Boston's Best

This week, I am joined by returning guests Anthony Passamonte and Lindsey Corak. Both Adam and Lindsey are Strategic Lifestyle and Fitness Planners who want to help others "stack up" positive, consistent habits in order to level up their lives.

Anthony and Lindsey dedicate their time to serving others and cultivating strong relationships. By leveraging strengths and weaknesses, they help individuals achieve their goals, regardless of their fitness level. The last time they were on the show, we talked about their business, Stacked Up Fitness, and how the fitness industry is constantly changing.

With those changes, Anthony and Lindsey are back to discuss their latest project, StackTrax Fitness. StackTrax Fitness is a new way to "lock in" your fitness and provides a convenient training solution for all fitness levels. This releasable and portable equipment creates a space-saving, versatile, and cost-effective workout space at home and beyond. Through patent research, dedication, and networking, Anthony and Lindsey pivoted from coaching online through the pandemic and brought this new concept to life.

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About Boston’s Best:

“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”

Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts. 

Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success.

This week, I'm talking with Robyn Riseberg, Founder of Boston Community Pediatrics (BCP). Boston Community Pediatrics was founded in November 2020 and is the first nonprofit pediatric private practice of its kind in Massachusetts. Providing primary care services, BCP also offers mental health resources, fitness, nutrition, and after-school programming.

By providing individualized care and leveraging asset-based, relationship-driven approaches to improve health outcomes and lower health care costs, BCP can provide healthcare for all patients, regardless of socioeconomic status or background.

Throughout our conversation, Robyn discusses what it was like working in the medical field 15-years before founding BCP and how traveling to India and Thailand pushed her to want to help people. In 2019, Robyn knew she wanted to "bring equity to pediatric healthcare," thus creating the vision for BCP. Robyn and I also discuss the importance of leading with your passion and why you should continue to pursue your goals and dreams despite negative feedback.

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About Boston’s Best:

“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”

Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success.

What’s better than a good cup of coffee and good vibes?

Knowing that you’re supporting a local, woman-owned business!

This week, I'm talking with Meaghan Peters, Owner of Crosby's Coffeehouse. Crosby’s Coffeehouse is an independent coffee shop located in Wrentham, MA, serving locally roasted coffee, baked goods, and good vibes.

Throughout our conversation, Meaghan shares how she went from working in a non-profit organization to building a successful coffee shop during Covid-19. By cultivating a strong community in 2020, during a time when most people found themselves at home, Crosby's Coffeehouse became a catalyst for building friendships and supporting local business.

Meaghan also shares how reaching out about a new industry, asking for help when she didn't know where to turn, and putting in the hours during an uncertain time jumpstarted her business.

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About Boston’s Best:

“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”

Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success.

Are you looking at buying a new property in 2022?

Maybe you're looking for the perfect vacation spot for you and your friends. Or perhaps you're looking to start a family in your forever home.

Regardless of your property needs, my guest this week is the perfect person to make your moving dreams come true.

This week, I'm talking with Lucas McGary. Lucas is a Mortgage Advisor of McGary Mortgages through Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. In 2019, Lucas was recognized as Rookie of the Year by closing over $63 million in loans during his second year.

His secret?

Lucas provides top-notch service and effective communication while educating potential home buyers.

Throughout our conversation, Lucas shares challenges he faced while navigating the mortgage and home-buying industry, how he pivoted from his initial referral business, and the importance of focusing on what you're good at and leading with your strengths.

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About Boston’s Best:

“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”

Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success.

This week, I'm talking with Masha Amelina, a Certified Physician Assistant and Founder of Visage Sculpture, the Premiere Cosmetic Clinic of Newton. Visage Sculpture specializes in non-surgical face shaping.

Originally from Russia, Masha moved to the U.S. at 17 and has always dreamed of becoming a plastic surgeon. After working in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in the Boston Medical Center, Masha decided to start her own company.

Throughout our conversation, Masha shares her experience of what it was like driving hours away to meet her first few clients and why years later, she is grateful for all the long hours put in and all the people she has met along the way.

We also discuss the importance of empowering people and making them feel beautiful. By preserving natural beauty rather than following the hottest trend, Masha believes in leading with authenticity and integrity. Her Rule of Thumb? "If I wouldn't do this to myself, my mom, or my friend, I'm not going to offer it to you."

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About Boston’s Best:

“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”

Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success.

This week, I'm talking with Mike Lamagna, Founder of Long Wharf Supply Co., a clothing brand that makes sweaters from recycled oyster shells, recycled water bottles, and natural lamb's wool.

Mike’s passion started when he was carried aboard a boat on the Merrimack River in Newburyport, MA., when he was only three days old. Growing up on the water, Mike saw how much plastic and waste was in the ocean and wanted to do something about it. Utilizing storytelling, relatability, authenticity, and sustainability, Mike launched Long Wharf Supply Co in the Fall of 2016.

Throughout our conversation, we discuss the importance of storytelling and being an authentic brand. Mike shares his time on Shark Tank and how it ignited Long Wharf Supply Co. Mike also shares why small, intentional expansion for the community is essential to a successful business.

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About Boston’s Best:

“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”

Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success.

Calling all engaged (or soon-to-be engaged) couples!

Are you planning on tying the knot in 2022? Congratulations!

There are many fun and exciting things to do while planning for your big day. But we all know that you're not simply preparing for a once-in-a-lifetime event but a lifelong commitment.

While many couples may feel uncomfortable talking about finances or even the potential threat of divorce while preparing for their wedding day, having open and honest conversations around future goals is essential for a successful marriage.

This week, I'm talking with Julia Rodgers, CEO & Co-Founder of HelloPrenup. HelloPrenup is located in Boston, MA, and serves engaged couples looking to discuss and create a prenuptial agreement without feelings of dread, awkwardness, or discomfort!

Prenuptial agreements can help you form a stronger bond by effectively communicating and identifying shared (or unshared!) financial debts and assets. After all, the most significant investment you can give one another is a prosperous, secure, and thriving marriage.

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About Boston’s Best:

“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”

Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success.

Calling all farmers, maltsters, brewers, and beer lovers alike!

This week, I'm talking with Maureen and Robin Fabry, Co-Founders of CraftRoots Brewing. Taking root in April of 2014 in Milford, Massachusetts, CraftRoots Brewing is passionate about connecting craft beer back to local agriculture and crafting super-fresh community-inspired brews with their 7-barrel brewery and taproom, serving eight different beer styles daily.

CraftRoots Brewing is Milford's first brewery and is also the first 100% woman-owned "brick-and-mortar" brewery in the history of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. CraftRoots Brewing is grounded in a truly grassroots idea by encompassing a community-inspired brewery with sustainability at its core.

In our conversation, Maureen and Robin both share how they keep things creative and fresh at CraftRoots Brewing and the culture that they have cultivated inside their community. We also discuss the innovation in the craft beer industry and what it means to pursue your passion with the world.

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About Boston’s Best:

“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”

Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success.

Is the Boston Winter getting you down? Already daydreaming of those warm, Summer nights? Then imagine this:

It's the 4th of July weekend; you're sitting next to your closest friends since college, sipping your favorite beer from the local brewery and chilling next to your newly installed, custom-designed pool. If you've ever dreamt of owning your own pool, then you've come to the right place.

This week, I'm talking with David Hobaica, President & Co-Owner of Easton Pool & Spa, alongside his brother, Bob. Easton Pool & Spa is an award-winning, family-owned business specializing in custom pools on the South Shore of MA, with over four decades of crafting high-quality in-ground pools. They are also the authorized dealer of Plunge+.

In our conversation, David shares the importance of the customer experience and why customer service is everything. David also talks about how Covid-19 impacted their business by doubling their sales from 2019. 

So whether you are in the market for a new inground pool, a replacement liner, visiting their retail stores, or scheduling service on your existing pool, Easton Pool & Spa are ready to help! #TheNewWayToPool

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About Boston’s Best:

“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”

Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts. Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success. 

It's about that time of year again!

If you're looking for the perfect holiday gift or need a last-minute dessert idea for your holiday party, then you've come to precisely the right place!

This week, I'm talking with Kori Medeiros, Owner of Miss Marble, a luxury chocolate bark company. Like many local businesses, Miss Marble first got its start during Covid-19 and has flourished ever since. With Ghiradelli chocolate mixed with the most delicious and nostalgic flavors (Dunkaroos, anyone?!) and monthly menu changes, Miss Marble's chocolates are the perfect luxury dessert item.

In our conversation, Kori shares where her inspiration comes from when creating custom chocolate bark and how she went from bringing chocolate bark to friends' and family's events to officially launching Miss Marble almost one year ago.

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About Boston’s Best:

“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”

Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success.