks and three blocked punts. Since leaving the Browns, Ellis has been active in both business and community, most recently as Chief Operating Officer for People for People, a non-profit corporation in Philadelphia whose mission is to educate underprivileged youth and young adults. Ellis has also been active with the Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Special Olympics, United Way, United Negro Fund and the National Center for Missing Children. Ellis now resides in Phoenix, AZ with his wife, Darice. View Guest page
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Edward F. Gowan
Positions '85-present Executive Director, Arizona Golf Association '95-present Founder, Executive Director, Arizona Golf Foundation '85-present Managing Director, AGA SSG (Consulting) '89-'98 Executive Director, Pacific Coast Golf Association '81-'85 Tournament Director, Ladies Professional Golf Association '77-'81 Rules Official, Ladies Professional Golf Association Other Major Activities & Affiliations United States Golf Association Golf Writers Association of America, member '73-present International Association of Golf Administrators, President (two terms) Management Committee, Pacific Coast Golf Association, ’89-present; Executive Director ’87-‘97 Past Board Member, National Golf Foundation Past Board Member, Golf Partners LLC Golf Course Consulting Project confidential economic and environmental data development, consulting; Private Consulting Clients include: Republic of China; State of Selangor, Malaysia; Japan; Korea; Mexico; Peru; Argentina; Various US clients View Guest page
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Alicia Guerrieri
Alicia Guerrieri is the CEO and Founder of iSearchDecor. iSearchDecor provides a free home décor referral service connecting consumers with prescreened, local home décor businesses offering exclusive savings. Realtors and new home buyers can utilize the free service by either going to their website at www.isearchdecor.com or by calling and speaking directly to a décor consultant who will assist them in connecting with vendors, gathering quotes, getting measurements and scheduling projects. Before launching iSearchDecor, Alicia won the “Shaping the Future in Business” Award presented by the University of Arizona, Karl Eller School of Business in October 2008 for the innovative technology business she and her husband started in 1998. Prior to this, Alicia has held several corporate positions for Fortune 500 companies including Vice President of Sales, Senior Investment Manager and Municipal Bond Consultant. Alicia is married with two children, a daughter 21 yrs. old and a son 16 yrs old. View Guest page
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Christopher Holmes
Christopher Holmes is a Certified Mortgage Planner here in the Valley and a 20 year veteran of the mortgage industry. Christopher prides himself on educating his clients on their mortgage options and then integrating the mortgage in to their short term and long term financial goals. Christopher is nearly a native of the Valley being a resident since 1979. He has been married to his high school sweetheart for the past 23 years and they have three kids. Currently Christopher is the Branch Manager for Shea Mortgage in Scottsdale where he runs the retail lending side for Shea Mortgage. View Guest page
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Nancy G. Howard
Nancy was born in Houston, Texas and moved to Fort Worth, Texas with her DJ husband to start up KBUY Country Radio. They raised their two children in Arlington, Texas where Nancy owned a successful advertising agency and served as President of the Advertising Club of Fort Worth. In 1993, Nancy moved to Phoenix. She began working with the Arizona Golfer when it was barely a year old. In 1997, Nancy became a partner in Arizona Golfer and in January of 2003 became the full owner of the publication. Arizona Golfer is now heading into its 21st year of publishing with the November 2011 issue. It's become the “Newspaper for Golfers in Arizona”. According to Vito Berlingeri , Marketing Director for the SWSPGA, “Arizona Golfer is read by virtually every golfer in Arizona”. Arizona Golfer is a monthly, statewide, (tabloid in size) publication , that provides all the latest and upcoming local news in golf for locals, visitors and subscribers in 38 states plus Canada and Mexico. Go to www. azgolfernews.com for more info. View Guest page
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Curt Hudek
Curt has lived in Phoenix over 20 years. Drawn by its weather and “golf”, Curt has enjoyed a variety of business careers in real estate, education and golf. Out of college, his first 10 years were as a CPA including 5 years with Ernst and Young as a Real Estate tax consultant, and Public Accountant. He then moved to the Golf Industry with Cobblestone Golf Group and the Tournament Players Club Network managing golf facilities in Arizona and Nevada for 8 years. In 2001, his interest in education led him to the newly created Professional Golf Management Program at Arizona State University which allows students to earn a business degree and the PGA credential at the same time. Under his guidance, the program grew from 40 students in 2001 to over 200 in 2007. In 2008, Curt became the Executive Director of the Southwest Section PGA. This section encompasses the state of Arizona and Clark County (Las Vegas/Mesquite) Nevada and includes more than 1,300 PGA professionals and apprentices. View Guest page
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Jay Josephs
Jay Josephs is the Founder and President of Josephs Appraisal Group and has been appraising homes for nearly 20 years. Jay is also a state certified real estate instructor and has been certified for expert witness testimony. Jay is a Certified Residential Appraiser and is a licensed real estate broker in Arizona as well. Josephs Appraisal Group has been recognized in Scottsdale Magazine, The Scotsman Guide and The Business Journal for both community service and business success. Josephs Appraisal Group is believed to be the only real estate appraisal firm with an emphasis on "Green Appraising," supporting environmental awareness by paying $500 of down payment for any JAG employee who purchases a hybrid of alternative fuel vehicle. Further, JAG employees are encouraged to turn in their conventional light bulbs for free CFL low energy output bulbs. Jay himself drives a hybrid vehicle. When not appraising, Jay enjoys running, sports and spending time with his family. View Guest page
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Bruce Keating
Bruce Keating was born and raised in Kenosha Wisconsin. Graduated from Carthage College in 1982. Taught high school and coached community college men's basketball. Moved to Chicago in 1985 and launched Auto Mart magazine, later sold business to Auto Trader group. Moved to Phoenix in 1997 to launch niche magazines for the Arizona Republic. We purchased the Phoenix and Tucson Relocation magazines 3 years ago. Married for 29 years and we have 4 sons. Also coach , with my sons, high school boys basketball at Fountain Hills High School and have since 1998. View Guest page
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Barry Kramer
University Of Arizona BA 1979 Designated Broker CRS Operating Principal, Keller Williams Realty Sonoran Living, Ahwatukee / Scottsdale / Paradise Valley View Guest page
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Lisa Kunkle-Meyers
Lisa has been with Frey Media for 2 years, and comes to Golfers Guide with over 15 years of Sales and Marketing experience in Information Technology. Her role with Golfer’s Guide Magazine is Vice President of Internal Sales. Golfer’s Guide has a national presence, in print, online and digital formats, with 1.4 million online viewers and over 14 million copies printed annually. Lisa joined Frey Media to head up 360Forward –the golf course website division. In 2011 Golfer’s Guide transitioned from the website business to focus on their core competency which is publishing the Golfer’s Guide. Lisa manages all aspects of the publishing, sales and marketing for the Arizona and Las Vegas regional issues. The number one strategy for Golfer’s Guide is to connect the golfer with all things golf. Lisa and her family vacationed in Hilton Head Island for over 17 Years before making it their full time residence in 2006. Lisa, husband Glen and their Airedale Sarah reside in Bluffton. View Guest page
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Amy LaDow
Amy LaDow truly grew up in the world of real estate. Starting at age 10, she answered the phone and took accurate messages assisting her mother, an agent who won a sales award and a trip to Hawaii, her mother took her along forever fostering a love for Real Estate. At 17 she assisted and REO agent who sold between 30-60 properties a month during the RTC debacle gaining a true respect for hard work and organization. This experience laid the ground work for a strong tradition of customer service and flexibility. After an additional stint in the UK funded by the remodeling and selling of local Phoenix homes, Amy became a licensed realtor with Realty Executives in 2001 earning placement in Premier Marketing Group, the top realtors in Realty Executives. Amy was recently recruited by Lawyers Title as a sales executive.I truly enjoy analyzing stats, utilizing technology to create unique marketing programs for Realtors, loan officers and broker that impact their businesses. View Guest page
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Alan Langston
Alan Langston is the founder and president of ARPOLA, the American Rental Property Owners and Landlords Association. Mr. Langston is very actively involved in issues affecting rental property owners and real estate investors serving as executive director of the Arizona Real Estate Investors Association, AZREIA, and president of the Phoenix Real Estate Club. Mr. Langston founded AZREIA in 2002 and ARPOLA in 2009. The organizations currently provide services and support to thousands of real estate investors that belong to the associations.. AZREIA with chapters in Phoenix, Tucson and Prescott, supports its members though education programs, networking events, a member referred Business Associate Program and over 100 discounts. As president of the Phoenix Real Estate Club, Mr. Langston conducts highly interactive networking meetings to keep real estate investors up to date on market conditions. View Guest page
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Kwamie Lassiter
Kwamie Lassiter played in the National Football League with the Arizona Cardinals, San Diego Chargers and the St. Louis Rams. In 1998 he led the NFL with 8 interceptions. In 2001, Kwamie set an NFL- Record tying four (4) interceptions in a single game. He was named Walter Payton NFL Man Of The Year in 2002. Kwamie was a Pre-game, Half-time and Post-game Radio Analyst for the Arizona Cardinals in 2006 and 2007. He co-Hosted the Arizona Cardinals Big Red Rage Radio Show with Dave Pasche. He is the Founder of Lassiter TACKLE Foundation, Teaching All Children to Kickoff Leadership Through Education. He studied Communications and Public Relations at The University of Kansas. Kwamie says “sports radio, live radio. I know who's listening. My passion for it pushes me to continue to research on all sports so that I bring you facts while also adding my opinions and or just random comments. With that dedication to prepare I know my listeners and call ins are well versed and inquisitive to what's going on. View Guest page
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Jim Leyritz
Jim Leyritz is a former MLB catcher, infielder, designated hitter and World Series champion with the New York Yankees from 1990 to 1996, and 1999 to 2000. THE KING is best known for hitting numerous postseason, playoff and World Series home runs that either won, tied or changed the momentum of several series. Jim is widely considered one of the greatest clutch players of his era. He is a savvy sports motivational speaker and is experienced in both television and radio broadcasting. He has worked for ESPN and hosted his own radio show on MLB.com from 2004 to 2007. His on air approach is considered forthright, sometimes brutally honest, and somewhat controversial. His vast relationships and respect garnered from today’s players allows Jim to delve into topics that the average interviewer could not. Jim is constantly in the public eye and spends his time doing motivational speaking, personal appearances, VIP Meet-and-Greets, corporate and fundraising golf events, Christian causes and youth baseball clinics and camps. There is no topic that Jim won’t take on. View Guest page
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Howard Lindsay
Howard Lindsay is the CEO/President of VYATEK SPORTS and is an internationally recognized expert in Materials Technology and Product Design with a proven history of innovation in Tennis, Bicycling, Skiing, Lacrosse, Baseball/Softball, Archery, Golf and Automotive. Before creating VYATEK, Howard spent 3-years as the VP of Engineering/R&D at True Temper Sports where he established a reputation as one of the leading technical experts in the golf industry, resulting in his inclusion on Golf Digest’s prestigious Technical Equipment Panel. In 1999, Howard formed VyaTek Sports to facilitate his passion for creating high-performance consumer products, accomplished by capitalizing on the synergistic relationship of new technology and innovative product design. In 2009, Howard formed DnA Golf as a wholly-owned subsidiary of VyaTek Sports. Howard has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Arizona State University and pursued an MBA in Marketing before becoming a serial entrepreneur. View Guest page
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Doug MacKenzie
Doug MacKenzie is currently the Director of Communications for the Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau and has served in that role for the past ten years. He has served on the national PRSA Travel and Tourism group as a Board member and President. MacKenzie studied at Harvard and Arizona State Universities and is a native of Tucson, Arizona. He enjoys sports, cooking, and writing. View Guest page
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Mark McMillian
Mark McMillian, was an All-American at Glendale Junior College in California. He gained a scholarship to play for the University of Alabama under coach Gene Stallings. He still holds the Alabama record for the longest interception TD. As a rookie with the Philadelphia Eagles, he was named to the prestigious All-Madden Team. After a brief stint as a New Orleans Saint, McMillian would later have his most celebrated success as a cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs under coach Marty Schottenheimer. Mark, a.k.a. Mighty Mouse, set a Chiefs franchise record for most returned yards. Mighty Mac finished his NFL career with the Washington Redskins along side Hall of Famer Daryl Green and Champ Bailey. He now works with various programs to improve the lives of children and young adults. View Guest page
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J Michael Meadows
J Michael Meadows is the Founder and President of Pro Fund West LLC. Since the company's founding in 1992, he has been responsible for more than $31 million in fundraising efforts for charities throughout the U.S., with special emphasis on the Southwest. Formerly with IBM, Xerox, and Exxon International, Meadows has created a turn-key, replicable campaign model based on the business principals of goal-setting, commitment, communication, and strong leadership. J Michael Meadows and the Pro Fund West Team are driving the Champions 100 Charity Golf Tournament that supports the men and women of the US Armed Forces. The charities involved are Birdies for the Brave, Folds of Honor Foundation, and Navy Seal Foundation. For more information on how YOU can help, go to www.azgolf.org, or call 602-944-3035 or 602- 252-5758 to become a Champion. View Guest page
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Steve Mona
Steve Mona, CEO of the World Golf Foundation and former GCSAA CEO, has been named the recipient of Distinguished Service Award from the International Association of Golf Administrators. Mona was tournament director for the Northern California Golf Association from 1980 to 1982. Then was assistant manager of press relations for the USGA. In 1983 he became the executive director of the Georgia State Golf Association. In 1993 he was named the CEO of GCSAA, and in March 2008, became the CEO of the World Golf Foundation. At the World Golf Foundation, Mona oversees the World Golf Hall of Fame, The First Tee and Golf 20/20, among other areas including anti-doping and global initiatives on behalf of the industry. Mona continues to be an active member and supporter of the IAGA. IAGA president and Carolinas Golf Association executive director Jack Nance summed up Mona's influence on the golf industry by saying, "Steve has proven his leadership skills in so many different aspects of the golf industry. He leaves a trail of success wherever he goes and does so with great integrity." View Guest page
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Laurie Moore
Laurie Moore-Moore is Founder and CEO of The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, a training and membership organization for real estate agents who work in the luxury home and estate market. The Institute awards the international Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist designation. View Guest page
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Debbie O'Connell
Debbie O'Connell Co-Founder, VP LL4G, LPGA Teaching Professional A 21-year vertaan of women's professional golf and an LPGA Class A Teaching and Club Professional, Debbie is the host of Ladies Links Fore Golf Radio Show, oversees sales and marketing for LL4G, and also provides golf tips and instruction. Debb was the 2007 recipient of the LPGA's prestigious Nancy Lopez Golf Achievement Award, was previously honored as the LPGA's National and Southeast Section "Professional of the Year," was named among the LPGA's 50 Best Teachers (2008-09) and made Golf Digest's 2010 inaugural list of "50 Best Women Teachers in America." View Guest page
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Tim Pade
Colorado Golf Magazine is the states largest golf publication promoting golf and the lifestyles of the Rocky Mountain golfer. The magazine celebrates its 25th anniversary with our March 2012 edition. Having been named one of the leading golf magazines in the nation by the National Golf Foundation three times, Colorado Golf enjoys more than 18,000 paid subscribers. The magazine and sister publication Desert Golf Magazine are the only regional golf magazines in the nation currently available as an application on your smartphone, iPad, iPhone. With a press run of 55,000 copies five times per year Colorado Golf features include Travel, Luxury Automobiles, Real Estate, Food & Wine, Maps & Guides, Fees to Private Clubs and much more! View Guest page
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Mary Pomroy
Mary Pomroy has been executive director of the Arizona Women’s Golf Association for 12 years, since 1999. Prior to her position with the AWGA, she served for 3 years as managing director of the Junior Golf Association of Arizona. Mary first became interested in golf administration as a new golfer in a business golf league where she was the volunteer administrator of the league’s Handicaps and tournament play. The AWGA is the second largest women’s golf organization in the nation, boasting 25,000 memberships. Arizona's leader in women's golf since 1924, the Arizona Women's Golf Association (AWGA) supports over 25,000 members at all skill levels. The AWGA is a 501(c) 3 charitable organization which preserves, promotes and enhances the best interests and true spirit of the game. For further information, to make a tax-deductible donation, or to join today, visit our website at www.awga.org or call 800-442-2942. View Guest page
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Bo Preston
Bo spent almost 15 years in the Food and Beverage/Hospitality industry before becoming a PGA Professional. His expertise was in opening and reorganizing free standing restaurants. He was the Director of Golf and the General Manager at Eastpointe Golf and Racquet Country Club in Palm Beach Gardens, FL for 14 years before going to Gleneagles Country Club in 2006. He joined the Management staff at Seville Golf and Country Club in 2009, and since has developed many new and exciting programs for its members that are fun, exciting, engaging, and participative. He serves on the Board of the Southeast Chapter of the South Florida Section of the PGA, and is the recipient of the Titleist – Foot-Joy Apprentice scholarship. He has also been nominated by his peers for the Bill Strausbaugh Award, one of the highest honors in the PGA of America. The Award recognizes a PGA Professional for their mentorship of their fellow PGA Professionals, and service to the community. He is a long time supporter of Junior Golf and has raised over $130,000.00 for various charities in the last eight years. View Guest page
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Richard Rector
Richard Rector has served as president and CEO of Realty Executives Phoenix since 1980 and CEO of Realty Executives International since 1984. As an instrumental leader of Realty Executives International and its franchises, Rector is responsible for managing the strategic development and growth of the international company. Four years after being named president, Rector purchased Realty Executives International from his father, Dale Rector, who founded the original Realty Executives franchise in Scottsdale, Arizona in 1965. Immediately, Rector launched an aggressive international franchise expansion, which ultimately led to the company's incredible growth to nearly 800 franchises in 14 countries. Rector began his career in real estate in 1975 as a sales Executive (agent) with Realty Executives in Phoenix. Today, Rector still owns and operates the Realty Executives Phoenix brokerage in addition to his position as president and CEO of the international franchise company. View Guest page
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James Schlatter
James Schlatter brings extensive experience in the signage and promotions industries to the Fairway Promotions team. Over the last half decade he has served as the Western Regional Sales and Business Development Manager for various commercial signage manufacturers. Using his industry contacts and trade secrets, James finds himself on the cutting edge when it comes to golf promotional signage and outdoor advertising solutions. Most recently, James has taken his expertise to various charity golf committees and sits as Chairman for the Double Angel Foundation. James lives in Lone Tree, Colorado with his wife Kate and son Morgan. View Guest page
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Alice and Danny Scott
Alice and Danny Scott are the founders of Butthead Covers, Inc.( the upside down animal golf club headcovers), now writing about golf, business and leisure, while coaching others on how to live the American Dream through their own business ideas. Alice “retired” at 45 from Avaya as the national director of messaging, with a BA degree and advanced leadership certification. She started 2 successful businesses and was published at age 7. Danny utilized his BA with management careers in rock quarries and oil production. They are members of Golf Writers Association of America, Golf Travel Writers of America and International Network of Golf. They freelance for regional magazines and global websites as well as their own sites, including www.americasgolfingcouple.com. View Guest page
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Ryan Secrist
Ryan Secrist is currently the CEO/Team Leader of Keller Williams Sonoran Living Scottsdale/Paradise Valley. Ryan is also Keller Williams University Faculty Member. Ryan coaches and consults agents around the Valley to higher productivity and attaining their goals. View Guest page
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Hugh McKinley Smith, Jr.
I am originally from Seaside in the Monterey Peninsula of Northern California and a golfer at heart. My home was approx 10 minutes from Pebble Beach Golf Club, where I was lucky enough to play, practice and caddie as a young man. Upon graduating high school as a top golf recruit, I arrived at Jackson State University on an academic and athletic scholarship in 1993. I went on to work in Colorado as a Grants Manager for the United States Golf Association and then in New York for the Metropolitan Golf Association/Foundation. For the last 7 years I have been the Executive Director for the First Tee of Phoenix, non-profit organization which is made possible by the Phoenix Thunderbirds who coordinate the Waste Management Phoenix Open in Scottsdale. Our goal is to impact the lives of young people in Maricopa County by creating affordable and accessible golf to serve young people who have not previously had exposure to the game of golf and develop essential values, such as honesty, integrity, respect for tradition, etiquette, sportsmanship, self-esteem, self-discipline, confidence and a solid work ethic in young people – all values inherent in the game of golf. Currently The First Tee of Phoenix is impacting over 70,000 youth a year. View Guest page
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Kasten Spethmann
After 11 years of working in the VC world and raising Private Equity money, Kasten Spethmann decided to shift gears and bring her knowledge and connections to the Entrepreneurs. She has worked on projects in industries ranging from software, technology and telecom to auto parts, beverages, cosmetics and much more. Through the years she has not just gained valuable information on strategic investing, but also on entering particular markets, how to create successful joint ventures and creating good exit strategies. She now offers her expertise to clients and teaches group workshops on the basics on starting a business and raising money. In 2004 came her biggest challenge was a car accident that left her in a hospital for two years. Her life changing injuries cost her everything but her determination to succeed. She has since rebuilt her entire business and feels that the challenges and lessons she endured make her that much more equipped to help others become successful business owners. View Guest page
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STAAR Night
STAAR Night is the Annual Fundraiser for The Hutch Fund, a charity set up by the Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS® to help REALTOR® and Affiliate members experiencing crisis or catastrophe through no fault of the individual. The performance is a Broadway-style talent show, with performances by the Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS® and Affiliate Members. The night features a variety show comprised of singing, dancing, ensembles, and comedy. • STAAR Night 2012 is Tuesday, May 22nd at The Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts. • The goal for 2012 is to raise $110,000….Help us Reach our Goal by buying Tickets at www.STAARNight.com View Guest page
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Tina Tamboer
Tina holds a finance degree from Virginia Tech and spent 17 years as a data analyst, software trainer and sales executive. To all: Please do not reply to my emails or texts while driving, I can wait. Tina Tamboer-Glatfelter | Tamboer Consulting LLC & The Cromford Report | Direct: 480-250-0587 Executive Board Member of NAHREP-AZ (www.nahrep-az.com) Chair for the NAHREP-AZ American Dream Run (www.facebook.com/AmericanDreamRun) LinkedIn Profile : Tina (Tamboer) Glatfelter Facebook Fan Page: www.facebook.com/ArizonaRealEstateTrends View Guest page
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Mark Taylor
Mark Taylor has more than 16 years of experience in the mortgage industry. His expertise ranges from the simple 30-year fixed product to the most challenging mortgage scenarios, always resulting in a sound investment for his clients. Mark also specializes in structuring real estate portfolios for investment and retirement needs and has earned numerous awards for his dedication to service and high productivity. Mark has also ranked 139th in the nation by Mortgage Originator Magazine for 2007 national production and has maintained a ranking as one of the top 200 mortgage bankers in the U.S. by the same publication, for the last five years. Mark specializes in FHA, VA, USDA, HUD, Conventional and Jumbo loans in Arizona and California. Mark also specializes in structuring real estate investment portfolios for retirement using FHA, VA, Conventional and Jumbo loan products. View Guest page
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Glen Turk
Glen Turk is a Wisconsin native and has been the Senior Writer/Editor of Midwest Golfing Magazine since 2006. Midwest Golfing Magazine was formerly known as Pub-Links Golfer's Magazine and is a free publication distributed four times per year throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa, Indiana, and Ohio. You can also follow MGM online at www.midwestgolfingmagazine.com and facebook.com/midwestgolfing. His duties at MGM include writing course features, facilitating product testing, and overseeing the overall content and look of the magazine. Glen plays to a 6 handicap but once set a record by having his ball retriever regripped 15 times in one calendar year. Finally, if you haven't caught on by now, the two most worthy weapons in Glen's writing arsenal are self-deprecating humor and pithy one-liners. My signature line, "Be A Force on The Course" and now more recently, "Hit 'Em Where They Mow!" can be reused at no charge. View Guest page
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Debbie Waitkus
President and Founder of Golf for Cause®, is a business-golf expert who moves others to use golf as a strategy to achieve objectives - “turn golf into gold®.” The former President of Women in the Golf Industry, Co-Founder of the National Women’s Golf Alliance and the 2012 YWCA Sports Leader/Maricopa County, Debbie skillfully uses golf as a metaphor to anchor the learning for business concepts, motivational topics and life lessons. She also enlightens others on ways to use golf for business, de-mystifying the game. Whether the audience consists of skilled golfers, hackers or non-golfers, her content is always memorable and inspiring! Waitkus is the former president of a $130 million private mortgage banking firm, where she attributed golf as one of her keys to success. She has appeared in numbers media outlets and clients include AZ Commercial Real Estate Women, General Mills, Golf Academy of America, The LPGA , SRP, Thunderbird School of Global Management, and Wells Fargo. View Guest page
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Bob Williams
Bob Williams is currently the General Manager at Trilogy at Vistancia a Shea Homes Resort Lifestyle Division community. I have worked in multiple roles over 8 years with Shea Homes in Sales, Operations and General Management. I have been in the new home building business for over 18 years with three major builders in sales, Sales Management, General Management and Division President roles. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Univ. of Santa Clara with dual Bachelor of Science Degrees in Finance and Marketing. I have been involved with the planning and development of Trilogy at Vistancia since its inception and am proud to be associated with such a high quality resort lifestyle community. View Guest page
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Greg Wires
Greg Wires is the owner and Publisher of Golf Minnesota. He started Golf Minnesota magazine in 1996 and added the golfminnesota.com website in 1997. Because giving golf consumers up to date information on golf courses in directory format has always been what Golf Minnesota does best, adding this information to the newest technology of smart-phone apps was a natural transition. In spring of 2011 Wires brought his Golf Minnesota iPhone app to market through the Apple app store and to the Android Market. As Mr. Wires owns the unique source code for these state golf apps, he has been able to add other states to his stable of golf apps. Now live for 10 states with several others slated to become available in the coming weeks, these golf apps give consumers ‘One-Touch Call’, ‘Find Courses Maps’ and more with new functions in the works. Apps are now available for AZ, CA, FL, MA, MN, NC, NM, NY, SC, TX while GA, IL, MI, NV, OR and WA go live this month. Contact Greg at sales@golfminnesota.com View Guest page
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What's behind the Game?
May 16, 2012
Hosted by Jane and Al Andersen
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We're focusing on the business and vision of Golf! The CEO of World Golf Foundation, Steve Mona, will be sharing his experience from National Golf Day when WE ARE GOLF, a coalition of the game's leading associations and industry partners, met with Members of Congress on Capitol Hill recently. As a result of their efforts, golf is no longer being excluded from important legislation. We'll also talk with the Crawford brothers, Daryl and Derek, who have spent 30 years serving the Phoenix golf community. You won't want to miss their practical insight about the game, Daryl is the Director of Golf at ASU Karsten and Derek is the GM at Raven Golf Club. PLUS, Ed Gowan, Executive Director of the Arizona Golf Association, will give us an update on the AGA, it's purpose, responsibilities, and their vision of the future for golf. He'll share how they are supporting and servicing the recreational player...and give us an update on the Champions 100, Golf Marathon. Come join in the fun!
The Golf Realty Network
Wednesday at 8 AM Pacific Time on VoiceAmerica Variety Channel
Ten percent of the population plays golf and ten percent of the homes sold in the Phoenix Metro area were in golf communities last year alone. We know you want to live where you play, and we'll provide the information you'll need to make smart choices. Real estate contains many niches and sub-markets which can be hard to interpret if you're not in the business every day. We'll be providing up-to-date local market information and industry experts will join us to discuss specific topics related to the Arizona and Las Vegas markets. We will showcase specific golf communities, talk with and get tips from golf pros, hear about the latest products from golf vendors, and feature the Southwest Section PGA staff. We'll include real estate agents and brokers that are knowledgeable about golf properties, the buy/sell process, and market trends. It will be news you can use! The Golf Realty Network airs live Wednesdays at 8 AM Pacific Time on VoiceAmerica Variety and weekly on VoiceAmerica Sports.
Jane and Al Andersen
Jane and Al Andersen are the consummate entrepreneurs. They both are passionate about golf and real estate. So, in March 2011 they started Golf Realty Network. Golf Realty Network (GRN) is a marketing company that connects golfers and golf enthusiasts to real estate through their member real estate agents that specialize in golf properties. The Agents join GRN from a variety of brokerages across Arizona and Southern Nevada. Through their exclusive partnership with the Southwest Section PGA, they are promoting over 390 public and private golf courses in Arizona and Southern Nevada and helping golf enthusiasts find a home for their clubs. Their mantra is "Live Where You Play," so why not formalize the relationship and create an amazing golf property resource where buyers and sellers can access information about the golf course, find a real estate agent, learn about the area amenities, browse properties for sale, and take-in the Club Lifestyle? Their online golf properties of the Southwest listing magazine gives clients the ability to browse or search for golf homes by state, city, or course, at the touch of a finger. They also upload video course reviews that give the viewer a "snapshot" of the golf club and golf course. Jane and Al love to have fun, work hard, and enjoy a round of golf or two themselves. They are business graduates from Arizona State University and reside in Chandler, Arizona, in the Ocotillo Golf Community with their two lovable schnauzers, Wally and Sparky.
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