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Mike Frantino of Family First Funding talks about his journey from seeing Eddie Van Halen (at the Brendan Byrne Arena), to Family First Funding to becoming a franchisee of the Smoothie King. Smoothie King is located in Morganville New Jersey (The Costco Shopping Center). Mike Also introduces Bea (Beatrice) and Sonja of Keller Williams Reality to talk a little about the Real Estate Market during COVID-19. Mike is a great guy who always goes the extra mile for his friends, family and community. Mike also runs a Le Tip Chapter in New Jersey! For more info, please visit https://www.fam1fund.com/

I met Jacob Moussa in 2016 and we hit it off the first day we met. We are like minded, read the same books and we both love helping others. It's no wonder why Jacob is so blessed with a beautiful family. Jacob shares how so many things that came into his life were perfectly timed and you cannot help but wonder who is watching over him! I think you're going to love this time learning about my dear friend; Jacob Moussa.

If you ever have the chance to interview into your dad, do it. This will always be one of the top podcasts of my career, along with interviewing my mom!

Ok, so people have asked how I got to be so focused and determined. Are you born that way? Do you learn to become resourceful? OR, is it living in a home with a mother who is the person who you watch and learn from? In my case, having a mom who did it all, from starting her own business to fixing a toilet bowl, with the exception of fixing computers, she does it all. You tell Laraine Grande it can't happen? Well, she will make it happen...You tell Laraine Grande it's too hard to do? Watch...she'll do it better than anyone else. I know it's true. I lived with her. So what happens when you can't beat 'em? You join 'em. You become more resourceful, you figure it out. And what better example can you have than a mother who can do it all? And that's where I get it from :) And my nose? Courtesy of Salvatore Grande!

Lisa Marie is a driven young woman who cuts no corners. I had the pleasure to spend some time with Lisa Marie and her journey that got her to the Hungry Hippie, an all natural vegan food delivery company she built all on her own.

Lisa Marie set out after high school to become a Fashion Designer. She graduates the Fashion Institute of Technology only to learn that was no longer her passion. She then gets into designing jewelry and later moves on to The Hungry Hippie where she has made an impact on hundreds of lives, getting them to eat better and feel healthy in the process. Lisa Marie offers a concierge service where food is delivered to your home (or office), where she changes the menu every week (yes, every week), to always keep her menus new and exciting for her clients.

Lisa Marie can be reached by visiting https://www.hungryhippieeats.com/menu

James Raffone, the founder of The JAR of Hope.

James is on a quest to cure his son Jamesy. Jamesy was diagnosed with a rare disease with no cure. James, along with his family have started a Charity called the JAR of Hope to help fnd a cure that will ultimate save his son.

Speaking with James you can see he is a man on a mission. As Mark Twain said; 'There are 2 most important days in a mans life. The first is when you were born and the day you realize why. Listen as James tells you his 'Why'.

To donate to the JAR of Hope, please visit jarofhope.org.

Anyone familiar with Brooklyn, Staten Island and Central New Jersey knows Aunt Butchies. Aunt Butchies is known for its big portions and amazing food. But does anyone know who Aunt Butchie is? You'll have to listen to the podcast to find out.

I had the pleasure to interview Pete Marcolini and ask him about his amazing journey that led to the opening of one of Central New Jerseys favorite restaurants. Pete gives some great tips to entrepreneurs, whether you're just starting out or if you already have a business.

Pete's one hell of a guy, generous and always giving. It was a real pleasure interviewing Pete.

Enjoy!

Join me and Mayor Jon Hornik as we speak about his tenure as the Mayor of Marlboro New Jersey. You'll get an intimate look into his role as Mayor and the life of his father Saul who would help shape Mayor Jon Hornik's career in the political arena. Mayor Hornik also shares a story about his call into the White House during Hurricane Sandy and how he was able to have the United States Army come in to get the power back to a Senior Center in Marlboro Township within hours of a call.

Mayor Hornik is now serving his 4th term. Just hearing how passionate he is about his community is no surprise no one wanted to run against him during last years election.

On December 17, 2019 I had the pleasure of interviewing an entrepreneurs entrepreneur. John Buckley has spent years doing what he has always done best. His intuition has brought him into a career where he can see the value [in just about anything] and turn it for a profit. Whether it is a Gibson Double Neck guitar signed by Jimmy Page or a Vintage Rolex he picked up on Craigslist, John will find that deal of a lifetime, which for John happens at least once a week. This interview was a blast, simply because it felt less like an interview and more like a casual conversation. Join me and John Buckley of Tuscanyrose for some great stories that took him on his path to success.

Kelsey Healy is amazing for a lot of reasons. She graduates college in 3 1/2 years with TWO, (yes TWO), majors. One in Business and one in Culinary. She graduates at 22 and asks the owner of Frutta Bowls to consider franchising! And it all happened. Kelsey became the 1st Franchise owner of Frutta Bowls and opened her very own Frutta Bowls in Marlboro New Jersey, located in the Buffalo Wild Wings Shopping Center. Watch and listen to how Kelsey went from Wegmans to opening her own Frutta Bowls location and the story that got her there.