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EPISODE · Jan 7, 2026 · 21 MIN

Second Chances and New Beginnings: Frank Scarso's Journey from Wall Street to Redemption

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Send us Fan MailIn this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Frank Scarso, author and CEO of Avanza Capital, whose life story embodies the essence of second chances. After spending over two decades on Wall Street, Frank faced a personal crisis that led him to addiction and homelessness. Now, with eight years of sobriety under his belt, he is not only sharing his journey through his upcoming book, *The Hard Way Home*, but also making a significant impact in the small business community by deploying over $250 million in funding across 48 states. Frank reflects on the importance of redemption, the lessons learned from his past, and how he transformed his struggles into a mission to help others. He discusses the unique challenges small businesses face in securing funding and how Avanza Capital strives to provide swift and honest support. Join us as Frank shares powerful insights on resilience, accountability, and the profound impact of kindness in leadership. Discover more about Frank and his initiatives at www.avanza.nyc.Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Frank Scarso, author and CEO of Avanza Capital, whose life story embodies the essence of second chances. After spending over two decades on Wall Street, Frank faced a personal crisis that led him to addiction and homelessness. Now, with eight years of sobriety under his belt, he is not only sharing his journey through his upcoming book, *The Hard Way Home*, but also making a significant impact in t...

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