In this conversation, Coach Gary Bartell shares his journey from growing up in Grand Prairie, Texas, to becoming a successful college football coach. He discusses his early athletic experiences, the transition to college football at Texas Tech, and the challenges he faced in his personal life and career. Bartell reflects on the importance of mentorship in coaching and the impact of his experiences on his life and career. He also shares insights into the evolution of coaching styles and the significance of community in sports. Bartel discusses the challenges and triumphs of building a football program, the impact of COVID-19 on athletics, and her transition from coaching to becoming an athletic director.

Discover the insights from Brian Bondy, the new President of the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce, as he shares his vision for local business growth and community engagement.Episode Sponsors: My Jennarocity Estate Sales: https://myjennarocityestatesales.com/Coffee News GP: https://www.coffeenewsgp.com/Mansfield Driving Academy: https://mansfield-drive.com/Jenna Pecor, Bancroft Realty: https://jennapecor.com/Faces of Grand Prairie Website: https://facesofgrandprairie.org/Sign Up for the Monthly Faces of GP Newsletter: http://gem.godaddy.com/signups/9ff78e46af114e63ac1c4bdbea3489cf/join00:00 Introduction to Brian Bondi and the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce05:54 The Business Landscape of Grand Prairie09:10 Networking Opportunities and Community Engagement11:57 The Role of Small Businesses in Grand Prairie15:09 Sales Skills and Overcoming Challenges18:00 The Importance of Follow-Up and Customer Relationships27:38 The Weight of Responsibility in Business29:04 The Rise of Entrepreneurship Post-Pandemic31:02 The Importance of Local Business Expertise33:25 The Hard Work Behind Success34:19 Chamber of Commerce: Structure and Purpose35:44 Empowering the Next Generation through Education38:40 Innovative Education and Career Pathways40:06 The Shift Towards Trades and Technical Skills42:27 Chamber Events: Networking and Growth Opportunities44:22 Community Leadership and Vision46:48 Navigating Challenges in Business48:42 Connecting with the Chamber of Commerce#chamberofcommerce #grandprairietx #grandprairie #localbusiness

Join us as we sit down for a candid interview with Alex Dave, founder of Dave's Legacy nonprofit organization, to delve into the rich history and family legacies of the Dalworth community. Learn about the stories and experiences of one family that have shaped this vibrant neighborhood in Grand Prairie. Episode Sponsored by:Jenna Pecor, Bancroft Realty, 214-558-4410 https://jennapecor.com/Jennarocity Estate Sales https://myjennarocityestatesales.com/Dave's Legacy Nonprofit Website: https://www.daveslegacy.org/D Magazine "History of Dallas Food: The Legend of Eltee O. Dave and Dave’s Barbecue" https://www.dmagazine.com/frontburner/2011/08/history-of-dallas-food-the-legend-of-eltee-o-dave-and-daves-barbecue/