Biz in the 916 Kristin Berkery

The final episode of Biz in the 916. Failure and loss are a part of business. Four entrepreneurial women from the Sacramento area talk about how they dealt with failure and loss, and as a result learned to gain a new level of success.

Doug Thomas of 96.9 The Eagle and Kristin Berkery spent a Saturday morning at Entercom talking about the radio business, dogs, drumming, and real estate, with a few famous names thrown in for fun.  Doug also shares stories about his favorite local charities, like Me One, Placer SPCA, and more.

Rose Connolly is a professional petsitter who shares her path from the radio business to law enforcement to caring for others' animals. She offers tips for people who want to start a petsitting business (hint: online reviews are really important) and she gives advice to pet owners who are looking for a trustworthy petsitter.

Right out of college, Preet Ahluwalia and her brother started a commercial real estate investment firm. They help investors who want to create generational wealth by connecting them with sources of capital and advising them on market conditions. Preet also shares how her father's unique story has influenced her career success. Preet's next goal is "impact investing" - investments that produce both a financial return and a net benefit to the community.

In this first mini episode of Biz in the 916, Kristin Berkery talks about the unique characteristics of millennials and how their diversity just might save our world.

Renee Balcom shares her journey from technology professional to senior care advocate. She also talks about why she left Silicon Valley to move to a small town in Southern Oregon and her recovery from a major business loss. Bonus: Renee explains how you can save up to 90% on funeral costs - but you have to plan now.