Contributors

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Host

Jän Simon

Jän Simon is the Owner of Foundation Insurance Services, a Robertson Ryan & Associates agency. With nearly three decades in the insurance industry, Jän is known for his honesty, integrity, and commitment to doing what’s right—values that guide both his work and life.


Jän has been deeply engaged in his community through the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, where he’s held numerous leadership roles, including Past Chair of both the Chamber Board and Gilbert Leadership Board. He has also served on multiple civic and business boards and is now in his second term on the Town of Gilbert’s Planning and Zoning Commission.


In 2025, Jän launched Above & Beyond: Where Excellence Meets Elevation, a podcast spotlighting the stories, values, and motivations of business owners and entrepreneurs. Through his work, Jän’s mission remains clear—uplift others, strengthen businesses, and build meaningful connections that elevate the community.

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Editor

Jacob Simon

 Jacob Simon is the editor for the Above and Beyond Podcast. Originally pursuing a path in aviation, he brings that same level of focus and attention to detail into his work today. Outside of editing, he works as a kitchen manager at Vero Chicago Pizza, where he’s used to fast-paced environments and keeping things running smoothly. That mindset carries into his editing style - keeping each episode clean, easy to follow, and natural from start to finish. 

https://www.instagram.com/jakesimonnn/

Guests

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Above Par Network

Above Par Network is different from the rest!

Think about your experiences with traditional networking groups like Chambers, BNI, and Rotaries. Sure, they work, but let’s be honest—it often feels repetitive, and the price to join can be steep. At APN, we set ourselves apart by making networking accessible to anyone who wants it. Our Social Membership starts at just $89 annually, and our basic business-level membership is only $175 a year.

At APN, we host everything from traditional networking events like happy hours and lunch mobs to more unique offerings. We have a cigar club, golf outings, golf trips, pub crawls, wine tasting parties, suites at local sporting events, and a robust business development program. There’s truly something for everyone.

But let’s be clear: membership is like a gym. Simply signing up won’t guarantee results. Like anything in life, you have to show up and put in the effort.

https://aboveparnetwork.com/

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Stroll Seville

About Stroll

We know genuine connection – with neighbors next door and business owners down the street – makes for a more meaningful experience. And we believe getting to know people in your community should be as easy and enjoyable as an afternoon stroll. That’s why, since 2004, our magazines have been the means to a more connected life. Today, our industry-leading publications greet residents in hundreds of upscale neighborhoods nationwide.

Stroll is Turning Neighborhoods Into Communities® by sharing residents' stories and photos in the magazine. And through Business Spotlight stories, advertising, and in-person events, neighbors meet the people behind local businesses as well. Formerly known as N2 Publishing, Stroll is the flagship product of media powerhouse The N2 Company.

https://www.strollmag.com/locations/seville-az/

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Stroll Val Vista Lakes

About Stroll

We know genuine connection – with neighbors next door and business owners down the street – makes for a more meaningful experience. And we believe getting to know people in your community should be as easy and enjoyable as an afternoon stroll. That’s why, since 2004, our magazines have been the means to a more connected life. Today, our industry-leading publications greet residents in hundreds of upscale neighborhoods nationwide.

Stroll is Turning Neighborhoods Into Communities® by sharing residents' stories and photos in the magazine. And through Business Spotlight stories, advertising, and in-person events, neighbors meet the people behind local businesses as well. Formerly known as N2 Publishing, Stroll is the flagship product of media powerhouse The N2 Company.

https://www.strollmag.com/locations/val-vista-lakes-az/

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