In this episode of the Faces of Grand Prairie podcast, host Jenna Pecor interviews Mary Dominguez Santini, the founder of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Grand Prairie. They discuss the importance of community engagement, the impact of COVID-19 on local businesses, and the need for business education and access to capital for entrepreneurs. Mary shares her experiences in founding the chamber, the significance of cultural understanding, and the challenges faced by small businesses. The conversation emphasizes the importance of collaboration, mentorship, and supporting the next generation of business leaders in the community.Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Grand Prairiehttps://grandprairiehispanicchamber.org/Episode SponsorsMy Jennarocity Estate Saleswww.myjennarocityestatesales.comCoffee News GPhttps://www.coffeenewsgp.com/Mansfield Driving Academyhttps://mansfield-drive.com/Jenna Pecor, Realtor Bancroft Realty https://jennapecor.com/

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/

This was a fun, albiet far too short, episode. My guest is one of the most recognizable alumni of SGPHS, JB Williams. JB tells how his passion for SGPHS football started his sophmore year and continued for years after graduation, running the famous SGPHS touchdown flag down the field for many years after. JB loves this city and loves our shared Alma Mater and it was a pleasure speaking with him on this very cold day! He will be back again to talk local Grand Prairie sports as soon as possible! This episode is sponsored by me! I am a Realtor with Bancroft Realty and own My Jennarocity Estate Sales, an estate liquidation company. Give me a call at 214-558-4410! But I'm looking for more sponsors!! If you're a business who'd like to sponsor the Faces of Grand Prairie, you can do so at our website, https://www.facesofgrandprairie.org!

My guest today is Tony Shotwell, Grand Prairie City Council Member, Place 5. Our episode is sponsored by Jenna Pecor with Bancroft Realty and Jennarocity Estate Sales...if you're looking to downsize for yourself or a parent, this is Jenna's specialty! 214-558-4410

My guest today is Grand Prairie City Council Member Junior Ezeonu. Junior is the youngest council member ever elected in the history of Grand Prairie. We discuss issues all over the political spectrum, from term limits to being a partisan representative in a nonpartisan elected position. This video is sponsored and hosted by Jenna Pecor. Jenna is a Realtor with Bancroft Realty in Grand Prairie and provides estate sale services through her company, Jennarocity Estate Sales. If you are in the market for either of these services, reach out to Jenna at 214-558-4410!

Robin Brown is a wealth of knowledge on many subjects, but today we discuss the assassination of John F. Kennedy Jr and what led Robin to begin doing JFK tours in Dallas 12 years ago. We discuss the historical events leading up to the assassination and even incorporate some Grand Prairie history into the discussion. This episode is sponsored and hosted by Jenna Pecor, Realtor at Bancroft Realty in Grand Prairie, TX. Jenna has been a Realtor in North Texas since 2014 and looks forward to helping you with your real estate needs! Call her at 214-558-4410.To listen to Robin's first interview on the Faces of Grand Prairie podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show...To book a tour with Robin: https://www.jfkcustomtours.com/00:00 The Genesis of JFK Custom Tours10:37 The 1963 Lincoln Continental and the most recent anniversary16:30 Yearly Visitors to Dealey Plaze and the impact of the assassination on world history18:30 President Trump and the JFK/RFK/MLK Files30:13 The Disbelief of Baby Boomer Generation, will opening the files change anyone's mind? 34:23 The Military Industrial Complex, JFK Jr and the Vietnam War42:38 The Supply and Demand of the War Machine47:07 Bureacratic Control and Local Goverance49:26 What made Kennedy unique and dangerous to the people in Washington DC52:41 The Kennedy Family Legacy and Political Ambitions1:01:23 The 1960 Presidential Election1:05:44 JFKs 1960 Grand Prairie TX Campaign Stop and the Famous Picture on Main Street1:07:20 The Blue Political Landscape of Texas in 1960 1:21:20 Why No One In Washington DC Wanted Kennedy to Become President1:25:00 Kennedy and the Vietnam War1:38:00 Kennedy's Executive Order NSAM263, South Vietnam signed October 11, 19631:42:14 LBJ's Executive Order NSAM 273, November 26, 1963-A reveral of policy 1:46:00 Air Force General Ed Lansdale and CIA Director Alan Dulles1:52:00 No Live Coverage by the Press of the Motorcade and the Zapruder Film1:55:28 Public Perception and the Conspiracy Narrative 2:02:45 Lee Harvey Oswald: The Patsy2:16:45 The Warren Commission's Report2:19:285 The Impact of the Zapruder Film2:25:08 The Importance of a Private Citizen Documenting History2:32:14 The Public's Reaction to the Zapruder Film Upon it's Initial Release in 19752:40:15 Congressional Investigations and Findings2:49:33 Revival of Interest in the Assassination after Oliver Stone's 1991 Film2:53:09 Grand Prairie High School's Championship Win Against Witchita Falls on night after Kennedy's Assassination in November 22, 1963