In this special end-of-year episode of Island Money 365, I sit down with the dynamic Kobey Smith, entrepreneur advocate, bridge-builder, and changemaker at the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce. If you’re a current or aspiring business owner—this is your episode. Packed with laughs, real talk, and insights you didn’t know you needed.

We cover:

• What the Chamber of Commerce really does—and why you should be part of one

• How networking with intention builds generational wealth

• Why success doesn’t always mean 7 figures

• Budgeting, taxes, and the power of paying yourself first

• Why financial intelligence > financial literacy

• His favorite quote from grandpa: "Don’t eat wooden pork chops” 🐷😂 (yes, we explain it!)

From funding your passion to showing up in your community, this episode is a must-listen for anyone rewriting their financial story and redefining what wealth and legacy truly mean.