Upfront Planning Podcast

Join the dynamic conversations in the Upfront Planning Podcast as the owner of Upfront Planning, a renowned land planning and entitlement consulting firm based in Arizona, delve into the captivating world of development. Be prepared for lively discussions, unique perspectives, and intriguing experiences shared by the hosts and occasional guest experts. With each episode, we explore a wide range of topics within the development field, touching on everything from the latest trends to the intersection of politics. But it doesn't stop there! Our casual and engaging format extends to water cooler discussions, mind-boggling work-life experiences, and thought-provoking moments that will leave you saying 'OMG, can you believe this?' Tune in for a fun and entertaining podcast that will take you on an immersive journey through the fascinating realms of development. From the weekly topic to unexpected detours, the Upfront Planning Podcast delivers insightful content that keeps you hooked. Foll

Upfront Planning Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Jessica Sarkissian, with 158 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Jessica Sarkissian hosts Upfront Planning Podcast, a business show with 158 episodes published.

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  Ep. 153 - What Is A State Mine Inspector?!

  Sep 29, 20261h 7m

  Les Presmyk talks about mining in Arizona and what it means to be the State Mine Inspector. Hear about his background working in the mines over the last several decades, as an engineer for SRP, as a Councilman in Gilbert and how he works to ensure safety to the hundreds of mines throughout the state as the State Mine Inspector. Les tells some great history and educates us about the minerals found in Arizona and what the state mineral is, and it’s not Copper. Learn what a tight community mining is throughout Arizona and where you can find some of the best food in these mining towns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Ep. 152 - How do you build a World Cup Pitch!?

  Sep 15, 20261h 1m

  Patrick Beazley, Civil Engineer from Lloyd Sports + Engineering, talks about the World Cup and imposter syndrome. Hear what went into the 2-foot base for the pitch and what it was like being on the field during the quarter finals.  Hear how he went after his dream job in the US through a simple email and listen in as we get into important questions like how do you keep grass healthy under a dome, are spiders that big in Australia and do kangaroos really have abs?  Listen to this entertaining episode for some new trivia knowledge.

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  Ep 151: The Mark Stapp Double Header - Shit That Went wrong!

  Sep 1, 202647 min

  Mark follows up with this fun and honest episode about what projects have just failed.  Hear him tell the stories of what projects went sideways and why and what he learned in the process.  Mark and Jessica dive into all the ways the best intentions on projects go sideways and endure a fiery death, maybe not that bad, but why it happens and who some, many years later even rise like a slow, tired Phoenix.  Listen in as Mark goes into all the details. (2/2)

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  Ep 150: The Mark Stapp Double Header; the MRED experience

  Sep 1, 202656 min

  Mark Stapp, Executive Director for the ASU's Master of Real Estate Development program joins the podcast to talk about his work in real estate development and how he came to join ASU and become one of the Phoenix Business Journal's 2026 Most Admired Leaders.  Hear about his development background and work which makes him a sought-after analyst to the Governor's office on pressing housing and economic development discussions.(1/2) 

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  Ep. 147 - Funding Public Projects Another Way

  Jul 21, 202652 min

  Lance Holman, President and CEO with Holman Capital, joins the podcast to talk about his approach over the last 20 years!  This is such an interesting discussion about what to do when Bonds fail and how to get the funds to keep things moving smoothly.  He talks about the additional funding opportunities that he has seen succeed and provide more positive financial outcomes with more security and less risk.    He has worked with large and small municipalities, school districts, police and fire departments, sanitary districts and hopes to share some relief for when you just have to get the roads, waterlines and sewers fixed or upgraded, finding funding access to get it done!    This discussion is a great one for anyone in the field on how to approach funding options you didn’t even know you had!

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