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Behind every successful person and business is a unique story that the world knows nothing about. Whatever It Takes podcast takes its listeners behind the scenes of successful individuals to hear their experiences to better understand what goes into their


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    Lisa Gordon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 33:19


    Lisa is the Brand Manager and Art Director for Links Residential brokered by EXP Realty. Her creative ideas have made the Links brand recognizable throughout NJ, helping the Links Agents become super successful and making Links one of the top teams in NJ.   Her path has taken her from Semi-Professional Ballroom Dancing Competitions to working as a Professional Singer and serving as a Health & Wellness Coach. In all of her creative art projects, Lisa has a passion for bringing ideas to life. 

    Chris Tarta

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 36:28


     From classically trained chef to owning and operating  2 BYOB Italian restaurants for 20 years and now to growing a Real Estate Business, Chris considers himself a serial entrepreneur. He prides himself on his knowledge of and experience in hospitality and retail customer service as being a bedrock to his current client relationships. These experiences cannot be duplicated and only come from being in the service industry my entire life and career.  It gives him a unique approach to his current business.  

    Jeff Bonk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 41:04


    HBB Group is a real estate team in Hoboken, New Jersey. They specialize in luxury rentals and sales across Hudson, Essex and Bergen County. The team has over 10 years of experience and they're looking to help out clients with all their real estate needs. The HBB Group is eagar to do more for their clients by always providing above and beyond expectations.Whether you are selling your home or searching for that amazing next place to call your own, you deserve to work with someone local that you trust, who has your best interests in mind, and works with integrity. Our goal is to bring sellers and buyers together harmoniously to get you to the next place you are going! We are well versed in Hoboken & Jersey City, Hudson County and will work hard to make sure that you are completely satisfied. In this market, you really need to work with an agent with their finger on the pulse, that knows what property values are going for, and are fully immersed in the process. We have the knowledge, experience, and dedication that it takes to get results. We promise to work incredibly hard to sell your home and or find you a great new one in a timely fashion all the while keeping it a pleasurable experience, not a painful one!  We look forward to working with you to determine the best solution for your needs.

    Brett Sikora

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 44:47


    Brett Sikora is incredibly knowledgeable about all things real estate and connecting the dots between buyers, sellers, investors and founders, and as a result has been a major player in the real estate industry for the last decade. From starting out as an agent to starting his own real estate group The Sikora Group from scratch, Brett shows an extreme passion as well as a level of intelligence that offers no end to the industry.His experience and actions have led him to run the #1 Top Producing team at eXp Realty since 2019, three years in a row. He currently sits as CEO of The Sikora Group: helping develop, coach and train realtors every day, both those completely new and those who may run a brokerage of their own. By bringing them up to his high standards of excellence, he maintains a level of quality service unlike no other. He has also invested in real estate himself, creating a small empire of Airbnb rentals in Florida, Texas and New Jersey. He's owned over 80 units for rent, taken on new construction and flipped houses, all great aspects of someone who's well endowed with all aspects of real estate, and someone who genuinely cares about their craft.Brett currently resides in Somerset County, New Jersey with his wife and two kids.

    Andre Wheatley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 42:28


    Starting with humble beginnings, Andre Wheatley has always had a passion for success. Throughout his journey with Entrepreneurship he experienced many highs and lows but never lost his tenacious drive for helping people, he is the owner of Pure Service Pro, LLC a Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, and Mold Remediation company. Headquartered in Orange NJ. He has been an intricate part of servicing homeowners throughout New Jersey and pennsylvania over the last 12+ years. Andre is als a well respected humanitarian, mentor and leader to his community and family and has decided to make that his lifelong mission.

    Douglas Soclof

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 70:15


    With a comprehensive background in business analysis and restaurant operations, Douglas is a well-respected member of the hospitality community.  A 1991 graduate of Yeshiva University, he began a career in commercial real estate in New York City specializing in retail brokerage but the food industry was always Douglas's passion. Possessed with an entrepreneurial spirit, Douglas recognized a need for a relaxed and crowd-appealing barbecue restaurant that was kosher. In 1994, he launched Dougies BBQ & Grill, a wildly successful kosher barbecue concept that grew to 15 locations in New York City, New Jersey, Baltimore and Miami, with annual revenues over $25 million.  In 2008, after 14 years, Douglas decided to sell the company to pursue other endeavors. In 2009, Douglas was approached by a group of investors looking to bring The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf from L.A. to New York City. Enjoying the reputation as an experienced hospitality and operations execution expert, Douglas was named COO - Director of Operations & Business Development in 2009.  Responsible for all market studies, feasibility reports, real estate site selection and operations, Douglas successfully opened fourteen locations in New York City in a 12-month period.   Now with Kitchn Synch, Douglas again taps into his foresight for launching food concepts that are ahead of the curve and quickly catch on. As Douglas has conclusively proven, he doesn't just understand the needs of a market, he understands the market itself, and therefore how to create a superior concept that the market will embrace.  He prides himself on filling in the missing niche in the online market by creating the first and only Glatt Kosher meal kit delivery service. Douglas is thrilled to be able to help his customers create stress-free & delicious meals by bringing them high quality and healthy pre-portioned ingredients and helping them synch their kitchen, computer and life.Douglas is founder of The Douglas Soclof Experience, providing white glove concierge services for the Jewish traveler. Whether youre looking to plan a memorable family gathering, Yom Tov, or luxurious vacation, The Douglas Soclof Experience will create an experience that you'll remember for a lifetime. 

    Mike Dube

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 39:06


    Michael Dube, co-founder and President of Elite Method, has an incredible passion for working with kids and teaching them the skills needed to be successful in life. He stresses character building as much as strength and skill building. Michael is also co-founder of DubeZone, where he served as the inspiration and master trainer to a large coaching staff. Michael is considered an expert coach for his unique ability to connect with and transform every child with whom he works. His energy and enthusiasm is infectious, and he spreads his positive message through volunteerism, motivational speaking, and the charity he co-founded, Sharing Seats, which has given away thousands of event and sporting tickets to children in need. “Coach Mike,” as he is affectionately called, is an inspiration to many and is very much looking forward to continuing his passion in helping kids through the development of Elite Method.

    Joel Schiff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 44:50


    Joel Schiff is the owner of World Of Goodies and Heimish Food in Teaneck NJ. He can be reached @theworldofgoodies or @heimishfood.

    Dov Katz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 52:05


    "Digital Dov" Katz has been in the Music and Entertainment industry for over 25 years. He became "Digital Dov" by accident during the pandemic, when he ended up virtually entertaining over 60,000 around the world, while never leaving his basement. Now back in person, Dov brings his unique sense of fun and excitement to every event that he hosts! Get ready to have fun like we did in the good old days....you know like February 2020!!!

    Juan Del Sol

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 31:30


    Juan Del Sol is committed to provide quality service by working hard, listening, and following through. After working in corporate America for 10 years, Juan began his career in real estate in 2014. Juan is a member of various county committees that strive to assist and support all realtors' needs. He is an industry innovator, and the co-founder of Multiple Clients List, a software that strives for the digitalization of documents such as buyers' agreement.

    Aviva Breda

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 58:40


    Aviva Breda is the founder and owner of Aviva Breda Consulting, where she works as a personal shopper and lifestyle consultant. Aviva works with clients to help them find the best wardrobe options for their; lifestyle as well as styles families for photoshoots and events. In May of 2019 Aviva donated one of her kidneys and has since become an avid speaker on the topic of kidney donation to help raise awareness for this extremely important cause. In 2021, Aviva started her own podcast called "A Piece of Me," which can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you get your podcasts. Aviva can be reached at avivabreda@gmail.com.

    Danny Valencia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 34:21


    Born with a knack for numbers, Danny started his journey in finance during high school as a supermarket cashier. Eventually following the advice of his elders to become an accountant, he attended and graduated from William Paterson University's Cotsakos College of Business with a bachelor's degree in Accounting. During college, he completed an internship and was eventually hired as a staff accountant with Avis Budget Group where he worked for 5 years. Feeling that something was missing, Danny began to search for a career where he could combine his love of finance with his passion for connecting with and helping people. In late 2012, that career found him, when his girlfriend (now wife) began working as the secretary for a small mortgage company. After hitting it off with the CEO Michael Sema at the company holiday party, Danny decided to try his hand at the mortgage industry. As fate would have it, in early 2013 Avis Budget Group was simultaneously going through consolidation and offered Danny two options. Either keep his staff accountant role and relocate from New Jersey to Virginia Beach, or part ways with the company and take a severance package. The news couldn't have come at a better time as Danny was already planning his exit and this just gave him the financial parachute and confidence to do so. Danny has been a licensed Mortgage Banker with Get A Rate since June 2013, licensed Life Insurance Agent since 2014 and licensed NJ Real Estate Agent since 2015. Branded by his peers as 'The Bearded Banker', he has been able to excel in the real estate industry by applying his knowledge in accounting, as well as his experience with owning, investing in, and flipping real estate, to help guide his clients not only through the delicate mortgage process but even beyond the initial transaction into the realms of personal finance, wealth creation, and wealth protection.

    Melissa Ledesma

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 62:45


    An innovative problem-solver by nature, over the last decade Melissa Ledesma has made a name for herself as a marketing dynamo. Experienced and passionate about the digital marketing industry, she has held a number of high-level positions within the real estate, mortgage, entertainment and digital advertising industries, including Director of PR and Business Development at NJ Lenders Corp. and Director of Communications & Government Affairs at Eastern Bergen County Board of Realtors. As Vice President of Communications at Digital Media Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: DMS), Melissa demonstrates a strategic, creative and tactical approach when handling the thought leadership programs, branding and communications efforts for DMS and its family of brands. She oversees the public relations, social media, event management, thought leadership and plays a pivotal role in the creation of written, digital and video content for all campaigns. Melissa has consistently positioned the team at DMS as experts in performance marketing across multiple industries. In April 2020, Melissa co-founded Women of Martech a trade association dedicated to promoting and amplifying the recognition of the successes and contributions of women in marketing, martech and technology. As Executive Director of Women of Martech, Melissa has grown the brand's footprint and launched a number of effective member tools, benefits and resources to help more women gain more visibility in the space. A motivator to her core, Melissa believes in the power of communities. With a long list of volunteer leadership roles in her past including 15 years as a cheerleading coach for the nationally-ranked Cliffside Park recreation program, Melissa was elected to the Boys and Girls Club of Lower Bergen County's Board of Directors in January of 2021. 

    Dave Fanale

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 25:02


    Dave has been in the real estate business his entire professional life which spans 5 decades. That sounds like he's old. On the contrary! He began in real estate sales in his college days and then to management, sales, investment, sales, building and to own a brokerage for 21 years.He is dedicated to giving his clients honest, direct feedback, and sparing them from the high-pressure sales tactics often employed by industry peers. Dave uses his experience as a developer, builder, property manager and entrepreneur to provide his clients with realistic insights on potential issues and real-world solutions and costs. Dave believes that being transparent and working in his client's best interest is the only way to ensure a positive and rewarding experience.As Dave says:I help people, make a difference!

    Matt Merenoff

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 35:49


    With over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, Matt is one of the leading experts in loan modification, short sale negotiations and settlements in the country. During that time, Matt has gained a vast network of contacts that continue to help support his success. Matt's career began as the Director of a National ForSale By Owner program, which allowed Matt to quickly learn about the challenges and struggles faced by the typical homeowner. Over the next four years, and the programs rapid growth, he decided to switch gears and work with the homeowners as they faced the uncertainty of their home loan futures. Unlike many in his field, Matt is personally connected to what he does. While in college, Matt's own wife knew the pain of losing her family home to foreclosure. The devastation to her family has proven to be a driving force behind his success and relentlessness in protecting other homeowners from a similar fate. This is also why he treats everyone he works with in a kind and compassionate way. He knows this situation can happen to anyone. During Matt's time with Realestate Recovery Group, he has written 5 manuals on short sales as well as given over well over 100 presentations and seminars. In addition, Matt has also done one on one coaching sessions for attorneys, realtors, homeowner, mortgage professionals, and investors who have all been tremendously successful as a result of Matt's tutelage. Matt has just released his first book on amazon.com called Short Sale Savage early in 2022. No chance Matt is going to be slowing down as the market starts to heat up again after the moratorium is lifted and things are back to normal. He launched and online education website that offers education on demand called www.YourShortSaleSuccess.com Matt now runs one of visual loss mitigation companies in the united states call: Realestate Recovery Group www.realestaterecoverygroup.com .

    Elie Katz

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 33:45


    Elie Y. Katz is a politician and businessman. He served as the Mayor of Teaneck from 2006 to 2008. Katz was elected to the Teaneck Township Council in 1997. He was elected Mayor of Teaneck in 2006, making him the youngest person to serve in that office as well as the first Orthodox Jew. Katz served until 2008, when he was replaced by Kevie Feit. Katz served as deputy mayor in 2016 when Lizette Parker died in office. He thus filled in as acting mayor for several months until the town council elected Mohammed Hameeduddinon July 1, 2016.

    Pete D'Angelo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 50:20


    Peter is the part-owner of LCD Mortgage and Branch Manager for their office with First Home Bank. He has worked to support and build his father's business for the pas ten years, with a brief hiatus while working as a Manager of Preferred Banking for First Republic Bank on Manhattan's Upper East Side. After a truly rewarding experience in New York, he returned to LCD Mortgage, a Division of First Home Bank, to continue his career in Residential Mortgage Lending, as well as affording his father, Lou, a well deserved opportunity for semi-retirement.Throughout the time he has been building his career in financing, he continued nurturing his passion for music and entertainment. He is working on an album with his Aunt, set to release in the Summer of 2022, performs nearly every weekend at bars and restaurants throughout New Jersey, and has a few film credits for independent productions he has supported over the years. Most recently, performing audio post-production, sound design, and engineering for The Last Line, a documentary about sustainable options for supply chain in coastal markets.Peter is a two-term member of Passaic Valley Regional High School's Board of Education, spanning 6-years, contributor to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, College Focus for Cystic Fibrosis, Leukemia Lymphoma Society, avid bowler, golfer, and guitar collector.

    Shmuel Shayowitz

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 44:52


    Shmuel Shayowitz is President and Chief Lending Officer at Approved Funding, a privately held national mortgage banker and direct lender.Shmuel has over 20 years of industry experience, including multiple licenses, numerous awards, and coveted accreditations as a certified mortgage underwriter, licensed real estate agent, residential review appraiser, and real estate investor. His knowledge and expertise are highly sought after, and he uses his passion for educating people as a contributing writer, industry speaker, coach, and advisory board member. His insights have been featured in Forbes, USA Today, The Bergen Record, TheStreet.Com, Entrepreneur Magazine, and countless mortgage industry publications.Shmuel can be reached at www.approvedfunding.com/shmuel or Shmuel@approvedfunding.com or follow him on all social media platforms where he is highly active and engaging.  

    Bruce Elichman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 37:01


    With over 28 years of experience as a business owner, and as a leading professional in the real estate industry for over 18 years, Bruce brings his seasoned management and marketing skills to the team.Bruce is a veteran not just in the industry, but for our country as well. He served in the US Army from 1968 -1970 with the Vietnam Combat Duty. He continues to stay involved and gives back to his community, holding numerous positions on various local boards. He served on the Board of Directors for the Jewish Federation, and was the Treasurer of Jewish Family Services of North Jersey. He is a former President of the Veterans Club in Haledon, NJ and was a Chairman of the United Jewish Appeal Campaign in Wayne, NJ.Bruce is a Licensed Real Estate Instructor for the State of New Jersey, served as the Treasurer for the Bergen County Board of Realtors, and is a member of the Board of Directors for both the Eastern Bergen County Board of Realtors Executive Committee and the New Jersey Association of Realtors (NJAR). He is also a part of the NJAR Circle of Excellence Committee.Along with his endless list of credentials, come Bruce's awards. He's received the NJAR Million Dollar Circle of Excellence Sales Award on eight different occasions, over the last 15 years.

    Rob Khoury

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 44:30


    Rob Khoury is an experienced Title Insurance Producer with a demonstrated history of working in the insurance industry. He is skilled in Sales, Entrepreneurship, Cold Calling, Sales Management, and Real Estate Transactions. He is a strong business development professional with a Bachelor of Science (BS) focused in Business Management and Marketing from Ramapo College of New Jersey; Anisfield School Of Business.

    Elana Ochs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 48:40


    Elana is the owner of Kol Chaverim Preschool which was founded in April 2012 and will be celebrating their 10 year anniversary next month. Elana opened her second KCP branch in Teaneck at Yeshivat HeAtid in 2016. That same year, she also launched KC KIDS early and aftercare program for the yeshiva's elementary aged students.  In 2018, Elana joined forces with Yavneh Academy to help create Gan Yavneh Nursery in Teaneck. Each of these programs serviced around 70-100 children from the greater Jewish community. Elana also has a passion for safety and health andbecame a certified EMT in 2008. She opened her swim program in Engelwood, NJ called “Morah Elana's Swim School” in 2010, which was an extension of the swim school that she started back in high school, when she lived in Toronto. She was also the Host and Program Director for “Upscale Getaways” Passover Programs in Niagara Falls in recent years. Elana graduated from Yeshiva University with a B.A. in English Literature, a concentration in Music and an A.A. in Judaic Studies. She also earned a dual Masters degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education at Touro College, NY.  Prior to working as a Preschool Director, Elana worked as Head Lifeguard at the camp run by the Hebrew Academy for Special Children (HASC). She was also selected to join Teach For America and served as a special educator and corps member in Harlem and the Bronx. Special education and helping others that are not able to advocate for themselves has always been an integral role in Elana's life. Elana enjoys creating unique programming, as well as a safe, nurturing, stimulating and dynamic environment for students, parents and staff. She lives in Bergenfield with her husband and 3 children. She is also a proud surrogate carrier to her cousin, Arielle, in Brooklyn NY. 

    Sarah Guttmann

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 28:22


    Sarah is a life coach and counselor for the adolescent and young adult community. Her practice is located in Bergen County and she sees clients both in person and virtually.  She holds a social work license in the state of New Jersey which is comforting to clients because her background in therapy helps guide her in her practice. However the work she does with her clients is goal-oriented and focuses on reaching future aspirations. Sarah was previously the assistant director of the guidance department at a Yeshiva in New Jersey. Sarah has around fifteen years of experience working with the adolescent population both in camp and school settings. Her background as a social worker, experienced group leader, program coordinator, school counselor, and youth educator has helped motivate her to start up her own practice. Sarah is passionate about the work she does and aims to create a safe, supportive and motivating space for her clients. 

    Michael Pennisi

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 72:03


    Michael Pennisi is a full-time real estate broker whose career includes award-winning recognition on a local, national and international stage. He currently serves as the Branch Vice President of the Coldwell Banker Maplewood Office, where he leads over 90 real estate sales associates and staff. Since his arrival, Coldwell Banker Maplewood rose from the least productive office in the company to one of the most productive. In 2017, the Maplewood Office had the "Highest Profit Improvement" out of all offices in the company. Michael was named the "Top Recruiting Broker" in the NYC Metro and among the Top 50 Brokers internationally for NRT. In 2017, Michael was also named to the prestigious "NRT President's Council", an award honoring the Top 20% of Managers. NRT, the parent company of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, is the nation's largest residential real estate brokerage.In 2012, Michael was selected as a member of the National Association of Realtor's "30 Under 30" Class of 2012. This highly coveted award spotlights 30 of the continent's best real estate professionals under the age of the 30. Michael began his real estate career in 2006 with Burgdorff ERA Realtors. In his first year, he was honored with the "Rising Star" Award given to the top producing first-year agents in the company. This tradition of excellence continued as he earned the "NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award" for his outstanding sales performance. He was also featured as a "Five Star Real Estate Agent" by New Jersey Monthly from 2010 through 2016 and "Associate of the Month" in his Summit office numerous times.On a national level, Michael currently serves as a member of both the National Association of Realtor's YPN Advisory Board and the Housing Opportunity Committee. He is a proud supporter of the Realtor Political Action Committee (RPAC). He invests in RPAC annually as a President's Circle member and will complete the YPN Pledge in 2018. 

    Yitzy Spinner

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 58:48


    Yitzy Spinner has been performing around the globe for over 30 years, having begun his international stage career at only 8 years old. While he is known in the music production world as a seasoned orchestrator and conductor, it is in the synagogue that his passion for history and education come to the forefront. He can often be found lecturing on the origins of Jewish liturgy and its music, a topic that he holds dear to his heart. Yitzy currently serves as the Chazzan of the Great Neck Synagogue, in Long Island, New York, one of the most prestigious Orthodox Synagogues in the United States.In addition to his role as Chazzan, Yitzy enjoys a successful career as a stage performer and recording studio professional. His music production company, The Lab, has been an integral part of the New York live production and recording scene for over a decade.Yitzy can also be found performing as a featured vocalist on stages across the world. No location is to remote for him, as he combines his passions for music, travel, and history all at once.

    Rachel Kupfer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 40:33


    Rachel Kupfer is the proud owner of an all-women-run business. In 2013, she founded On The Table in Bergen County, NJ when she noticed there wasn't a homeware shop in the Teaneck area. Recognizing a perfect opportunity, she set up shop and now shares her wonderfully unique taste with not just Bergen County, but all over the U.S.! Although her products are beautiful, we're certain it's her bubbly & warm personality that brings her customers back. She is deeply connected to the community and proudly supports other organizations and small businesses, as she says, there's room for everyone. On The Table is here to inspire people to get creative and have fun with their tablescapes and home decor!Every table has a story...what's yours?

    David Sanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 32:59


    David Sanders is a seasoned senior loan officer since 2014 with MR Capital Group. Driven by his ability to connect with people along with his financial acumen, he takes great pride in providing the best mortgage solutions for his clients. As a senior loan officer, his goals are to strategically structure the optimal mortgage, tailored to each borrower's financial situation and navigate them to the closing table with smiles on their face's. Through the mortgage process he develops long lasting relationships & friendships with this clients and referral sources. David has what he calls “the best mortgage team in the country” and as a result his volume has grown year over year since he began in 2014, he closed over $60,000,000 of mortgages in 2021. When David isn't closing loans, you can find him in the kitchen preparing some gourmet food, hanging out with his friends watching the game, or making a room full of people laugh. He currently resides in Pomona, NY with his wife and two daughters.

    Moshe Kinderlehrer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 52:15


    Moshe Kinderlehrer is the publisher and co-founder of the Jewish Link of New Jersey – Expanded Edition, and the Jewish Link Media Group. After nearly two decades in the nonprofit and fundraising field, he launched his first paper in 2013, the bi-weekly Jewish Link of Bergen County. With G-d's help, it was an immediate success and from this first paper, which soon became a weekly and was renamed the Jewish Link of New Jersey in 2014, he expanded his media and print efforts by founding the Jewish Link of the Bronx, Westchester and CT in 2015. He has helped launch papers in Rockland County (Monsey Mevaser), the Philadelphia area (Philly Jewish Link), and the DC/Maryland area (Kol HaBirah). He is also affiliated with the Queens Jewish Link and Bukharian Jewish Link, and is working on other media and print-related businesses as well.Prior to entering the Jewish media world, Moshe enjoyed an extensive career in the nonprofit and fundraising arena with his last job serving as a Director of Institutional Advancement at Yeshiva University with responsibility for the Azrieli Graduate School of Education, the Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies, and the YU High Schools. Before YU, he served in senior fundraising roles at American Friends of Leket Israel, Friends of Jerusalem College of Technology, OHEL, Gesher, as an independent nonprofit consultant, and as a consultant for NYC-based nonprofit consulting firm Perry Davis Associates. Moshe is an ordained Orthodox rabbi and served as the assistant rabbi at the Fifth Avenue Synagogue from 1998-2000. Moshe can be reached at:Email: moshek@jewishlinknj.comOffice Phone: 201-366-9102

    Aaron Gordon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 34:29


    Aaron Gordon is an Outsourced Risk Manager and Insurance Agent with expertise in Property and Casualty Insurance, Risk Management Consulting, and Captive Management. Representing the second generation, he serves as Vice President in his family's boutique Insurance Agency and Consulting Firm, Gordon Companies (I. David Gordon Associates Inc.) which has been providing Insurance and Risk Management Services coupled with top quality customer service for over 50 years.Over the past 10+ years, he has worked with High Net Worth Individuals, Medical Providers, Jewelers, Real Estate Developers and a variety of Small Businesses within the Insurance industry. Some typical clients include Government Contractors, Large Medical Centers, Aging Care Facilities, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Large Wholesale and Retail Jewelers as well as New York Real Estate Professionals.Aaron received his Bachelor's degree from the Sy Syms School of Business and is a licensedProperty/Casualty Broker in New York and over 40 states across the US. In 2018 Aaron received the CAPI (Certified Advisor Personal Insurance) designation through the Wharton School and Chubb. And in 2020 received the CCIC (Cyber COPE Insurance Certification) designation through the Carnegie Mellon and Chubb. He is one of only 4 insurance advisors worldwide with these two designations.Aaron lives in Queens, New York with his wife Michele and 4 children (3 daughters and 1 son)Aaron can be reached at:aaron@gordoncompanies.com(212) 687-2525 (office)(917) 727-7205 (cell)Linkedin: linkedin.com/aarongordonInstagram/Facebook/Twitter: @nyriskadvisor

    Sam Ulrich

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 26:24


    Since the age of 13, master photographer, Samuel, knew photography was his calling. After years of fashion and event photography apprenticeships with some of the finest photographers in New York, Los Angeles, and Europe - he began his own business in event and portrait photography and never looked back.Using inherent compassion and a trained eye, Sam creates powerful visual storytelling to document life's most precious moments. He is known for enabling each client to look and feel beautiful in front of his camera, bringing a sense of calmness and ease to a busy day. With relentless commitment to excellence, he consistently pushes the limit in artistic vision and personal style.Together with his wife and brand manager, Ally, he captures the memories of hundreds of couples, families, and professionals each year both in and out of his studio head quarters in just outside of NYC. Together they treat each client and photograph as if it was their own. Sam is equally recognized by both his tenacious and warm personality, and his sophisticated imagery. He loves to talk all things wedding photography, event logistics, client relationships, studio management, album design, the art of headshots, and so much more. Sam can be reached at:Email: sam@ulrichstudios.comOffice Phone: 201-490-8807Instagram: @UlrichStudios

    Meet Marc

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 12:58


    After over a year of planning, Whatever It Takes Podcast is here to bring incredible conversations with amazing guests. Tune into this trailer to learn a little bit about myself as I take you behind the scenes and explain how I became the person I am today. I hope you enjoy and follow along this journey with me while I host different guests and learn about their experiences that helped them form their own version of success. If you are interested in being interviewed on this podcast or have any questions, feel free to reach out to me @MarctheMisfit.

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