Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners andinfluencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

On this episode of LocalBizCast, we sit down with Laurie Childs, founder of LO Media Group, to talk about the unlikely journey from student-athlete to digital media powerhouse.

Laurie came to the U.S. from the UK to play soccer at Dominican College—but it was in a classroom, not on the field, where he found his true passion: digital storytelling. Fast forward, and Laurie now runs a thriving creative agency helping brands bring their visions to life through stunning visual content, strategic branding, and full-scale media production.

In this conversation, we dive into:

• Laurie’s story of discovering purpose far from home

• The mindset shift from athlete to entrepreneur

• Why professional content matters more than ever

• What makes LO Media Group stand out in a crowded space

• His advice to other creatives starting out

Whether you're a brand looking to level up your media presence or someone chasing a dream of their own, Laurie’s story is a reminder that your path doesn’t have to be linear—it just has to be bold.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners andinfluencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

In this episode of LocalBizCast, we dive into the world of custom-curated travel with Lori Stone, of Travel Accomplished. If you think a travel agent just books flights and hotels, think again.

Lori walks us through how a boutique travel concierge like hers turns basic itineraries into unforgettable experiences—whether it's a private safari, a food tour through Europe, or a luxury wellness escape. She breaks down:

• What a real travel advisor can do that big-box booking engines simply can’t

• The behind-the-scenes magic of planning stress-free travel

• Common planning mistakes people make (and how to avoid them)

• How she saves her clients time, money, and massive headaches

• Her most epic travel stories and favorite destinations right now

This isn’t just about vacation—it’s about maximizing your time, budget, and experience with someone who knows how to deliver next-level travel.

Whether you're dreaming of your next adventure or just tired of scrolling endless hotel reviews, this episode is your fast track to smarter, smoother travel planning.

✈️ Ready to stop “hoping” your next trip goes well and start knowing it will? Lori’s got you.

🌍 Learn more: TravelAccomplished.com

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners andinfluencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

This week on LocalBizCast, we sit down with Sharon Genicoff, co-founder of Next Generation Consulting and a seasoned School Counselor who’s reshaping how families approach the college admissions journey.

From launching beauty and fashion brands in NYC to guiding high-achieving students through one of life’s most important decisions, Sharon’s path is anything but ordinary. In this episode, we explore:

• How storytelling and strategy intersect in college admissions

• What families really need to know about applying to college in today’s competitive landscape

• Why the most powerful part of the application is the personal narrative

• How to align student potential with meaningful opportunities (think research, leadership, service, and beyond)

• And what she wishes more parents understood during the process

Sharon also shares her personal journey—raising her family in Montvale, pivoting careers, and balancing empathy with strategy as both a mom and a counselor.

Whether you’re a parent, student, educator, or just love a good business origin story with impact, this one’s for you.

Tune in now and learn more about how Sharon is empowering families and students across the country to stand out—authentically.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners andinfluencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

This week on LocalBizCast, we dive deep into the fascinating world of surveillance, security, and sleuthing with Richard Kenney, founder of Cop Call Private Investigations.

Richard’s journey started on the gritty streets of New York City—rising through the ranks from police officer to one of the city’s top burglary detectives. In 2010, he traded the NYPD badge for high-level private security, protecting billionaire sports owner Josh Harris (NJ Devils, Philadelphia 76ers, Washington Commanders).

Now, he runs a full-service private investigation firm covering NY and NJ—tracking everything from cheating spouses to missing persons. His years in law enforcement and private protection give him a rare edge in getting results, fast.

Whether you're into true crime, curious about the PI world, or just love a great comeback story, this episode delivers.

Again, please welcome Richard Kenney of Cop Call Private Investigations and listen as he shares some of his insights,needs and challenges on this podcast.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight onBusiness Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of TheSpine and Health Center of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners andinfluencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

Mortgages Made Modern: Smart Loans, Big Dreams & First-Time Buyer Wins
In this episode of LocalBizCast, we sit down with Heidy Nolasco of CMG Home Loans—a mortgage expert with 26 years of experience and a true passion for helping first-time homebuyers turn the dream of ownership into reality.

Heidy breaks down three powerful loan products that are changing the game:
✨ HomeFundIt – Think GoFundMe... but for your down payment. Wedding guests can skip the blender and contribute to your future home instead.
💡 AIO (All-In-One) – A mortgage, savings account, and line of credit all rolled into one smart financial tool.
🔨 Construction & Development Loans – For building your dream home or investing in your next big project.

If you’re a first-time buyer, newly engaged, or just ready to understand what smarter home financing looks like—this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

🎧 LocalBizCast: Real stories, local leaders, and the business behind the breakthroughs.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Center of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners andinfluencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community. RV Life, Family Adventures & Turning Wheels Into Passive Income
On this episode of LocalBizCast, we hit the road (literally!) with Matt and Monica Berry, the dynamic duo behind Downtime RV. What started as a pandemic workaround to visit family turned into a 20,000-mile love story with RV travel—and eventually, a thriving rental business.

Tune in as Matt and Monica share:

• How two marketing executives became RV enthusiasts and entrepreneurs

• The magic of road-tripping with kids (without losing your mind)

• Tips for RV beginners and veterans alike—from setup to secret travel gems

• How they're helping locals turn idle RVs into income with a new management model

• Why RVing might just be your new favorite way to travel (yes, even if you hate camping)

Whether you’re dreaming of wide open roads or wondering what it takes to launch a family business, this episode is full of fun, freedom, and inspiration.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Center of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners andinfluencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

This show was full of energy and we had such a fun and positive person on the podcast. Please welcome Rachel Menconi of Sunshine Face Productions and The Menconi Performance Studio. Se told us everything about her story from beginning at 4 years old performing, to dancing and singing. Rachel ha always known exactly what she wanted to do for a living when she was just a little girl. She is currently making her dreams come true. She is bringing joy to the world from doing birthday parties and other events, singing and entertaining people with Sunshine Face Productions. She is also watching people have their "AHA" moments with The Menconi Performance Studio where she teaches people how to perform. She travels all over the globe singing in her bands and is just living her best life.You have to listen to her talk about his journey from being a child performer, to college, to getting hired to coach in New York to starting and running her company's now.

Again, please welcome Rachel Menconi of Sunshine Face Productions and The Menconi Performance Studio and listen as she shares some of her insights, needs and challenges on this podcast.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Center of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners andinfluencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

Today’s guest had such an amazing story on how she found, started and developed her successful business. Please welcome Jenny Feliciano of Perspire Sauna Studios in Wyckoff and Montvale, NJ. She told us about her story from graduating Rutgers and becoming a mortgage banker for 20 years. Then during Covid identifying that she wanted to do something different and Jenny and her husband found a franchise consultant. Once they were introduced to Perspire Sauna Studios it was like love at first site. She went out to California to meet with the business and signed up right away. She opened her first location in Wyckoff, NJ in 2023 and has already expanded into Montvale, NJ. Hear how she developed her team, developed her vision and began her success on this podcast.

Again, please welcome Jenny Feliciano of Perspire Sauna Studios and listen as she shares some of their insights,needs and challenges on this podcast.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Center of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners andinfluencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

Today’s guests was full of energy and a fun person to have on the podcast. Please welcome Billy Ash of Today's Business. He told us about his story from being addicted to Facebook in college to, of course, find girls to learning how to navigate social media at the beginning of its popularity to becoming a full service digital media agency. From 3 employees in his partners fathers basement and his first $100 check to 30+ full time employees, an entire internship branch and servicing some of the biggest brands from NBA teams to Netflix, his story is riveting.You have to listen to him talk about his journey over the last 14 years and you can see why he has developed such a successful business.

Again, please welcome Billy Ash of Today's Business andlisten as he shares some of their insights, needs and challenges on this podcast.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners andinfluencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

Today’s guest is a truly amazing attorney, Natalie Zammitti Shaw Attorney and co-founder of Zammitti Shaw & Breen Law Firm in Hackensack, NJ joined me on the LocalBizCast. Her story is amazing from being a communications major and a Japanese minor and having her professor secure her a anchor job in the midwest that she didn't take to becoming "Jersey Girl Attorney", the story is amazing. She co-founded Zammitti Shaw & Breen only 3 months ago.

She dropped so many pearls of knowledge on this energetic podcast, you have to listen. Please welcome Natalie Zammitti Shaw Attorney and co-founder of Zammitti Shaw & Breen Law Firm and listen as they share some of their insights, needs and challenges on this podcast.