PODCAST · business
Leverage & Beverage
by Greg Sobocinski
A podcast about the trials and tribulations of building, growing, and nurturing businesses and hobbies. We will hear stories and talk about the strategy behind the process, all while sipping on some of our favorite beverages. The goal of this podcast is to create leverage and learn about how to get from where you are to where you want to go.
Episodes
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Episode 31 - Clint Weiler: Fun Dungeon
Tune in to Episode 31 with Clint Weiler of Fun Dungeon. We started this conversation in the dungeon surrounded by the sights and sounds of 80s and 90s arcade games. We chat about Clint’s background in the music, entertainment, and gaming business. It was these endeavors that allow Clint to keep…
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Episode 30 - Raegan Kelly: Better For All
Tune in to Episode 30 with Raegan Kelly of Better For All. We touch on Raegan’s background in the film industry and how her side side quest became her main journey. Better For All looks to fill the void in the sustainability industry with a solution to the many problems in the waste management…
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Episode 29 - Tyler Kropp: HydroPower Exterior Cleaning
Tune in to Episode 29 with Tyler Kropp of HydroPower Exterior Cleaning. We hit on his background and entry into the home services industry as well as the story of how he got his first gig. We also dive head first into the process of scaling a business like this with zero outside capital and the...
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Episode 28 - Tom Nicholls: "Tom of All Trades"
Tune in to Episode 28 with Tom Nicholls, or “Tom of All Trades.” This name is appropriate for a few reasons. Tom is fully employed in terms of receiving a W2 income, but also has several side hustles, which compliment and round out the legs of his proverbial stool. While earning a full time…
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Episode 27 - Stephen Tuck: Anglo American Tools
Tune in to Episode 27 with Stephen Tuck of Anglo American Tools. Anglo American is a wholesaler in the business of the finest European hand tools. Listen to our chat about his growing up in England and early dreams of becoming a professional soccer player. He learned, however, that he was…
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Episode 26 - Shea Roggio: Soko Bag
Tune in to Episode 26 with Shea Roggio of Soko Bag. This podcast was recorded while sitting in the future home of Soko Bag that is currently covered in dust and tools. We chat about the process behind starting a restaurant. We dive into the importance of market research, dialed-in recipes, and...
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Episode 25 - Biba Vernon: Beauty By Biba
Tune in to Episode 25 with Biba Vernon of Beauty By Biba. Biba has been in the skin therapy and beauty scene for 20+ years. She has worked in salons in New York, Los Angeles, and Philadelphia before embarking on the adventure of starting her own. Hear all about how she made the transition from...
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Episode 24 - Gail Warner: Bridge Street Chocolates
Tune in to Episode 24 with Gail Warner of Bridge Street Chocolates. Gail is a lifelong lover of chocolate. In fact, she knew she would open a chocolate shop over 30 years ago. In this conversation I had the chance to unwrap some of her wonderful story from its beginnings to the stronghold that it...
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Episode 23 - Rob Lawless: Rob's 10k Friends
Tune in to Episode 23 with Rob Lawless of Rob’s 10k Friends. Rob has a lot of friends and that number is growing. This is conversation 5698 in Rob’s journey. Originally from Norristown, PA, Rob has always been an outgoing guy, and this project puts him even more at home. We chat about what the...
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Episode 22 - Drew Farnese: Revamp 365
Tune in to Episode 22 with Drew Farnese of Revamp 365, a company that purchases real estate properties that have potential to be fixed up and flipped or rented out. Their specialty is in helping sellers that may not be able to sell in traditional ways. We start with a history of Drew’s entrance...
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Episode 21 - Derek "Ducky" Ryan: Keller Williams
Tune in to Episode 21 with Derek “Ducky” Ryan, real estate agent with Keller Williams. We touch on a bunch of topics including building a pipeline of business as a self-employed individual. We discuss the how behind fostering a “bring home what you kill” mentality. We also touch on the idea that...
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Episode 20 - Lori Colasanti: The Job Exchange Associates
Tune in to Episode 20 with Lori Colasanti of The Job Exchange Associates, a full-service staffing agency which has been matching businesses with talent for over 25 years. Their specialty is recruiting talent in the fields of accounting, administrative support, customer support, and human…
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Episode 19 - Deepa Lal & Laurin Dorman: Stokelan Estate Winery
Tune in to Episode 19 with Deepa Lal and Laurin Dorman of Stokelan Estate Winery. We chat about the hard work involved in building a business with the understanding that this “struggle” is a good thing. We dive into some of the wines themselves with Laurin Dorman, who is Stokelan’s general…
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Episode 18 - Vincent Jacobbi: Togronis
Tune in to Episode 18 with Vincent Jacobbi of Togronis, a ready-to-drink craft cocktail company that focuses on the Negroni. We talk about Vincent’s background growing up in the restaurant business, his experience in various sales roles over the years, and how his experiences have led to where he...
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Episode 17 - Chuck Garrity: Death of the Fox Brewing Company
Tune in to Episode 17 with Chuck Garrity of Death of the Fox Brewing Company. Death of the Fox is a local brewery, coffee house, and coffee roastery, the first and only one of its kind in the state of NJ. We talk about Chuck’s background in the heathcare industry, the similarities between coffee...
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Episode 16 - Jason Shoff: Mill Creek Apiary
Tune in to Episode 16 with Jason Shoff of Mill Creek Apiary, a local bee keeping operation and manufacturer of exquisite bee products. We discuss some of the following: What is an apiary? Why is honey a superfood? Why are honey-related products a good business model? We also talk about the…
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Episode 15 - Bill Butrymowicz: Seaview Beverage
Tune in to Episode 15 with Bill Butrymowicz of Seaview Beverage, a beverage distribution company in South Jersey. We talk about his entry into the business started by his dad's entrepreneurial spirit. What started as taking a chance on an up and coming brand, has turned into a great business...
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Episode 14 - Ben Roberts III: Ben's Shine
Tune in to Episode 14 with Ben Roberts III of Ben's Shine, a shoeshine business. We talk about his upbringing and early entry into the world of business development. We talk about family dynamics and how sometimes things that seem unfair or not beneficial, actually turn out to be in our benefit.…
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Episode 13 - Marc Brookland: SEOLocale
Tune in to Episode 13 with Marc Brookland of SEOLocale. We dive into his college career and dissatisfaction with his path at the time. We talk about the topic of luck in business as well as taking advantage of opportunities that present themselves. We explore the world of digital marketing…
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Episode 12 - Anthony Parenti: Omnia Basketball Academy
Tune in to Episode 12 with Anthony Parenti of Omnia Basketball Academy. We dive into his early upbringing, career in teaching, and his new venture, Omnia Basketball Academy. We examine the mindset of uncertainty and procrastination of business owners, emphasize the importance of learning from...
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Episode 11 - Rob Romarino: Sentry Equipment
Tune in to Episode 11 with Rob Romarino of Sentry Equipment. We dive into his early ventures in the corporate world and his eventual transition into the family business. We take a look at the growth of a multi-faceted distribution, sales, consulting, and service company that serves all parts of…
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Episode 10 - Maranda Burns & Bryan Jones: Peewee's Ice Cream
Tune in to Episode 10 with Maranda Burns and Bryan Jones of Peewee's Ice Cream. We dive into their backgrounds and their transition from local farmer's markets to opening a scoop shop. We pull back the curtain on the process of making ice cream and what a day in the life looks like for a retail…
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Episode 9 - Jacquie Stilley: BodyLab
Tune in to Episode 9 with Jacquie Stilley of BodyLab. We dive into her background as an athletic trainer and how that transitioned into the business that she and her husband, Erik, run today. We also talk all types of athletic training tech and touch on the anticipation of hiring your first...
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Episode 8 - Lloyd Bashkin: Lloyd Scott & Company
Tune in to Episode 8 with Lloyd Bashkin, CEO of Lloyd Scott & Company. We dive into his successful work as a business consultant-coach helping companies reach their fullest potential. We walk through solutions to the biggest obstacles businesses face as it relates to growth. We explore the…
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Episode 7 - Theresa Slater: Empire Interpreting Service
Tune in to Episode 7 with Theresa Slater of Empire Interpreting Service. We dive into her background, how to identify what opportunity looks like, and how to continually innovate. We also talk about "getting over the hump" in regards to starting a business, and then the importance of looking to...
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Episode 6 - John Ochipinti: Liberty Displays & Exhibits + On The Scene, Inc.
Tune in to Episode 6 with John Ochipinti of Liberty Display & Exhibits and On The Scene, Inc. We dive into his beginnings of working in the manufacturing field, his dropping out of college, and his movement into opportunities made apparent by his clients. Today, John and his team design, build…
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Episode 5 - Craig Coccaro: Game On! Arcade
Tune in to Episode 5 with Craig Coccaro of Game On! Arcade. We dive into his transition from the corporate world into something more sustainable. We talk about getting back to the basics in deciding which direction to go, hiring processes, and building a team to compliment your skills.
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Episode 4 - Mike Lees: Lunacy Brewing Company
In Episode 4, with Mike Lees of Lunacy Brewing Company, we dive into his craft beer beginnings, the process and adventure of opening and running a craft brewery, and the vision for the brewery going forward. We also talk all things beer and get into some pretty cool projects they have in the…
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Episode 3 - Aaron Diamond: Trainwreck Distillery
In this episode we talk to guest Aaron Diamond in his journey of building Trainwreck, the first legal craft distillery in Burlington County, NJ since prohibition. We also talk about his vision for the future of spirits and craft cocktails.
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Episode 2 - Sean Bell: Multi-Housing Depot
In this episode we talk to guest Sean Bell in his joining the family business and the vision to create the ideal living environment.
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Episode 1 - Adam Steele: Steele's Signature Pools
In this episode we talk to guest Adam Steele in his journey from landscaper to luxury pool designer.
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A podcast about the trials and tribulations of building, growing, and nurturing businesses and hobbies. We will hear stories and talk about the strategy behind the process, all while sipping on some of our favorite beverages. The goal of this podcast is to create leverage and learn about how to…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast about the trials and tribulations of building, growing, and nurturing businesses and hobbies. We will hear stories and talk about the strategy behind the process, all while sipping on some of our favorite beverages. The goal of this podcast is to create leverage and learn about how to get from where you are to where you want to go.
HOSTED BY
Greg Sobocinski
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