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In this episode of Podcast That Sounds Terrific, your host Nick Koziol sits down with the visionary leader, Robert Politzer, President, and Founder of GreenStreet NYC and GreenStreet Global. Since 1998, GreenStreet has been at the forefront of innovative clean power and smart building projects. The episode dives into the world of smart buildings and sustainable development in the NYC tri-state region and beyond. Mr. Politzer's journey has been one of dedication and passion for sustainability.  If you're passionate about green business, sustainable development, and the future of smart buildings, this is a must-listen! Tune in so that we can learn to build a greener, more sustainable, and more terrific future together.

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Robert Politzer is the President and Founder of GreenStreetNYC (GSNYC) and GreenStreet Global.   GSNYC is an innovative smart building and development firm, operating primarily in the NYC tri-state region.  Since 1998, GreenStreet has worked on numerous cutting-edge clean power and smart building projects including: the first grid tied residential Solar PV project in NYC, the Mark Twain House Visitors Center in Hartford, CT which was the first LEED Certified Museum in the US; the Green Roof for the Manhattan-based Earthpledge Foundation; the first Green Townhouse project in Brooklyn with geothermal heating and cooling; and the Green Canteen restaurant which was the first LEED Certified Restaurant in NYS.   

GreenStreet Global is growing a global network of real estate innovation hubs with a mission of making it profitable to lower Carbon emissions from commercial buildings.  GS Global provides Green Building Upgrades conducted by leading-edge cleantech and proptech vendors along with our unique Value Add Brokerage Program.   GSGlobal provides 100% creative financing through our network of Private and Institutional Lender partners.  GSGlobal has partnered with exp Commercial as our nationally licensed Brokerage firm and as our innovation partner to bring commercial properties into the 21st Century of energy, environmental and financial performance.

Mr. Politzer is a LEED Accredited Professional, a C-RED Certified Developer, the former Chair of the NYS Sustainable Business Task Force and the former Chair of the Green Design and Construction Committee of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce.  Mr. Politzer holds a Bachelor’s in Biology from Indiana University, a Master’s in Environmental Policy from the University of Michigan and a Master’s Degree in Environmental Engineering from Manhattan College.  Mr. Politzer started his career as a New York City Public High School teacher and has served as Adjunct Professor at both New York University and the New York City Technical College.  He is also a Tai Chi Teacher at the West Side YMCA where he has been teaching for 21 years.  The author of numerous published articles on Green Building and Green Business, Mr. Politzer is currently writing a book called “The Green Business Survivor’s Guide.” 

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Join us on the That Sounds Terrific podcast with host Nick Koziol as we dive into the world of personal and professional transformation with a remarkable guest, Raeanne Lacatena. We explore Raeanne's inspiring career as a Holistic Business, Life, and Success Coach, and discover the powerful tools she employs to help individuals and groups. Raeanne has over 15 years of experience and uses her empathic sense and exceptional communication skills, to guide her clients in harnessing their unique abilities and unlocking their true potential.She helps clients create personalized self-care toolkits and overcome any obstacles standing in the way of their best possible lives. She delves into the transformative power of emotional healing techniques and highlights the profound impact they can have on personal growth and success. Join us for an insightful conversation as we embark on a transformative journey toward unlocking your potential. It's time to become the best version of yourself!

About Raeanne Lacatena

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Raeanne (Pronounced: Ray- Anne) Lacatena (Lah - Cah - Tina)

Raeanne Lacatena is a Holistic Business, Life and Success Coach. She combines her skills as a Certified Professional Coach, Reiki Master and Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner with her keen empathic sense and powerful communication skills to help individuals and groups become the best versions of themselves.Raeanne uses her 15 years of experience as a licensed counselor to help clients make the most of their own unique abilities, utilize their own unique self-care tool kits and identify anything that stands in the way of achieving their best possible lives.

Raeanne studied Psychology, Music and French at Ithaca College and obtained a Masters Degree in Advanced Generalist Practice and Programming at Columbia University. She lives in beautiful Rochester, NY with her husband Joe and their three young children. Raeanne and her family love to travel and spend quality time enjoying music, cooking, sunshine and being near the water.Connect and Follow Raeanne Lacatena

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When you come to Sager you are in for a terrific experience. Sagar is a 5 BBL brewhouse, a cozy tap room filled with old-world charm that features a German-style long table S-bar and comfy corner. One thing you’ll also see is a sign with a quote from William Butler Yeats, “There Are No Strangers Here; Only Friends You Haven’t Yet Met”. Paul Guarracini, Co-Founder/Brewmaster of Sager Beer Works, and his business partner Don Tuminelli, created a “Beer Lover’s Haven” where friends and family can meet to eat, drink and just hang out. They didn’t just stop with an amazing atmosphere, terrific beer, and great food…they took over 20 years of craft brewing passion and built clever ways to help non-profits and positively impact the community. 

About Paul Guarracini, Partner/Brewmaster Sager Beer Works

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After thirty-plus years in Supply Chain & Logistics at Eastman Kodak, Paul achieved a dream held by many homebrewers like himself and decided to go "pro" in 2012. His first brewery, Fairport Brewing Co, was successful but partnerships can be difficult, and he separated from that business in 2017. Soon thereafter, he reunited with Don Tumminelli, another local homebrewer, to open Sager Beer Works in 2018. Focusing on classic beers brewed by Paul, elevated pub food by Don, and a cozy environment to enjoy them, the brewpub has firmly established itself in the Rochester beer scene. Reflecting on their journey and those that have helped them, Paul and Don have a habit of sharing knowledge and giving back through seminars, charity beer projects, and mentoring start-up breweries.

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If you love fresh craft beers, you’re going to love Sager Beer Works. They are not just a craft brewery, it’s a “Beer Lover’s Haven” – Where friends and family can meet to eat, drink and just hang out. 

Founded by Paul Guarracini and Don Tuminelli, Sager Beer Works is located in the Culver/University neighborhood of Rochester. It consists of a 5 BBL brewhouse, a cozy tap room filled with old-world charm and features a German-style long table S-bar and comfy corner.

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at [email protected].

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

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The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

Join us for an enlightening episode as we dive into the world of mindfulness and chocolate with the exceptional Melissa Mueller-Douglas, CEO of MYRetreat Inc. Melissa is a mindfulness expert and licensed master social worker who helps professionals integrate well-being into organizational culture through mindfulness training exercises and the power of chocolate. If you're curious about incorporating mindfulness into your life or introducing it to your organization, this episode is a must-listen treat for your body, mind, and soul. 

About Melissa Mueller-Douglas,CEO of MYRetreat Inc.

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-mueller-douglas-lmsw-21094245

Melissa is a mindfulness expert, licensed master social worker, volleyball player, world traveler, and a person you can't catch imposter syndrome from because she doesn't have it. She's learned that keeping busy isn't enough. We need to practice mindfulness to achieve success. As CEO of MYRetreat, she works as a catalyst to create the environment for genuine team building through chocolate instead of trust falls.

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More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at [email protected].

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

The most powerful form of influence is a story. In this episode of That Sounds Terrific Podcast, Stan Miller co-founder of Storicate, the power of storytelling for personal and professional growth. Storicate offers professionals a way to use their own experiences to inspire others in the workplace. Stan explains that storytelling can help people communicate with confidence and clarity and be used to elevate their careers. Storicate teaches a proven framework for crafting effective stories and offers coaching to help participants practice storytelling. Throughout the conversation, Stan highlights that stories are a powerful way to communicate experiences and inspire human connection, and encourages listeners to tap into their own stories to empower and build community amongst their teams.

About Stan Miller, Founder,  Storicate

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stanmiller

After a successful career in developing people and delivering results as a technology sales and operations leader with AT&T and Viewpost, Stan Miller – sparked by a love for mentorship – founded Storicate. Stan and his professional development firm, Storicate, provide award-winning training programs that have taught thousands how to upgrade their career through storytelling. Stan’s work is helping early-stage startups, universities, and corporations empower their people to unlock the ability to discover and communicate their value, both in life and at work. Having partnered with brands and institutions such as AT&T, Cornell University, and the University of Southern California, Storicate provides executive coaching, training, and curriculum. Most recently, the inspiring public speaker was invited to present his storytelling techniques at SXSW in Austin, TX.

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More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at [email protected].

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

Frank Storace has been making people laugh through improv comedy for over thirty years. Improv Comedy is a series of unscripted games with basic rules that a group of people follow. The spontaneous approach to crowd suggestions of everyday situations along with staying within the confines of those rules create a perfect recipe for laughter. So give the Nuts and Bolts a location and a common household appliance and they will have you bursting out in laughter. Join us for another terrific episode of TST and learn the Nuts and Bolts of Comedy with Frank Storace.

About Frank Storace

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Frank Storace has been doing improv for almost 30 years. He attended SUNY New Paltz and studied Theatre with a concentration in Directing. While at New Paltz he was in numerous Improv troupes. Moving back to Rochester in 1999 he started Nuts and Bolts Comedy Improv as there was no Improv going on in the area. Since then he has been the director/producer and player.

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More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at [email protected].

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

Every day we have the potential of encountering situations that could lead to the need for legal help. A minor fender bender on the way home, a lease to sign, a contract at work to review, or some other unexpected happenings. Life isn’t always just a walk in the park and the cost of retaining a lawyer can be astronomical. Jan Lehman has a solution that won’t break the bank and won’t leave you unprotected. Join us for another TST episode with the Terrific Jane Lehman who shares great services that could make life a lot easier should the unexpected happen.

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Jane was a professional musician for 30 years. She lived in Germany for 25 years, playing the French horn in a symphony orchestra.

She then returned to the US, changed careers, and became a Certified Mediator. As a mediator, Jane saw a lot of people in court who didn't have access to a lawyer. She learned about the need for services like LegalShield.

Jane has been with LegalShield for 14 years and is more passionate than ever about protecting and empowering people when it comes to their rights. Everyone deserves to know their rights in every situation.

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at [email protected].

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

Chris Porpiglia has a strong foundation in the belief of working for the benefit of his community. Through his role with the QCI Team of Wealth Enhancement Group, he makes a positive impact by providing families and organizations with the tools to make sound financial decisions. Chris is passionate about volunteering and solving puzzles. This enigmatologist dedicates time to educating our future leaders with Junior Achievement of Western and Central New York, in addition to other education-focused non-profit initiatives in Buffalo and Rochester. Chris is an avid networker and creates opportunities for others to be more successful by connecting them with the right organizations and businesses. Join us for another terrific episode of TST and meet Chris at the Intersection of Rational and Practical.

More About Chris Porpiglia

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A WNY native, Chris’s 15 year career as a financial advisor has grown from his fascination with people and their unique perspectives and motivations. He loves to network, connect with new people and contribute to the WNY community through local boards and education based non-profits. When he’s not talking about the psychology of money, he is probably discussing the Buffalo Bills, playing basketball or hanging with his two sons.

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at [email protected].

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

Electric Vehicles will soon become the standard vehicle in New York State and around the world. Our next guest, Whitney Skeans tells us about a terrific way for businesses to attract and retain new customers, tenants, and employees to your location while helping to reduce our carbon footprint. Join us to learn how you can become an environmental leader by installing EV charging at little or no cost to your business.

About Whitney Skeans, Senior Program Manager, Electric Vehicles NY

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Whitney Skeans is National Grid’s Senior Program Manager for Electric Vehicles New York. In this role, she oversees the WNY implementation of National Grid’s EV Charging Make-Ready Program, delivering $143 M in business customer incentives to install 16,000 charging plugs across upstate NY by YE 2025.

Originally from Michigan, Whitney brings 17 years of program management expertise in the energy industry, securing and directing more than $100 M dollars in grants to advance energy affordability. She managed the Salvation Army’s statewide heating assistance programs from 2006-2011 while also leading the Coalition to Keep Michigan Warm, then joining Consumers Energy in 2011 to direct the company’s customer assistance strategy within its Regulatory and Customer organizations.

Now at National Grid, she remains on mission. She is bridging our clean transportation future with opportunities today for WNY’s business community to activate on corporate sustainability and lead the charge to tomorrow! Join me in welcoming Whitney.

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Get ready – electric vehicle adoption is on the rise in New York State. Make sure you can welcome their owners by installing EV charging. National Grid can help with significant installation incentives. Adding EV charging is a great way to attract and retain new customers, tenants, and employees to your destination, while helping New York reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at [email protected].

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

You are sitting in a restaurant and suddenly Aha! You start a napkin sketch…it looks terrific. A new innovative approach but what’s next? Connect with Merry Constantino and her team at ProdcutLogic. They will fuel the innovation process through the cross-pollination of knowledge, collaboration, and novel solutions and they will help you get your product to market. Whether you have just that idea or just need a working prototype, you’ll want to be sure to give this episode of TST a listen to learn how Merry and ProductLogic can make your dream become a reality.

About Merry R. Constantino Principal, ProductLogic LLC

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/merry-constantino-755b885/

Merry R. Constantino is the founder of ProductLogic LLC, a Buffalo-based Industrial Design consulting firm established in 1990. She has developed over 100 commercialized products & is named on 21 United States and foreign patents. ProductLogic provides innovative, cost-effective and user-centric solutions for customers in the Consumer, Medical, Industrial, and Sporting Goods industries. This cross-pollination of knowledge fuels the innovation process and produces both unique and unconventional outcomes. ProductLogic's services include Product Development, Prototype Fabrication, Engineering Solutions & Invention Assistance. Besides her day-job, Merry is actively involved in the entrepreneurial and start-up community in Buffalo, NY.

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More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at [email protected].

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.