Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Austin Eras ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://austineras.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Podcast Episodes](https://austineras.com/podcast-episodes/) - [The Future of Fashion Might Be Built in Austin with Nina Means](https://austineras.com/the-future-of-fashion-might-be-built-in-austin-with-nina-means/) - In this episode of Austin Eras, Adam Flagg sits down with Nina Means, Director of the ACC Fashion Incubator, to explore how Austin is building a new kind of fashion ecosystem powered by technology, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Nina shares her journey from public health to fashion leadership, the growth of ACC’s Fashion Incubator, and why Austin’s collaborative culture is attracting creatives and innovators from around the world. The conversation covers fashion tech, AI, workforce development, Austin style, and why the future of fashion may look very different from traditional fashion capitals. - [Buda Rising: Rewriting Central Texas' Future with Jennifer L. Storm](https://austineras.com/buda-rising-rewriting-central-texas-future-with-jennifer-l-storm/) - Is one of Central Texas' most important growth stories happening outside Austin? Adam sits down with Jennifer Storm, CEO of the Buda Economic Development Corporation, to explore how Buda is transforming from a bedroom community into a destination for business, culture, and opportunity. From historic Main Street and live music to startup growth and economic development, Jennifer shares how Buda is building a future that's intentional, community-driven, and uniquely its own. A fascinating look at one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas. - [Preserving Austin: The Paramount & Its Next Century with Jim Ritts](https://austineras.com/preserving-austin-the-paramount-its-next-century-with-jim-ritts/) - Recorded inside Austin’s historic Paramount Theatre, Adam Flagg sits down with Austin Theatre Alliance CEO Jim Ritts to explore how one iconic venue helped shape Austin’s cultural identity. From Harry Houdini and Maya Angelou to SXSW premieres and the Moontower Comedy Festival, Jim shares incredible stories about entertainment, community, and preserving Austin’s creative soul. The episode also dives into the Paramount’s massive restoration project and what the next 100 years could look like for one of Austin’s most beloved landmarks. - [Behind the Builders: Storytelling, AI, & Austin’s Next Wave with John King](https://austineras.com/behind-the-builders-storytelling-ai-austins-next-wave-with-john-king/) - Austin isn’t just built by founders—it’s shaped by the people who help them be seen. John King has built a career helping others find their voice—from Austin’s clean tech boom to early AI at SparkCognition to launching startups at WorldQuant Foundry and now chairing the Austin Under 40 Advisory Board. - [Minor League with a Major Impact: The Business of Fun with Tim Jackson](https://austineras.com/minor-league-with-a-major-impact-the-business-of-fun-with-tim-jackson/) - What makes the Round Rock Express a top fan experience in minor league baseball? In this episode, General Manager Tim Jackson shares how the team blends entertainment, community, and creative promotions to build a leading sports experience in Austin, Texas. Discover how fan engagement and servant leadership drive long-term success on and off the field. - [Leadership, Marriage & Building a Life in Austin with Ashley Alaniz-Moyer and Billy Moyer](https://austineras.com/leadership-marriage-building-a-life-in-austin/) - In this episode, Adam sits down with Austin-based power couple Billy Moyer and Ashley Alaniz Moyer for a conversation about leadership, marriage, and community. Billy, founder of SOS Leadership and a keynote speaker since age seven (yes, really), shares how a childhood goal turned into a lifelong mission to empower others. Ashley, Executive Director of the Hispanic Scholarship Consortium, reflects on her experience navigating identity in predominantly white spaces and how it shaped her commitment to equity in education. Together, they’ve built a life centered around service and shared values. - [The SXSW Effect: How One Festival Shaped Austin’s Rise with Hugh Forrest](https://austineras.com/the-sxsw-effect-how-one-festival-shaped-austins-rise-with-hugh-forrest/) - What if the rise of Austin as a global hub for music, film, tech and culture can be traced back to one event? For more than three decades, Hugh Forrest helped shape SXSW into one of the most influential gatherings in the world. In this episode, he reflects on the early days of SXSW and the creative energy that helped it grow alongside the city of Austin. Hugh shares his perspective on the people, moments, and culture that helped shape both the event and the city. - [The Leadership Model That Could Transform Texas Schools with Dr. Lindsay Whorton](https://austineras.com/the-leadership-model-that-could-transform-texas-schools-with-dr-lindsay-whorton/) - What if the future of public education isn’t about working harder, but redesigning leadership entirely? In this episode, Dr. Lindsay Whorton shares her journey from Missouri classrooms to leading one of Texas’ most influential education nonprofits. Drawing lessons from sports, global study, business culture, and her own experience as a foster parent, she challenges the way we’ve structured schools for generations. - [Preserving Austin as the City Evolves with Adam Powell](https://austineras.com/preserving-austin-as-the-city-evolves/) - Join Adam as he sits down with civic leader and storyteller Adam Powell to explore Austin’s vibrant transformation and unique history. From leadership journeys to the future of the city’s cultural landscape, this episode captures the spirit of Austin’s growth and legacy. Discover how history and community intertwine in the heart of Texas! - [Growing With the City: Trust, Influence, & Austin’s Civic Future with A.J. Bingham](https://austineras.com/growing-with-the-city-trust-influence-austins-civic-future-with-a-j-bingham/) - Austin’s growth didn’t happen by accident. In this episode, Adam sits down with A.J. Bingham, founder of The Bingham Group, to explore the trust, relationships, and leadership that quietly shape the city behind the scenes. A.J. explains how reputation, consistency, and long-term relationships drive real influence and civic leadership in Austin. - [Disrupting Healthcare: Value, Innovation & Impact](https://austineras.com/disrupting-healthcare-value-innovation-impact/) - In this expansive episode of Austin Eras, Adam Flagg sits down with Dr. Clay Johnston, founding dean of the Dell Medical School at UT Austin and co-founder/Chief Medical Officer of Harbor Health, one of the most ambitious healthcare reinvention efforts in the country. Discover what happens when bold leadership and innovation come together in Austin’s dynamic medical scene. - [Boots, Roots & the Blueprint for a Growing Austin](https://austineras.com/boots-roots-the-blueprint-for-a-growing-austin/) - In this episode, Founder & CEO of Boot Civil Nhat Ho joins us for a conversation about growth, leadership, and what it means to help shape a community with intention. We explore how personal experiences, professional passions, and a deep connection to place all influence the way someone shows up in their work. It’s a reminder that the future of a city is built by people who care enough to guide it thoughtfully. - [Civic Leadership in a Boomtown](https://austineras.com/civic-leadership-in-a-boomtown/) - How does a city like Austin keep thriving without losing its soul? In this episode, Adam interviews Matt Curtis, founder of Smart City Policy Group and former Deputy to two Austin mayors. They talk about Austin's incredible transformation into a "boomtown" and what it takes to cultivate civic leadership for the city's future. Discover the stories, challenges, and solutions that reveal how Austin’s leaders and everyday citizens can shape the next chapter of the city’s story. - [Affordability, Accessibility, and Action: Building a Better Austin](https://austineras.com/affordability-accessibility-and-action-building-a-better-austin/) - Born and raised in East Austin, Councilmember José Velásquez brings heart, grit, and authenticity to City Hall. In this episode, he shares his journey from a childhood shaped by hard work and activism to becoming one of Austin’s most community-driven leaders. Velásquez also discusses pressing issues facing Austin, such as housing, gentrification, and the importance of direct constituent engagement. - [Wheels of Joy: Crafting Community Through Cheese](https://austineras.com/wheels-of-joy-crafting-community-through-cheese/) - What does it take to turn a honeymoon dream into a beloved Austin institution? In this episode, we sit down with Kendall and John Antonelli, co-owners and founders of Antonelli’s Cheese, to explore their journey of building joy, one wheel of cheese at a time. From quitting stable careers to launching a purpose-driven business, the Antonellis share how risk, reinvention, and deep community roots have shaped their lives and legacy. - [Keeping Austin Creative & Launching It Forward](https://austineras.com/keeping-austin-creative-launching-it-forward/) - Adam sits down with Heather Wagner Reed, Founder and CEO of Juice Consulting, an award-winning PR and creative marketing firm working across music, film, tech, and even space innovation. Heather shares her journey from learning business in her mom’s donut shop to managing global superstar Beyoncé and eventually building one of Austin’s most respected brand strategy agencies. From launching Juice Consulting to co-founding the Space Workforce Incubator, find out how she’s helping keep Austin’s creative roots alive while pushing the city toward its next era of innovation. - [Drums, Design & Democracy: Finding Rhythm in Business and Policy](https://austineras.com/drums-design-democracy-finding-rhythm-in-business-and-policy/) - Adam talks with Nathan Ryan—entrepreneur, civic leader, and Managing Director at Goff Policy—about his journey from pastor’s kid and touring musician to business and civic leader. Through every reinvention, Nathan’s focus stays clear: using creativity to strengthen community. - [From Business to Canvas: Trailblazing Beyond the Boardroom](https://austineras.com/from-business-to-canvas-trailblazing-beyond-the-boardroom/) - In this episode, Adam sits down with Texas trailblazer Gay Gaddis - entrepreneur, artist, and civic leader who built one of the nation’s largest woman-owned advertising agencies, T3. She went from launching the firm in 1989 to now mentoring future leaders through initiatives like Women Who Mean Business and Texas Trailblazers, continuing her influence well beyond the business world. - [Revolutionizing Surgical Recovery and Tackling the Opioid Crisis](https://austineras.com/revolutionizing-surgical-recovery-and-tackling-the-opioid-crisis/) - In today’s episode, Adam interviews Brand Newland, CEO and Co-Founder of Goldfinch Health, a company that’s transforming surgical recovery. Brand takes us through his journey from pharmacy school to becoming a healthcare entrepreneur, driven by personal experiences and the opioid crisis. He dives into Goldfinch’s mission to tackle the opioid epidemic through their Billion Pill Pledge, aiming to eliminate one billion unnecessary opioid pills from homes across the U.S. - [From Soccer Chants to Civic Change](https://austineras.com/from-soccer-chants-to-civic-change/) - What happens when you blend civic leadership, marketing savvy, soccer fandom, and a deep love for Austin? You get Jeremiah Bentley. In this episode, Adam talks with Jeremiah, as he shares his remarkable journey from a small Texas town to becoming a major force in Austin’s business and nonprofit scenes. As VP of Marketing and Community Af-fairs at Texas Mutual Insurance, Jeremiah reflects on building a decades-long career, investing in local leadership, and channeling corporate resources into meaningful community change, especially through early childhood education, work-force development, and disaster preparedness. - [BBQ Sauce & Building Brands That Matter](https://austineras.com/bbq-sauce-building-brands-that-matter/) - Eddy Patterson has helped shape the culture of Austin through food, music, and spaces that bring people together. In this episode, Adam Flagg sits down with the Stubbs co-founder and Eberly owner to explore how Eddy helped transform a beloved local recipe into a nationally recognized barbecue brand and turned a struggling downtown lot into one of Austin’s most iconic music venues. - [Backstage Austin: Two Brothers and the Soundtrack of a City](https://austineras.com/backstage-austin-two-brothers-and-the-soundtrack-of-a-city/) - In this episode, Adam welcomes brothers Chris and Kelly Mosser for a conversation that spans decades of Austin’s evolving music and media scene. Chris shares stories from his early days in a Lubbock metal band and how that journey led him to Austin, where he became a recognizable voice on iconic stations like KLBJ and now Sun Radio. Kelly, who arrived in Austin for college in 2001, reflects on his path from math major to Director of Brand Partnerships and Premium Seating at ACL Live, helping grow the venue’s national profile. - [Running With Purpose: A Mission to Move a Community](https://austineras.com/running-with-purpose-a-mission-to-move-a-community/) - Sometimes the most impactful movements start with frustration and a finish line. In this inspiring episode, Adam sits down with Jennifer Crosby, founder of For the Love of Go, a Central Texas nonprofit that has redefined what community movement looks like. What began as a reaction to unhealthy school fundraisers became a regional transformation rooted in accessibility, purpose, and joy. - [From Clipping Newspapers to Shaping a City’s Future](https://austineras.com/from-clipping-newspapers-to-shaping-a-citys-future/) - What does it really take to help define the voice of a city? In this episode, we sit down with Kristin Marcum, CEO of ECPR Texas, whose 25-year journey in public relations mirrors Austin’s evolution from a quirky college town to a 21st-century boomtown. From organizing Lady Bird Johnson’s funeral coverage to playing a pivotal role in launching Austin FC and shaping the narrative around major civic milestones, Kristin’s work has quietly influenced how the city sees itself – and how the world sees Austin. - [Be the Change: Building Legacy Through Music and Mission](https://austineras.com/be-the-change-building-legacy-through-music-and-mission/) - In this episode, Adam sits down with SaulPaul—Grammy-nominated artist, entrepreneur, and changemaker—to explore a life that’s combined resilience, vision and community impact. His story is as powerful as his performances on stage. From growing up in foster care and spending time incarcerated to graduating from the University of Texas with a 4.0 GPA and building a nationally recognized brand that blends music, mentorship and mission, he’s lived every lyric he writes. - [Where Camp Meets Calling: A Century of Impact in Austin](https://austineras.com/where-camp-meets-calling-a-century-of-impact-in-austin/) - Today’s guest is a powerhouse in the Austin nonprofit scene and someone whose personal story makes her leadership more powerful. Erica Blue is the CEO of Austin Sunshine Camps (ASC), a 100-year-old organization that provides free overnight camp experiences to Central Texas youth who wouldn’t otherwise have access. Under her leadership, ASC has not only deepened its impact, it’s also earned major recognition, including the 2024 Ethics and Business Award. - [Improving the Vision of Austin’s Underserved Communities](https://austineras.com/improving-the-vision-of-austins-underserved-communities/) - How does one person’s journey through vision loss transform into a mission to provide eye care for thousands? Today’s guest turned a life-changing diagnosis into a nonprofit organization that’s changing lives in underserved communities. Join us for a conversation with Chelsea Elliott, Founder and Executive Director of half Helen, who shares her inspiring story of overcoming adversity and creating an organization dedicated to making vision care accessible for underserved communities. - [The Credit Union Helping Growth, Affordability, & Community in Austin](https://austineras.com/the-credit-union-helping-growth-affordability-community-in-austin/) - In this episode, we’re taking a closer look at the transformation of Austin’s financial landscape with Kendall Garrison, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Amplify Credit Union. With over four decades of experience in the banking industry, Kendall brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective on how financial services can be more accessible and community driven. - [How Nonprofits & Social Infrastructure Support Austin’s Growth with Matt Glazer](https://austineras.com/how-nonprofits-social-infrastructure-support-austins-growth-with-matt-glazer/) - Today we’re excited to introduce you to a longtime friend, Matt Glazer. Matt and I first met about a decade ago while networking in the Austin community, and his career has been nothing short of fascinating. He’s the former Executive Director of Progress Texas, former Executive Director at the Austin Young Chamber, and served as Community Director for WeWork. Over the years, Matt has focused on launching new ventures and executive and change management, and today, he’s the CEO of Blue Sky Partners, where he leads strategic social impact initiatives for clients like the City of Austin and the Aspen Institute. - [Leading Austin’s Next Generation with Alyssia Palacios-Woods](https://austineras.com/leading-austins-next-generation-with-alyssia-palacios-woods/) - In the latest episode of Austin Eras, we are thrilled to welcome Alyssia Palacios-Woods, Executive Director at the Austin-based nonprofit Capital IDEA. Alyssia has been on an inspirational path that other young professionals should take note of as she’s worked her way up the ranks while being a skilled communicator, a fundraiser and leader in the Austin area. - [The Importance of Community Leadership with Jonny Rodgers](https://austineras.com/the-importance-of-community-leadership-with-jonny-rodgers/) - Austin has always been blessed with great community leaders and they’re often the driving force behind this vibrant city. One of the people who have been integral in helping foster this leadership is Jonny Rodgers, a Partner Agent with DEN Property Group and Franchisee of Small Sliders. We’re excited to welcome Jonny to show to learn more about his passion for the community and why he devotes much of his time to growing the networking in Austin. - [The Evolution of Austin’s Thriving Tech Hub with Thom Singer](https://austineras.com/the-evolution-of-austins-thriving-tech-hub-with-thom-singer/) - One of the main reasons people are drawn to Austin is the emergence of the technology sector and the evolution of this city as a tech hub. From its humble beginnings to becoming a major player on the global tech stage, Austin’s journey is one of strategic growth, community involvement, and a little bit of serendipity. That’s why we’ve invited Thom Singer, the CEO of the Austin Technology Council, to join us on episode two to share his insights into the city’s transformation. - [The Transformation of Austin with Deep Nasta](https://austineras.com/the-transformation-of-austin-with-deep-nasta/) - This show is all about the transformation we’ve seen in Austin over the years, and there are few people who could lend more insight on this city that Deep Nasta. He’s a local real estate investor and entrepreneur, who grew up in Austin and remembers the days when it was a sleepy little town. - [Introducing the Austin Eras Podcast](https://austineras.com/introducing-the-austin-eras-podcast/) - Key Takeaways What’s behind the name of the show? What we love about Austin and why we chose to settle down here. The positives and negatives when you think about the current state of Austin. Adam’s first memory of Austin when he and his wife drove down from Illinois. 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