🍝 EPISODE 37: Taste of Tradition with Antonio Alaio at Patrizia's Taverna | Beyond the Blueprint Podcast

Join host Stephen Marcellino Jr. for an authentic Italian culinary journey with Antonio Alaio, owner of Patrizia's Taverna on Staten Island! In this mouth-watering episode, we dive deep into the world of traditional Italian cuisine with a LIVE taste test of Patrizia's specialty dishes.

🎯 What You'll Discover:
• Live Food Tasting Experience** - Watch as we sample Patrizia's signature homemade pastas, fresh seafood, artisanal breads, and authentic Italian desserts
• Customer Happiness Secrets** - Antonio reveals the family traditions and personal touches that keep customers coming back for generations
• Restaurant Success Blueprint** - Learn the proven strategies behind running a thriving family-owned Italian restaurant empire with 17+ locations

🏆 About Our Guest:
Antonio Alaio comes from the legendary Alaio family, whose roots trace back to Naples, Italy. The Alaio brothers, Giacomo and Gennaro, founded Patrizia's with a simple mission: treat every guest like family. Antonio continues this tradition at his buzzing Staten Island location, where authentic recipes meet modern hospitality.

💡 Key Takeaways for Business Leaders:
✅ How family values drive customer loyalty and repeat business  
✅ The importance of consistency across multiple locations  
✅ Building a brand that customers become emotionally connected to  
✅ Balancing tradition with innovation in competitive markets

🔥 Why This Episode Matters:
Whether you're in hospitality, retail, or any customer-facing business, Antonio's insights on creating genuine connections and delivering consistent quality will transform how you think about customer experience.

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Multiple locations across NYC area

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 🍝 Episode 36: The Rise of Patrizia's - From 1 to 16 Locations | Beyond the Blueprint Podcast**

Join host Stephen Marcellino Jr. as he sits down with the inspiring founders behind Patrizia's, a family-owned Italian restaurant franchise that has grown from a single location to 16 thriving establishments with an international presence. This is more than just a business success story – it's a testament to the power of hard work, determination, and never giving up on your dreams. https://www.patrizias.com/

In This Episode, You'll Discover:
• How one family's vision transformed into a 16-location restaurant empire
• The grit and determination required to build a successful franchise from the ground up
• Why treating customers like family became their secret ingredient for success
• The challenges and triumphs of expanding internationally while maintaining authentic Italian traditions
• How beautiful Italian meals and genuine hospitality created a lasting legacy

Key Takeaways:
✅ The importance of family values in business growth
✅ Strategies for scaling a restaurant franchise without losing authenticity
✅ How determination and hard work can overcome any obstacle
✅ Building customer loyalty through genuine care and exceptional experiences
✅ Maintaining quality and culture across multiple locations

From humble beginnings to international success, Patrizia's story proves that with enough grit, family support, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, any dream is achievable. Their journey of making every customer feel like family while serving beautiful Italian meals is both inspiring and actionable for any entrepreneur.

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🔥 Episode 35: Mastering Customer-Centric Fire Safety with Djula Canovic | Beyond the Blueprint

Join us for an electrifying conversation with fire safety expert Djula Canovic as we dive deep into the strategies that are transforming the fire alarm industry in 2025. In this power-packed episode, we explore how putting customers first isn't just good business—it's the key to thriving in today's competitive market.

🎯 What You'll Discover:
• Customer-Centric Success Strategies - Learn how focusing on customer needs drives loyalty, repeat business, and sustainable growth in the fire protection industry
• The Power of Transparency - Discover why clear communication, honest pricing, and open business practices are essential for building trust and winning contracts
• Fire Alarm Sales Mastery - Get insider knowledge on the technical aspects that matter most to clients, from system specifications to compliance requirements

💡 Key Takeaways:
✅ How to align your fire safety solutions with evolving customer expectations
✅ Building long-term relationships through transparent business practices

✅ Technical insights that give you a competitive edge in fire alarm sales
✅ Strategies for demonstrating real value to fire protection customers

Whether you're in engineering, sales, or business development, this episode delivers actionable insights that will help you elevate your approach to customer service and technical sales in the fire safety industry.

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Join host Stephen Marcellino Jr. as he sits down with Roman Vladimirsky, owner of The Vladimirsky Team, to uncover the game-changing power of social media in today's business landscape.

🔥 What You'll Discover:
• How Roman built The Vladimirsky Team using social media as his secret weapon
• The specific platforms and strategies that drive real results
• Why most businesses fail at social media (and how to avoid these mistakes)
• Actionable tips you can implement immediately to transform your online presence
• The mindset shift that separates social media winners from losers

💡 Key Takeaways:
Roman reveals the exact social media blueprint that helped him scale his business and why he believes it's THE difference maker in today's competitive market. Whether you're a business owner, sales professional, or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insights you can't afford to miss.

🎧 Beyond the Blueprint Podcast is powered by Lippolis Electric Inc., bringing you authentic conversations with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and game-changers who are redefining success.

👔 Perfect for: Business owners, sales professionals, entrepreneurs, marketing professionals, and anyone looking to leverage social media for business growth.

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Join host Stephen Marcellino Jr. for an eye-opening conversation with Officer Jason Lacayo (aka "Jumpman Jay"), an 18-year police veteran who's transformed crisis intervention through the power of human connection and strategic de-escalation.

What You'll Discover:
✅ How Officer Lacayo prevented multiple suicide attempts through rapport-building techniques
✅ The psychology behind effective crisis intervention and de-escalation
✅ Leadership lessons from 10 years in Emergency Services Unit and SWAT operations
✅ How to build instant trust and compliance in high-pressure situations
✅ The bridge between community mental health needs and available services

Officer Lacayo's Impressive Background:
• 18-year veteran: NYPD (46th Precinct) → White Plains PD (2007-present)
• Mental Health Outreach Team specialist
• Certified SWAT Operator & NYS EMT
• 2021 Westchester County Police Honor Award recipient
• Multiple Meritorious Duty & Lifesaving Awards

From barricaded subjects to emotionally disturbed persons, Officer Lacayo has mastered the art of staying calm under pressure while building the rapport needed to save lives. His unique approach to crisis intervention offers valuable insights for leaders in any high-stakes environment.

Perfect for: Business executives, team leaders, sales professionals, and anyone who needs to navigate difficult conversations and build trust quickly.

🎯 New episodes drop every other Wednesday at 7:00 PM

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Join host Stephen Marcellino Jr. as he sits down with real estate powerhouse David Goldoff, founder of Camelot Realty Group and Penn South Capital. In this power-packed episode, discover the strategies behind managing over 130 properties, 1,500 units, and 1.2 million square feet of real estate.

🎯 What You'll Learn:
• How to scale a real estate portfolio to $300M+ in market value
• Key insights from $500M+ in successful transactions
• Strategic approaches to property management at scale
• Building and growing multiple real estate ventures
• Executive-level decision making in competitive markets

👤 About David Goldoff:
Distinguished real estate executive and entrepreneur who has built an impressive empire through Camelot Realty Group and Penn South Capital. With a portfolio exceeding $300M in market value and over $500M in transactions, David shares the blueprint for real estate success at the highest level.

🔥 Perfect for:
• Real estate investors and professionals
• Business owners looking to diversify
• Executives seeking growth strategies
• Anyone interested in building wealth through real estate

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FROM WALL STREET TO WORLD-CLASS ARTIST: KOMODO'S JOURNEY OF CREATIVE COURAGE | Beyond The Blueprint Ep. 31

In this captivating episode of Beyond The Blueprint, host Stephen Marcellino Jr. welcomes extraordinary artist Komodo, who shares his bold journey from the security of Wall Street to the unpredictable yet fulfilling world of freelance art.

Discover how Komodo transformed his passion into a thriving career creating masterpieces for icons including Mike Tyson, Guy Fieri, 50 Cent, and the Italian national soccer team. This conversation dives deep into what it truly takes to walk away from a lucrative 9-5 job and pursue your authentic dreams.

SPECIAL FEATURE: Watch as Komodo creates a live painting during the interview and unveils an exclusive custom piece for Lippolis Electric CEO Carmine Lippolis!

Whether you're contemplating a career change or simply love stories of courage and creativity, this episode delivers powerful insights on taking risks and building a life that aligns with your true calling.
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🎉 MILESTONE EPISODE 30 🎉

From the sun-kissed shores of Mola Di Bari, Italy, to becoming a powerhouse in the American automotive industry - Leonardo DiDona's story embodies the very essence of the American Dream. 

In this special milestone episode of Beyond the Blueprint, host Stephen Marcellino Jr. sits down with the owner of DiDona Auto Group for an inspiring conversation about transformation, perseverance, and success. Leonardo opens up about his journey from his early days in the Italian Military to building a renowned automotive empire in the tri-state area.

Discover:
• The challenges and triumphs of immigrating to New York in his early 20s
• How his Italian roots shaped his approach to business and client relationships
• The principles that helped him build a national reputation in the automotive industry
• Valuable insights on overcoming adversity while chasing ambitious goals

Whether you're an entrepreneur, immigrant, or someone pursuing your own American Dream, this episode delivers powerful lessons on turning vision into reality through determination and hard work.

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Safet Paljevic, the dynamic owner of the legendary Conti's Bakery – a Bronx institution with over 100 years of history so iconic, they have a street named after them!

In this episode, Safet shares his remarkable journey from his immigrant family roots to becoming a powerhouse entrepreneur. Discover how he transformed a struggling neighborhood bakery into a thriving business that now proudly supplies the prestigious Yankees Stadium Legend Suites and employs over 40 people.

Get ready for raw insights about:
• The true meaning of sacrifice in the pursuit of success
• Building and scaling a century-old business for modern times
• The unstoppable immigrant work ethic that drives excellence
• Real-world lessons in business growth and transformation

With his signature humor and no-nonsense approach, Safet proves that with the right mindset and relentless determination, you can turn any opportunity into gold. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, business owner, or someone looking for motivation to chase your dreams, this episode delivers the perfect blend of practical wisdom and inspiring stories.

Beyond the Blueprint Episode 29 - Where heritage meets hustle, and tradition meets transformation. 🥖⚾️💪 

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🎯 Beyond the Blueprint Episode 28: "Building Unshakeable Success: Systems and Mindset Mastery with Dave Reggina"

In this powerful episode of Beyond the Blueprint, powered by Lippolis Electric Inc., Stephen Marcellino Jr. sits down with Dave Reggina to uncover the blueprint of an unstoppable mindset and the systems that drive consistent success.

Key Insights:
• The "No Quit" Mindset: Understanding the psychology of persistence
• Systems for Success: Creating frameworks that deliver results
• Turning Challenges into Stepping Stones
• Implementation Strategies for Both Business and Personal Growth

Whether you're an executive, business owner, or professional looking to level up, this episode delivers actionable insights on building resilience and creating systems that stand the test of time.

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