Season Four, Episode 14 - Legacy in Motion: Succession, Leadership & Preserving What Matters (Audio)

Season Four, Episode 14 - Legacy in Motion: Succession, Leadership & Preserving What Matters (Audio)

How do you honor a legacy while preparing for the future? In this episode of FountainCast, host Kristin Milashoski, sits down with Sabrina Messinger, Owner & CEO of Messinger Mortuaries, to talk about the challenges and opportunities that come with leading a multigenerational family business. Drawing from Sabrina's experience carrying forward a family legacy built on trust, service and community relationships, Sabrina shares insights on succession planning, leadership transitions, preserving company culture and maintaining brand integrity in our rapidly changing world. While rooted in her family's story, this conversation extends far beyond the funeral services profession. Whether you're part of a family-owned business, leading an established organization, or preparing the next generation, you'll gain valuable perspectives on balancing tradition with innovation, and earning trust while ensuring that the foundational values that built a business continue to guide its future. #PrattPodcasting #PrattMarketingAgency

Season Four, Episode 13 - Making the Most of Your Chamber Membership (Audio)

Are you truly utilizing all the benefits your Chamber membership has to offer? In this episode of FountainCast, hosts Betsy LaVoie and Kristin Milashoski dive into the many ways local businesses can maximize their membership investment through networking, visibility and community engagement. From becoming a Chamber Mixer host and exploring different mixer opportunities to taking advantage of marketing, sponsorships and relationship-building tools, this conversation is packed with practical ways to grow your business through active Chamber involvement. Whether you’re a longtime member or brand new to the Chamber community, this episode will inspire you to plug in, show up and make your membership work for you. #StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency #PrattPodcasting

Season Four, Episode 12 - Beating the Slow Season: Creative Summer Strategies for Small Business Success (Audio)

What does it take to keep business thriving during the summer slowdown? In this episode of FountainCast, hosts Betsy LaVoie and Kristin Milashoski sit down with Debbie Charlton-Webb of Chill Boutique to talk about thinking outside the box during Fountain Hills’ slower season. From creative programming and customer engagement to fresh offerings that keep people coming through the doors, Debbie shares practical ideas and real experiences that can help local businesses stay active, visible and profitable all summer long. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur or community supporter, this episode is packed with inspiration for turning the “slow season” into an opportunity season. #StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency

Season 4 Episode 11 Starstruck in Fountain Hills: Arizona’s Dark Sky Passport & Our Place in the Cosmos (Audio)

Fountain Hills is officially shining on Arizona’s newest tourism map—under the stars. In this episode of FountainCast, Betsy LaVoie and Kristin Milashoski explore the launch of the Arizona Office of Tourism’s Starstruck Dark Sky Expedition Passport, a statewide experience inviting visitors to discover some of the best stargazing destinations in the country. As an official stop on the passport, the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center plays a key role in welcoming travelers to check in, explore, and celebrate their journey through Arizona’s dark skies. Featuring special guest Joe Bill of the International Dark Sky Discovery Center, this episode shares the story behind Fountain Hills becoming the 17th International Dark Sky Community in the world, and what’s ahead with the highly anticipated SkyView Park and Discovery Center opening next year. From tourism and economic development to science, preservation, and wonder—this episode captures how Fountain Hills is becoming a destination where community and cosmos meet. Don’t forget to look up.

Season 4, Episode 10 - Amplifying you: How Local Partnerships Are Changing the Game (Audio)

What happens when healthcare meets strategy, and community meets visibility? In this episode of FountainCast, Betsy LaVoie and Kristin Milashoski introduce Chamber AMPLIFY, a powerful new offering from the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce designed to elevate member events and position local businesses as trusted experts. Joined by Isaac Ezeume of Fountain Hills Medical Center and ER, the conversation highlights how AMPLIFY was used to promote their recent HealthPass event—bringing greater awareness, stronger attendance, and meaningful community impact. This episode dives into the power of strategic promotion, the importance of accessible healthcare, and how local partnerships can drive real results for both businesses and residents. If you're a business owner looking to expand your reach—or simply want to see how innovation is shaping Fountain Hills—this is an episode you won’t want to miss. **AMPLIFY logo attached**. Only add if no trouble at all. :).