All About Eastmark David Giarrizzo

Meet Jackie Hunter: a veteran's spouse, amazing mom, community leader, Eastmark Original, and so much more! When Jackie and her family moved to Eastmark over 10 years ago, they really planted roots here and made an intentional effort to know their neighbors. This has paid dividends since then, especially as Jackie's husband did multiple overseas deployments with the U.S. Army. Jackie shares how the Eastmark community became an such an important part of the Hunter's family life. Also, Ja...

G'day, mates! On this episode, David sits down for an in-depth conversation with longtime friend and Eastmark neighbor, Lauryn VanRooy. Lauryn opens up about moving from Australia to Arizona after being swept off her feet by her now late-husband, Garrett, living life in Eastmark before and after Garrett's sudden passing in 2021, and some of the projects that are currently keeping her busy. For more info about Eastmark, or questions about finding or selling a house in the area, visi...

Josh and Lexi Bera have an incredible story to share, and one that has a little bit of everything—romance, mystery, excitement, comedy, and hope. Both diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at young ages, Josh and Lexi met through a clinical trial for a new MS treatment—and that was just the beginning. Their dramatic story has been one of ups and downs, and it continues to be written right here in our little corner of Mesa, AZ. Listen in as David talks with Eastmark neighbors, MS warriors, c...

Matt Law is an Eastmark Original and the first resident to be selected for the Eastmark Assembly Board of Directors. As of a recent vote we have an Assembly board made up entirely of Eastmark residents!—and Matt and David talk about this milestone in our community's history, including why that's so significant. Also, since Matt has so much knowledge about the community as well as a unique vantage point on the goings-on here, we play a little game of "MythBusters: Eastmark Edition." Tune...

In this episode David gets a history lesson from Eastmark neighbor Kevin McMillen about Eastmark’s favorite neighborhood diner, as well as a science lesson on how Wi-Fi works. (Mind-blown!) More personally, Kevin shares his change journey from corporate big-man to supportive family man and neighbor. Also: If you’re someone who wants to see things change for the better in your community, listen to this episode for some ideas on HOW to make change happen!Links:Arizona Christian School Tuit...

Get to know Eastmark neighbor Michelle Hansen. Michelle does a lot for her neighbors, often behind the scenes—and screen. Not only has she participated in and organized an Eastmark book club (and successfully through COVID), but Michelle has been a huge help in moderating the Eastmark Neighbors Facebook group (residents only).Listen in as David sits down to introduce you to Michelle, and discover a little about what makes her such an integral part of our neighborhood! For more inf...