We had the good fortune of connecting with AZFOMO – Brielle Bethune and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi AZFOMO -, maybe we can start at the very start – the idea – how did you come up with the idea for your business?
I kept hearing the phrase “there’s nothing to do in Arizona,” and “Arizona’s boring!” Me, being from a much smaller town thought to myself, that’s crazy! There’s plenty to do, you just need to know where to look. I have always been known as the girl that’s “always up to something,” and kind of a natural-born social media guru who has always loved documenting and recording my adventures so this was the perfect opportunity.
I saw a need for more Arizona activities and entertainment so that Arizona locals and first time visitors alike wouldn’t be so bored! I provide in depth reels to show my experiences and recommendations so that people can know exactly what to expect and thus, making a better judgement about if they’d want to take time to visit the place out I posted!

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
Something I am proud of myself for is taking the opportunity to move to Arizona, a brand new state with nobody that I knew, to attend university. This was very scary for me but I wouldn’t be where I am today if I hadn’t taken the leap.
I succeeded, graduated early and got my bachelors degree in Business Management with a minor in Marketing. This was the perfect degree for me and allows me many opportunities today.
I want the world to know that anything you truly put your mind to, you can succeed. Don’t ever let anything limit you and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Monday – Brunch at Jojo coffeehouse (seasonal specials and coffee/mimosa flights) shopping at Scottsdale fashion square mall and Wonderspaces interactive museum in the mall

Tuesday – Sedona Day Trip, visit Tlaquepaque shopping village and do a wine tasting as well, go to a spa/get a massage, visit The Chai Spot

Wednesday – Arizona Boardwalk; Butterfly Wonderland, Dinner at Aunt Chiladas

Thursday – lake day at Saguaro Lake, swim, tan, cliff jumping

Friday – Odysea Aquarium Fish & Sips event where you can view the aquarium at night with adults only and drink stations, downtown Phoenix afterwards at Cityscape to drink and eat

Saturday – visit Farmers markets to shop for local goods and grab a fresh pressed juice, evening book a table at Undertow Speakeasy

Sunday – Drag Brunch at the Hot Chick Scottsdale, then Go to Lane Park Games and go duck pin bowling and axe throwing

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I want to give recognition to my dad, who has always supported me along my journey. No matter what I do, as long as I am putting my best efforts in, he acknowledges it and is proud of me. I never have to feel pressure that my career won’t be good enough for him because of the father he is and he is the best support system!

Website: https://azfomo.com

Instagram: https://Instagram.com/azfomo

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Other: https://tiktok.com/@azfomo

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