Amplify Credit Union debuts podcast highlighting leaders that are shaping the future of Austin
Amplify Credit Union debuts podcast highlighting leaders that are shaping the future of Austin
Recognized and rising voices in Austin’s foodservice, government and business sector to be featured in first four episodes
AUSTIN, Texas—Today, Amplify Credit Union debuted the launch of Changing Austin, a new podcast series rooted in storytelling and designed to elevate the voices of individuals shaping the future of Austin. The series will spotlight leaders from across various industries who are driving innovation and guiding decisions in Central Texas. Amplify started this podcast to provide local leaders with a platform to share their thoughts on the rapid transformation of our community and how they hope to honor the Austin of yesterday while meeting the needs of the Austin of tomorrow.
“The story of each business and nonprofit in our community is the story of Austin itself,” Stacy Armijo, chief experience officer at Amplify Credit Union, said. “My hope is that these conversations spark new ideas, strengthen our sense of community, and encourage new ideas for purpose-driven leaders. At a time when the city is evolving quickly, Changing Austin helps us thoughtfully capture that evolution together.”
Each episode will explore topics that are both personal and professional such as consistency vs. adaptation, evolution vs. revolution and the stresses and strengths of effective leadership.
Early episodes feature voices such as:
- Mason Ayer, chief executive officer, Kerbey Lane All Day Cafe
- Davon Barbour, president and CEO, Downtown Austin Alliance
- Kara Hanaoka, executive director, Good Works Austin
- The Honorable Denise Hernández, Judge, Travis County Court #6
These topics also mirror the broader changes shaping Austin’s workforce and economy, as growth across key sectors continues to influence how people lead, adapt and plan for the future. The city’s job market continues to outpace national trends, fueled by expansion in infrastructure, technology and social impact ventures. According to Workforce Solutions Capital Area, Austin’s infrastructure sector employed more than 222,000 residents in 2024 and is projected to grow by more than 80% by 2040.
“As Austin grows, we’re not just watching from the sidelines, we’re pulling up a chair to the table,” Matt Monagle, vice president of marketing at Amplify Credit Union, said. “This is a platform where local leaders can translate the stories of their organizations into actionable management and leadership insights. Our hope is that meaningful change comes from amplifying the people who are bridging Austin’s past and future.”
Episodes of Changing Austin will be released biweekly and are available on all major streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Podcasts. To learn more, listen and subscribe, visit changingaustin.com.
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About Changing Austin
Changing Austin is a biweekly podcast from Amplify Credit Union that features the voices of leaders driving the city's growth and transformation. Centered on the power of storytelling, each episode highlights both personal and professional journeys of changemakers across Austin’s diverse sectors. Hosted by Amplify’s chief experience officer Stacy Armijo, the series offers thoughtful conversations designed to inspire purpose-driven leadership, foster stronger community connections and ignite fresh ideas. Topics range from navigating change to balancing tradition and innovation in a city evolving at record pace. Learn more, listen and subscribe at LINK.
About Amplify Credit Union
Amplify Credit Union offers fee-free banking and award-winning lending to anyone who lives or works in Texas. In 1967, the organization was founded as the credit union for IBM employees in Austin. Today, it provides digital-first banking and lending services to over 50,000 members, including home loans, checking & savings accounts, commercial lending, and more. In addition, Amplify has been named a Top Workplace in Austin for three years in a row, and this year was named a Top 50 Workplace in the USA. The organization is rooted in its mission to improve the financial lives of its members and uses the proceeds from that to provide a safe place to call home for those without. Join us at www.goamplify.com.
Details
June 18, 2025
Amplify Credit Union
Name: Blake Pousson
Email: bpousson@ecprtexas.com