Best Katie Worthington Decker Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 175: Big Brothers Big Sisters 25:56

4M ago25:56

25:56

On today's episode, we speak to Sarah McCarty, Polk Partnership Manager & Big Sister at Big Brothers Big Sisters Tampa Bay. Sarah shares what it takes to be a "Big," the impact that this program has on "littles," the need for "Bigs" and much more.

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Episode 174: Chamber Chats 20:23

4M ago20:23

20:23

On today's episode, our host shares an update on all things Winter Haven Chamber! Listen in to hear all about the Chamber team, a WhistleStop recap, upcoming events and more.

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Episode 173: GiveWell Community Foundation 31:30

5M ago31:30

31:30

On today's episode, we speak to Callie Neslund, President & CEO of the GiveWell Community Foundation. Callie shares about the giving opportunities at GiveWell, the United Community Needs Assessment and much more.

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Episode 172: Heartland for Children 44:25

5M ago44:25

44:25

On today's episode, we speak with Kim Daugherty, Chief Executive Officer of Heartland for Children. Kim shares about the services that Heartland for Children offers, the need for foster families, Rudolph Roundup and much more.

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Episode 171: Building More than Homes 52:27

5M ago52:27

52:27

On today's episode, we speak to Mark Ferreria, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of East Polk County. Marks shares how Habitat for Humanity began, how our community can support their efforts and more.

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Episode 170: Achievement Academy - Polk County's Best Kept Secret 1:05:34

6M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

On today’s episode, we speak to Kristin Aiken, President & CEO of the Achievement Academy. Kristin shares about the programming offered at the Achievement Academy, some inspiring success stories and much more.

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Episode 169 - Madalyn Vida: Keeping Young Professionals in Polk County 32:36

6M ago32:36

32:36

On today’s episode, we speak to Madalyn Vida, our Winter Haven Concierge at the Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce. Madalyn shares about her time with Polk Vision working on their Youth Leadership Program, her time at Harrison School for the Arts, why she plans on staying in Polk County and more.

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Episode 168 - Brian Reeves: From the Big Apple to Small Town 35:24

6M ago35:24

35:24

On today's episode, we speak to Brian Reeves with Watson Realty Corp. and who is currently serving at our Chamber Board Chair. Brian shares how he came to Winter Haven from New York, the experience he has had with our collaborative community and more.

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Episode 167 - Sam Killebrew's Podcast Debut 1:09:10

6M ago1:09:10

1:09:10

On today's episode, we speak to Representative Sam Killebrew. Sam Killebrew shares about his time as a state representative, Mission of Mercy, his work in Tallahassee for our furry friends and much more. Chamber Chats: -City of WH team -Adlers -Golf Committee -Country Club of Winter Haven -Whitehead Construction -Pathway Counseling -Veterinary Heal…

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Episode 166 - All Things Main Street Winter Haven 52:16

7M ago52:16

52:16

On this episode, we speak with the Executive Director of Main Street Winter Haven, Anita Strang, as well as Meghan Mackie, their Membership & Marketing Director. Anita and Meghan share about new and upcoming events for the year, Monster Month kicking off in the summer, CityWorks Xpo and much more. Chamber Chats Member Highlights: Mediterranean Fres…

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Episode 165 - David Price & Erica Smith: The Whimsical Bok Tower Gardens 51:16

8M ago51:16

51:16

On this episode, David & Erica share the scoop on new events coming to the gardens, what you can expect from a visit and what makes Bok Tower Gardens a special place to make timeless memories with family.

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Episode 164 - Altoniece Reynolds - Peppa Pig Theme Park: Fun for the Entire Family 37:26

8M ago37:26

37:26

On Episode 164, we speak to the Head of Guest Experiences for LEGOLAND Florida Resort and Peppa Pig Theme Park, Altoniece Reynolds. Altoniece shares all about the Peppa Pig experience, new things coming to LEGOLAND and why it's so special to be the location of the first-ever Peppa Pig Theme Park.

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Episode 163 - Briann Hemp: Putting Community in Community Theatre 26:31

9M ago26:31

26:31

On today's episode, we speak to the Box Office Manager of Theatre Winter Haven, Briann Hemp. Briann shares more about upcoming shows at the theatre, how the entire family can get involved and how they put community in community theatre.

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Episode 162 - Julie Adams: Green Spaces & Playful Places 46:03

9M ago46:03

46:03

On this episode of the podcast, we speak to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture for the City of Winter Haven. Julie shares more about the new things coming for Parks, Recreation & Culture, the importance of our trail town designation and much more.

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Episode 161 - Michael Ducat: The Incredibowl Experience 32:06

9M ago32:06

32:06

On Episode 161, we speak to Michael Ducat, Owner of Incredibowl. Michael shares the story of the transition from Cypress Lanes to Incredibowl, the many offerings they have for families and much more.

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Episode 160 - Dr. Rich - From Canvas to Community: Inside the Polk Museum of Art 49:33

9M ago49:33

49:33

On Episode 160, we speak to Dr. Rich, Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College. Dr. Rich shares about the amazing resources offered at the museum, the perks of becoming a member, and why it's a perfect destination for the entire family.

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Episode 159 - Frank Idris: What's New at LEGOLAND Florida Resort? 32:29

9M ago32:29

32:29

On Episode 159, we speak to the President of LEGOLAND Florida Resort, Frank Idris. Frank shares the scoop on SEA LIFE, coming to LEGOLAND, as well as Ferrari Build & Race. He also shares why LEGOLAND is the perfect destination for families.

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Episode 158: 10 Years of CommunityFest Winter Haven 19:43

10M ago19:43

19:43

On Episode 158, we are taking a deep dive into CommunityFest! We are thrilled to be celebrating 10 years of this FREE family festival. March 2nd will be here before we know it, so we want to make sure you have all of the information you need to sponsor, become a vendor or volunteer! We would like to thank LEGOLAND Florida Resort for being the Prese…

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Episode 157 - Gene Conrad: Polk County's Aviation Industry Takes Flight 53:14

10M ago53:14

53:14

On Episode 157, we speak to Gene Conrad, President & CEO of the Aerospace Center for Excellence. Gene shares about the incredible programming ACE offers, the details of the 50th fly-in at Sun 'n Fun coming this April and the economic impact of the aviation industry in Polk County.

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Episode 156 - Kerry Falwell: Fostering Fun & Family at the Florida Children's Museum 56:12

10M ago56:12

56:12

On Episode 156, Fostering Fun & Family at the Florida Children's Museum, we speak to Kerry Falwell, the CEO of the Florida Children's Museum. Kerry shares about the transition to Bonnet Springs Park, the importance of playful learning and why this is such an asset to the families in Polk County.

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Episode 155: Year in Review & 2024 Kick Off 40:01

10M ago40:01

40:01

On Episode 155, the Chamber team gets together to talk about the highlights of 2023, all of the amazing things coming in 2024 and a wink towards Season 8 of the podcast which is all about Winter Haven being a premier family destination.

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Episode 154 - Ashley Tucker: Flying High in Winter Haven 50:19

1y ago50:19

50:19

On today's episode, we speak to Ashley Tucker, VP of Sales and Marketing at Blue Line Aviation. We chat about Blue Line's unquote training program, their experience doing business in Winter Haven and much more.

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Episode 153 - Dr. Mitsie Vargas: The Pet Healer 41:41

1+ y ago41:41

41:41

On Episode 153: The Pet Healer, we speak to Dr. Mitsie Vargas, Founder of Orchid Springs Animal Hospital. She shares about her love for Winter Haven, her long career in veterinary medicine, using acupuncture at the clinic and much more.

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Episode 152 - Hunter Smith: Musical Roots in Winter Haven 1:12:49

1+ y ago1:12:49

1:12:49

On Episode 152: Musical Roots in Winter Haven, we speak to Hunter Smith, singer, songwriter and commercial insurance agent with Mulling Insurance. We talk about his experience growing up in Winter Haven, falling into singing and songwriting, his musical inspirations and more.

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Episode 151 - Keisha Pyzynski: Sparking Creativity in Winter Haven 41:54

1+ y ago41:54

41:54

On Episode 151 we speak to Keisha Pyzynski, Founder, Creative Director, Designer at Key Design & Media. Keisha shares about her journey to Winter Haven, her experience as an entrepreneur in the digital marketing and video industry and the upcoming projects she's most looking forward to.

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Episode 150 - Alex Santiago: From Undercover to Winter Haven's Favorite Coach 58:49

1+ y ago58:49

58:49

On Episode 150: From Undercover to Winter Haven's Favorite Coach, we are joined by Alex Santiago. We talk about his journey to Winter Haven, his time with the police force in New York City, his community involvement, and everything in between!

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Episode 149 - Tresa Warner: Designing Opportunities for All 1:04:07

1+ y ago1:04:07

1:04:07

On Episode 149: Designing Opportunities for All, we are joined by Tresa Warner, Director of IMAG Academy at Lake Region High School. We talk about her experience getting started with teaching, founding the IMAG program, her involvement with the National Urea Cycle Disorders Foundation, and much more!…

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Episode 148 - T. Michael Stavres: Managing for the Future 54:56

1+ y ago54:56

54:56

On Episode 148: Managing for the Future, we are joined by the City of Winter Haven's City Manager, T. Michael Stavres. We chat about his storied career at the City of Winter Haven, the transition from Deputy City Manager to City Manager, his side hustle as a musician with the duo, Coastal Acoustic Barefoot Music, and more! This podcast is made poss…

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Episode 147 - Bonnie Parker: Putting Your Money Where Your Passion Is 51:04

1+ y ago51:04

51:04

On Episode 147: Putting Your Money Where Your Passion Is, we talk with Bonnie Parker about her long career in banking, her passion for the arts and traveling, what she loves most about Winter Haven, and more! This podcast is made possible through sponsorships from Citizens Bank & Trust, Mahalak Auto Group/Winter Haven Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram, and A…

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Episode 146 - Hap Hazelwood: Winter Haven's Hap-piest Volunteer 25:21

1+ y ago25:21

25:21

On Episode 146: Winter Haven's Hap-piest Volunteer, we talk with Hap Hazelwood about his life in Winter Haven, how he’s handled adversity throughout his career, giving back to the community, and much more! This podcast is made possible through sponsorships from Citizens Bank & Trust, Mahalak Auto Group/Winter Haven Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram, and Adve…

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Episode 145 - Sally & Nando Del Castillo: Outfitting Winter Haven with Winter Haven Apparel 58:43

1+ y ago58:43

58:43

On Episode 145: Outfitting Winter Haven with Winter Haven Apparel, we talk to Sally and Nando Del Castillo, founders of the local apparel brand, Winter Haven Apparel. Sally and Nando share about their journeys to Winter Haven, the story behind Winter Haven Apparel, and everything in between. Stay tuned through the end to hear the amazing story abou…

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Episode 144 - Bob Gernert: Getting To Know Mr. Winter Haven 1:01:30

1+ y ago1:01:30

1:01:30

On Episode 144: Getting to Know Mr. Winter Haven, we talk to Volunteer Curator at the Museum of Winter Haven History and Mr. Winter Haven Himself, Bob Gernert. Bob shares all about his time as the Executive Director of the Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce, the founding of the Museum of Winter Haven History, and much more! This podcast is ma…

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Episode 143: Best Of 58:40

1+ y ago58:40

58:40

On Episode 143 we take a trip down memory lane with some of our favorite episodes from past seasons! On this Best Of episode, you will hear from former Professional Wakeboarder, Zane Schwenk, Public Works Director for the City of Winter Haven, MJ Carnevale, and the team with Adler's.

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Episode 142: Getting To Know Our Host 41:44

1+ y ago41:44

41:44

On Episode 142: Getting to Know Brianna, we interview the Winter Haven Chamber's Marketing & Communications Manager and our podcast host, Brianna Price. Brianna shares all about how she came to Winter Haven, her excitement for motherhood and much more.

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Episode 141: Winter Haven Chamber Update 41:39

1+ y ago41:39

41:39

On Episode 141: Winter Haven Chamber Update, the team gets together to give you the scoop on all things Winter Haven Chamber! We chat about the Capital Campaign, Leadership Winter Haven, upcoming events and more. Tune in now!

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Episode 140 - Miah Bennett: Getting to Know Miah 41:38

1+ y ago41:38

41:38

On Episode 140: Getting to Know Miah, we speak with Miah Bennett, the Chamber's Information Center Concierge. Miah shares about her journey to Winter Haven, her Masters program and everything in between!

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Episode 139 - Lindsay Zimmerman: Collaborating for Community Growth 29:19

1+ y ago29:19

29:19

On Episode 139: Collaborating for Community Growth, we speak to the Senior Vice President & COO of the Central Florida Development Council, Lindsay Zimmerman. Lindsay shares about their collaborative efforts surrounding talent pipeline, working together to grow Polk County and more.

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Episode 138 - Cindy & Rick: The Legacy of Leadership Winter Haven 39:01

1+ y ago39:01

39:01

On Episode 138: The Legacy of Leadership Winter Haven, I speak to Cindy Price and Rick Hemenway, participants of Leadership Winter Haven Class 4. Cindy and Rick share about the impact Leadership Winter Haven made on them in 1984 and how beneficial the program still is today.

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Episode 137 - Dr. Rod Crowley: Uniting Our Community 25:45

1+ y ago25:45

25:45

On Episode 137: Uniting Our Community, we speak to Dr. Rod Crowley, COO of United Way of Central Florida. Rod shares about the impactful programs they support at United Way and the collaborative partnerships they are leveraging to make a difference in Polk County.

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Episode 136 - Ann, Cara & Karen: Collaboration with a Heart 37:20

1+ y ago37:20

37:20

On Episode 136: Collaboration with a Heart, we speak to Ann Claussen, Dr. Cara Nelson-James and Dr. Karen McKenzie with Central Florida Health Care. We chat about the incredible services they offer Winter Haven, as well as the impact they have made on Polk County during their 50 years in healthcare.

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Episode 135 - Chris & Amy Sexson: Collaboration in Downtown 47:12

1+ y ago47:12

47:12

On Episode 135: Collaboration in Downtown, we speak with Chris & Amy Sexson, Owners of Destroyer Media. Chris and Amy share about their journey to Winter Haven and all of the ways they are collaborating to make Winter Haven the best place to play, stay, work and live.

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Episode 134 - Thom Bly: Collaborating Through Entertainment 45:45

1+ y ago45:45

45:45

On Episode 134: Collaborating Through Entertainment, we speak to Thom Bly, Owner of Triviousity Live Events. Thom shares about bringing people together through trivia, collaborating with local organizations to make Winter Haven a better place and even tests some trivia on the Chamber team!

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Episode 133 - Tracy Kimbrough: Winter Haven's Future Board Members 30:33

2y ago30:33

30:33

On Episode 133: Winter Haven's Future Board Members, we speak to Tracy Kimbrough with CPS Investment Advisors. Tracy and I chat about our collaborative efforts with CPS Investment Advisors to expand the pipeline of future board members through Endeavor Serves.

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Episode 132 - Jennifer, Nina & Chelsea: Winter Haven's Good Neighbor 30:23

2y ago30:23

30:23

On Episode 132: Winter Haven's Good Neighbor we speak to Jennifer, Nina and Chelsea with State Farm. Jennifer, Nina and Chelsea share about the collaborative initiatives they have been spearheading to make Winter Haven the best place to play, stay, work and live.

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Episode 131 - Peyten & Raelyn: Collaborating to Grow Polk County 24:47

2y ago24:47

24:47

On Episode 131: Collaborating to Grow Polk County, we speak to Peyton & Raelyn with Visit Central Florida. Peyton and Raelyn share about the collaborative efforts of Visit Central Florida to bring people to Winter Haven and how those efforts are making a difference locally.

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Episode 130 - Dr. Iakovidis & Tim Clark: Access to Whole-Person Care 32:57

2y ago32:57

32:57

On Episode 130: Access to Whole-Person Care, we speak to the President & CEO of AdventHealth Polk Market, Tim Clark and the President & CEO of Bond Clinic, Dr. Iakovidis. They share about their incredible partnership and how it's creating a bright future for healthcare in Winter Haven and Polk County. Stay tuned until the end of this episode for an…

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Episode 129 - Charlie Bird: Life-Saving Collaboration 42:49

2y ago42:49

42:49

On Episode 129: Life-Saving Collaboration, we speak to Charlie Bird, the City of Winter Haven's Director of Public Safety. Charlie shares about the collaborative approach that the Public Safety team is taking and the amazing impact it's having on Winter Haven.

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Episode 128: Winter Haven's Collaborative Community Bank 24:48

2y ago24:48

24:48

On Episode 128: Winter Haven's Collaborative Community Bank, we chat with Greg Littleton, Tiffani Gozdur and Robert Loftin with Citizens Bank & Trust. This dynamic team shares more about how Citizens continues to be a collaborative pillar in Winter Haven and how they have created a team culture of giving back.…

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Episode 127: Christmas Trivia & What's Coming in 2023 38:03

2y ago38:03

38:03

On Episode 127: Christmas Trivia & What's Coming in 2023, the entire Chamber team gets together for a fun game of Christmas trivia and to share the exciting things coming in 2023. You won't want to miss the holiday fun and all that you should look forward to in the new year!

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Episode 126 - Inga Stettler: Journey from Germany 31:07

2y ago31:07

31:07

On Episode 126: Journey from Germany, we speak to Inga Stettler, Business Manager here at the Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce. Inga shares the story of how her family moved from Germany to the United States, her experience growing up in Winter Haven and more.

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