Welcome to the Scottsdale Chamber Podcast - Your Source for Local Business Insights and Expertise!
Join us as we explore Scottsdale’s business community through conversations with entrepreneurs, business owners, and industry leaders. Hosted by the Chamber’s President and CEO Mark Stanton, this podcast provides insightful interviews and valuable resources to help your business thrive.
A free benefit for Advantage level members and above, the Scottsdale Chamber Podcast is a powerful tool for networking, promotion, and education.
Produced in partnership with Star Worldwide Networks, this podcast is the perfect way to stay informed, inspired, and engaged.
To highlight your business and schedule your interview, contact the Chamber at info@scottsdalechamber.com or call 480.355.2700 TODAY!
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Recent Podcast Episodes
June 7, 2025 - In this episode, host Mark Stanton sat down with Michael Brandt, owner of Integrated Security Experts (ISE), to explore the vital intersection of cybersecurity, AI, and compliance for today’s businesses. Brandt explained that ISE specializes in helping small to mid-sized businesses and nonprofits establish strong technology foundations through dynamic assessments and strategic AI integration. By viewing a business like a three-legged stool—with tech, cybersecurity, and compliance as the legs—Brandt emphasized that a stable setup is crucial to growth and efficiency.
A Scottsdale resident by choice, Brandt shared his deep roots in the tech industry, from early consumer electronics to corporate leadership and eventually entrepreneurship. His company now serves clients nationwide with Scottsdale as its home base. The conversation wrapped with lighter notes on Brandt’s personal life—including his unique hobby of breeding and showing miniature horses—and a reminder that while AI and cybersecurity may seem daunting, the right partner can make all the difference. Learn more at www.intsecurityexperts.com.
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June 3, 2025 — In this episode of the Scottsdale Chamber Podcast, President and CEO Mark Stanton sits down with Dennis Robbins, Executive Director of the Scottsdale Charros, and Brian Wilder, the Charros new Patron (President), for an in-depth conversation about the Charros’ history, mission, and evolving role in the Scottsdale community, highlighting the Charros Foundation's philanthropic impact which channels over $6.5 million annually into public education and nonprofit support. They also discuss the fun and fellowship that define the Charros experience—from the annual horseback ride and youth baseball clinics to the lively atmosphere of Spring Training. This episode offers a well-rounded look at how the Scottsdale Charros blend tradition, service, and enjoyment to make a lasting impact.
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May 1, 2025 — In this episode, host Mark Stanton interviews Jeff Breese, AIF® CEPA®, and Brent Mekosh, CFP® CIMA® CEPA®, Lead Advisors & Partners at The Wealth Stewards in Scottsdale. They share how their partnership formed, the growth and structure of their team, and the misconceptions people have about wealth advisors. Jeff and Brent explain that they are not stock pickers, but problem-solvers for a diverse client base, offering tailored financial strategies. They discuss the firm’s Scottsdale roots, key investing principles, and what trends clients care about most today.
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