Atlanta has a big reputation as a science town. So it makes sense the city would host the Atlanta Science Festival, a two-week celebration of science and technology. Meisa Salaita of Atlanta Science Festival returns to the program to talk about the 2022 edition. She shares the Festival’s origin story, explains this year’s event highlights, and reveals what it takes to operate and grow a successful event such as this.

Jon Waterhouse is joined by Cindy Richards, founder of Best Nest Senior Advisors, and Rob Stearns, a family advisor for the company. Best Nest Senior Advisors uses its expertise and market knowledge to help clients navigate the overwhelming process of senior living options. They explain how their business works, the definition of a senior advisor and a placement company, and a whole lot more.

It’s always great to have entrepreneurs return to the program to give us an update on how they’re making things work. So we’re happy to welcome back Jerome Sabol, the award-winning owner and president of Atlanta-based plumbing service, PlumbWorks. One of the city’s leading plumbing companies, PlumbWorks has been in business since 1989. Sabol brings us up to date with the goings-on of his business, from utilizing new technology to the importance of consulting a business coach. Other topics include the current employment landscape, the company’s apprentice program, and Plumb Works Academy, a free, how-to online video course.

This week’s Lenz On Business will air at 5 p.m. January 23.

Of course, new fitness goals are typical for many this time of year. And this week’s special guest occupies an interesting niche in the fitness business. Vivo is an online, small group, fitness program that focuses on strength training for seniors and people over 55. Using online technology, Vivo makes the personal training model affordable and accessible to its users, who are able to do it in their own homes. Levitan talks with Jon Waterhouse about how the company came together, how the pandemic changed their plans, the importance of strength training for seniors, and more.

This week, Lenz on Business will air on Sunday, January 9^th at 5 PM.

The home real estate market continues to be super hot right now and this week’s guest brings a strong perspective. Jenni oversees the operations of Atlanta’s first residential real estate firm and was honored as one of the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Most Admired CEOs of 2020. She shares her residential real estate savvy with Jon Waterhouse and talks about the 2020 boom, the forecast for the remainder of 2021, the idea of a seller’s market, buying trends, and more.

It’s the season of giving, but healthcare workers give year-round. One such person is this week’s guest. In addition to being a physician, Dr. Kirsch is a business leader, educator, author, internationally-known lecturer, and so much more. Dr. Kirsch will be calling in to discuss the business side of healthcare, how the pandemic continues to transform the practice of medicine, how Georgia Urology has managed to thrive and grow for more than 50 years, and other topics. Staying in step with the season, host Jon Waterhouse asks Dr. Kirsch about the practice’s many philanthropic projects, including its involvement with Project Chimps.

For nearly two years, Viral Solutions has been on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic. From providing much-needed testing opportunities early on to administering vaccines to adults and now children, Viral Solutions has evolved as a healthcare service provider. Today the company has 18 sites across metro Atlanta. Lefkove and Sanders return to the program to talk about the growth of its business, and hot COVID-19-related topics including the omicron variant, booster shots, pediatric vaccines, and how to safely celebrate the 2021 holidays.

This week’s guest knows all about the business of Halloween. He’s co-founder of Netherworld, a haunted attraction with movie-worthy special effects. Netherworld is recognized as one of the most highly acclaimed haunted houses in the world, and it’s currently celebrating its 25th anniversary. It’s been covered by a slew of media outlets, including CNN, “The Today Show,” “The Early Show,” The Travel Channel, the Wall Street Journal, and more. Since relocating to Stone Mountain in 2017, Netherworld has expanded its offerings to include year-round escape games and outdoor laser tag. Ben chats with host Jon Waterhouse about the secret to longevity, surviving the pandemic, business growth, and more.

Poverty and homelessness affect all aspects of society, and this week we’ll be learning about a non-profit whose focus is to alleviate these things on a local level. Since 1969, Decatur Cooperative Ministry’s mission has been to help families facing homelessness settle into safe, stable homes and build healthy lives filled with peace, hope, and opportunity. Board members Niki Morrow and Amma Williams talk to Jon Waterhouse about DCM’s programs. We also hear from Mike Killeen, founder of Amplify My Community, an organization that produces concerts and festivals in order to raise money for other non-profits. Its signature event is the Amplify Decatur Music Festival, and all proceeds benefit Decatur Cooperative Ministry. It will take place October 2, 2021 on the downtown Decatur Square, and will feature Indigo Girls, John Paul White, Rodney Crowell, Blind Boys of Alabama, The Cactus Blossoms Duo, and Michelle Malone.

If you’ve spent any time trekking the nation’s highways, you’ve at the very least seen the signs or perhaps visited a Stuckey’s location. These roadside pit stops are experiencing a new era thanks to this week’s guest. Having served for more than a decade in the Georgia House of Representatives, Stephanie Stuckey is now CEO of Stuckey’s, the company her grandfather founded more than 80 years ago. She talks with Jon Waterhouse about purchasing the company and what it has been like breathing new life into an iconic brand.