The K Factor

Menachem Frank is the founder  and owner of Berry Tech. Menachem has worked with websites, apps, and now has branched out to creating large systems for companies. Menachem is a person of innovation, consistency, and integrity, as he sees a vision, and brings it to life. He has created the apps for Likutei Sichos, Chayenu, and now has an upcoming app with Haichal Menachem. He has also worked with Agudah Yisrael, and has branched out to the corporate world at large, continually finding creative ways to work with technology. In this interview Menachem Discusses Launching a tech business How to gain customers Understanding a project manager role Finding a niche Working with people overseas The secret to what it takes to run a business          

On this week's podcast:  A conversation with Shainy Edelman on managing a successful business while putting motherhood first.  Shainy Edelman is the Creative Director and founder of Click Co., a CH-based marketing agency serving clients worldwide. Following her passion for helping nonprofits succeed, Shainy started her business in 2008 at a time when Chabad nonprofit marketing agencies and single women owned businesses were few and far between.  As her business blossomed, so did her personal life. Shainy credits setting strong boundaries and developing sensible flexibility as the keys to achieving business success while prioritizing family. With a proven track record of reliability, results, and uncompromising standards, Click quickly became the marketing firm recognized by many and trusted by all. In an ever-evolving industry where creativity is constant and strategic thinking is essential, Shainy finds it easy to stay motivated. And achieving client satisfaction? That's constant motivation, too.   In this episode we discuss: Learning web design to help shluchim Having a great boss that gives you the ability to grow Transitioning from employee to business owner Dealing with imposter syndrome Going from solo to building a team Dealing with clients Listening to your clients needs Finding your work life balance Seeing the hand of Hashem in all you do

Episode Title: Life in the food industry. In this interview: Jumping into the business world The world of distribution Opening a bakery Journey into the restaurant world Secret to success in the food industry Jumping into catering Make a signature item to attract loyal customers Running a Pesach program To succeed pound the pavement don't be shy

Sholom Ber was the Chief Technology Officer and Head of Global Infrastructure at Bankers Trust, Lehman Brothers and Goldman Sachs; Head of IT Risk Management at JPMorgan Chase; Head of Global Products & Services at Credit Suisse. Experienced in architecture, engineering and operations of global technology infrastructure with specialization in information security. In this interview: Growing up in Crown Heights of the 1960's The Rebbes guidance to a non-conformist teen The role of hashgacha pratis in career pathway Amazing opportunity of a tech career The definition of a secure job To climb the ranks become the best If you go with pride they will respect you You are a representative of the Jewish People A mentch is respected in Corporate America When an opportunity presents itself step forward Tips to thrive in Corporate America

Chaim Hershkowitz lives in Crown Heights with his wife and children. Chaim is the CEO of Toveedo.com a video subscription website geared toward Jewish kids of all ages. He is also the producer of Mitzvah Boulevard, Bella Brocha, The Rebbe's Niggunim and many other original titles. In this interview: Man plans and Hashem plans otherwise Seeing a need for quality kosher kids content Learning to think like a businessperson Staying on top of the trend Surviving a market transition Transitioning from a small operation The Rebbe's Brachos

JJ Katz as the founder of Heights Properties in 1999 has been a steady force in the local Real Estate market, specializing in home sales, multi family dwellings, development and investment properties. With eighteen years of real estate experience, JJ Katz has been servicing the home buying and investment property markets. In one of the fastest growing and tightest environments in history. Episode Title: The world of Real Estate. In this interview: Following the entrepreneur journey Seeing the hand of Hashem Getting into real estate brokering The power of networking The different options within real estate brokering Listing strategy Learn sefer “Chovos Halevavos” Getting into Real Estate investing Don't get stuck in the comfort zone Find your creative niche Advice for buying a house  

Meir Ahron Spiegel lives in Lakewood with his wife and children. He is a CPA currently working as the CFO of VIP Wireless. He believes strongly that everyone should be financially educated. The ability to manage money well by understanding concepts such as investments and compounding interests will equip people to reach financial stability. Episode Title: Make wise moves with your money. In this interview: Save money regularly the earlier the better The most powerful force in the universe compound interest Understanding stocks Understanding rate of return The problem with a savings account Taxes on stock trading The place of a financial advisor 401k vs Roth IRA Understanding dollar cost average Saving and the frum lifestyle The place of home ownership The place of life insurance   To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

BIO:  As an Integrative Nutritional Health Coach trained by the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, Chanie Rubenfeld found a solution which has allowed her to help many busy (working) women (and men!) throughout the St. Louis area (as well as throughout the country) reach their personal health goals by providing them with a weekly delivery of 5 Delicious Artisan Salads straight to their home or office from Salads2YourDoor.com. After several years of growth the business has moved to a franchise model with many new locations opening across the country. In this episode in the second half of the interview for there is an exciting business opportunity for an aspiring entrepreneur launch a exciting new business. Episode Title: The making of a franchise. In this interview: Follow your natural talents Starting out in our home kitchen Working as a husband and wife team How to turn a business into a franchise Making your business duplicatable Innovating in the food industry A good profit margin for a food business Creating a spinoff business “Judaism Unboxed” Seeking a potential buyer to run with    To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

Yitzy Kasowitz has been a professional LEGO designer for 7+ years. With a background in engineering with a passion for LEGO®, Hashem has granted Yitzy a job he loves with an opportunity to do shlichus in a very unique way.  Episode Title: Turn your talent into a business. In this interview: Follow your natural talents Find a niche market Diversifying your offerings Special for the 9 days “Building the Beis Hamikdosh” Using organic marketing Using your business as a shlichus Scaling the business

Yoel Klein has coached and established countless start-offs, has successfully moved many businesses forward and is the author of several best-selling books on business and marketing. With more than fifteen years of experience as a business coach and marketing pioneer, Joel Klein CPBC offers principles to help people rise above the many challenges presented in business. Joel is the founder of Biztank, a platform that empowers Jewish start-ups and entrepreneurs with access to capital and business coaching, resulting in a vetted deal flow to seasoned investors. Biztank has invested in many successful businesses across many industries, and is always actively engaging with new ideas and avenues. The mantra of Joel Klein is "everyone deserves success" and this is proven by Joel's diligence and attention to every potential entrepreneur who comes to the Biztank office. Joel's client base includes, but is not limited to: businesses across the USA, Canada, London, Antwerp and Israel   This is the 4rd   of a 5 part series on financial literacy Episode Title: The success mindset. BIO:  In this interview: Follow your natural talents Be open to following the opportunities Business effectiveness vs Personal effectiveness Be determined Showcase your abilities  Focus on growth in your job Know your value Don't allow others peoples opinion   become your reality Hashem has given you gifts you must bring them to the world!

  This is the 3rd   of a 5 part series on financial literacy Episode Title: Buy a home . BIO:  Chaim Druin President and CEO Claria Life and Health Insurance Company shares his journey and his passion to see as many people as possible purchase a new home to live in. In this interview: Put your family first Why buy a home 1st time home purchase incentives Understanding PMI Call on the  favor The power of low interest rates Work on your Credit Score Find a creative way to make it work  To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info    

Yehuda Berg has been working as a Business and Credit Consultant for a number of organizations since 1999. Starting in 2015 he joined the CHYE team as the inhouse business councilor.He has consulted with thousands of fledgling entrepreneurs and has been instrumental in helping hundreds realize their dream of owning their own business. He is available to help new and early stage entrepreneurs at yberg@chye.info In this interview: Monitoring debt, what's the difference between good and bad debt? Why is it important to have a good credit score? What exactly is a credit score/report ? The breakdown of the score, how the credit bureaus come up with the number. (5 components) How to monitor/ fix score? Tips and other innovative ways to get your score up Resources to help improve score  To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info  

This is the 1st of a 5 part series on financial literacy Episode Title: Uncover your untapped resources to grow your finances. BIO:  Moshe Kohn Director of International Branch Development at Mesila guides, lectures, and trains coaches for Mesila, an international organization that educates people about maintaining financial stability and self-sufficiency Early in his career Moshe discovered the power of taking charge of your finances and the power of discovering individuals untapped potential to climb the financial ladder. In this interview: Is the Yiddishe lifestyle financially realistic? Budgeting and building a financial plan The Commitment issue To grow your income get out of your comfort zone Grow Your Value Overcoming pitfalls

Mordy  Babayev The Suit Depot Babayov's entrepreneurial spirit emerged long before opening The Suit Depot. While still in high school, the New York-native obtained designer clothing from relatives, bought off the clearance rack of local discount stores and listed the apparel on eBay. He soon invested the small profit he made into his first wholesale merchandise purchase, which he sold within a month. Because of the demands of a quickly growing business, Babayov moved the company out of his bedroom and into his parent's basement and then, eventually, to his first warehouse. At a time when retailers are closing their brick-and-mortar storefronts and moving their businesses online, Marty Babayov is bucking the trend. The 24-year-old entrepreneur is taking his successful online business, The Suit Depot, to a storefront.The Suit Depot has since become a $2-million-a-year enterprise with a strong e-commerce presence that offers designer name fashions by top designers including Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss, Alfani RED, Giorgio Armani, Elie Tahari and Ralph Lauren.   To start a business look to fill a need Look to improve over the competition Transitioning from overstock to first quality merchandise From online to retail Selling on eBay vs Amazon vs Website Starting to manufacture your own product  Designing Menswear The survival of retail is being a specialty Take risks when you can

The story of Fello begins with one guy that had an idea and a computer, and another with the tenacity to go all-in; together they pooled their skills and resources to create an online-based rental business, specializing in tech rentals for tourists called “Flying Connected”.  From the very beginning, it was a humble build, with the founders processing orders and then throwing on baseball caps to hand deliver iPad rentals door-to-door. But through Zalmy and Schneur's dedicated focus of providing exceptional service and products, they have passed the baton to Fello, morphing into an exclusive B2B rental service with over 25 amazing and talented Fellos. And now, in their partnerships with Square, Shopify and others, Fello has brought to the market, uniquely curated rental hardware solutions for many Fortune 500 companies, the event industry, and beyond.   In this interview: The early days of online selling A social media sensation Creating a solid partnership Growth Calculations Rebranding strategies Breaking into corporate America A Covid 19 Miracle

Shneur Minsky Launched his business transforming the picture frame industry from retail to online. With creativity and tenacity, he created the country's largest online custom frame shop. His passion as a community member and his dedication to his values have helped him make an impact in the business world and on his beloved community.   In this interview: The world of online selling Getting real world experience working for others A Hashgacha Protis that changed everything Advice for today's business people  

BIO: The Grub Company Co-Founder and CEO Motty Hershkowitz started a career in Technology working at a fortune 50 company. After spending time in South Africa and falling hard for biltong, he found there to be a lack of good quality biltong on this side of the Atlantic. Through his love of food, he was able to recreate authentic biltong, which ultimately led him to co-found The Grub Company - where his biltong was the hottest product at KosherFest this year. In this interview: Getting into the world of IT Project management as a career path Working in Corporate America Falling in love with Biltong Launching a new food company Marketing strategies The Kosherfest experience The Power of Tzedaka  

Yisroel Dolnikov, is an Interior Architect (UNSW) and the founder and CEO of Binyan Studios 3D Visualization, a leading Architectural 3D Rendering and Animation Studio with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and New York. In this interview: Navigating into the world of architecture Turning your skill into a business Who should you hire as your first employee? How to manage your employees Creating a company culture Team building On Work/ Life balance Maintaining your values in the workplace   To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

Brian K Marks never liked the term “industry standard.” Instead, he took a different path leading to a life-long entrepreneurial record of achievement – innovating products and brand experiences that resonated with consumers. At 25, Brian started African Pride – a maker of ethnic hair and skin products. He tapped into the Afrocentric movement at the time, creating innovative “street level” merchandising and advertising sampling programs that grew the business from zero to over $35MM in annual sales. He later sold the company to Revlon for over $40MM, staying on as President of Revlon ethnic products worldwide – overseeing the A.P. Product brands and Revlon's ethnic product portfolio. In this interview: * How to go into a partnership * Why borrow from a bank * The power of the trademark * How to sell your company * Corporate America vs Entrepreneurship * How to survive success * Starting over again in the Amazon Age * My Israel's Miracle the first company ever to use “Israel” in the prefix/suffix of a brand * Amazon vs Retail To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

Berel  Solomon: When Berel  was 18 years old he started a company called More To Life Entertainment. He would bring celebrities to nightclubs in Montreal. When he was 21 years old he became more observant in his Jewish roots and decided the night club business was not the right place. Working for his Father in the family business of Metal Recycling. Berel helped grow the business using powerful online marketing tools from $7 Million in sales to $40 Million in 7 years. What a rush! When Berel was 28 he decided to use all the knowledge he gained from his business experiences to open his own company. At Wealthy Commercials they use cutting edge online video marketing to fill multi locational-based companies. Working with Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Communities, Rehabilitation Centers, Daycares and more. It has been a wild ride, with tons of ups and downs, but through it all he has managed to grow the company from 1 to 20 people and $0 revenue to $2M in just 25 months.   In this interview: * Putting values before work * Working with family * The right way to gain work experience * Choosing the right business * The importance of having big goals * The right way to use LinkedIN * Running a Business is not always as it seems   To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

    The K-Factor podcast:  The K-Factor podcast is produced by CHYE - Crown Heights Young Entrepreneurs in partnership with community news website COLlive.com. The K-Factor offers business wisdom that can help future business leaders to make the "Keli" (the Hebrew word for vessel) so they can grow their business aspirations. Episode #52 Shlomie Klein  “Kiddush Hashem in Corporate Europe”   Shlomo Klein has been publishing kosher food magazines since 2011 and has revolutionized the industry standard for food publication and quality within the kosher market. Shlomo is passionate about all things food, but is obsessed with cheesecake and yapchik. He resides in the Five Towns (NY) with his wife and three kids.   A void in the kosher market An idea executed at the right time Behind the scenes of a magazine business Being in tune with your customer How to make it in sales Innovating in the kosher magazine segment Hot topics of discussion in the kosher market Print is not dead! The role of Kosherfest   To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info        

The K-Factor podcast:  The K-Factor podcast is produced by CHYE - Crown Heights Young Entrepreneurs  The K-Factor offers business wisdom that can help future business leaders to make the "Keli" (the Hebrew word for vessel) so they can grow their business aspirations. Episode #51 Moshe Rappoport “Kiddush Hashem in Corporate Europe”   Moshe Rappoport is executive technology advocate at IBM Research. In his work at the IBM Research THINK Lab – Zurich he organizes and conducts briefings and explores future of technology in connection with business and society. In parallel to his work at IBM he is also a regular keynote speaker and lecturer, speaking about IT trends, society and technology, and innovation.   Getting a job in corporate Europe The yarmulke that landed a Job To climb the ranks go the extra mile and be honest Do something in parallel to your work to give yourself meaning Being a Shliach in your job Innovating in IBM Labs In FAB the B is most important Is your customer Red, Blue or Green? Surround yourself with good people but listen to your gut feeling To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info      

Episode #50 Yossi Mlynsky “Harnessing the Global Village ”   Yossi Mlynsky is the CEO and founder Upstack.Co  Upstack works with fast growing companies to help them harness remote talent to grow their team and get their product to market faster. We have a fast-growing network of the top technical talent covering the most in demand skills including Node.JS, Angular, React, iOS, Android, RoR and Python. We are passionate about building distributed teams and don't let location limit the talent we access to build awesome products. Selling stuff from a young age Falling in love with building websites Working on tech startups with global scale Life lesson not to quit when faced with challenges Getting into building custom software Harnessing the global economy What's involved in taking on a software project Utilizing Slack Chat Using trust as a management tool Building a digital marketing strategy Running a business while dealing with a family emergency   To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info      

Chaim Spigelman is the CEO and founder of Pizza Pita. Launched  in 1989 with a small location on Victoria Avenue in Montreal, QC. The family owned and operated business was started by two brothers, Chaim and Tzvi. As the success of the restaurant grew so did the need for a larger restaurant. They started to seek a bigger space to better accommodate the community. This dream came to fruition in 2004 when they moved their restaurant location to Decarie Blvd. This location was a newly renovated three floor facility, including a party hall, an outdoor terrace and the first kosher drive-thru in the world! This expansion allowed Pizza Pita to cater to the vast needs of its guests. Be careful with hasogas gevul The importance of the hustle Don't be ashamed of getting down and dirty Good things come to hard workers Upgrading the kosher dining experience The power of showing vulnerability Always innovate Don't be afraid of fear   To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

Izzy Edelman is the CEO and founder of Izzy's Brooklyn Smokehouse . IZZY's is an award-winning smokehouse in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. Pit-master Izzy  brings a local twist to a Southern tradition, combining simple ingredients with quality meats to create a unique and laid-back dining experience for the BBQ lover. In this interview Izzy shares: Falling in love with BBQ Life in the restaurant business E-myth the must read business book To succeed in business you need passion Understanding BBQ food Taking first prize as NYC #1 Brisket Taking kosher to BBQ lovers To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

Episode #47 Moshe Reuven Sheradsky “Running a company while being in Yeshiva” Moshe is the Founder & CEO of Wedu inc a Tech Startup identified by Inc Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in 2018 and a potential Inc 5000 honoree. Moshe is also a member of the Forbes Tech Council Member Has been on the council for Young Entrepreneurs Council, an invite only organization dubbed as the Most Elite Entrepreneur Organization in America. In addition, Moshe is a writer for Live Kabbalah & Thrive Global, welcomed into Thrive Global's team of Contributors by Arianna Huffington herself to speak on Kabbalah through a practical lens as well as my other writings. Moshe has a about a 100K Follower network, expected to reach nearly 200K by the end of the month. In this interview Moshe shares: Being raised with the entrepreneur spirit Founding a tech company The importance of building a team How to raise capital The place of market research The power of delegation How to build a following The unique traits of today's entrepreneurs To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info  

Danny Gavin has developed a reputation as someone who is highly motivated and provides results. He is a persistent and creative problem-solver who utilizes his extensive experience to strategically develop cutting-edge digital marketing campaigns. Through his vast experience in the marketing and consulting realm, Danny has had numerous teaching opportunities, and is sought after for his uncanny ability to bridge the knowledge gap for executives and marketing professionals who are looking to develop and build upon their current internet marketing and digital analytics skills. Among his accomplishments, Danny has helped grow his family's ecommerce business, Brian Gavin Diamonds, to the Inc 5000, as well as, Internet Retailer's Top 1000 and 50 Fastest Growing E-commerce Companies. He has also consulted for an array of companies including Airswift, Brown-Forman, Workman's Friend, Houston Public Media and Blinds.com. Danny is the founder and chief strategist at Optidge, a Houston based Internet marketing agency, and is an advisor to several startups. He is also an adjunct professor at the University of Houston's C.T. Bauer College of Business teaching master's level classes and executive education on social media and search engine marketing. . In this interview Danny shares: ·        The power of internship ·        Traditional v/s Internet marketing ·        Facebook advertising ·        4 channel digital marketing strategy ·        The understanding the role of SEO ·        SEO ABC's ·        Keyword research ·        Branded website vs Amazon ·        Smart website design To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

Yochanan is the CEO of PawnGuru a marketplace that interfaces between consumers and pawnshops. Active in alternative financial services for the last 10 years. Yochana founded Polter Financial Group in 2007, a asset manager for life settlement portfolios. Yochanan is also co-founder and managing partner of Accelerated Life Solutions, a national life settlement brokerage firm with offices in MI and FL. In this interview Yochanan shares: Following the Yad Hashem Wearing your yeshiva education with pride Finding a gap in industry How to test your idea against the market How to bootstrap The understanding the role of SEO How to obtain funding for your startup Understanding the mindset of a VC The value of participating in a Accelerator To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

As Founder and President of JEG & Sons, Inc., Eli Nash offers more than a decade of e-Commerce and retail distribution experience. Recognized by business partners and colleagues as a visionary with a high degree of personal integrity, Eli is known for his leadership and development of powerful and influential teams. He currently resides in Miami. Active in the community and a generous donor who takes his involvement well beyond the financial, Eli supports causes such as education, prevention of child sexual abuse, and the larger Jewish community.  Most recently, his founding of MicDrop by Rosh Lowe, a training and development program aimed at democratizing the skill of public speaking and the art of storytelling, has cemented Eli as a professional who has successfully bridged the gap between impact and business. In this interview Eli shares: Tinkering around on eBay Behind the name JEG and Sons Coming to terms with expectations Importance of understanding your customer The connection between your personal issues and your business performance Transforming abusive experiences Invest in your employees Be realistic with your expectations for your business The transformative power of a story Using story telling to transform your business culture The power of storytelling to acquire new customers and build brand loyalty To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

  Across more than 4 decades of his successful career Neil has worked for and led many major product corporations such as Mattel Toys, Rhino Records and Petmate. Neil has conceived of and brought to market products from across the spectrum of the consumer goods experience. Many of his products were carried nationwide in major retail and in-line outlets and grossed multi million dollars in sales.  A dynamic, competitive hands-on professional with diverse experience in pet products, toys, music & recorded entertainment, and consumer products.   In this interview Neil shares: Always keep your career options open Never burn your bridges Lessons in growing too fast Importance of a mentor ABC's of Product development Make sure your idea is not already out there Decide what you want to spend Understanding patents Non-disclosure agreements Licensing your product Understanding royalties Book to read: Idiots guide to selling your invention Don't give up      

Artisan Bakehouse Owner, Levy Krinsky started the bakery several years ago after a bread-making hobby, while working in real estate, turned into a full-time gig. Krinsky wanted to utilize the front of his store which has a simple decor along with a long “L” shaped bar. His goal was to open a cafe that specializes in the finest homemade breads topped with the finest ingredients. And so the cafe was born. In this interview Levi shares: Developing your hobby Running a commercial bakery Opening a restaurant Managing two businesses Introducing authentic Italian Pizza to NY Social Media Marketing The trials of a new business

After a spending a few years in the restaurant industry Levi turned his entrepreneurial spirit towards the hat industry. Feeling the frustration of spending so much money on a hat Levi began to explore the possibility of bringing a top quality yet more affordable hat to the market. After much trial and error, the Bellissimo brand was born. With its focus on customer service and customizable option Bellissimo has take the market by storm. In this interview Levi shares: Life in the restaurant industry Starting a hat company Deciding your companies' position Investing in customer service The anatomy of a hat You can't manage something that is not measured Social Media Marketing  

Saul Friedman “Get your numbers right” In the four decades of his luminous career, thousands of clients have flocked to Saul Friedman, seeking his wise business counsel. Banks such as Chase and Merrill Lynch rank amongst the relationships he's forged over the years. As Senior Partner of his well-established accounting firm, Saul N. Friedman & Company, he oversees more than 20 professionals, each of whom have established a solid reputation of excellence in servicing businesses beyond the books, providing tax strategies, offering a vast network of services and assisting clients to successfully navigate the business world. In this interview Saul shares: Journey to becoming an accountant Calculation to start your own business Deciding your companies' position The right way to hire long lasting employees Building your business on referrals When to bring family in business When to go into a partnership in business The importance of keeping good books in business Always take care of the middleman. Overview of the new tax law To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

The K-Factor podcast is produced by CHYE - Crown Heights Young Entrepreneurs in partnership with community news website COLlive.com. The K-Factor offers business wisdom that can help future business leaders to make the "Keli" (the Hebrew word for vessel) so they can grow their business aspirations. Episode #39: Dovid Teich  “Customers first” Dovid Teich is a 20 year veteran of the Dry Cleaning Industry. Early in his career after discovering his passion for the Retail industry and in delivering superior customer service, Dovid jumped on the opportunity to purchase his first dry cleaners store Regency Cleaners. With time Dovid expanded his business to many neighboring communities and today runs a dry cleaning network that extends from upstate NY to all the major jewish neighborhoods in Brooklyn. In this interview Dovid shares: Life in the Retail Industry Behind the scenes in the world of Dry Cleaners Dealing with Emergency's To expand, get your business model right Treat your employees well The value of customer service The virtue of patience Auto debit some savings every month Investing basics

Asher Lieblich is the principal of the Certified Public Accounting Firm, Asher Lieblich, CPA. And the financial services firm, Lieblich Financial Services. He is a New York State Certified Public Accountant (CPA), holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Taxation and is a Certified Financial PlannerTM (CFP®).  Today, after nearly four decades, Lieblich's practice concentrates on servicing small-to-mid sized businesses and individuals committed to becoming financially independent. Asher has consistently been ranked among the most successful investment advisor since 2006.  He has been a columnist for the Jewish Press on financial matters, and is an advocate for promoting financial literacy, especially among young adults.  He also lectures in schools and organizations. In this interview Asher shares: The importance of putting in the extra mile on the job Customer Service First Business coach a must The importance of a delegation Every business must understand their cashflow and gross margins Spend Less than you make Share your financial life with your spouse. Auto debit some savings every month Investing basics  

Lavie Popack“ Building businesses from scratch” Lavie Popack is a serial entrepreneur dating back to his college days where he studied Finance in the evenings while managing hundreds of properties in the New York City area during the day. He always had an interest in sustainable technologies, and after the monopoly from the energy companies was deregulated, he started MPower Energy to provide renewable energy from solar and wind farms to homes and businesses. Within a few years, MPower scaled into a national business with offices in multiple states that provides renewable energy to thousands of homes and businesses. Their quick growth can be attributed to a strong direct response team through a sister company called MPower Direct. It was through MPower Direct that Lavie was not only able to scale MPower Energy, but also led to his next business idea. Working with distributed sales teams around the world and outsourcing to call centers, revealed the challenges and risks associated with an outsourced outbound campaign. Lavie saw this as an opportunity and hired a team of developers to help him create Overpass; a cloud-based platform that allows a business to hire remote reps, set up calling campaigns and manage it all seamlessly. Since its inception, Overpass has made a difference in thousands of fundraising campaigns for NGO's and non-profits, as well as contributed to the success of countless outbound sales campaigns for businesses around the world. In the next few years, both companies have ambitious plans to continue their work of helping the world become an even better place for the current and future generations! In this interview Lavie shares: Getting ground up experience   Understanding the energy industry The dynamics of direct marketing Building a sales force Creating company systems Disrupting the call centers industry Running two companies simultaneous Educate yourself on your industry as much as possible Call center solution for non-profits   To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde, email Rabbiw@chye.info

Episode #36: Menachem Lubinsky  “Its all about the Brand positioning” Menachem Lubinsky is president & CEO of LUBICOM Marketing Consulting, a full-service public relations, advertising and marketing firm he founded in 1984. Mr. Lubinsky is a seasoned marketing executive whose successes have spanned many industries and is particularly known for his role in the growth and development of the kosher food industry. He is first and foremost a strategic marketing professional who is frequently consulted by businesses of all sizes.  In 1989, Menachem founded Kosherfest, the first-ever trade show for foods that are kosher certified, with just 69 booths and little more than 700 visitors. In addition to the international kosher food show, Menachem Lubinsky is the founding publisher of Kosher Today (http://www.koshertoday.com), the leading trade publication on kosher for the food industry with more than 9000 subscribers worldwide. In this interview Menachem shares: The founding of Cope Institute Strategic marketing   Proper product positioning The origins of Kosherfest Dealing with a PR Crisis Using digital marketing to target your consumer Breaking into the Kosher food market How much to spend on advertising The importance of a Mentor

Chen is the Founder of N.A.G Funding Solutions Chen Barak Born and raise in the galilee, Israel. is a, Husband and father of 5. Chens entrepreneurial skills are rooted as far back to the day he learned how to speak. Starting off first in the restaurant industry Chen moved to Managing a grocery store before finding his passion in business funding and credit repair services. The only way I sell is through proper communication! I only sell what I believe in, and I have seen how what I do helps people fulfill their dreams of startup businesses, owning a home and so much more Its truly an honor to help people fulfill their dreams on a daily basis, that's why I love what I do! In this interview Chen shares : Understanding the food industry Customer Service First Understanding Business Funding The importance of a business plan Credit Basics Fico Score vs Total Credit Be Careful with a Hard Inquiry How to build your credit The 25% Rule Monitoring and fixing your credit Difference between personal and business credit cards •             Debt Consolidation

Yosef Sidof, the founder, CEO and visionary behind Brooklyn based Shakuff Custom Glass Lighting & Decor. Raised just steps away from a beach in Northern Israel, Yosef was never bored. When he wasn't rallying his friends around his creative play, Joseph filled other needs– becoming the in-house barber at his school's dormitory and importing shirts from the United States he sold for 100% profit. Yosef's entrepreneurial spirit, ingenuity, and keen eye for foraging in nature paid off. After saving money from his ventures and immigrating to the United States at the age of 18, he worked with his brother in the costume jewelry industry, which helped develop an eye for color, design, and engaging customers tastes and styles. This particular experience was the perfect springboard for Sidof's journey. Clutching his natural entrepreneurial spirit, he has spent the past few years turning his once budding sole proprietorship into a now thriving glass lighting & décor corporation.    In this interview Yosef shares:   Don't be afraid to hustle Listening to clients' needs Follow your passion Life in the custom décor industry Overcoming a downturn Working in every position of the company The power of coaching Navigating trade shows and Shabbos The power of Tzedaka The importance of constantly working on your business    

Meny Hoffman is CEO of Ptex Group, an award-winning business solutions agency headquartered in Brooklyn, NY. A lifelong entrepreneur, he is passionate about collaborating with growing businesses to create winning strategies that allow them to lead and flourish. Meny is also the founder of the LTB (Let's Talk Business) platform, which offers business education to entrepreneurs and businesspeople looking to learn, grow, and lead. He is a proud husband and father of seven.    In this interview Meny shares:   Fill your clients' needs The future of print Knock on doors to launch your business When to diversify your business verticals The importance of the “1 thing” Creating a company culture Importance of business books The difference between marketing and advertising Creating a brand with distribution on Amazon Creating a Brand Perception The strengths and weaknesses of the Jewish Community in Business Learn more about Ptex www.ptexgroup.com Download the top 10 recommend books  www.menyhoffman.com Learn more about the Leaders Forum  www.ltbhub.com/leaders-forum

David (Duddy) Shagalov is the founder of Liger Electronics, the umbrella name for his online based company focusing on reselling and manufacturing their own brands. From a short stint in China as a bachur, Duddy transformed his expertise in importing from China into a full-time career. Together with his two partners, Ariel Mangami and Menachem Wolf, Duddy has become a mega player in the e-commerce industry. Duddy also created and manufactures items for his five unique brands: Liger, which is the consumer electronics brand; Muvita, for kitchen and home appliances; Eravino, for wine accessories; Outdoor Nation, for outdoor tactical supplies; and Astro Drone, a drone manufacturing company. A serial entrepreneur, Duddy recently launched a sukkah website and is the owner of Bison & Bourbon, a kosher restaurant in Brooklyn and just this year opening “Noga” the first kosher restaurant to return to the Lower East Side In this interview Duddy shares:   Importing from China The importance of goals How to get started on ecommerce The importance of roles in partnerships Breaking into the Restaurant industry Choosing a executive chef First Kosher Restaurant to return to the Lower East Side The Importance of SWOT and Systems  

After being a frustrated 5'7 male shopper for too many years, he had the idea to make high quality, properly fit & competitively priced clothing for men who are under 5'10. He has put together a team of experts in men's apparel, international fashion branding, Social media, Marketing, e-commerce along with the acquisition of a database of mens clothing fit company to build Under 5'10.  He is using data science to create amazing fitting clothing for this market segment.  With 32 million men in America who are in this segment along with the team's experience, he is positioned to build a large brand in men's apparel.  Elie has +20 years of executive experience in developing and managing teams working cross-functionally to build startups and exponentially drive growth stage e-commerce and technology companies.   In this interview Elie shares:   Validating your idea Entering a crowded market Coming up with a competitive advantage Harnessing tech to improve production Shifting from Retail to Etail The place of a Kickstarter campaign How to plan for national growth Strategies for customer acquisition

Lecturing on three continents and with hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs reading his advice each month, Rabbi Issamar Ginzberg certainly is the "purple cow" in the world of marketing strategy and business development. An expert on marketing psychology both offline and online, Rabbi Issamar uses his unique style and background to connect the dots and formulate strategy for entrepreneurs, executives and nonprofit organizations. He has lectured and consulted for companies like Google, National Geographic, the Jewish National Fund and major organizations in the USA, Israel, Europe and Austrailia.   In this interview Issamar shares:   Being open to the journey Be forward thinking How to get a better rate on your mortgage The place of passion in business Importance of Inbound marketing The place of Branding Become a subject matter expert How to write copy that gets noticed   The podcast is produced by CHYE - Crown Heights Young Entrepreneurs in partnership with community news website COLlive.com. To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde please email Rabbiw@chye.info

 Sruly Meyer is the owner of Sruly Productions and Design By Sruly, a joint marketing and production company. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Sruly spent four years programming events for Chabad of Northern Virginia before moving to New York after his marriage in 2003. Sruly spent several years working for Sameach music under Izzy Taubenfeld a'h and has been an integral part of the Jewish music industry for the past 15 years, focusing his marketing and design talents in the Jewish music niche, continuing to add production to his services.  Sruly has designed over 300 album covers and has produced numerous musical projects including albums by Benny Friedman, Dovid Gabay, Mordechai Shapiro, Chaim Dovid Berson and many other productions for other albums. He offers marketing and design services for others in the Jewish music industry as well as other businesses including Camp Mesorah, the largest Modern Orthodox overnight camp in the United States.  In this interview Sruly shares: The value of on the job experience The Jewish Music Industry in the age of the Internet How to make it as a Jewish music singer Marketing Wisdom Power of a Podcast Be a trend setter How design a CD cover The importance of a universal message

Mendy Lipsker   Mendy is a Real Estate Broker since 2004, located in Brooklyn, doing business mostly in the 3 boroughs of Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens. Often called a sellers broker; they often come directly to me. Mendy's focus is on commercial, but residential is welcome.Since early 2011, he has hosted a networking group every Wednesday morning, called BJRX. Mendy is an active member and host of other groups, including the Young Jewish Professionals and C-Suite Executives. A Graduate of Rabbinical College of Canada and Rabbinical College of America, he also  is the the owner of other businesses, including esrogimcenter.com and City Cards International Services (city-card.net)   In this interview Mendy shares: Harassing the entrepreneurial bug The Merchant Service Industry Not to l listen to the naysayer's Life as a Real Estate Broker The right frame of mind for the industry How to create a win win deal The comeback Entrepreneur

Chayim, also known as “CK,” has bought and sold over 100 properties consisting of 4,500 units throughout New York City over the past 14 years. He has a natural talent for identifying distressed situations and securing off-market deals. Chayim plays a critical role in the creative structuring partnership arrangements and has a special ability of perfectly balancing the needs and priorities of all parties. Chayim manages relationships with all real estate brokers and prospective sellers of real property.  In this interview Chayim shares: Utilizing the Yiddeshe Kop Entering the Real Estate industry Dealing with a downturn The right ingredients to make a deal What goes around comes around Success comes from the home How to learn more about the tech start up scene

Yosef Levine Innovation Managing Director at Deloitte & Touche LLP Yosef R. Levine is a Managing Director is a leader Deloitte's Audit Innovation technology incubator. He serves as the Global Audit & Assurance Risk and Controls, Confidentiality, and Privacy leader. In this capacity he is responsible for all matters of quality, risk, regulatory and legal in relation to global products and solutions. He is also the Managing Director of Deloitte's Israeli Business Service Desk. As a seasoned auditor, he serves emerging growth companies and complex SEC clientele in the retail, service and technology space.   In this interview Yosef shares:   Breaking into Corporate America Utilizing Chabad chutzpa Being flexible and ready to pivot Advice for young accountants The new tech startup reality Israel as the startup nation How to learn more about the tech start up scene

Baruch is an accomplished and aggressive civil trial attorney representing business matters before the Los Angeles Superior Courts, the U.S. District Court, the U.S. Bankruptcy Courts and before Bais Dins across the country. Mr. Cohen was recently admitted to appear before the United States Supreme Court (SCOTUS) and is a member of the prestigious Million Dollar Trial Attorneys Group - group for trial lawyers who have recovered at least $1,000,000 on behalf of his clients.   In this interview Baruch shares:   The importance of keeping your standards Document everything. Confirm everything in writing. Listen to your internal compass (polygraph); if it sounds to good to be true; it is. Pause before pushing "send" on an email. Consult with counsel BEFORE taking action, not after. Insert Bais Din arbitration clauses in your contracts. Standing up for our Holy Land

Daniel Cotlar was a "near founder" and Chief Marketing Officer at Blinds.com. He led the company from startup days to more than $200mm in annual sales before selling the company to the Home Depot in 2014, staying on through summer 2017 to position it for success within the Home Depot. With a career spanning from startups to Fortune 100, and an MBA from Rice University, Daniel has presented marketing and strategy topics at Rice and University of Houston as well as industry conferences. Today he supports future business leaders as an investor, advisor and board member of technology start-ups.   In this interview Daniel shares:   The power of an internship Learning to pivot Understanding web analytics Making a difficult decision From retail to eTail Online vs Traditional Marketing Transitioning to corporate America The startup world is ripe for frum people Huston Texas is a great community   The podcast is produced by CHYE - Crown Heights Young Entrepreneurs in partnership with community news website COLlive.com. To recommend someone for an interview and to reach Rabbi Werde please email Rabbiw@chye.info

Rabbi Mendel Duchman served as the Rebbe's shliach to Irvine, California from 1979 to 1991, during which he built a thriving Chabad Jewish community crowned by a 500-seat synagogue and community center which continues to attract and grow till today. In 1997, Mendel channeled his formidable organizational and financial talents into an ongoing successful entrepreneurial career in the cosmetics industry. As the CEO of a leading brand of natural, organic skin care products Nonie Of Beverly Hills Mendel Interacts with major players in the retail and eTail industries. Today, he continues to operate his successful firm while dedicating two full days each week to coaching shluchim   In this interview Mendel shares:   Believing in your product Importance of focus Understanding your market The changing face of retail Using business for Kiddush Hashem Sell your benefits not features Have a cause to dedicate to  

During a decade of brand copywriting, Avi Webb has been fortunate to name products and companies, create numerous ad campaigns and develop online content that seamlessly sync with their intended audiences.   In this interview Avi shares   Crafting a marketing message that produces an emotional reaction Knowing your client's needs Creating an enduring brand Think about your long-term goal Finding your niche Effective email marketing Meet with People you admire