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In our 15th episode, we talk to Matt Walsh from allConnex as a cloud solutions advisor specializing in SASE, Contact Center, Phone systems, Bandwidth, Fail-over, and Field Services. Matt is very knowledgeable in his field and strives to save his clients time, headaches, and money whenever possible. He also coincidentally prepared his clients for the pandemic as they moved to work remotely.

Contact Information:

Tye Jordan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tye-jordan
https://cinchit.com/locations/marlborough-ma

Matt Walsh
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpwalsh487/
https://allconnex.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/allconnex/
https://twitter.com/allconnex1?lang=en

In our 14th episode, we talk to Mark Dumas and how he has managed Crossroads since coming on before the pandemic hit. Tye and Mark talk about the special blue drink that Crossroads serves during April.

Contact Information:

Tye Jordan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tye-jordan
https://cinchit.com/locations/marlborough-ma

Mark Dumas
https://www.crossroadsschoolma.org
https://www.facebook.com/CrossroadsSCHL
https://www.instagram.com/crossroadsschl
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-dumas-8597412b/

In our 13th episode, we talk to Julianne Gonzalez the Practice Administrator for Greendale Physical Therapy. Julianne talks about opening Greendale PT's fourth location in Marlborough, MA. Julianne talks about how Greendale PT gets involved with the community by sponsoring road races or hosting webinars to educate the community. We talk to Julianne about the creative ways they had to help their patients with physical therapy during the pandemic and how PT is just like IT support.

Since its inception in 2002, Greendale Physical Therapy has emerged as a leading care and rehabilitation provider in the central Massachusetts region, and we have served hundreds of physicians and treated thousands of patients. We operate clinics in Shrewsbury, Worcester, Clinton, and Marlborough, with a team of over 20 therapists.

Contact Information:

Tye Jordan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tye-jordan
https://cinchit.com/locations/marlborough-ma

Greendale Physical Therapy
855-459-5000
https://www.greendalept.com/
https://www.facebook.com/greendalept

In our 12th episode, we talk to Frank Collins from Trust Energy Solutions. Frank has always had a passion for renewable energy and truly loves to help businesses figure out ways to save money with their energy use and to reduce their carbon footprint. We also talk to Frank about looking for the silver linings within the pandemic, especially around the creative solutions businesses had to create to stay afloat. Frank gives some advice to business owners with what he calls "The Three Legs of the Networking Stool" to be successful.

Frank is a lifetime advocate for recycling and carbon footprint reduction who brings 30 years of industry experience to Trust Energy Solutions. He received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maine in Orono and his MBA from Babson College. Frank’s laser focus on customer needs has made him known for his customer support and enables him to engage in long-term, mutually beneficial relationships. His experience in tech design and support gives him the ability to communicate complex technical ideas in simple-to-understand language. A passionate environmentalist and dedicated to community service, Frank serves as a ten-year Board of Directors member and coach for youth sports, as well as a member of the Masons. With deep roots in the local Massachusetts business community, he believes that businesses now have a huge opportunity to conserve energy and save money at the same time.

Contact Information:

Tye Jordan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tye-jordan
https://cinchit.com/locations/marlborough-ma

Frank Collins
(508) 449-0505
https://trustenergy.solutions/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankcollins/

In our 11th episode, we talk to Steve Uliss from Firefly's BBQ in Marlbrough, MA. Steve talks about how he uses the restaurant's downtime to travel the country with his wife to discover new flavors and other ways to enhance the eating experience at Firefly's.  Steve also talks about his current challenges that not only affect him but also the restaurant industry as a whole. Steve talks about some of the upcoming changes Firefly's is making in the near future that he is really excited about. Join us as we talk about BBQ in the morning!

Walk into Firefly’s in Marlborough, Massachusetts, and in addition to receiving a warm welcome, you’ll be greeted by the mouthwatering aromas of wood-smoked bar-b-que cooking and delectable down-home Southern fare.  

At Firefly’s, we smoke our meats for up to 12 hours, blending apple, cherry, and hickory woods to create the signature red smoke ring that identifies the genuine low-fire, the slow-cooking process of true bar-b-que. We offer four different styles of ribs and mop sauces from around the South including North and South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.  

In addition to bar-b-cue, you’ll find many other Southern specialties on our menu, from Burnt Ends to Fried Chicken, Po'Boys, Red Beans ‘n Rice, Sweet Potato Pecan Puddin’ and more!

Contact Information:

Tye Jordan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tye-jordan
https://cinchit.com/locations/marlborough-ma

Steve Uliss
https://www.fireflysbbq.com/
https://twitter.com/fireflysbbq
https://www.instagram.com/fireflysbbq/
https://www.facebook.com/FireflysBBQ

In our 10th episode, we talk to Lyle Webster from Vivint Solar, a SunRun company. Lyle has been with Vivint for almost 6 years and he has loved every minute of it! Selling solar traditionally has been door to door but with the pandemic that wasn't really an option so Lyle had to get creative to keep moving forward. With the rising cost of utilities, Lyle and his solar solution is the way to go to be in control. Learn about some of the details regarding solar energy from Lyle and if you have more questions reach out to him to learn everything you need to know.

Contact Information:

Tye Jordan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tye-jordan
https://cinchit.com/locations/marlborough-ma

Lyle Webster
[email protected]
(978) 339-3590
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyle-webster-07807524/
https://www.vivintsolar.com/

In our 9th podcast, we talk to Eric O'Brien, the same Eric that owns O'Brien Commercial Properties that we interviewed a few weeks ago. Eric is also the owner of 10X Self Storage. They currently have 3 locations with more on the way. Eric describes what it was like buying and gutting a commercial building during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. Eric prides himself on offering competitive pricing for a completely climate-controlled storage system for the local community. We also talk to Eric about his family and how they have played a helping hand in the businesses they run, especially during this past year.

Contact Information:

Tye Jordan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tye-jordan
https://cinchit.com/locations/marlborough-ma

Eric O'Brien
[email protected]
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-obrien-ocp
https://www.10xselfstorage.com/
https://www.instagram.com/10xselfstoragegroup/
https://www.facebook.com/10xSelfStorage/

In our 8th episode, we talk to Dom Fabiano of Arturo's Ristorante in Westborough, MA. Dom discusses what it was like going through the pandemic and the need to get creative so they could remain open and keep the staff employed. Arturo's had to completely change how they do business from offering take-out to having outdoor dining. Dom has a passion for cooking and loves his community and the people, that he calls family, he works with.

Arturo's Ristorante original location was in West Boylston, where Chef Arturo Cartagenova opened in 1982. In the early 90s, Arturo's moved to Chandler Street in Worcester. Arturo decided to move further east along the Mass Pike to Westborough in 1999.  Arturo retired and sold the business to Dom Fabiano in 2009.  Today they still serve the classic Italian favorites paired with their creative specials.  Their menu has everything from seafood to pasta and pizza.

Contact Information:

Tye Jordan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tye-jordan
https://cinchit.com/locations/marlborough-ma

Dom Fabiano
https://www.arturosristorante.com
https://www.facebook.com/arturositalian
https://www.instagram.com/arturosristorante

In our 7th episode, we talk to Kelley Borer-Miller the Development Director from Crossroads School in Marlborough. Crossroads School is a private, non-profit day school that focuses on providing individualized, comprehensive education and related services to students with autism to enhance their quality of life and independent functioning. We talk to Kelley about how despite the COVID pandemic and having to teach their students remotely,  they were able to run a successful funding campaign to get all of the student's laptops. The school has officially open back up to full 5 days a week of in-person learning. They are all looking forward to future events to reconnect with the kids and their families.

Contact Information:

Tye Jordan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tye-jordan
https://cinchit.com/locations/marlborough-ma

Kelley Borer-Miller
https://www.crossroadsschoolma.org
https://www.facebook.com/CrossroadsSCHL
https://www.instagram.com/crossroadsschl
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelleyborermiller
[email protected]

In our 6th podcast, we talk to Adam Risman. He is a commercial risk advisor and licensed broker from Risman Insurance Agencies. Adam joined the family business last year right before the pandemic hit and has had to get creative to help both new and old clients. Adam focuses on being proactive with his clients to make sure they have the most appropriate coverage at the best price.

Contact Information:

Tye Jordan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tye-jordan
https://cinchit.com/locations/marlborough-ma

Adam Risman
https://www.risman.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-risman-clcs-ba218172
[email protected]