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Biz Buzz 413

Jill Monson

Amplifying Voices in the Western Massachusetts Business Community

business entrepreneurship

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24:49

S2 - EPISODE 4: We chat with JGS Lifecare about aging...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/11/06

Host Jill Monson sits down with Mary-Anne Schelb from JGS Lifecare to discuss ways to help an aging loved one (or prepare ahead for yourself), learn more about JGS, and explore what holistic life coaching is all about. THANK YOU TO OUR GROUNDBREAKER SPONSOR: Home City Development has been building better neighborhoods since 1967. Based out of Springfield, Mass, Home City believes everyone deserves a quality home. For more than 50 years, they’ve helped families find stability, pride, and conne...

27:07

S2 - EPISODE 3: Learn how you can save on your...

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2025/10/22

In this episode, our host, Jill Monson caught up with Bud Sumner, Partner at Sumner & Toner Insurance Services. She admitted early on that the topic could be one less than exciting (LOL), but she was pleasantly surprised and you will be too. Their chat includes some very practical tips for you to save on your insurance premium, plus a discussion about recent changes in the industry and Bud’s thoughts on renters insurance. To connect with our guest: Bud Sumner, PartnerSumner & To...

6:25

S2 - LIVE!: Special episode at the “Western Mass...

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2025/10/15

We're live at the “Western Mass Developers Conference” hosted by the Western Mass EDC with special guest, with Cesar Ruiz; Founder CEO USA International Sports Complex; Wyckoff Country Club and the Ruiz Family Foundation Website: https://www.wyckoffcountryclub.com Website: https://usaisports.com Connect with Cesar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cesarruizjr Connect with Western Mass EDC: https://www.westernmassedc.com

5:33

S2 - LIVE!: Special episode at the “Western Mass...

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2025/10/15

We're live at the “Western Mass Developers Conference” hosted by the Western Mass EDC with special guest, with Tessa Murphy-Romboletti, Executive Director of EforAll Pioneer Valley and Holyoke City Council President Website: https://eforall.org/es/programs/pioneer-valley Website: https://www.holyoke.org Connect with Tessa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessa-murphy-romboletti Connect with Western Mass EDC: https://www.westernmassedc.com

4:03

S2 - LIVE!: Special episode at the “Western Mass...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/10/15

We're live at the “Western Mass Developers Conference” hosted by the Western Mass EDC with special guest, with Tricia Canavan, CEO of Tech Foundry. Website: https://www.thetechfoundry.org Connect with Tricia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-canavan-4351774 Connect with Western Mass EDC: https://www.westernmassedc.com

3:40

S2 - LIVE!: Special episode at the “Western Mass...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/10/15

We're live at the “Western Mass Developers Conference” hosted by the Western Mass EDC with special guest, Seth Stratton of Fitzgerald Law, P.C. Website: https://fitzgeraldpc.com Connect with Seth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-stratton-63ab877 Connect with Western Mass EDC: https://www.westernmassedc.com

7:55

S2 - LIVE!: Special episode at "413 Entrepreneur...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/10/09

We welcomed an old friend with a great tie, Paul Silva from Innovate413. Western Mass is bursting with creativity, talent, and grit. Now, Innovate413 is building a startup community to catalyze innovation and create the future. Innovate413 recently launched a new kind of venture studio – a designed to help bold ideas grow, connect founders to game-changing partners, and build the next generation of employers right here at home. Learn more with this quick into to the organization during...

9:56

S2 - LIVE!: Special episode at "413 Entrepreneur...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/10/09

We sat down for a quick chat with Senator Adam Gómez during the "413 Entrepreneur Spotlight". This month it was a celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, this special Spotlight event features Unstoppable Latina, an initiative empowering Latina entrepreneurs and business professionals across the region. The "413 Entrepreneur Spotlight" is a monthly event that shines light on our local entrepreneurs brought to you by Common Capital & Living Local 413. State Senator Adam Gómez (D-Sprin...

7:04

S2 - LIVE!: Special episode at "413 Entrepreneur...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/10/09

"413 Entrepreneur Spotlight" is a monthly event that shines light on our local entrepreneurs brought to you by Common Capital & Living Local 413. Check out this episode with Roberto Nieves, Common Capital, Director of Outreach and Communications Common Capital is an approved SBA Microloan and Community Advantage Lender, a member of Opportunity Finance Network, and is certified by the US Treasury. Learn more about Common Capital here > https://commoncapitalma.org The "413 Entrepre...

24:01

S2 - EPISODE 2: Challenges an aging population face...

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2025/10/09

Host Jill Monson connected with Maura Lessard from Nurse Advocates to chat about a very important topic… What challenges do the aging population face while navigating the healthcare system? Whether you are aging yourself or taking care of a loved one we dive into some very critical things to consider. Today (10/9) is also her birthday. Happiest of days to you Ms. Maura!!! Connect with Maura: Maura Lessard, RN, BSN, CCM, CDP, Nurse Advocate, Board Certified Case Manager, Aging Life...

8:03

S2 - Episode 1 (part 2): A discussion about all...

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2025/10/03

SEASON TWO'S FIRST EPISODE! Podcast host, Jill Monson, was thrilled to welcome Shannon Rudder, President & CEO, Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services (MLKFS). They cover A LOT (lol) in this two-part episode, if you missed PART ONE, make sure to check it out. In PART TWO learn about an exciting event MLKFS is bringing back to our community.... The Social Justice Impact Awards Luncheon happening on Saturday, October 18th. Learn about the recipients and about how to get tickets...

23:03

S2 - Episode 1 (part 1): A discussion about all...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/10/03

SEASON TWO'S FIRST EPISODE! Podcast host, Jill Monson, was thrilled to welcome Shannon Rudder, President & CEO, Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services (MLKFS). They cover A LOT (lol) in this two-part episode including in PART ONE: How MLKFS is working to build a “just, compassionate region”.Defining the term “no cap” Discussing who is welcome at MLKFSSharing about “Be Love” traveling tourWhat Shannon means by “purposeful partnerships”Come back for PART TWO and learn about an e...

15:59

Episode 12 (part 1): Chatting about the Up Next...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/09/25

Episode 12 - Part 1 Another episode is LIVE! This is a VERY special episode, live and IN-STUDIO with YPS President, Kara Bombard, and YPS Incoming President, Aiden McDonald and we’re chatting about a first-ever event hosted by Springfield YPS… the Up Next Summit. October 16, 202510:00am – 5:30pm with 5:30 – 7:30pm AfterpartyMGM SpringfieldTickets are on sale now! Go to > https://www.springfieldyps.com/upnextABOUT: The future belongs to leaders like you. Up Next is built for eme...

16:02

Episode 12 (part 2): Chatting about the Up Next...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/09/25

Episode 12 - Part 2 Another episode is LIVE! This is a VERY special episode, live and IN-STUDIO with YPS President, Kara Bombard, and YPS Incoming President, Aiden McDonald and we’re chatting about a first-ever event hosted by Springfield YPS… the Up Next Summit. October 16, 202510:00am – 5:30pm with 5:30 – 7:30pm AfterpartyMGM SpringfieldTickets are on sale now! Go to > https://www.springfieldyps.com/upnextABOUT: The future belongs to leaders like you. Up Next is built for eme...

28:57

Episode 11: 'Behind the BIZ Card' with Annie Keinath,...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/09/23

Our next “Beyond the Biz Card Series” special guest is Annie Keinath, owner of Juicy Cakes by Annie. Host, Jill Monson, and Annie went to school together - see how Jill described Annie back in the day, plus learn more about the baker behind the apron in this episode. A special shoutout to Annie's daughter, Ayden-Maeve Bradley, who reconnected these two East Longmeadow Spartans twenty-five or so years after graduation. Contact information: Juicy Cakes by Annie641 North ...

5:41

LIVE! Chat with Jay Ash: special episode at "413...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/09/11

Our first "quick chat" guest is Jay Ash, President & CEO at Massachusetts Competitive Partnership and Former Massachusetts Secretary of Housing and Economic Development. We are together at the “413 Entrepreneur Spotlight” – Living Local 413’s monthly event brought to you by Common Capital, that shines light on our local entrepreneurs! For more information click here.

5:43

LIVE! Chat with Dylan Pilon: special episode at "413...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/09/11

We are LIVE at the first “413 Entrepreneur Spotlight” with special guest Dylan Pilon, Founder of Cloud 9 Marketing Group. The event, presented by Living Local 413 and brought to you by Common Capital, is now a monthly must attend event that shines light on our local entrepreneurs!

5:05

LIVE! Chat with Mark Ashe: special episode at "413...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/09/11

Our first time BIZ BUZZ 413 goes live. We have special guest, Mark Ashe, CEO & President at MARX entertainment, and we are at Living Local’s first “413 Entrepreneur Spotlight” brought to you by Common Capital. It’s a monthly event that shines light on our local entrepreneurs! You don’t want to miss it. Sign up now for next month at > https://www.livinglocal413.org/413-entrepreneur-spotlight.

18:21

Episode 10 (part 2): Happier Valley Comedy's BIG...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/09/04

This week’s guest is Pam Victor, founder and Head of Happiness at Happier Valley Comedy. On this episode: Find out about the experiment that started it allLearn who is famous for this quote, “Say yes then figure it out.”Pam does an improv exercise with Jill (how do you think Jill does??) Hear the BIG announcement!!!MORE INFORMATION Happier Valley Comedy Let's Make the Happy Valley HAPPIER! Improv Shows * Classes * Professional Development www.happiervalley.com Che...

13:58

Episode 10 (part 1): Happier Valley Comedy's BIG...

Biz Buzz 413 ·

2025/09/04

This week’s guest is Pam Victor, founder and Head of Happiness at Happier Valley Comedy. On this episode: Find out about the experiment that started it allLearn who is famous for this quote, “Say yes then figure it out.”Pam does an improv exercise with Jill (how do you think Jill does??) Hear the BIG announcement!!!MORE INFORMATION: Happier Valley Comedy Let's Make the Happy Valley HAPPIER! Improv Shows * Classes * Professional Development www.happiervalley.com Ch...

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