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SCV Means Business

Welcome to SCV Means Business, the official podcast of the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation. Stay tuned as President & CEO Holly Schroeder interviews business leaders and explores the many ways that companies connect and contribute to their community.

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SCV Means Business
E60: Farewell to a Leader: Holly Schroeder Looks Back on 10 Years at the SCVEDC from 2023-10-03T23:24:34

In this special episode of SCV Means Business, outgoing president and CEO Holly Schroeder is interviewed by board co-chair Calvin Hedman. Holly discusses the history and evolution of the EDC ove...

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E59: Burrtec Waste Industries: Providing Leading Waste Disposal and Recycling Services from 2023-06-07T13:44

Dennis Verner, General Manager for Burrtec Waste Industries, joins the program to provide an overview of his organization and discuss California's new food waste law. Discover the details of the...

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E58: 2023 Economic Outlook: With Economist Mark Schniepp from 2023-04-26T01:00:35

Economist Mark Schniepp returns to the program to provide an update on the local and national economies.  Mark shares an update on the unemployment rate and reveals his prediction about the odds...

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E57: Amicis Research Center-A Leading Independent Clinical Research Company from 2023-03-01T19:02:44

In this episode, you'll learn about Amicis Research Center and the work they are doing to help advance the clinical research industry. Discover how Amicis serves both medical professionals as we...

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E56: DrinkPAK: A Next-Generation Contract Manufacturer of Canned Beverages from 2023-01-25T16:56:51

In this episode you’ll learn about DrinkPAK, a premiere contract manufacturer of premium alcoholic and non-alcohol beverages based in Santa Clarita. Discover what makes DrinkPAK the most techn...

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E55: 2022 Economic Outlook: With Economist Mark Schniepp from 2022-10-18T18:05:40

Economist Mark Schniepp from California Economic Forecast returns to the program to provide an update on the national, state, and local economies. Mark shares his thoughts about various economic...

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E54: Valencia Technologies: Leaders in Neuromodulation from 2022-08-03T15:42:46

Stacy Chambliss, CEO of Valencia Technologies, joins the program to share the origin story of her organization and reveals details behind their innovative eCoin device. Discover how eCoin is res...

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E53: A Tour of the Santa Clarita Valley- With Realtor Neal Weichel from 2022-06-14T14:43:16

This episode features an interview with realtor Neal Weichel of the Neal Weichel Group, as he provides an overview and tour of some of the different areas of the Santa Clarita Valley. Discover s...

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E52: Lavi Industries: Advancing the Science and Design of Crowd Control and Queue Management from 2022-05-23T23:29:57

Yoni Lavi, President of Lavi Industries, joins the program to provide an overview of his organization and the various queuing solutions they provide. Yoni shares insights about virtual queuing s...

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E50: Firefly Fabrications: Building High-Quality Custom Food Trucks in Santa Clarita from 2022-02-23T18:09:10

Justin Campbell, owner of Firefly Fabrications, joins the program to provide an overview of his company and reveals what goes into the manufacturing and repair of food trucks. Discover what it t...

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E49: Elite Media Technologies: Providing Cutting-Edge Post Production Solutions from 2022-01-18T02:10:46

Jason Altman, VP of Business Development and Operations for Elite Media Technologies, joins the program to provide an overview of the services that his company provides and share the story of hi...

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E48: Star Nail: Pivoting and Thriving During the Pandemic from 2021-12-13T19:02:29

Tony Cuccio, Founder and President of Star Nail, joins the program to discuss how he was able to pivot his business during the COVID-19 pandemic, and some of the challenges he has had to overcom...

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E47: Fall 2021 Economic Outlook Event: Part Four- Supply Chain and Key Lessons Learned from the Pandemic from 2021-11-08T21:32:40

This episode was recorded live at the Fall 2021 Economic Outlook Conference. The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and associated business disruptions brought unprecedented challenges for companies in the ...

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E47: Fall 2021 Economic Outlook Event: Part Four- Supply Chain and Key Lessons Learned from the Pandemic from 2021-11-08T21:32:40

This episode was recorded live at the Fall 2021 Economic Outlook Conference. The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and associated business disruptions brought unprecedented challenges for companies in the ...

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E46: Fall 2021 Economic Outlook Event: Part Three - COVID 19 Guidelines and Vaccine Mandates from 2021-11-02T16:33:22

This episode was recorded live at the Fall 2021 Economic Outlook Conference. The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and associated business disruptions brought unprecedented challenges for companies in the ...

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E45: Fall 2021 Economic Outlook Event: Part Two- Workforce and Technology from 2021-10-26T14:15:05

This episode was recorded live at the Fall 2021 Economic Outlook Conference. The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and associated business disruptions brought unprecedented challenges for companies in the ...

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E44: Fall 2021 Economic Outlook Event: Part One- Talent/Hiring from 2021-10-20T14:40:05

This episode was recorded live at the Fall 2021 Economic Outlook Conference. The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and associated business disruptions brought unprecedented challenges for companies in the ...

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E43: Santa Clarita Valley Economic Forecast- with Dr. Mark Schniepp from 2021-10-06T14:51:23

Dr. Mark Schniepp, Director of the California Economic Forecast, returns to the program to discuss where Santa Clarita Valley is in terms of its recovery from the pandemic induced recession. Dis...

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E42: Hudson Spider- Revolutionizing Film and Production Lighting from 2021-09-08T18:48:36

Tim and Sarah Hudson, founders of Hudson Spider, share the challenges and opportunities that they faced along the way as they built their company. Tim discusses how while working as a lighting c...

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E41: Helping Patients Achieve Optimal Brain Functioning from 2021-08-10T19:43:49

Dr. Mark Liker, world-renowned neurosurgeon and Founder, Owner and President of BrainStim Centers, Inc. joins the program to discuss the work that BrianStim is doing to provide transcranial magn...

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E40: Alliance Integrated Technology- Providing High-End, Customized Solutions from 2021-07-14T14:56:06

Billy Russell, Vice President and CTO for Alliance Integrated Technology, joins the program to discuss the work that his company does providing high performance storage and computing for the med...

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E39: Becoming a Certified B Corporation from 2021-06-08T16:38:03

Tony Shepard, CFO of AMS Fulfillment and Craig McCrary, President and COO of NeoTech Products return to the program to discuss what it means to be a B Corporation (B Corp). Tony and Craig discus...

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E38: Navigating the New World of Work with Resurgence IT Founder Jeremy Stepan from 2021-05-18T23:37:24

Jeremy Stepan, Founder and Owner of Resurgence IT, joins the program to discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has led to rapid adoption of new technologies for businesses and provides an overview of...

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E37: Vision Media- Engaging Audiences Via Cutting-Edge Technology from 2021-04-26T15:48:20

Michelle Ross, CEO of Vision Media, joins the program to discuss how she came to her current position, and the digital and physical distribution solutions that her company provides. Discover the...

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E36: LA North Studios- A Full-Service Film Production and Sound Stage in Santa Clarita from 2021-03-29T14:59:54

John Prabhu, one of the co-owners of LA North Studios, joins the program to discuss the evolution of his career and LA North Studios, as well as the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic had on his ...

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E35: AVITA Medical- Unlocking Bold Ways of Restoring Skin from 2021-01-12T21:53:29

Dr. Michael Perry, CEO of AVITA Medical, joins the program to discuss the work that his company does to harness the skin's regenerative capacity to create spray-on skin comprised of the patient'...

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E34: UV Resources- A Leader in Affordable Ultraviolet-C Equipment from 2020-12-01T17:38:57

Dan Jones, President of UV Resources, joins the program to provide an overview of his company, and the various applications of UV light to improve indoor air quality. Discover the crucial role t...

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E33: College of the Canyons- Providing Affordable and Innovative Education and Training from 2020-11-25T16:03

Jeff Forrest, Vice President, Economic and Workforce Development at College of the Canyons, joins the program to discuss how his organization is helping to prepare the workforce of today and the...

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E32: UltraViolet Devices, Inc.- Creating a Cleaner, Safer and Healthier World from 2020-11-09T22:08:08

Richard Hayes, President of UltraViolet Devices, Inc. or UVDI, joins the program to discuss the various applications of ultraviolet technology, including disinfecting drinking water and air disi...

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E31: Applied Companies- The Nation's Leading Manufacturer of Environmental Control Units from 2020-11-03T20:19:40

 Joe Klinger, Vice President for Applied Companies, joins the program to discuss some of the solutions that they are designing for the military, the application of their technologies for combati...

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E30: Updates and Developments in Santa Clarita- With Mayor Cameron Smyth from 2020-10-19T14:42:33

In this Santa Clarita Business Brief, you'll hear from Mayor Cameron Smyth as he discusses some of the exciting developments in Santa Clarita. He also reveals why Santa Clarita has been able to ...

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E29: Packform- Changing and Disrupting the Packaging Industry from 2020-10-13T19:20:45

Preston Geeting, co-founder and director of Packform, joins the program to discuss how his company creates an environment for manufacturers to sell their products to a large network of customers...

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E28: The California Economic Forecast- Statewide and Local Outlook and Trends from 2020-09-29T18:51:38

Dr. Mark Schniepp, Director of the California Economic Forecast, joins the program to discuss the current state of the regional and statewide economy, and the impact that COVID-19 has had on var...

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E27: Vista Canyon- Santa Clarita Valley's Newest Community from 2020-09-03T17:31:12

In this Santa Clarita Business Brief, you'll learn about Vista Canyon, Southern California’s most innovative new live, work, walk and ride community.

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E26: The Center at Needham Ranch- A New Industrial Development in Santa Clarita from 2020-08-19T12:24:53

In this Santa Clarita Business Brief, you'll learn about The Center at Needham Ranch, including the highlights and benefits, and economic drivers of development.

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E25: IAC Commerce Center- Meeting The Needs of the Rapidly Growing E-commerce Sector from 2020-08-04T13:11:47

In this Santa Clarita Business Brief, you'll hear about the IAC Commerce Center, and how they support e-commerce businesses.

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E24: Lamsco- A Global Leader in Aerospace Gap Management Solutions from 2020-03-16T18:02:03

Brian Williams, CEO of Shimtech Industries, joins the program to discuss Lamsco West, Inc., one of Shimtech's business units and the largest single manufacturer of shims and laminated shim stock...

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E21: The Alfred Mann Foundation- Pioneering Innovative Solutions for Medical Conditions from 2019-11-04T14:53:58

John Petrovich, CEO of the Alfred Mann Foundation, and Robert Greenberg, Executive Chairman of the Alfred Mann Foundation, join the program to discuss the history and purpose of their organizati...

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E20: Six Flags Magic Mountain- The Largest Employer in Santa Clarita from 2019-10-04T01:17:49

This episode features an interview with Tim Burkhart and Neal Thurman from Six Flags Theme Parks, as they discuss some of the highlights and history of the theme park. They reveal a new coaster ...

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E19:Behind The Golden Arches- The Evolution of McDonalds from 2019-09-11T02:33:04

In this episode, you'll hear from an owner of several McDonald's stores in Santa Clarita, as he discusses the evolution of the franchise. Discover industry trends and innovations, and how McDona...

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E18: Gerard Cosmetics- Using the Power of Social Media To Grow Their Brand from 2019-08-19T14:50:50

This episode features an interview with Jennifer Gerard, President and CEO of Gerard Cosmetics, as she discusses the evolution of her company and why she decided to start her own business. Disco...

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E17: Lief Labs- A Leading Innovator in the Dietary Supplement Market from 2019-07-29T13:49:59

 This episode features an interview with Adel Villalobos, President of Lief Labs, as he discusses how being based in Santa Clarita has helped his company to grow. He gives an overview of the die...

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E16: King Henry's Inc.- Producing Premium Snacks in Valencia from 2019-07-08T13:13:33

Trina Davidian, President and CEO of King Henry's Inc, joins the program to discuss the history behind the company, and the products they produce, including premium candy, nuts, trail mixes, and...

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E15: ITT- A Global Aerospace Controls Leader in the Santa Clarita Valley from 2019-06-11T02:15:16

Robert Gleason, Executive Director, Product Engineering & PMO for ITT, Inc, joins the program to discuss the work that the company does for both the civilian and military aerospace industries. H...

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E14: Simplify Optics- Making High Quality Lenses in Santa Clarita from 2019-05-13T02:31:55

Keith Grossman and Javan Diaz, owners of Simplify Optics, discuss the process of making high quality lenses and how they have carved out a unique niche in their industry. They reveal their philo...

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E13: Thriving After The Recession- With Landscape Development, Inc. from 2019-04-19T20:02:32

Gary Horton, CEO of Landscape Development, Inc, joins the program to discuss the growth of his company since the last recession, and the lessons that he learned that have contributed to that gro...

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E12: CalArts- Helping Artists Reach Their Creative Potential from 2019-03-18T17:53:28

Ravi Rajan, President of the California Institute of the Arts, joins the program to discuss the history and mission of CalArts, and the unique approach that the school takes towards arts educati...

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E11: Film and TV Location Management in Santa Clarita- A Behind-The-Scenes Look from 2019-02-25T22:29:53

Have you ever wondered how film and television companies find interesting and unique locations for their productions? Karen Bryden, owner of SCV Locations, provides a behind-the-scenes look at t...

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E10: Successfully Handling a Leadership Transition from 2019-01-27T17:00

This episode features an interview with Logix Federal Credit Union's new President and CEO Ana Fonseca, and outgoing President and CEO Dave Styler, as they share the practices that contribute to...

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E09: From Theme Parks to Firefighter Training- How Technifex Creates World Class Effects from 2019-01-09T16:03:06

In this episode, you'll learn about Technifex, a world leader in concept design and engineering and fabrication of show and entertaining systems, as well as simulation training environments. Dis...

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E08: Neotech- Making a Difference in the NICU and Beyond from 2018-12-05T18:43:05

Craig McCrary, President of Neotech, discusses his company's journey into the neonatal space and the evolution of their product line. He shares how they sort through new product ideas and reveal...

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E07: Mission Valley Bank- A Trusted Advisor and Business Partner from 2018-11-15T17:56:31

Tamara Gurney, President & Chief Executive Officer of Mission Valley Bank, joins the program to discuss why she decided to start a bank and how banks differentiate themselves. She shares what Mi...

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E06: Innovate Santa Clarita from 2018-11-01T23:02:12

In recognition of the 4th annual Innovate Santa Clarita campaign this November, SCVEDC President & CEO Holly Schroeder interviews multiple entreprenuers who are growing their business in Santa C...

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E04: AMS Fulfillment- Investing in Employees For Long Term Success from 2018-10-10T12:32:51

Ken Wiseman, CEO of AMS Fulfillment, discusses some of the innovative strategies that they are using to develop their workforce. Ken shares how AMS is using the power of partnership to meet logi...

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E03: Remo Drums- The World's Largest Drumhead Company from 2018-09-24T10:18:36

Brock Kaericher, the President of REMO Inc., joins the program to discuss the rich history of the company, which includes perfecting and marketing the first successful synthetic drumhead. Brock ...

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E02: Scorpion- A Full Service Digital Marketing and Technology Company from 2018-09-03T16:00

This episode features an interview with Jamie Adams, Chief Revenue Officer, and Julia Cook, Executive Vice President of Internet Marketing, at Scorpion, a full-service digital marketing and tech...

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E01: Boston Scientific from 2018-09-02T16:00

Tune in as Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation CEO Holly Schroeder interviews Allen Meacham, VP of neuromodulation at Boston Scientific. Discover the work that Boston Scientifi...

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