Money and Meaning

Before It Was Cool, The First ABA Company In LakewoodBefore ABA was widely known in Lakewood Township, Chevy Nussbaum was already building.As the founder of Brain Builders, she shares what it took to start early, lead with heart, and create something rooted in real care for people.This episode is about more than therapy; it’s about connection, the impact of a dedicated team, and  what can happen when someone truly believes in a child.

What happens when trauma hits after you lose someone you love and changes everything? Dr. Robyn Koslowitz opens up about her early trauma, including the heartbreaking loss of her father, and how she transformed that pain into a guiding superpower. She shares honest, actionable insights on how healing can shape your parenting, your work, your career and help you unlock your fullest potential.This isn’t about surviving your past; it’s about unleashing your superpowers.

Julie Elkon and Raisy Sirote sit down with Rebecca Lemmer, founder of CompuVoip, for an honest conversation on business growth, innovation, and faith in business. Rebecca shares how she built and scaled a technology company over 40 years, navigated her darkest days, and is embracing AI as the next step in innovation.This episode explores what it means to lead with values, stay grounded in faith, and build a resilient business rooted in customer focus and integrity.🎧 Subscribe for real conversations with Jewish entrepreneurs and share with someone building a purpose-driven business.

Cash isn’t always king and Yael Ishakis isn’t afraid to say it.In this conversation, the Mortgage Queen from FM Home Loans breaks down why a strong, strategic pre-approval can outperform a cash offer, why nearly 90% of “cash buyers” still rely on financing, and what really matters when clients are making the biggest purchase of their lives.Yael shares how she builds mortgages around people, not just numbers, navigating tight deadlines, coordinating with realtors and builders, fixing inevitable mess-ups, and giving honest financial advice rooted in living within your means. At the heart of it all is her belief that givers gain, a mindset that drives collaboration, long-term relationships, and better outcomes for everyone at the table.If you care about doing business the right way and winning because of it, this one’s a must-listen.

Join Julie Elkon and Raisy Sirote on Money and Meaning: Success That Matters, where Jewish entrepreneurs share how faith, purpose, and smart business collide. Learn to lead with values, overcome challenges, and grow a business that leaves a legacy.