Creative Casita with Adriane Murphy

Greater Flagstaff Chamber President & CEO Julie Pastrick welcomes Danielle Adams of the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition, to Chamber BizzBuzz.This year, we’re celebrating the Silver Jubilee—the 25th anniversary of Flagstaff becoming the world’s first International Dark Sky City!In this episode, Julie and Danielle explore why dark skies matter—from the benefits to our health and overall well-being to the positive impact on our environment. They also share simple ways businesses and residents can help preserve Flagstaff’s spectacular night skies for generations to come.

Greater Flagstaff Chamber President & CEO Julie Pastrick welcomes June Brockmeyer, Regional Director of Arizona Community Foundation’s Flagstaff Office to Chamber BizzBuzz.The Arizona Community Foundation was formed almost 50 years ago with donors pooling their resources to support their communities. ACF now has 6 offices in Arizona with their main headquarters in Phoenix. ACF, a non-profit organization itself, serves as sort of a match maker between other non-profit organizations and donors. June further explains grant cycles in the state and the northern Arizona region.

Greater Flagstaff Chamber President & CEO Julie Pastrick welcomes Adriane Murphy, founder of Creative Casita to Chamber BizzBuzz.Creative Casita is a creative collective of over 30 local artists, makers, and designers in the heart of Flagstaff, AZ. Adriane explains how the shop came about after her years of being involved in local craft markets, Christmas fairs, and Farmer’s Markets and getting to know the people and community involved in those types of events. Creative Casita came about as a way to bring those types of vendors together under one roof.

Greater Flagstaff Chamber President & CEO, Julie Pastrick welcomes Kyle Martinez-Bahe, Front End Manager of 1899 Bar & Grill, to Chamber BizzBuzz.Located on NAU’s north campus and named for the year Northern Arizona University was founded, 1899 Bar & Grill opened its doors in 2011. The restaurant has become a popular Flagstaff dining destination, known for favorites like its fish tacos, fish and chips, and burgers, while priding itself on creating a welcoming atmosphere and unique experience for locals and visitors alike.Julie and Kyle discuss 1899’s famous happy hour and what they consider one of Flagstaff’s best restaurant patios, overlooking the NAU Quad. They also share how 1899 became one of Flagstaff’s first dementia-friendly restaurants, creating a welcoming environment where everyone in the community feels welcome.

Greater Flagstaff Chamber President & CEO Julie Pastrick welcomes Ariana Lambert, owner of HOTWORX to Chamber BizzBuzz.Ari grew up in Flagstaff and graduated from Flagstaff High School in 2020 before earning her degree in Business Marketing from Northern Arizona University in 2024. Her love for an active lifestyle ultimately led her to become a HOTWORX franchise owner.HOTWORX combines heat, infrared energy, and exercise to create a unique workout experience. Workouts take place inside patented infrared saunas, where the combination of heat and exercise allows members to get an effective workout in less time.

Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Julie Pastrick welcomes Audra Adair, cyclist and owner of Village Gravel, to Chamber BizzBuzz.Audra comes from a professional background racing Iron Mans before moving to Flagstaff 4 years ago and getting involved in the dirt community. Audra talks about the Village Gravel race and the venue-Village Camp Resort in Bellemont, a short drive from Flagstaff. She further discusses the family atmosphere and the weekend community experience that is the spirit behind the event.

Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Julie Pastrick welcomes Larry Santos, Corporate General Manager at Oxendale Group, to Chamber BizzBuzz.Larry discusses Oxendale KIA’s move to their new location at 5160 N Test Dr in Flagstaff after 20 years at their former location.He talks further about his story in the industry as well as Oxendale KIA’s history. Tom Oxendale founded the company in the 70’s, starting with a basic Used Car lot before acquiring a Dodge dealership in the 80’s and moving to Flagstaff in 2004...

Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Julie Pastrick welcomes Taylor Niemann, Service Manager of Master Mechanical. Since 1987, Master Mechanical, a family owned and operated A/C and heating company, has served residential and commercial clients across Northern Arizona.Taylor discusses the importance of preventative maintenance noting that most major repairs start out as minor repairs and early detection can save clients in the long run. Taylor also discusses Master Mechanical’s Comfort Care Program and its benefits regarding preventative maintenance.

Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Julie Pastrick welcomes Jackson Walbridge, Chamber Ambassador and Benefits Consultant for Frank Crum, offering payroll, insurance, benefits and HR services.Frank Crum Sr. and his son Frank Crum Jr. founded Frank Crum over 40 years ago in Clearwater, FL. The company started out selling insurance packages before adding and consolidating an array of other “back-of-the-house” services businesses rely on.Jackson specializes in payroll and worker’s comp solutions, helping companies save time, reduce risk, and control labor related costs.

Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Julie Pastrick welcomes Michele Ortiz, Founder of Fit Mom.Fit Mom personal training for moms offering flexible locations and flexible schedules-whatever moms need to start a good workout regimen. Michele brings mobile workout equipment to meet moms in their homes and partners with local gyms to utilize their space as well.Michele has been a personal trainer since 2012 and was recently certified specifically in pregnancy and post partem training. Michele explains the importance of pelvic floor and core engagement muscles before and after childbirth.