Tower Talk Business Radio: Recent Episodes
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Tower Talk highlights the best of Long Island by providing “all access” interviews with the NCC Foundation Business Leaders Council, top entrepreneurs, and local business owners who will discuss a range of topics that impact both owners and executives alike.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Dr. Daniel Ford, Chief Information Security Officer of Jovia Financial Credit Union. He speaks about his work with Jovia, Cyganix, and his focus on cybersecurity.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Joey Costello, Director of Strategic Partnerships for Costello's Ace Hardware, your neighborhood store across Long Island for hardware, home-improvement, grilling, lawn & garden, and more.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Vincent Malizia, Chief Culture Officer at A-1 Roofing, a second-generation, family-owned roofing company serving the Tri-State for over 40 years. Whether it's a residential home, commercial building, condominium or HOA. A-1 Roofing delivers trusted roofing solutions backed by decades of experience.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Glen Landow, Partner at Landow and Landow Architects, specializing in work for education, healthcare, retail, commercial, institutional and residential clients.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Christine Kim, Founder and Executive Director of My Dog is My Home, a non-profit devoted to keeping the human-animal bond connection, in times of homelessness.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from a dedicated advocate for all abilities, Kristine Fitzpatrick, Founder and CEO of LEAGUE OF YES. It’s a baseball program for people of all abilities with the focus on eliminating all obstacles.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Sasha Graham, a world-renowned tarot expert, bestselling author, award winning tarot deck creator, actor, and educator who teaches and lectures around the globe. She is the author of 12 books including Tarot Diva, 365 Tarot Spreads, 365 Tarot Spells, Llewellyn’s Complete Book of the Rider Waite Smith Tarot, The Magic of Tarot and Artist's Guide to Tarot.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Gabby Toro-Rosa (aka GTR), a bilingual PR and Communications Leader, who helps students, young professionals & Latinas thrive in Corporate America by sharing the playbook she built over the last decade - from resume and interview tips to reading a room, decoding non verbal cues, navigating corporate etiquette, and understanding power dynamics.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from George Pinchney, Founder and CEO of ESG (Evolution of Silent George.)
Donyshia Boston-Hill gets business empowerment from Dave Huie, CEO, VIOK Marketing, and Producer of Par 4 Peace. VIOK is an agency known for its creative strategies and high-impact campaigns with a client list that includes A-list celebrities, top-tier basketball players, and Fortune 500 CEOs.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from A 'Queen of Tech' - Tiffany Rivera, impactful experiences, and community director for membership organizations.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Filmmaker Bobby Heckman, who's been in the business of distributing, writing, acting, and directing films for 25 years. He's currently completing his Friday the 13th Fan Film "Losse Ends: Victim No More Part 2."
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Michael Williams, CEO of Go 3 Vodka, Jubilee Spirits, LLC.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Karmisha Superville, the CEO of EBK Events, providing strategic planning for city agencies, trade shows, education and charities to amplify their mission, and Gary Mahabir of Mahabir Fitness and Sports LLC, a certified personal trainer, specializing in online coaching for men over 40.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Daniel Gomez and Dhariel Gonzalez, two of the co-founders of Wanders: Travel Together, a social travel app built for planning the details of your trips and activities and sharing them with others.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Gina Falke, a screenwriter, model, inventor, and author of the novel "Princess Djina" and the novelized script, "Second Chances."
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Beth Granger, a LinkedIn leader, professional speaker and moderator, and owner of Beth Granger Consulting: Intrepid Social. Beth loves to help people who are not comfortable with technology to embrace its power!
Donyshia Boston-Hill gets business empowerment from Terrie Magro, co-founder of the Michael Magro Foundation, advocates for children and families affected by childhood cancer.
Donyshia Boston-Hill gets business empowerment from Peter Hewitson, the owner of Uncle Bacala's Italian Seafood and more, on Jericho Turnpike in Garden City Park. Together they talk about affordability, why he got into the industry, his most popular dishes, and the special ending to every meal he offers his guests.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Ralph Benzakein, Senior Vice President with Cresa, a commercial real estate occupier advisory firm know for client advocacy, thought leadership and analytics.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Bryan Clayton, CEO of GreenPal, who has been recognized as one of Inc. Magazine's "Top Entrepreneurs" and has built GreenPal to over 300,000 customers and $30 million a year in revenue. He is a serial entrepreneur with 22 years of experience in the lawn, landscaping, and garden industry. GreenPal helps you get multiple competitive free quotes from lawn care services near you for free.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Adam Haber, Co-Founder of Trellus. Adam is a passionate entrepreneur dedicated to fostering the growth of small business. Trellus is dedicated to empowering small businesses to become more digitally competitive. Through the Trellus Local Marketplace and their same-day delivery network, they enable customers to shop locally with greater convenience with a goal to drive more consumer dollars to more local businesses, which exponentially benefits local communities.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Robert Profusek, the founder of Harvest Media, Rob has produced and supported projects across film, television, and experiential entertainment—collaborating with artists, filmmakers, and brands to tell stories that are both emotionally resonant and culturally relevant. His work spans creative development, communications, and impact strategy, helping shape narratives that move audiences and spark meaningful conversation.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Jill Seplowitz, founder of Champions for Childhood, a growing local parent group promoting child independence.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Bruce Ahmes, CEO of Perfectub. He's also a Long Island contractor with decades of home building experience. Perfectub offers 30% more usable space in a standard alcove, with a flat bottom, vertical walls, and a lower threshold that makes it feel like stepping into the future of bathing. He’s got an incredible story to share, not just about a smarter bathtub, but about a lifetime of building, problem-solving, and carrying forward a legacy of innovation that started with the Moon landing.
Donyshia Boston-Hill gets business empowerment from Paisely Demby, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of PBN Consulting, LLC., a virtual network of highly experienced consultants focused on optimizing the performance of individuals and organizations. He has over 28 years of finance and strategic management experience.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Todd Ringler, the owner of Calm Waters Consulting, and current partner and soon to be sole owner of TAB, The Alternative Board of Suffolk County. Calm Waters Consulting is a company that values businesses, machinery and equipment and helps businesses and the professionals that help businesses identify, understand, and improve value. TAB provides resources to senior level business leaders that need to overcome business challenges. TAB creates a work-life balance that allows owners to grow their business, increase their profitability, and improve their lives.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Julie Marchesella, owner of Queen of Hearts USA Boutique, a formal wear store catering exclusively to Plus Sizes 16-32 and beyond with custom made gowns.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Kenesha Traynham-Cooper, Founder of 4 Future Generations, Inc. Kenesha is also the current New York State 56th Assembly District Leader in Bedford Stuyvesant/Northern Crown Heights. In January 2015, Kenesha founded her company, 4 Future Generations, Inc. an MWBE certified company serving the City of New York in business development, management, professional development, work readiness, community development, and health and wellness.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Sherly Demosthenes, CEO of CABS Health Network, and Khadija Hamouche, Program Manager of CABS Social Care Network and Connect 2 Care. CABS has been around for over 45 years, providing home care services to elderly and disabled residents of Brooklyn, the visible embodiment of a long term effort by its parent company, CABS Corporation, to create community owned and controlled, non-profit enterprises to provide essential services and employment opportunities for neighborhood residents.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Maura Brush, the President and CEO of Old Westbury Gardens, which seeks to inspire appreciation of the early 20th Century American country estate through faithful preservation and interpretation of its landscape, gardens, architecture, and collections.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from author Michael Jan Friedman, a NY Times bestselling author with more than 60 books under his belt. He's also written for TV and comics. He is a local Long Islander and he makes time for giving back to the community at events supporting the John Theissen Children's Foundation and CP Nassau, among others.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Michael Caprio, Core Programmer at the Tesla Center at Wardenclyffe. Michael has co-produced the record breaking Nikola Tesla Expo 2025 and created 1 to 5 year road maps for core programs and events, while managing annual budgets and partnership outreach for programming.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Lionel Chitty, the Executive Director at the Nassau County Office of Minority Affairs, which focuses on the development, advancement and betterment of economic, employment, business and cultural opportunities for the minority residents of the county and the improvement and stabilization of economically deprived areas in the county. They talk about the work his office does and specifically about the upcoming MEGA CAREER EXPO.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Brimstone! He has had a successful 40 year career as a renaissance man: professional wrestler, actor, comic book creator, video game hero, voiceover performer, musician, professional foodie, entrepreneur and philanthropist. He's also well known for his syndicated Grindhouse Radio show, with a global listenership of 3-4 million people. He has won the SBA's 2024 SB100 Best of Small Business Awards twice, and has been featured in HBO Max's "And Just Like That."
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Maria Dente, Founder of Dente's Dreamers, a nonprofit Inclusive Production Company engaging individuals of various abilities in an opportunity to shine on stage and production.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Andrea Kiliaris, Associate Director for Care Management at CABS Social Care Network. CABS provides home care services to elderly and disabled residents of Brooklyn, the visible embodiment of a long-term effort by its parent company, CABS Corporation, to create community owned and controlled, non-profit enterprises to provide essential services and employment opportunities for neighborhood residents. Andrea will talk about one of CABS’ special programs—Care Management, just one example of how CABS is innovating to meet the needs of individuals and families, providing not just care, but truly coordinated support.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Cynthia Seibold, the Founder and President of Balloon Mission, Inc., collecting balloons before they become plastic litter with a mission to protect wildlife and preserve the environment.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Beth Bucheister, Executive Director at Career Day, Inc. Beth took her experience as a certified life coach and commercial real estate professional, and channeled it into helping countless individuals define and achieve their goals. In her role, she has fulfilled her dream of guiding students to be the best they can be in their careers.
Ray Schwetz, Donyshia Boston-Hill and Britt Gill get business empowerment from Aleeia Abraham, Founder of the BlaQue Resource Network. As a trusted business consultant, she offers tailored support to Black entrepreneurs, guiding them through every stage of their ventures, from planning to scaling.
Ray Schwetz, Donyshia Boston-Hill and Britt Grill get caffeinated business empowerment from NCC alum Kevell Allie, CEO and Founder of Elegant King Brew, working to build a powerful brand in the coffee industry.
Ray Schwetz and Brittany Gill get business empowerment from Lorraine Millington, tax strategist and owner of Melanin Tax Solutions, giving individuals and businesses tailored tax solutions. With over a decade of experience, she helps clients maximize deductions, minimize liabilities and build financial stability.
Ray Schwetz and Brittany Gill get business empowerment from Gareth Robinson, Founding Principal of the Institute for Health Professions at Cambria, a small progressive career and technology high schgool partnered with Hofstra Univeristy, Northwell Health, and Canters Heathcare. They also speak with 11th grade student Ashia Phang for her perspective.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Steve Harper, President of Harper Marketing. You may also know Steve from his 30+ years in Long Island radio on stations like WBLI, KJOY, and Big 98.1. Today we talk about what makes a marketing campaign successful and other tips and tricks of the industry.
Ray Schwetz, Donyshia Boston-Hill and Britt Gill get business empowerment from Sharon McDermott, an acupuncturist, Chinese herbologist, and owner of Healthy Healing in Westbury, NY. They discuss her more-than-20-year-journey delivering care, reducing stress and anxiety, and avoiding the unwanted side effects of pharmaceuticals.
Ray Schwetz, Donyshia Boston-Hill, and Britt Gill talk with Nyrekia White, the Director of Development for the Long Island Children's Museum, an experiential learning space devoted to the busy work of play, on Museum Row in Garden City.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from fellow networker extraordinaire and fellow Urban League of Long Island board member Travis Jackson, owner of City Publications of Long Island, leaders in the field of direct mail marketing, lead generation, market research, search engine optimization, digital marketing, social media and more.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Daniel Gomez of Springboard Incubators, Inc., a non-profit organization that provides innovative educational programs in robotics, coding, data science, AI, cyber security, providing workshops for entrepreneurship, mentoring, and business development.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with author Kevin Blaize, who wrote a trilogy called "Dogs of the Wild."
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Peter Schwartz, General Manager of the new arena football league team, The New York Dragons. You may know him from his work on WFAN. The team is part of the newly minted Entertainment Football League, bringing the game to Nassau Coliseum this summer. They talk about this journey, what it means to Long Islanders, New Yorkers, football fans and more.
Ray Schwetz, Donyshia Boston-Hill and Brittany Gill talk with Gary Slavin, investment advisor at Leventhal Financial Services, Inc.. As a 30+ year veteran in the industry, Gary has assisted small businesses owners and non-profit organizations in designing and implementing employee benefit plans that retain quality employees and guide them in reaching their personal financial goals. His goal is to become a lifetime resource for his clients.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Dr. Bruce Feldman of Feldmed Limitless Healing of Huntington, NY. They talk about his journey through decades of delivering conventional medical care and how he came to realize that to be truly healthy, it was necessary to combine the oldest medical triaditions with the latest technological developments. Dr. Bruce says he doesn't just treat patients, but rather he engaes and involves them in a commitment towards limitless healing.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Greta Guarton, Executive Director, and Rosemarie Ortlieb, the Director of Development, at the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless. LICH is the lead entity addressing homelessness on Long Island. They provide direct care to individuals and families through housing-focused case management, a helpline for navigating resources, and coordinating referrals to homeless-dedicated housing programs.
Donyshia Boston-Hill gets business empowerment from Tori Cohen, Executive Director at the Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center. LIAD is a non-profit dedicated to improving the quality of life for those living with Alzheimer's disease & related dementia, and their caregivers, offering hands-on services that provide respite, support and stimulating programs.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Theresa Roden, Chief Visionary Officer and Founder of i-tri. i-tri is a sport for youth development program that uses the sport of triathlon to empower adolescent girls. Girls in i-tri learn to believe in themselves!
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Nicole Myrie, Teen Summit Co-Chair and Past President, and Sharon T. Hoskins, Teen Summity Co-Chair, of Jack and Jill of America, Nassau County Chapter. it's an organization of mothers dedicated to raising the next generation of African-American leaders while enhancing the lives of all children.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Elliot Allen, the Co-Founder of The Mental Conditioning Movement. Elliot is a Mental Conditioning Trainer with over 15 years of experience. Elliot empowers individuals and organizations to build mental strength and resilience. His method, an analogy of life as a boxing match, encourages people to step into the ring of life prepared, confident, and mentally tough. Elliot's Mental Conditioning Movement is built on Four Key Principles: Self Evaluation, Decision Making, Big Picture, & Staying the Course.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Robert Profusek, founder of Harvest Media. Founded in 2011 in NYC, Harvest Media has uniquely assembled a global network of industry, entertainment, technology, legal and financial advisors, connecting exceptionally devoted creatives, from first time idea generators to seasoned veterans, to create content that disrupts and redefines industry definitions.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Dana Barash Robinson, President and Owner of Spacial Security, Incorporated, which is a professional organizing business that brings order and efficiency to the lives of her clients in their space at home and/or work.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Audrey Einhorn, Corporate Director of the Royalton Properties, and Rachel Slavin, Sales and Events Director, of the Royalton on the Greens, wedding and event locations in Melville and Roslyn.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Billy Figaro, Owner and Operator of Oak and Vine in Glen Cove, NY. Born and raised in New York, Billy developed a deep appreciation for the local flavors and culinary traditions of the region from an early age. After honing his skills at culinary school and gaining valuable experience in restaurants across New York, Billy decided to bring his expertise to Long Island. His latest concept is Oak & Vine.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Rotary District 7255 Governor Beverly James, encompassing Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau & Suffolk Counties with 1500 members in 63 clubs. She has been a Rotarian for 15 years. In her club, Beverly R. James is the past Foundation Chair, has served two terms as President and two terms as Secretary. Rotary is a global network of more than 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Icons of the Game, an event dedicates to the Black and Brown coaching pioneers who broke barriers and paved the way for today’s coaches, who carry on their legacies. The event is happening November 13, 2024 at Nassau Coliseum. They speak with Jason Tilton, Executive Director, and Co-Director, Gary Charles.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Gina Falke, screenwriter, model, inventor, and author of the dark romance novel, Princess Djina.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Ellen Volpe, President of American Business Associates. ABA is the longest running professionally facilitated business networking resource on Long Island. ABA partners with mid-sized businesses and entrepreneurs, looking to make connections, foster relationships, and gain superior business introductions.
Ray Schwetz talks with Alex Lipsky, owner of Lipsky Construction, a 3-generation leader in commercial construction projects, dating back to 1955 and the founding of the Levittown Carpentry Company. They grew to include commercial projects, and now Alex continues in that tradition and evolution in the construction business as a leader in the field.
Ray Schwetz talks with Jose Dominguez, Chief Executive Officer of American Red Cross on Long Island. The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. Each day, they provide compassionate care to those in need. They also teach life-saving skills so our communities can be better prepared when the need arises. The Red Cross is needed - every day.
Donyshia Boston-Hill talks with Michele Grant, Executive Business Consultant & Author of The Power Dressers: A Women’s Guide to Professional Style. Michele has merged over 20 years of executive business consulting experience with a passion for fashion. As a visionary leader helping top Fortune 500 companies like Bertelsmann, Coach, and AT&T Subsidiaries, Michele has seen first-hand how professional presence can impact career success.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Joanna Formont, the Executive Director of Sibs Place. Joanna is a licensed mental health counselor and at SIBS Place she supervises programs and provides individual and group services to children and families coping with a loved one's illness or death. Previously, she worked with the WTC Family Center and has experience as a domestic violence and rape crisis counselor.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Sharon Davis, the Nassau Community College Business Leaders Council Chairperson. The Council is a group of exceptional executives who dedicate their time, talent and resources to support the fundraising, marketing and community relations endeavors for the students, faculty and staff of Nassau Community College.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Matthew Mullen, the owner and creator of Empire Adventure Park, located on the second floor of the Samanea Mall, formerly known as The Source, on Old Country Road in Westbury. Featuring trampolines, laser tag, a ninja obstacle course, augmented and virtual reality games, e-sports, a toddler area, and more.
Ray Schwetz ges business empowerment from Sharon Leid, a seasoned Publicity Strategist, with over 20 years of expertise in the Public/Media/Community Relations Industry. In 2015, Sharon founded NetStruc PR LLC with a passionate dedication to assisting small businesses in uncovering their newsworthiness and unique storytelling.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Irma Edington, the Executive Director and CEO of Hope For Youth, which provides services for children and families, including out-patient, clinical and preventive services, foster care, and diagnostic and emergency residential services. The organization works with children as young as birth through 21 across Long Island, with locations in Amityville, Bellmore, Farmingdale, Bay Shore and Seaford.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from George Pinckney Jr., CEO of Evolution of S&G, and Senior Account Manager at Genesis Merchant Services. George is a seasoned business professional in this arena, and Genesis' mission is to be the most professional, creative and helpful private finance firm around. We focus on George's work with his interns, Johanza Blaize and Preetkarn Singh, and how this is having a positive effect on personal, professional and workforce development. Part 2 of 2.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from George Pinckney Jr., CEO of Evolution of S&G, and Senior Account Manager at Genesis Merchant Services. George is a seasoned business professional in this arena, and Genesis' mission is to be the most professional, creative and helpful private finance firm around. We focus on George's work with his interns, Johanza Blaize and Preetkarn Singh, and how this is having a positive effect on personal, professional and workforce development. Part 1 of 2.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Mercedes Altman, Esq., Attorney, Writer, and founder of Trekk The World Travel. Mercedes is an immigration attorney and travel entrepreneur who has been leading and growing her New York-based company that crafts sustainable and transformative adventure experiences. With over 15 years of legal experience and a background in international business and aviation, Mercedes has a unique perspective and a deep understanding of the travel industry and its challenges and opportunities.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Cassandra Jones, Financial Professional and Master Artist. Cass brings a unique set of skills to each one her clients. Now mastering the art of finance, she has joined the mission of empowering the world with financial education. Her passion and her driving force has always been helping others and making clients happy with custom and unique creations. With her work, she creates the possibility for financial literacy and freedom for anyone.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Chris Feehan, the Development Assistant at Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County. Chris is also the Long Island Events Coordinator for the Empire City Garrison of the 501st Legion, which Star Wars fans know to be the charitable side of Star Wars fandom.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Dr. Moronke Oshin-Martin, owner and director of TGA (Tennis, Golf and Athletics) Premier Sports of Northern Nassau County. They grow the sports kids love and enrich the lives of children through at-school sports programs.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Lee'Ann Burgess, Founder of Social Vibe Marketing. Lee'ann has over 15 years of experience in business-to-business marketing, e-commerce, and sustainable business practices. She has also been recognized in an elite group of one of only 55 LinkedIn certified marketing experts globally.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Ellen Smiley, who works as a self-employed Financial Literacy Coach.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Aditya Varanasi, CEO of Awarity, an affordable and sustainable digital marketing solution from up-and-coming companies, making world-class marketing more affordable without sacrificing quality.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Patricia Chambers Daly, the Senior Director of Development at Hour Children, Inc. Hour Children helps incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women and their children successfully rejoin the community, reunify with their families, and build healthy, independent, and secure lives.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Patrice Trelles, Executive Director of HR at Impact Learning Centers. Impact Learning Centers provides high-quality academic programs to families and educational institutions, positively impacting minority student success.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business and community empowerment from Victoria Catoir and Taylor Murray, Campaign Development Managers at the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, a non-profit dedicated to creating a world without blood cancers. Since 1949, they have invested more than $1.7 billion in groundbreaking research, pioneering many of today's most innovative approaches. LLS is a global leader in the fight against blood cancer.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Josh York, Founder and CEO of Gym Guyz. Gym Guyz is an in-Home & On-site Fitness Training Provider located in over 150 locations across 30 states, and 3 countries.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Shane Mischler, Chief Operating Officer for SD Tech. Shane partners with the owner to design and implement business strategies, plans, and processes. During his tenure, the company’s revenue has more than tripled, and their active client list includes over 200 companies.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Suzanne Chimera, Founder of Hair We Share. Hair We Share is a non-profit on Long Island dedicated to helping those with medical hair loss conditions. Her work has expanded to include partnerships with other nonprofits and businesses to make an impact.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Paige Carbone, Regional Executive Director of MADD - Mothers Against Drunk Driving. The mission of Mothers Against Drunk Driving is to end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support the victims of these violent crimes, and prevent underage drinking. In her role as Regional E.D., Paige develops, manages, and implements initiatives for MADD's core programs and services and promotes the mission of MADD in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, overseeing Victim Services, Development and Community Education & Prevention Programs.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Celeste Sassine and her daughter Cheyenne. Celeste is the owner, operator and baker of Sassy Sweet Vegan Treats, a vegan bakery in southeast Queens.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from George Pinckney Jr., Senior Account Manager of Genesis Merchant Services, a private finance firm.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Premium Sales Director Sari Brandwine, and Vice President of the Business Development Team Kevin Becker, both from UBS Arena, a venue for sports and entertainment (and home of the New York Islanders) in Elmont, New York.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Dr. Deborah L. Wortham, author of "Setting The Atmosphere: Beliefs, Practices, and Protocols for Faith-Filled Educational Leaders."
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from real estate professional Michael Wright. He has also gone through a transformational period in his life and will share his story with us.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Father Peter Pomposello, a Catholic Priest who is also a recruiter for the heroic calling of U.S. Army Chaplains.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Jim LaSalle, owner of J Lasalle Consulting and JLaSalle.com, an outsourced CMO to mid-market companies. He is also an innovative author, podcaster, and of course, an entrepreneur.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Daniel Gimpel, Executive Director of the Rising Stars Youth Foundation in Freeport, NY, with a mission to utilize the game of basketball as the vehicle to promote education, reinforce values, and provide our youth with a safe environment to PLAY, LEARN and GROW.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Alyse Arpino, the Executive Director of the CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale, NY. CM Performing Arts Center is a Non-Profit Organization “home” to people from all walks of life who work collaboratively to produce quality theatrical productions. Guided by the values of excellence, diversity and community, they seek to make a positive contribution to arts-education, culture and the quality of life on Long Island. Alyse has had a career spanning over 14 years in theater and she is passionate about her work in the community.
Most people in business are very concerned about risk management over data security. With technology evolving daily, the game changes and bad actors always seem to be ahead of the curve. So it's important to have an expert on your side. Helping provide us with some clarity around this is Joseph Saracino, President and CEO of Cino Limited Companies, including Cino Solutions, a cybersecurity advisor and service provider.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Theodore Massillon, CEO of Nom Media, a diverse digital marketing agency using creative & intentional strategy to add value to brands and community while bringing revenue to businesses. Theo is a creative marketing strategist based in Queens, NY, who is passionate about helping brands grow with a combination of SEO, content for social media, PR, digital marketing and more.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Bobby Ford, AKA Chef Bobby Q – the VISIONARY CULINARY ARTIST, who is the owner and head chef of Bobby Q’s Jus’ like Mama’s, located at 365 West Sunrise Hwy in Freeport, Long Island – a soul food destination.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Ibrahim Jackson, Founder and CEO of Ubiquitous Preferred Services, Inc. Ibrahim is a trainer, management consultant, and executive coach who upskills folks for our evolving workforce.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Dr. Daniel Ford, Chief Information Security Officer for Jovia Financial Credit Union, to help make people more aware of the necessity for cybersecurity for their business, as well as their personal information.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Andrew Hazen, a domainer, Bagel Boss, serial entrepreneur, Publisher & attorney. Andrew started at Bagel Boss thirty something years ago at the age of 15 and is now CEO. Andrew is building Long Island Media; a portfolio of 200+ Long Island-related domain names. He is Of Counsel at Ruskin Moscou Faltischek.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Bryan Thomas Norton, a filmmaker and author of FOR GOD'S SAKE GET OUT, the ultimate tome of the history of the Amityville Horror films.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Michael Jan Friedman, an author of more than 60 books. He has also written for TV, comics, and radio. He is a local Long Islander who makes time to give back to the community.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Renu Dalessandro, Chief Marketing Officer and certified diversity, equipment, and inclusion professional from Jovia Financial Credit Union. Jovia is Long Island's premiere credit union for all Long Islanders who want to "bank on the bright side."
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Lawrence Sprung, Founder and Wealth Advisor at Mitlin Financial, Inc., and author of 'Financial Planning Made Personal: What Did You Do Today That Brought You Joy?'
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill welcome back to the show for more business empowement, Renee Flagler, the Executive Director of Girls, Inc. of Long Island. Renee is a speaker, author and passionate leader in the non-profit sector helping women thrive. Girls Inc. of Long Island delivers life-changing programs and experiences that equip girls to overcome serious barriers to grow up strong, smart, and bold.
Ray Schwetz talks with Julian David Stone, author of The Strange Birth, Short Life, and Sudden Death of Justice Girl! Justice Girl is a story that takes us back in time to the 50s and the early days of television, to the days of blacklisting and fears of communism, and a time where Superman was played by George Reeves. We previously spoke with Julian about his novel It's Alive.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from a leader in the non-profit sector and a very cool advocate for children, "Big D," Vice President and Public Relations Officer of Bikers Against Child Abuse Long Island Chapter.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from a seasoned business leader and mindset coach, Jessica Rivera. Jessica's mission is to build teams that empower people to be self-led while increasing productivity and profit.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment and finds out where to turn in times of family crisis from Kathy Rivera, Executive Director and CEO, and Jennifer Rush, Associate Executive Director, of the North Shore Child and Family Guidance Center - the preeminent not-for-profit children’s mental health agency on Long Island, dedicated to restoring and strengthening the emotional well-being of children (birth-age 24) and their families.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Vanessa Applewhaite-Senior and Keisha D'Oyley-Gathers, leader volunteers from Le Diner En Blanc Long Island, a Parisian-Influenced all-white dinner party that happens annually at a secret location!
These days, folks are more aware of the need and benefits of self care, the focus on wellness, and most importantly, mental well-being. Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Don Sinkfield, the owner of Help To Adjust, Inc., a community of therapists committed to the advancement of mental health equity in the state of New York.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Venus Cruté, a TV and Radio Host, and celebrity voiceover actor. She is the author of "Shades of Love," a compilation of poetry on a quest for love!
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from a power couple who are leaders in philanthropy, business, education, and diversity, equity, inclusion and access: Kamille and Anthony William Dean. Tony is a seasoned realtor with Exit Realty Premier and founder of Pinks Cans for Cancer, and Kamille is the Senior Director of D.E.I. at Fordham University School of Law.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from a natonal brand influencer and self-made digital entrepreneur, Ms. Alexandra Nolan, author of "The Unconventional Entrepreneur: Launch A Success Business and Live the Work-Life Dream."
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Aron Kurlander, the Director of Business Services, and Vivi Acosta, the Deputy Director of Business Services & Special Events, of Greater Jamaica Development Corporation, a community-building organization that plans, promotes, coordinates and advances responsible development to revitalize Jamaica (Queens) and strengthen the region.
The more you read, the better - and host Ray Schwetz has challenged himself to read two books per month. His favorite read so far this year is from his guest, Julian David Stone, called "It's Alive," a hisotircal fiction novel chronicling a short but pivotal time in Hollywood, where Universal Studios transitioned from making formulatic pictures to prestige horror film sthat propelled them into legend.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from personal development and leadership expert Donna Sirianni, founder and CEO of Moving Forward Strategies. Her expertise including living leadership, personal development for business leaders, accountability for the C-Suite, and company training.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from a leader in the non-profit world, Belinda Watlkins, Executive Director of QB Generational Change, an organization that empowers youth with financial education and community involvement.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Jill Wisner of Spectrum Designs, a business with a social mission to create meaningful and inclusive employment for those on the autism spectrum.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from a leader in the non-profit sector, Adam Rabinovitch, Executive Director of COPE, a non-profit organization that helps parents and families living with the loss of a child.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from a leader in business evaluation, mergers and acquisitions, pension consulting, and tax advice - Bonnie Yam, an ATAX franchise developer. Bonnie provides tips to small business owners when it comes to "Uncle Sam" and more.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from the authors of "Hey Long Island Do You Remember," Stacey Mandel Kaplan and Jordan Kaplan. This book brings to life Long Island's people and places, including memories of culture, music, food, fashion, festivals, businesses, amusements, sports, estates, art, and landmarks. These nostalgic and historic images and stories reveal a window into the past, showing life as it was then, and how life became what it is today.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Paul Williams, CEO of Absolutely Trophies Inc., a company that offers recognition awards, custom engraving, signage, promotional and PPE products.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from master prosperity coach Joel Salomon, author of 'Infinite Love and Money,' and 'The 9 Money Rules Millionaires Use.'
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from a leader in business, real estate, and cutting-edge technology, Paul Poblete, founder and CEO of Apollo 3D Inc., a technology company that collaborates with architects, engineers, contractors and real estate professionals.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Alisha Fernandez Miranda, author of "My What If Year," a memoir that recounts Alisha's adventures as she takes leave from her CEO level corporate job to explore her "What If" dream jobs.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Joan McShane, US Tennis Association Officiating Growth Manager of the Eastern/New England region.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Anthony Forgione, the Director of Business Development at HIA-LI, The Hauppauge Industrial Association, which advocates for Long Island businesses.
Donyshia Boston-Hill gets business empowerment from Wilma Holmes Tootle and Leah E. Watson, co-founders of A Better You Consulting Services, and A Better You Foundation.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Jonathan Ortiz, CEO of Creative Focus Photography - visual storyteller and studio in photo, video, design and print.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Andrew "The Drew" Williams, member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame group PUBLIC ENEMY, and Founder of Microphone Phine, which created a prototype of a redesigned microphone design that hopes to revolutionize the hip-hop concert industry.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Nicole Snurkowski, CEO of Innovative Transformations, LLC, a company that teaches leaders at all levels how to get breakthrough results. Nicole is a results-driven leadership consultant, working with CEOs to deliver exceptional sustained value to customers through a methodical and strategic process.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Michele Rebetti, President of Crestcom International - Key Alliance LLC, a worldwide leadership development company that develops management and leadership skills to sharpen a managers’ focus on the bottom-line and enhance an organization's ability to compete in their market.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Jennifer Fink, VP of Sales at Lutech Industries, a company that manufactures and sells ergonomic, long lasting medical equipment on Long Island.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Yasmin Jean, the CEO and Founder, and Jeavina Brevilus, the VP of Roulette, a luxury French fashion brand designed to support strong, confident women.
Donyshia Boston-Hill talks with Daphne Perry, a children's book author from Long Island. Her new book is titled "ABC's of Love" - an easy-to-read alphabet book with colorful pictures that stimulate the imagination and engage the youngest reader.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston Hill talks with a leader in business, real estate and the Information Technology field, Su Chen, Co-Owner of Team Logic IT, a national provider of technology services and solutions for businesses of all kinds.
Ray Schwetz talks with Brian Cohen, Founder For Strategies of Success, and Pete Scalzo, Race Track, Not Street.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with a seasoned business leader, Ann Middleman, Chairperson of Score Long Island, a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get MORE business empowerment and happiness training from John Lee Cronin, Chief Happiness Officer, and Mark Cronin, Co-Founder of John's Crazy Socks.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment and happiness training from John Lee Cronin, Chief Happiness Officer, and Mark Cronin, Co-Founder of John's Crazy Socks.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Chris Feehan, Development Assistant at Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from a passionate leader in the non-profit field, and a card-carrying member of the 501st Legion. That's right, we're talking Star Wars For Charity! Our guest is Chris Feehan, Commanding Officer of New York's Empire City Garrison.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill learn how to help businesses maximize their Human Resource Solutions for growth and success from Jason Velez of Insperity, an employee benefits/human resource company providing workforce solutions.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from a leader in the life and wellness field, Stephanie Marino, Founder and Owner of Marino Holistic Services, Inc., a Holistic Wellness Consulting Company, established in 2013, specializing in Holistic Health Coaching, Spiritual Life Coaching, and Mindfulness.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Erika Floreska, Director of Development at the Long Island Childrens Museum, located on Museum Row in Garden City. LICM is a learning space devoted to the busy work of play.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Frank Camarano, President of the Nassau Council Chambers of Commerce. The Council's mission is to address legislative issues that impact businesses in the community.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from a seasoned leader in the Employee Benefits field, Sharon Davis, Employee Benefits Counselor at SJ Edwards, Inc, a company that can help find the right services that meet financial goals through client services.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Adam Goldstein, Chief Business Officer of The Federal Home Loan Bank of New York.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Tawni Engle, Associate Executive Director of the Long Island Crisis Center and Pride for Youth, and Maria DeMauro, Community Mobilization Coordinator.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Aimee Keegan, Director of Development and Community Relations at ACLD, a not-for-profit agency on Long Island that proudly supports the needs of individuals with autism, learning and developmental disabilities and their families.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Eric Alexander, the Director of Vision Long Island, a regional smart growth planning organization.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Eugene Alletto, CEO of Bedgear - a performance bedding company headquartered in Nassau County, Long Island, with their patented products available everywhere in the USA and worldwide.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Dr. Maureen Dunne, founder of The Transition 2 Success Project, and CEO of Autism Community Ventures.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Tamika Harden, the CEO of Body By Tamika, a personal training company that helps to re-build clients from the inside out, promoting safe aesthetic procedures, all while creating body awareness and helping to build self-esteem.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Lonette Green, the franchise owner, and Leon Nurse, the Marketing Manager, of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in West Hempstead.
Ray Schwetz talks with Kyle Buchanan, author of BLOOD SWEAT AND CHROME – who gives a first-person account behind the scenes to piece together how the movie Mad Max: Fury Road, despite all of its roadblocks… finally made it to theaters.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from S. P. Brown, author of Gifts In Brown Paper Packages.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston Hill get business empowerment from someone known for helping people build links and drive traffic to their websites, Andy Cabasso, Co-Founder of Postaga.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Gary Charles, CEO and Founder of Advancement of Blacks in Sports (ABIS), the Voice for Racial Equity in sports.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment and fitness and nutrition advice from Tami Racaniello of Wellness Unicorn. Tami has a background in science and as an EMT, has fourteen professional credentials and certifications in the areas of fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness, and is a plant-based chef, author, and food industry consultant with experience consulting in the supplement industry.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Phil Andrews, a seasoned not-for-profit leader, founding President of the African-American Small Business Foundation, Board Member of the Long Island Association, an President of the African-American Chamber of Commerce.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Jim Rafferty, an entrepreneur, 3-decade radio announcer and Program Director, marketer, and author of "Leader By Accident."
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Frank Ferrantello, Owner of Ferrantello Land Surveying Group.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment once again from Alton Byrd, Vice President of Business Operations with The Long Island Nets. Alton is a franchise leader experienced in organizational management, business operations, and revenue growth.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Skye Ostreicher, the Fashionable Democrat. Skye is the Executive Producer and Host of POLITICS NY WITH SKYE, an unscripted talk show where she discusses topics with NY State government leaders in a candid way.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Renee Flagler, the Executive Director of the non-profit organization, Girls Inc. of Long Island, who responds to the changing needs of girls and their communities through the implementation of research-based programs and advocacy that empower girls to reach their full potential and to understand, value, and assert their rights.
Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Linda Marie Paul, Manager at the Crescent Beach Club, a beachfront destination venue in Bayville, Long Island.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Omid Zareh, a founding partner of Weinberg, Zareh, Malkin, Price, LLP.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Madeline Marquez, Senior Vice President and Chief External Affairs Officer at Ponce Bank.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Mike Pantano, the owner of Pantano's Gourmet, with locations in Uniondale, Hewlett, and "Pantano's Doz Bagels" in Garden City Park.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Phil Russertt, Artist Agent at Legendary Illustrations, founder of The Suffolk Comic and Art Expo, and creator of the Independent Comic Sensation Tragedy.
Ray Schwetz gets more business empowerment from his returning guest, Alan J. Schwartz, Esq., of The Law Offices of Alan J. Schwartz, PC.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Sarah Miller, Territory Manager at All Dry USA.
Ray Schwetz, Donyshia Boston-Hill and Michael Chung get business empowerment from Scott Brinton, Executive Editor at Herald Community Papers, along with Eric Feil, the Director of New Business Development at Richner Communications.
Donyshia Boston-Hill gets business empowerment from Steve Brown and Gina Keller from MyBKLife.com.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Steve Sussman, President of the curriculum division of Sussman Education, parent company of Lightswitch Learning, along with Jared Sams, author and illustrator of "Black and Blue."
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Dick Novik, former Senior Vice President of the New York State Broadcasters Association.
Ray Schwetz, Donyshia Boston-Hill and Michael Chung get business empowerment from David Sobel, the Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Association - Hudson Valley Chapter.
Donyshia Boston-Hill and Michael Chung get business empowerment from Ralph McDaniels, CEO & Founder of Video Music Box, created in 1983 and continues to air on NYC-TV on Saturdays at 12 Midnight.
Donyshia Boston-Hill and Mike Chung get business empowerment from Marlena Vaccaro, the Gallery Director at the Carter Burden Gallery. She previously owned and curated a Tribeca gallery while also operating a printmaking studio.
Donyshia Boston-Hill and Michael Chung get business empowerment - and updates - from Vera Moore, the CEO of Vera Moore Cosmetics. How has the business survived the pandemic?
Ray Schwetz, Donyshia Boston-Hill and Michael Chung get business empowerment from Sean Phillips, CEO of Genesis Signs & Graphics of Farmingdale, NY, a full service, minority-owned commercial sign company producing a complete range of sign solutions for a wide variety of client types and industries.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Miguel and Felicia Sancho of Six West Productions and A&E. Miguel is also the author of More Than You Can Handle A Rare Disease, A Family in Crisis, and the Cutting-Edge Medicine That Cured the Incurable.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from members of the Ascend Long Island Entrepreneurship Program: Terri Arnold-McKenzi, Program Manager of Ascend Long Island, Duane Johnson, President of Aukee Trading, and Lina Grammont, Chef and Owner of Caribbean Pearl. The mission of Ascend Long Island is to support the economic development of underserved Nassau County communities by helping diverse entrepreneurs win contracts from larger companies and provide them with essential training and mentoring using the "3 M" model developed by the national Ascend network: Management, Money, and Markets.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Candace Montgomery, Senior VP and General Manager of AtlanticLive at The Atlantic.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Elisa Padilla, C-Level Marketing Executive in Sports & Entertainment.
Donyshia Boston-Hill and Mike Chung get business empowerment from Justin T. Manning, CEO and Co-Founder of Medal Addict Inc., a company that celebrates athletic achievement on and off the race course.
Donyshia Boston-Hill and Mike Chung get business empowerment from culinary artist Gerard Brogdon, host of Foods and Dudes, and their Executive Producer, Tricia Messeroux of the TMEZZ Group.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Will "Brimstone" Kucmierowsky, the President & CEO of Hound Comics, Inc.
Ray Schwetz & Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment today from Paule Pachter, the CEO of Long Island Cares, the Harry Chapin Food Bank.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Siela A. Bynoe, Nassau County legislator for the 2nd Legislative District.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Katha Cato, the Executive Director and Board President of the Queens World Film Festival.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Yvonne “The Motivator” Mann, who is an author, motivational speaker, and life coach.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Pat Hurlock, Founder and President of Hurlock Marketing Enterprises.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Laurie Carey, CEO of Nebula Academy, and the Founder and Executive Director of “We Connect The Dots.”
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Andrea Correale, President of Elegant Affairs, a full-service off-premise catering company.
Ray Schwetz & Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Lisa Burch, VP and COO of the Family & Children's Association, a non-sectarian, not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to providing help and hope to Long Island’s most vulnerable children, families, seniors and communities.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Barbara J. Weber, a film composer and sound designer, who talks about the industry and her career successes and failures.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Tommy Dimisa, the Director of Strategic Alliances, PEO & HR Division, Vanguard Insurance Agency.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Crystal Khalil and Dr. Nicole Labeach, founders of Sister Diamonds LLC, the International Slumber Party and She Brilliance.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Nichole Heidis, a trusted tax advisor and business consultant with Rosedale and Drapalas, CPAs.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Dawn Kelly, co-owner of The Nourish Spot, a family-owned healthy food, smoothie and natural juice bar in Jamaica, Queens, NYC.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Fabiana Rezak, founder of Tennixise and Family Tennis League.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston Hill get business empowerment from Yvonne Murphy, the owner of Beacon Geriatric Consulting Agency and Beacon Eldercare.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Douglas Tuman, The Town of Hempstead Commissioner of Engineering.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Eileen Minogue, Executive Director of the non-profit organization, The Book Fairies.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Assemblywoman Taylor Darling, from New York District 18.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment fromSharone Bechor, CEO of Rock and Soul DJ Equipment and Records.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Lionel Chitty, Executive Director at the Nassau County Office of Minority Affairs.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Rafe Lieber, Executive Vice President of Northeast Title Services LLC.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Brendan Ivory from CardConnect, which provides credit card payment integration for software, small-and-medium-size business, enterprise business and everything in between.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and all-around good guy Charles Weinraub, A.K.A. "The Handsome Homebuyer" to find out what the real estate market is going to look like in a post-pandemic world.
Ray Schwetz & Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Brian Fried, Inventor, Consultant, Coach, Invention Licensing Agent, Author, Radio Host, Innovation Speaker and Serial Inventor. He is the author of "Inventing Secrets Revealed" and "You & Your Big Ideas”. Brian is the host of Got Invention Radio, and is the President of Long Island's Inventors and Entrepreneurs Club.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss how to find your business purpose and the essential keys to success with Fran Biderman-Gross, CEO and Founder at Advantages, & Author of How to Lead a Values-Bases Professional Service Firm.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill meet Olivia F. Scott, Founder and Principal Consultant of Omerge Alliances, an integrated marketing management consultancy.
Donyshia Boston-Hill (Keeper of the Brand) and Tricia Messeroux (Toddlewood) present a special LIVE "Lady Mogul COVID Entrepreneur Summit" with guests Yvonne McNair, the highly creative certified Entertainment Marketing Professional and Emmy Nominated Event Producer, and Dr. Nikki Bell DDS, Cosmetic Dentist and Esthetic Master Injector for Cosmetic & Laser Dental Studio, a.k.a. The Lip Doctor, with locations in Downtown Brooklyn and Freeport, Long Island.
Donyshia Boston-Hill (Keeper of the Brand) and Tricia Messeroux (Toddlewood) present a special LIVE "Lady Mogul COVID Entrepreneur Summit" with guests Karen J. Tenenbaum from Tenenbaum Law, P.C., providing legal counsel to individuals and businesses facing IRS and New York State tax problems, and Dr. Cecilia LaRoche who works in numerous fields of dentistry, including cosmetic dentistry, and all aspects of general dentistry to make a healthy and radiant smile.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill learn about business in this post-Covid19 World with Jillian Weston, founder of Jillian's Circus, an online marketing company that has grown over the past 6 plus years to include hundreds of businesses and individuals who work with Jillian’s marketing managers, content development specialists, and web design team to build their own success stories.
Donyshia Boston-Hill (Kepper of the Brand) and Tricia Messeroux (Toddlewood) present a special LIVE "Lady Mogul COVID Entrepreneur Summit" with guests Vera Moore (Vera Moore Cosmetics), Charlene Brown (Leganista), Dr. Michele Reed (Fit Doc) and Jamie Ralliford (Bold and Boss Boutique) to discuss how the coronavirus has affected them personally and their businesses professionally.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Tonia DeCosimo, President & Editor-In-Chief of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). Tonia is an entrepreneur, author, host and women’s empowerment advocate. Her career path, however, took her into the fields of marketing, advertising, publishing and sales consulting in which she has worked successfully for the past 25 years.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Lauren Marzo, Chief Development Officer at the Viscardi Center, a network of non-profit organizations that educate, employ and empower people with disabilities. Ms. Marzo oversees major/planned gifts, special events and corporate and foundation relations. Ms. Marzo holds a BA in Communications and an MBA in Marketing from Fordham University.
Donyshia Boston-Hill talks with Charlane Brown-Wyands, Esq., an attorney, college administrator and professor, consultant and retired police executive with over 26 years of experience in police operations and law. Currently a member of the faculty at Berkeley College, Charlane serves as an online instructor responsible for delivering engaging online instruction in the areas of law and criminal justice. Her private security experience includes security management positions with ESPN and the USTA.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Mark Cox, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island. Mark guides the agency’s vision and mission, leading nearly 100 employees including BBBSLI’s Mentoring Agency and the BBBSLI Donation Center. For over a decade, Mr. Cox has been an instrumental part of the agency’s leadership, first as Chief Development Officer followed by his current position of CEO.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Greta Guarton, Executive Director, and Yvonne Mann, Community Engagement Specialist, of the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless. Their mission is to end homelessness on Long Island – and we dig into the business side of non-profit organizations, too.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk about Hoskins LLP with co-manager Sharon Hoskins. With her husband, they two bring over 30 years of legal experience to the table. Marital Agreements, Child Support & Custody, Equitable Distribution, Divorce Mediation and more. Each is active in the family and matrimonial law communities, ensuring that clients get the most up to date and effective counsel.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Tracey Moore of “The Spirited Actor.” One of Tracey’s first jobs was casting a show at MTV, where she discovered Dave Chappell. She cast Jon Stewart’s first show “You Wrote It, You Watch It” and found Lisa Gay Hamilton and Donald Faison. She has become a renowned casting director for feature films and as Extra’s Casting Director. Her commercial credits include; Nike, Sprite, Coca-Cola, New York Times, Miller Lite, Pontiac, Taco Bell, Disney and PSA’s Under the Influence.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Kristin DeLuca of Bohler. Kristin began her career at Bohler Engineering over a decade ago, managing projects and overseeing all phases of construction and development.
Donyshia Boston-Hill learns about the business behind the Harlem Fine Arts Show with its founder, Dion Clark, and artist Kevin Williams. The Harlem Fine Arts Show celebrates the African Diaspora by bringing together contemporary artists with the growing class of collectors. The goal of facilitating this coming together is to showcase cultural ideas and raise awareness of this extraordinary body of work created by these international, national and local artists.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Dr. Corrinne Graham, President of Graham International Consulting. Dr. Graham is an award-winning consultant and owner of a NYS-certified minority and women-owned business enterprise, with two decades of experience helping train small businesses and helping them grow.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Lisa Von Frank, Director of Sales and Marketing at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury. She brings with her over 30 years of corporate marketing and planning experience.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Lynn Giugliano and Matthew Doughty of Fuller, Lowenberg and Co, CPA PC, about tips and tricks to running a business on Long Island.
Ray Schwetz learns the media business with Harrison Baron, Founder and CEO of Baron Media Group.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with John Nuzzi from J.G. Brands Christmas Tree Sales, Inc., a family owned business in operation since 1950. Specializing in wholesale and retail of the finest quality imported Christmas trees and wreaths to the Tri-State area. J.G. Brands provides Christmas products and services to garden centers, various fundraiser organizations, florists, and landscaping firms.
Donyshia Boston-Hill talks with Whitney Smith, Co-Founder of Go Get It!, and Dwayne Graham, CEO of Healthy “r” Us. Whitney’s work includes “Whit’s Notes: The College Cheat Sheet” and her co-authored book “Meeting the Authentic You”. Whitney is the founder of the Go Get It! Women’s Empowerment Conference in Westchester County. Dwayne created “Healthy "r" us to connect with everyone through a common need: clothing.
Donyshia Boston-Hill talks with Marsha Guerrier, a personal and professional development coach. She is the founder and CEO of Women on the Rise NY, Inc. Marsha is dedicated to the theory that coaching is both a life and a business tool. She has a passion for inspiring people, at all levels, to optimize their full potential while maintaining focus on goal setting and life balance.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Anne Dalgish Koestner, Jodi Landsfeld and Gabrille Pollack from the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Anne is the Director of Development and Alumni Affairs. Jodi is the Associate Dean for Student Affairs. Gabrielle Pollack is a first year student at the school.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Yesenia Vasquez, CEO of Laser Now, a cosmetic laser company. Yesenia was named mother of the year in the Town of Hempstead, Business Woman of the year by the Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and was one of the top 25 Advocates for the Education and Preservation of History to benefit Oyster Bay Historical Association. Yesenia was also recognize as a woman of "Success" by Long Island Latino Magazine.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston Hill talk with Cristobal Almonte, CEO of Evolution Event Rentals, which has grown from a small local company to a regional industry leader. Cris started it 9 years ago in his father’s garage with just one loveseat – and now they have furniture and fabricates for corporate, celebrity, wedding and social events across the country.
Ray Schwetz talks with Stuart Levenberg, Director Franchise Services at Kensington Company & Affiliates. Stu has been a Business Intermediary and Franchise Consultant with The Kensington Company since 2005. His personal experience as a franchise owner and years of transnational experience working with over 100 franchisers has given him the knowledge to help buyers and sellers build businesses, open them, and sell them. He's also a graduate of the University of Cincinnati, and he lives on LI with his wife and 2 daughters.
We talk business with Justin Haynes, the General Manager of Audi Lynbrook, who has held the position for the past 10 years through various ownership.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill introduce you to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and our guest, Sara Lipsky, their Executive Director and Jess Giordano, a Hodgkin’s Lymphoma survivor.
Donyshia Boston-Hill talks with International Speaker, Best Selling Author, Trainer, and Celebrity Guest Host, Dr. Stacie N.C. Grant, who has been described as “God’s Designer Original.” The strategic focus of Dr. Grant’s empowerment platform is executed through her Destiny Designers University®, This multi-media training and development platform provides entrepreneur success-training curriculum in the areas Life Skills, Personal Growth & Development, Leadership and Presentation Skills.
Ray & DB talk with MICHELLE STODDART, Director of PR and Community Development at Resorts World Casino New York City, about the casino business. At RW, she coordinates public relations and social media messaging, and she’s responsible for the implementation of community outreach and for charitable giving.
Donyshia Boston-Hill talks with Regina Fleming, CEO of Regina Fleming Photography, a photographic artist, photographer, former model and actress, a motivational speaker, and a marathon runner. Regina earned a B.S. from St. John’s University but it was after graduating from the Fashion Institute of Technology with honors that she opened Regina Fleming Photography specializing in weddings and women's portraiture.
Join Donyshia Boston-Hill in a business conversation with Jesse Jones, an American Chef, TV Personality and author of “Pow! My Life in 40 Feasts,” a cookbook memoir. Chef Jesse has worked for Aramark as well as restaurants including Dennis Foy’s Times Square, The Stage House Inn, and Heart and Soul Restaurant. He is chef to the stars and has victories at cooking competitions.
Join Ray Schwetz in a business conversation with Joe Zaso, an actor, producer, chef and cookbook author originally from Long Island. Joe has been focusing recently on cooking and his cookbooks written under his guise of CAFE HIMBO (based on the name of "Horror Himbo" which the press has branded him). He has appeared in several award-winning short films such as HOTEL BLEU with TOOTSIE's Julie Halston and onstage as Marc Anthony in the Off-Broadway comedy, Charles Busch's CLEOPATRA.
Join hosts Donyshia Boston-Hill and Ray Schwetz in a business conversation with Mitch Maiman, President of Intelligent Product Solutions. Mitch has more than 40 years of experience in successful product development. As President and co-founder of IPS, Mitch along with his partner, Paul Severino, have built a large, multi-functional product development team. Mitch previously spent his career in commercial, industrial, consumer and defense product manufacturing companies including NCR and United Technologies.
Join hosts Donyshia Boston-Hill and Ray Schwetz in a business conversation with Woody Lashen, co-owner of Pete’s Golf, a reputable custom gold club fitter based in Mineola, with a second fitting studio inside ‘Golf and Body’ in Manhattan. He is a native Long Islander, who graduated from NYIT on a golf scholarship before moving on to his own business, pursuing his passion for golf and becoming a pioneer in custom club fitting.
Join hosts Donyshia Boston-Hill in a discussion with Diana Bronnberg, Esq., and Nicole Henriquez, Esq., the founding partners of the all-female law firm, Bronnberg and Henriquez P.C. The firm represents clients in workers' compensation, Social Security Disability and injury claims. When the firm started in 2013, both Nicole and Diana had more than 16 years of experience working in disability for larger firms. At Bronnberg & Henriquez PC, they represent union workers, trade workers, construction workers, day laborers, home health aides, steamfitters, electricians and many others.
Join hosts Donyshia Boston-Hill and Ray Schwetz in their discussion with Dr. Michele Reed, “The Fit Doc.” Dr. Reed is a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician, public speaker and best-selling author. She serves as the owner/medical director of MS Family Medicine Health Care, P.C., a holistic practice that serves diverse communities through two office locations in New York.
Join hosts Donyshia Boston-Hill and Ray Schwetz in their discussion with Collette V. Smith, President & CEO Believe N You, Inc. Collette is the NFL's 1st African American Female Coach and NY Jets 1st Female Coach in Franchise History. Together, we discuss her journey to the NFL and disparities women in sports face and the empowerment of girls and women.
Join hosts Donyshia Boston-Hill and Ray Schwetz talk to the team behind “Once Upon A Superhero,” which is taking the festival circuit by storm! Guests include Producer Scott Weil, Director John Kline, and Composer Taras Tkachenko.
Join hosts Donyshia Boston-Hill and Ray Schwetz in their discussion with CP Nassau’s Executive Director Bob McGuire and Patricia Quinn about the state of the art treatments and care for individuals with disabilities at Cerebral Palsy Nassau.
Join Ray Schwetz as he talks with Zwanger Persiri COO Robert Day about advances in their field, as well as the importance of preventative care and the steps to take to keep ourselves healthier!
Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss Fashion, Music, and Entrepreneurship with JAMIE RALLIFORD – CEO BOLD AND BOSS – MS. CHU THE DEE JAY
Join hosts Donyshia Boston-Hill and Ray Schwetz as they dive deep into the pitfalls an triumphs of the Biergarten business with Garden Social of East Meadow’s own Bob Russo and Dave Boller!
Join the discussion with host Ray Schwetz and CPA Ken Cerini as they discuss the rewarding journey, recognizing the amazing accomplishments of Long Island nonprofits with the Long Island Imagine Awards
Join Donyshia Boston Hill and Ray Schwetz as they talk with attorney and ‘Life and Debt’ author Leslie Tayne, Esq. about managing debt and how to make it work for you!
Join Donyshia Boston Hill and Ray Schwetz as they speak with Adrienne Nicole, CEO of Adrienne Nicole Productions, about how brands produces persuasive, genuine video content to create a narrative!
Join Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill as they get a little tipsy (just kidding) learning about Rum Island Punch with its co-Founder and owner, Yolanda Sherie!
Join Ray Schwetz as he speaks with Donna Stefans, Elder Care and Guardianship law expert, as she shares her mission to help you plan for the best and for the worst, including her ‘Fab Four’ of planning!
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Robert Brown, CPA CGMA and past president of the National Conference of CPA Practitioners, about his life and journey through nearly 40 years of accounting experience!
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with an unparalleled expert in tax law, Matthew Rappaport, Vice Managing Partner of Falcon, Rappaport & Berkman PLLC. Learn about the new tax laws and how they apply to you!
Join Donyshia Boston-Hill as she speaks with Rebecca Lakhani, Executive Director of The Book Fairies. We discuss her organization’s mission to fight illiteracy, and the challenges this feisty group has met as a rising star non-profit on Long Island!
Get the nitty gritty on marketing strategies to increase sales as hosts Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston Hill talk with successful industry veteran Steven Wilson, CEO of Strategic Marketing Works.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Caroline Sorokoff, Associate Director of the Gold Coast Arts Center and the Gold Coast International Film Festival. We discuss her journey from the corporate world to the non-profit Center, changing lives and enriching the community along the way!
More information can be found at http://goldcoastfilmfestival.org.
Join Donyshia Boston-Hill as she speaks with Daniel Lloyd, CEO & Founder of the Minority Millennials. We discuss how millennials are changing the future of legislation and impacting public policy.
Pow! Zap! Blammo! Ray Schwetz talks about the comic art business with Lula Lukas of Love By Lula, acclaimed artist and entrepreneur. Hear how her work in the convention circuit, the non-profit sector, and beyond is not only thrilling fans, but also impacting the community.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Susan Samaroo, Executive Director of the Maurer Foundation, about the non-profit sector and her Foundation leading the charge to save lives through breast health education in partnership with schools and the medical community.
Learn how a Veteran Detective with NYPD fused Film and his Police experience. Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Frazier Prince, Producer of "CRACKDOWN BIG CITY BLUES.” During his tenure, he worked on Patrol, Narcotics, Intelligence Division, Dignitary Protection, Mayor David N. Dinkins’ Executive Protection Team, and Chief of Detectives.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Robert Day, Chief Operating Officer of Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology. Robert has been a Radiologic Technologist since 1979 and has been with Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology for the past 15 years as a staff MRI Technologist, moving on to their Chief Technical Officer and for the past 8 years as the Chief Operating Officer. He talks about the latest in radiology and how technology has helped Long Islanders stay healthy.
Get empowered with powerful pearls of wisdom from business-savvy pros! Donyshia Boston-Hill and guest co-host Natasha Nurse Broadcast Live from Lord and Taylor Manhasset for an amazing women empowerment hour with Adrienne Mercer-Garland, Collette Smith, Lora Glaviano, Karen Tenebaum, Vere Moore, Belinda DiGiamatista and Facunda Knight.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Joe Rubino about Theatre Out of Bounds. Local, professional, daring and fun plays you won’t see on Broadway!
Michael R. Breitman, CEO of Action COACH of Metro NY and the Berkshires talks with Ray Schwetz about his journey from architect, to building one of the largest men’s neckwear companies in the US, to bringing these experiences to businesses to help them attain and surpass their goals!
Hillary Needle, President of Hillary Needle Events Inc., discusses with Ray Schwetz how she helps businesses and non-profits gain recognition and revenue, as well as her unique ability to bridge those two worlds.
Ray Schwetz & Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Karen Tenenbaum, P.C., tax attorney, about taxes, steps for goal setting, financial literacy, and success!
Paul F. Oliveri, highly acclaimed attorney with Oliveri & Schwartz PC, discusses his success stories in winning some of the largest personal injury and medical malpractice cases with Ray Schwetz. More information can be found at https://oliveriandschwartz.com.
Host Ray Schwetz talks with Michael Haltman, President of Hallmark Abstract Service, about his tales of adventure in title insurance and real estate, as well as his valiant and heartfelt philanthropical efforts to help veterans away from a path of self-destruction.
Host Ray Schwetz dives into the business of pop culture, comics, wrestling and more with convention mainstays and popular “Grindhouse Radio” podcast personalities Brimstone and Kim Adragna.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk with Lauren Nichols, the President of 3G Warehouse Inc. She is an expert in supply chain, and she’s a strategist business executive who has proven results.
Ray Schwetz will enlighten and empower you with Derek K. Price’s journey - from owning his own business, New York Plumbing Wholesale & Supply, to spiritually enlightening entrepreneurs with the Long Island Entrepreneurship Conference, coming to the Long Island Marriott on September 29th with guest speaker Damon John from Shark Tank!
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get the nitty gritty on forensic accounting, AKA the CSIs of the financial world, from CPA Robin Cramer, of Cramer CPA, PC.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill gives you the skinny on publishing with Robin Devonish, AKA: The Self-Publishing Maven.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss business empowerment with Juan Vides, co-founder of TechACHS, as we discuss his journey from El Salvador to the US, his passion as an entrepreneur in IT, through to his candidacy for the NY state Assembly.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discusses the business & history of hip-hop with Legendary DJ Chuck Chillout.
Ray Schwetz has a conversation with Nassau County Bar Association President Steven Leventhal about their programs for attorneys and the public, to help them personally and professionally.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss Polo, "The Sport of Kings," with Bob Ceparano, CEO of Bethpage Polo at the Park, and Johnny “Juan” Redlich, a professional polo player.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss business of Donuts with Todd Jones, The Donutologist, CEO & Founder Sweet Dreams Mini Donuts and Cuzin’s Duzin.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss the art of the R.E.P and personal training with Mr. Natural - Jean Laguerre, certified master trainer.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss Radiology and client services that completely exceed expectations with Steven L. Mendlesohn, CEO, Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology.
Ray & DB broadcast live from the NCC campus for a special edition, before the Spring 2018 NCC Presidential Awards.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss Mentoring, Bullying and Overcoming Obstacles with Geo Derice, a motivational speaker, author and entrepreneur.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss Health Care and Benefits Options for Small Business owners with Lori Vavrinec - Director of Marketing, Fidelis Care New York.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill continue their discussion about the evolution of Hip Hop in New York with Andre "Doctor Dre" Brown, Hip Hip Pioneer.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss the evolution of Hip Hop in New York with Andre "Doctor Dre" Brown, Hip Hip Pioneer.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill celebrate Women’s “Herstory” Month through a discussion about the art of producing film festivals with Stephanie Rance, Co-Founder of Run & Shoot Filmworks, the Martha’s Vineyard Film Festival, and the Colors of Conversation Film Series.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss publishing, celebrating women's everyday accomplishments and life with Beverly Fortune, Chief Operating Officer of Syosset-based Morey Creative Studios. As a female media executive, Beverly believed that there were accomplished local women who were underserved in the media. She began advocating for them through her highly regarded column, Fortune 52, honoring extraordinary Long Island women.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss publishing, celebrating women's everyday accomplishments and life with Beverly Fortune, Chief Operating Officer of Syosset-based Morey Creative Studios. As a female media executive, Beverly believed that there were accomplished local women who were underserved in the media. She began advocating for them through her highly regarded column, Fortune 52, honoring extraordinary Long Island women.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss the art of Public Relations, Balancing Life & Relationships with Ingrid Dodd, CEO INGRID DODD PUBLIC RELATIONS AND THE CO-FOUNDER OF THE LONG BEACH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to survive and thrive with HOWARD MILLER, AN ATTORNEY WITH BOND, SCHOENECK & KING OF GARDEN CITY.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss being a business advocate and sustainable business empowerment with Thomas J. Grech, Executive Director, Queens Chamber of Commerce.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to survive and thrive with KENIA NUNEZ AUTHOR, SAVVY GEMS: A GIRL’S GUIDE TO CHOOSING HAPPINESS.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss the Fine Food and Wine Festival with Nevin Joseph, Co-Founder Coyote Events and the Fine Wine & Food Festival at NYCB Live, Home of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss speaking strategies for success with BRIAN COHEN, CHIEF TALENT AGENT AND PRINCIPAL, LONG ISLAND SPEAKERS BUREAU.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss technology within the Audio/Video, Surveillance, Wireless and Voice/Data Industries with Hugo E. Ameida Jr., President and CEO of Abitronix, LLC.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss the Perfume Industry and the business of FRAGRANCE with SUE PHILLIPS, PRESIDENT & CEO SCENTERPRISES LTD .
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss the Business and History of Music Videos with Ralph McDaniels, CEO and Founder of Video Music Box.
Donyshia Boston-Hill and Guest Co-Host Kevin Boston-Hill discuss the business side of Christmas with JOHN NUZZI, CO-OWNER, J.G. Brands Christmas Tree Sales, Inc.
Donyshia Boston-Hill and Ray Schwetz unlock the hidden power of connections with Valerie Lampe President and Owner of Elephant Networking, Inc.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talks the business of Weather and Meteorology with Pat Pagano, President of Metro Weather Service, Inc.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk the business of aviation with Mercedes Altman, Esq., President of the JFK Chamber of Commerce and the Law Office of Mercedes Altman.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss general practice, diverse needs, and producing results with Alan J. Schwartz of The Law Offices of Alan J. Schwartz, P.C.
Donyshia Boston-Hill and Guest Co-Host Kevin Boston-Hill discuss re-defining the restauranteur with Annette Runchie, Co-Founder of Pa-Nash Eurosol, a Mediterranean and Caribbean Fusion restaurant in Queens, NY.
Donyshia Boston-Hill and guest cohost Kevin Boston-Hill discuss the secrets of networking and the power of relationships with Adrian Miller, of Adrian Miller Networking.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk the business of literature with Claudia Coquin, founder of Long Island Litfest.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill sits down with Frank Garcia, President of The National Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to discuss economic development to create sustainable prosperity for the benefit of the American society.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill discuss the rebuilding homes on Long Island and the Poospatuck Nation after Hurricane Sandy with Walter Oden, Managing Partner of Oden Development.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk the Secret of Success and the golden book with Dale Carnegie’s Dan Ritchie.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk the business of aviation with Mercedes Altman, Esq., President of the JFK Chamber of Commerce and the Law Office of Mercedes Altman.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk about buying homes, regardless of condition or circumstance, with Charles Weinraub, the Handsome Homebuyer.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk about “From Campus to Cubicle” with author Leilani Brown, as she prepares recent graduates and young professionals for a successful career launch - and beyond.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk the business of music with Maestro, Louis Panacciulli, from Music Education to the Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk Long Island Tourism with Kristen Jarnagin, President and CEO of Discover Long Island.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill will talk about the Cosmetics Industry and Business Growth with Vera Moore, President & CEO of Vera Moore Cosmetics.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk about starting a Non-Profit Accounting business, and the Long Island Imagine Awards with Kenneth Cerini, Managing Partner for Cerini & Associates, LLP.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk public relations and crisis management with Katherine Heaviside, Founder & President of Epoch 5 Public Relations.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk publishing, media, digital, and events with Joshua Schneps, the CEO for Schneps Communications and the Publisher of Long Island Press.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk about tips for proven sales techniques with "Master Salesman" Jeff Goldberg, of Jeff Goldberg & Associates.
Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill talk about Nassau County Economic Development with Nicholas Terzulli, Esq., Director of Business Development for the Nassau County Industrial Development Agency.