Tuesday, May 18th, 2010
David Weatherholt continues his ongoing series of interviewing candidates for Alaska’s governor primary election with Bob Poe. David has been asking each candidate their views on the relationship between government and small business. Bob emphasizes that he wants to focus on the future of Alaska’s economy. He says, “Jobs equal opportunity, and opportunity equals hope.”
Geoff Burch joins the show with some great sales tips. Dave introduces Geoff with a riddle, “Well, of course we were skint when we first started.” Listen to show to learn what that mysterious phrase is all about. If you’re in a visual mood, you can watch some of Geoff Burch’s sales videos here.
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Business in Alaska IV
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Tuesday, April 20th, 2010
In this “Getting Down to Business” show, David Weatherholt is joined by a very special guest – Alaska Governor Sean Parnell. They talk about the relationship between business and government. Giving a short history lesson, David emphasizes the importance of government’s limited role in influencing business and its responsibility to ensure business’s freedom to grow and innovate.
Governor Parnell weighs in with the similarities between running a business and running a state. In fact, he owned his own small business for ten years after learning entrepreneurship from his father and understands small business owners’ challenges. Listen to the podcast below for more stories and observations from the governor.
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Working for Alaska
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Monday, March 22nd, 2010
The Alaska State Handball Doubles Tournament, sponsored by Weatherholt & Associates, was held on March 17th. Visit Tim Keaveny’s site to check out some pictures from the event (and see if you can spot Dave!) Here are two pictures to get you started:
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Wednesday, March 17th, 2010
Ron Peck, president and COO of Alaska Travel Industry Association, joins Dave on “Getting Down to Business” to talk about marketing Alaska. Dave starts out the show with a small business and tourism update. Ron has worked in the travel industry for 32 years and brings much experience to the conversation. He reveals a surprising fact- that travel and tourism companies in Alaska are largely small businesses. 92% of ATIA’s membership are businesses with 50 or fewer employees.
Later in the show, Geoff Burch, international consultant, calls in. He is the author of Go It Alone, a great book for those with an entrepreneurial spirit. Geoff talks about the classic Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance and how it applies to those who have recently been laid off or are looking for a way to be self-employed.
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Marketing Alaska
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Friday, March 12th, 2010
Weatherholt & Associates is sponsoring the Alaska State Handball Doubles Tournament on March 17th. The event is at The Alaska Club Midtown, and our own David Weatherholt will be competing. To learn more about handball, visit the United States Handball Association.
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Monday, January 25th, 2010
Pamela Marsch joins Dave Weatherholt in this “Getting Down to Business” to discuss tips for buying and leasing commercial real estate. She is a commercial real estate broker with vast experience in Alaska’s real estate market.
Dave shares his personal experience with commercial real estate and hopes his listeners can learn from his less-than-ideal experience.
Dave also weighs in with his news update, bringing to light some useful business stories.
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Finding the Right Spot
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Friday, January 15th, 2010
Find the answer during a four hour in-depth seminar presenting real-life case studies of local Valley businesses. Courtney Brooke Smith Consulting will guide you through the decision-making process and help you answer the question: Is internet marketing right for your business?
Event Details:
Saturday, January 23, 2010
10 A.M. – 2 P.M.
Curtis D. Menard Memorial Sports Center
1001 S. Mack Drive
Wasilla, Alaska 99654
To pre-register, visit matsumarketing.com. Space is limited, and the price is right. The seminar is just $75.00, and the optional lunch is $15.00.
David Weatherholt aired information about this seminar on “Getting Down to Business.” Listen to the spot below:
Is Internet Marketing Right for your Business?
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Monday, December 21st, 2009
Dave Weatherholt interviews Kim and Blain Roberts, owners of Westport Winery in Aberdeen, WA. They are passionate about what they do and have built a successful small business. Listen for their advice for other aspiring entrepreneurs.
Accountant Paul Foutz joins the conversation and makes projections for the Alaskan economy. He predicts what businesses can expect in the coming year. This episode of “Getting Down to Business” will be valuable to any small business owner.
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The Winery
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Tuesday, December 1st, 2009
Entrepreneurs Sydney Mitchell Dawn Walsh talk with David Weatherholt about their venture: a shoe store for women who love shoes beyond reason. Their store, Shoefly + Hudsons, is in Juneau, AK and appeals to shoe lovers in many creative ways– including hosting private parties.
David also talks economic news, using his experience dealing with recessions to encourage businesses. Paul Foutz joins David later in the show to discuss the Alaskan economy and what’s ahead in the coming year.
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Discovering Latent Revenue
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Monday, November 9th, 2009
David Weatherholt talks with Dan Sullivan, Mayor of Anchorage, about the relationship between government and small business. Throughout the decades, government regulation has been pilloried, but without some key legislation, our business environment would be unstable, recessions would be less predictable and small businesses would find it difficult to thrive.
Dan Sullivan shares his business background and the similarities between running a business and a municipal government.
Later in the show, Amanda Cullen, of Zoo in a Jungle Marketing, explains relationship marketing and how small businesses can develop strategies to build relationships with their customers. Strong customer relationships lead to stronger loyalty, more numerous customer referrals and higher profits.
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Alaska Municipal Government, Small Business and Customer Relationships
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009
On his radio show “Getting Down to Business,” David Weatherholt talks with Bob Poe, gubernatorial candidate for Alaska. Poe discusses his views on the relationship between government and small business– what it looks like currently and what he thinks it should be. This is a great opportunity for small businesses in Alaska to hear the candidate talk about issues affecting their livelihoods.
Also, David speaks with the deputy director of the SBA about the changes enacted last week by the SBA program. Finally, David introduces the show with a history of recessions, how government intervention has helped or hurt the economy and why we no longer call them “economic panics.”
All considered, this episode of “Getting Down to Business” is full of essential knowledge for small businesses.
Alaska State Government and Small Business
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Saturday, October 3rd, 2009
Tourism is 11% of Alaska’s economy, so a small change in growth can affect the state dramatically. What will tourism look like in 2010?
Dave welcomes Julie Saupe to the show. She’s the President and CEO of the Anchorage Convention and Visitor’s Bureau and provides a forecast on the upcoming 2010 tourist season.
How can small businesses that depend on tourism weather the economic storm? Dave’s next guest, Amanda Cullen, gives small businesses advice for reaching their customers– and it might surprise you just who she thinks is your customer. Her company, Zoo in a Jungle Marketing, specializes in small business marketing.
In the news, Dave talks about the credit crisis still plaguing small businesses, even while larger businesses see credit loosening. Dave’s moved “Getting Down to Business” over to station 1080 KUDO, and he’s excited for the new opportunities this station provides.
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Alaska Tourism Report
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Saturday, July 4th, 2009
For Independence Day, Dave spoke about some of his favorite American entrepreneurs and small business people. Then, some breaking news surprised everyone that the state’s governor, Sarah Palin, would be resigning from office in two weeks. Dave and his producer Kathy react to the news with analysis of what this means for Alaska.
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American Small Business Greats
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