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Get Your Chat on with GYC Vegas

Join Gina Yager, founder and director of Las Vegas-based, award-winning PR and marketing agency GYC Vegas, as she sits down with local professionals to explore the stories behind their businesses. At GYC Vegas, we believe every company has a unique tale to tell, and we’re passionate about helping businesses get the recognition they deserve. On Get Your Chat on with GYC Vegas, we’ll dive into the insights and perspectives of a variety of Las Vegas-based organizations - from their origin and mission

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18:34

Get Your City Leadership On – A Conversation with...

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2025/12/26

Time to talk city-building! Gina Yager sits down with Mayor Michelle Romero, the Henderson native who spent 25 years transforming her hometown from behind the scenes before voters elected her to lead Nevada’s second-largest city. From managing the development of the Water Street District – bringing new housing, retail, jobs, and entertainment to downtown Henderson – to spearheading the Redevelopment Agency’s work on billion-dollar projects like Cadence, Union Village, and Henderson Hospital,

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27:23

Get Your Pharmacy On – A Conversation with Dr. Renee...

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2025/12/12

Ready to discover what it takes to build a university from the ground up? Gina Yager sits down with Dr. Renee Coffman, the visionary pharmacist and educator who co-founded what is now Roseman University of Health Sciences, transforming healthcare education in Nevada and beyond. From her roots as a small-town Ohio pharmacist to earning her doctorate at Purdue University and pioneering problem-based learning at Western University, Dr. Coffman’s journey is a testament to innovation in education. Get

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35:53

Get Your Voice On – A Conversation with Chet...

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2025/11/28

Get energized with Las Vegas’ most beloved voice! Gina Yager sits down with Chet Buchanan, the multimedia powerhouse behind 98.5 KLUC’s top-rated “Chet Buchanan Show” and the official voice of the Las Vegas Aces and NASCAR at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. From his humble beginnings discovering his passion for broadcasting to becoming a two-time Emmy Award winner who’s lent his voice to the NHL’s Seattle Kraken, USA Basketball, and nearly two decades as UNLV’s Basketball and Football Gameday Host, Chet’s

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32:59

Get Your Future On – A Conversation with Michael...

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2025/11/14

Decode what’s next as Gina Yager sits down with Michael Tchong, the serial entrepreneur and futurist who’s made a career out of spotting the massive waves of change before they reshape our world. Recognized by The Daily Telegraph as “America’s most influential trendspotter,” Michael lives by his powerful motto: “I help you catch the next wave before it catches you.” From his early days working on accounts like Commodore and Atari to his breakthrough work with Apple that cemented his reputation as a

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28:49

Get Your Achievement On – A Conversation with Wendy...

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2025/10/31

Time to invest in the future! Gina Yager sits down with Wendy Hodges-Kent, the passionate advocate who’s shaping the next generation of financially literate leaders through Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada. With over 30 years of experience, from addressing hunger at national levels in Texas to her current mission of economic education, Wendy’s journey is a masterclass in community empowerment. From fifth-grade Shark Tank-style business pitches that award UNLV scholarships to community days

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30:57

Get Your Tune On – A Conversation with Pete Radd of...

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2025/10/17

Time to strike the right chord! Gina Yager sits down with Pete Radd, the versatile musician who’s been turning melodies into memorable marketing magic for over 30 years. From his early days, knowing at age 4 that piano would be his life’s calling to creating the unforgettable Lerner and Rowe jingle that’s stuck in everyone’s head across 20 states, Pete’s journey is a perfect harmony of passion and business savvy. Get the inside story on how Pete splits his time between crafting catchy commercial

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35:08

Get Your Rock On – A Conversation with William Bower...

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2025/10/03

Ready to dig deep into entrepreneurship? Gina Yager connects with Will Bower, the Las Vegas native and disabled veteran who’s turned his passion for mining into a thriving community-centered business. From his Army National Guard service (2000-2009) to channeling his IT expertise into owning an actual amethyst mine, Will’s journey proves that sometimes the most unexpected paths lead to pure gold. Get the real story behind 2 Rock Guys – more than just miners with a YouTube channel, they’re

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33:52

Get Your Network On – A Conversation with Brandy...

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2025/09/19

Time to connect and elevate! Gina Yager sits down with Brandy Newman, the dynamic force behind We Elevate Marketing and the visionary founder of the Las Vegas Host Committee. From her powerhouse days as Market President of Clear Channel Radio to pioneering digital marketing strategies at Lotus Communications, Brandy’s 20+ year journey through media and marketing is a masterclass in strategic transformation. Discover how this community champion is uniting Las Vegas business leaders with one bold

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25:20

Get Your Healthcare On – A Conversation with Sam...

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2025/09/05

Ready to dive deep into Southern Nevada’s healthcare landscape? Gina Yager sits down with Sam Kaufman, the visionary leader who’s been shaping The Valley Health System since 1991 and spearheaded the launch of the state-of-the-art Henderson Hospital in 2016. From his early days at the National Institutes of Health to earning the prestigious Eagle Award—Universal Health Services’ highest CEO honor—Sam’s journey through every level of hospital operations is nothing short of remarkable. Get exclusive

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31:23

Get Your Venture Capital On – A Conversation with Len...

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2025/08/22

Time to talk innovation and investment! Gina connects with Len Jessup, the two-time university president turned venture capitalist who’s building Las Vegas’ entrepreneurial ecosystem from the ground up. From transforming UNLV into a Carnegie R1 research institution to now raising capital and investing in promising local startups, Len’s journey from academia to venture capital is driven by his passion for creating opportunities. Discover what it takes to spot the next big thing in Las Vegas’

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36:34

Get Your Community On – A Conversation with Jill...

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2025/08/08

Let’s talk community building! Gina sits down with Jill Rowland-Lagan, the natural-born leader who’s been transforming the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce into a thriving hub for local business growth for over 24 years. This proud Boulder City High School graduate and Brigham Young University alumna has deep community roots that fuel her passionate commitment to economic development. Get the real story behind how Jill has elevated Boulder City’s profile through collaborative partnerships with

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30:05

Get Your Enterprise On – A Conversation with Kristi...

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2025/07/25

Time to talk serious business! Gina connects with Kristi Staab, the dynamic entrepreneur behind Kristi Staab Enterprises, for an in-depth look at what it takes to build and sustain a thriving business. From that pivotal moment when she knew entrepreneurship was her calling to the mission that fuels her daily grind, Kristi shares the unfiltered truth about business ownership. Get ready for real talk about pushing industry boundaries, meaningful community involvement, and the hard-earned lessons

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17:34

Get Your Marketing On – A Conversation with Ben...

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2025/07/11

Time to talk strategy! Gina sits down with Ben Laifsky, the entrepreneurial brain behind Hunter Marketing, to talk shop about building a successful agency in the competitive Las Vegas market. From his “aha” moment in marketing to the pivotal milestones that shaped his business journey, Ben keeps it 100% real. Learn what drives him to innovate daily, how he’s giving back to the community, and get a sneak peek at his game-changing convention resource site that’s about to launch. Whether you’re a

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33:34

Get Your Speed On – A Conversation with Lori...

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2025/06/27

Shift into high gear with this adrenaline-packed episode! Gina chats with Lori Nelson-Kraft, the strategic mastermind keeping Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix running like a well-oiled machine. From her hospitality roots at LVCVA and Station Casinos to navigating the complex world of international motorsports, Lori’s journey is anything but ordinary. Get exclusive insights into coordinating with global racing teams, managing community relations, and what it’s really like when race weekend hits the

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30:34

Get Your Fiction On – A Conversation with Dawn Ramos,...

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2025/06/13

Kicking off season 2 with a bang! Gina Yager sits down with Dawn Ramos, the creative force behind compelling contemporary women’s fiction who lives by the motto “Life is Better in Fiction.” Hot off the release of her latest novel Emma’s Gift, Dawn gets real about balancing her writing passion with a full-time business development career while raising two kids in Southern Nevada. Discover how Dawn went from aspiring storyteller to published author, her secrets for creating flawed-yet-relatable

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42:46

Get Your Luxury On – A Conversation with Santo...

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2025/05/30

In the final episode of season 1, Gina Yager gets her chat on with Santo Diliberto, the only Ferrari salesperson in Las Vegas. Drawing from six years of expertise at Towbin Motorcars dealing with ultra high-end luxury and supercars, Santo offers a fascinating glimpse into selling one of the world's most exclusive automotive brands. The conversation explores his career journey, day-to-day experiences, and memorable sales stories in the luxury car market. Santo shares insights about Ferrari's iconic

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38:15

Get Your Leadership On – A Conversation with Nada...

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2025/05/16

Gina Yager gets her chat on with Nada Lena Nasserdeen, a #1 best-selling author, two-time TEDx speaker, and leadership coach making waves in career development. Nada discusses founding Rise Up For You, a Certified Women's Owned Small Business that empowers individuals through soft skills training and coaching programs. The conversation explores her journey from early career milestones to working with Fortune 500 companies and small businesses alike. Nada shares insights from her appearances on

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33:12

Get Your Photography On – A Conversation with Mikel...

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2025/05/02

Gina Yager gets her chat on with Mikel Conrad of Mikel's Photography & Design, also known as "Henderson's Photographer." A lifetime Henderson resident and Eagle Scout with three Eagle Scout sons, Mikel discusses his journey building a premier photography studio on Water Street since 2004. The conversation explores his passion for capturing timeless portraits and preserving legacies through various photography projects including family portraits, senior photos, veteran tributes, and fine art

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45:51

Get Your Preservation On – A Conversation with Amy...

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2025/04/18

Gina Yager gets her chat on with Amy Raymer, who joined Nevada Preservation Foundation after 25 years with Clark County School District. Amy shares her passion for historical architecture, including her experience restoring two historic Las Vegas homes to their original eras. The conversation highlights NPF's upcoming Home and History Las Vegas festival celebrating its 10th anniversary on May 1-4, and other initiatives of this "small but mighty nonprofit." Amy offers unique insights into Las Vegas's

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43:00

Get Your Entertainment On – A Conversation with Jeff...

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2025/04/04

Gina Yager gets her chat on with Jeff Civillico, an acclaimed entertainer who connects with audiences through joy and laughter. As a former Strip headliner who won "Entertainer of the Year" and "Best of Las Vegas" three times, Jeff discusses his transition to hosting, speaking, and philanthropy. He shares insights from his induction into the National Speakers Association's Speaker Hall of Fame and his work with Win Win Charity and Laughter without Borders. Jeff offers entrepreneurial lessons while

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