Tune in to hear Jake share the results of the Business Confidence Survey, completed by you and other business owners like you, and how you are a part of the future of a stronger community.  ..read more

In this episode of the Commerce Connection Podcast, Jake has a conversation with Jenna Berry, Executive Director of  Catalyst Mentoring, about the difference that Catalyst is making by showing up for youth in our community, and how both businesses and individuals can be a part of it!  ..read more

In this edition of the Commerce Connection podcast, Jake talks with Chamber board member Angela Cordell of Shasta College about economic and workforce development, why it's so important to the health of our community, and the role that Shasta College and the Chamber play. Listen in!  ..read more

In the latest episode of the Commerce Connection podcast, Jake sits down with new Chamber board member, Ryan Haedrich of commercial real estate broker Haedrich & Co, to talk about conditions in our local commercial real estate market, new development in town, the northern riverfront and a lot more. We invite you to listen in ..read more

In this episode, we welcome Christy Davis, VP Relationship Banking Manager at Golden Valley Bank and 2023 Chamber Board Chair, to the podcast! We get to hear about Christy's deep Shasta County roots, the history of the bank, a few things in store for the year, and some fun stories mixed in. We hope you'll listen in and share with a friend!   ..read more

In the first Commerce Connection Podcast episode of the year, Sheriff Mike Johnson shares his some of his story with Jake and talks about the Department and the latest developments at the county regarding new plans for a jail expansion.  ..read more

In this episode, Jake sits down with Blake Fisher, Program Coordinator of Viva Downtown, to talk about Downtown Redding. Why so much fuss about downtown? Why is it important to the health of a community? What are the most important aspects of urban planning? What are "complete streets"? What about parking? Hear the answers to these questions and more on this year's final episode of the Commerce Connection Podcast.  ..read more

In the 22nd episode of the Commerce Connection Podcast, Jake talks with new CEO of Cornerstone Community Bank, Matt Moseley, about his journey in banking and why there are so many reasons to feel optimistic about the economic outlook in Redding.  ..read more

In the latest edition of the Commerce Connection podcast, Jake and Erin discuss Jake's recent trip to Washington D.C. as part of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Business Leads Fellowship, some relevant stats and trends pertaining to the job market and unemployment, and the Chamber's current focus on helping to address local workforce challenges. Plus, a VERY special guest helps us kick off the episode!  ..read more

In the 20th episode of the Commerce Connection Podcast, Jake sits down with Wayne and Fredericka (AKA Freddie)  Martin of Windermere Real Estate in Redding to talk about the housing and real estate market, interest rates, and more! The Martins share their keen insight gained in their nearly 30 years of experience in real estate as well as some of their personal story. We hope you'll listen in!  ..read more