Coffee Talks with LSPAA Podcast

Hear from the incredible people shaping the future of St. Pete
Coffee Talks Podcast
Hosted by Ron Platt, Class of 2020, NASDF
Sponsored by Pyper, Inc. Branding & Marketing

Welcome to Coffee Talks With LSPAA, a podcast celebrating the leaders, changemakers, and community champions who make St. Petersburg a vibrant place to live and lead. Each episode features candid conversations with Leadership St. Pete alumni and event speakers, business owners, nonprofit leaders, creatives, and innovators, all sharing the real stories behind their work, their "why," and the impact they're making across our city. Expect behind-the-scenes insights from our events, practical wisdom on leadership and community building, and inspiration to deepen your own involvement in St. Pete.

Want to pitch a guest? Email lspaa@lspaa.com
Welcome to Coffee Talk with LSPAA

Audrey Grounds, Events Director, Caledon Concepts
Mark Sprague, Deputy Director, Airport Operations and Facilities, St Pete - Clearwater International Airport.   
Jamie Van Cuyk, Owner, Growing Your Team

Welcome to Coffee Talk with LSPAA, a new podcast hosted by Ron Platt, Co-Founder/CEO for the National Association for Single and Divorced Families (NASDF.org) that features Leadership St. Pete alumni discussing their leadership and professional experiences.

September 24, 2025
Individualized Approach on Using Business Banking to Satisfy Your Short-and-Long Term Goals

Melissa Salamanca discusses SBA lending, risk management, and her "deal-maker" mindset. Discover how individualized banking leads to long-term growth.

January 19, 2026
Scaling Your Business the Local Way

Stop being just a number at a big bank. Debbie Viveiros reveals how local relationships get deals done faster. Plus, a look inside the future of Leadership St. Pete!

January 27, 2026