Entrepreneurship At Rowan: Recent Episodes
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Rowan University’s School of Innovation and Entrepreneurship presents a special look at the unique stories of entrepreneurs, who discuss what it takes to create businesses, challenges faced, keys to success, and more.
The final episode of Season 5 has arrived. Matt Groark, a Rowan University alum and founder of Groark Boys' BBQ, which was featured on Gordon Ramsay’s “Next Level Chef”, is the final guest for host Madison Miller. Groark splits time between his culinary efforts at home with his teaching efforts at Washington Township High School. Groark describes how he balances work, family, and a rapidly growing social media profile through his love of food.
Patrick Ahearn, a Rowan University professor of puppetry and professional puppeteer joins Madison Miller. Ahearn explains how he got started in one of the world's most unique professions and how he goes about teaching it to students. Plus, Ahearn describes what it takes to become a professional puppeteer.
Rowan University alum Julian Doreto is the latest guest on Entrepreneurship At Rowan with host Madison Miller. Doreto is the founder of Shears Hair Studio in Bridgeton, NJ. His military background and road to working with hair are detailed in this exciting new episode.
Host Madison Miller is joined by Steven Feinberg, a Rowan University professor in the music business department who also oversees Rowan Music Group, Rowan’s student run record label. Feinberg explains the keys to his success in the music industry including managing Good Charlotte. Also, he describes what it's like working with celebrities and what he has learned from a life in music.
Vince Scian and Eddie Silver of 15m Media join host Madison Miller. Scian, owner and CEO; and Silver, Director of Operations, at 15m Media, discuss the importance of having a good team and working with friends. The duo talk about 15m Media, a company that assists businesses with their marketing through digital media and storytelling. Also, they describe ways to succeed in a competitive field.
Host Madison Miller is joined by Erin Constantine, otherwise known as DJ Const. Constantine provides details on how she found her groove in the music industry, the importance of social media to her expansion, and ways to provide the right sound for events.
Host Madison Miller welcomes Colleen Kendrick, CEO of Nonprofit Partners, to the show. She explores her career path and offers words of wisdom to students. Besides her work with Nonprofit Partners, Kendrick devotes time to creative ventures - hosting the Mom Shuffle Podcast. Also, Kendrick shares her experiences as an adjunct instructor at Rowan University.
It's a new season of the Entrepreneurship At Rowan Podcast. Episode 1 features host Madison Miller and Rowan alum, Michael Jasorka, founder of Bombshell Comics. Jasorka discusses the importance of advertising to comics; how his passion of comics led to a successful career; self-publishing; and more.
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Stephen Harbaugh brings his infectious energy to Entrepreneurship At Rowan with host Aidan Tahmazian. Harbaugh discusses the role of family and how he emphasizes that on the job. Elsewhere, he offers advice to students on how to succeed including the importance of overcoming fear.
Host Aiden Tahmazian interviews Christopher Greco, President of Brands and Marketing at Ginsy Home Solutions. Greco, who is a part of the Rowan Entrepreneurship Advisory Council, talks about his goals and how traveling the world helped his understanding of manufacturing. Also, he provides an important life lesson to students and talks about being a part of the Rowan Entrepreneurship Advisory Council.
Michael Parlante is a versatile entrepreneur. He dabbles in real estate and orthodontics. A new episode of Entrepreneurship At Rowan catches up with Parlante, who talks about his path through college and what he learned after graduating from college. Also, he explains the process of failing in business and why it isn't necessarily a bad thing.
Host Aiden Tahmazian is joined by guest Amber Deimler, Vice President of Sales at Demountable Concepts in Glassboro, New Jersey. Deimler discusses her educational background, the importance of sales, mentoring students, and what Demountable Concepts is all about. Plus, she explains the importance of relationship building and how it is relatable to sales.
The second episode of Entrepreneurship At Rowan focuses on Isabelle Kent, the CEO of Philly Startup Leaders. She joins host Aiden Tahmazian to discuss her career and what it's like to be a part of the Philly Titan 100. Kent lays out what it takes to be a good entrepreneur and much more.
Diane Mussio is the first guest on the Season 4 premiere of Entrepreneurship At Rowan, hosted by Rowan University student Aiden Tahmazian. Currently, Mussio is a marketing Senior Director for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. She details her career path including working at a variety of different companies like Wawa and Campbell Soup Company and what students can learn from it. Also, she offers advice and wisdom to students on how to best utilize their strengths.
What do you get when you combine business and the art of Parkour? The final Season 3 episode finds Phil Pirollo of PKfit informing host Ashley Kulikowski about how Parkour led to the creation of his business venture. Pirollo describes his experience with being on American Ninja Warrior and how that relates to the business field.
Dr. Matthew Edson, the founding Dean of the Rowan University School of Veterinary Medicine, is the new guest on Entrepreneurship At Rowan. Dr. Edson took a long route to land at Rowan University and describes his journey. He talks about how he managed to combine his love of business and medicine along the way. Meanwhile, he covers how he became the founding Dean of the Rowan University School of Veterinary Medicine and more pertaining to the university's new rising program.
Rowan University graduate student Bob Patterson joins the show to talk all things regarding his company High Plasma LLC, which sells devices to help sterilize cannabis. Patterson explains what his company is all about and how his team plays a critical role. Elsewhere, Patterson discusses the importance of talking to other entrepreneurs as he developed ideas for his company.
How does someone corner the market on luxury picnics? Grace Koller, the founder of Beach Picnic Co., tells you about it on a new episode of Entrepreneurship At Rowan with host Ashley Kulikowski. Koller covers how COVID led to the company's creation. Also, she explains the company's target market and what she strives to provide her market.
Alison Lusardi runs a business that serves delicious treats to Pitman, New Jersey and the surrounding area - Chloe's Creme Puffs. Lusardi stops by the podcast to break down how her company got started and how it has expanded its menu past creme puffs. She explains why having a good support system is a key to success and how her Rowan experience shaped who she is today.
Clearview Washing LLC President and co-founder Fred Hodge is the latest guest on Entrepreneurship At Rowan with host Ashley Kulikowski. Hodge, a Rowan University Class of 2006 graduate, analyzes his road to creating Clearview Washing and how his time in Glassboro impacted him. Plus, Hodge explains what services his company provides and how his team plays a vital role in the company's success.
How did Chris Franzwa & Tony Samaritano end up on America's Got Talent? Find out on a new episode of Entrepreneurship At Rowan with host Ashley Kulikowski. The duo talk about their company Verge Aero, which specializes in developing drone shows. Also, they share their to success and why having people disagree with you can actually be a good thing.
Madison Mahon turned a hobby into a business. The newest episode of Entrepreneurship At Rowan finds Mahon sharing her journey to becoming owner and founder of East Coast Jewels. She talks about her time at Rowan University and how that helped prepare her to run a business.
Season 3 of Entrepreneurship At Rowan begins with Nicholas Nastasi of 4U Medical Designs. Nastasi joins host Ashley Kulikowski his student-founded company and its rise. He details the company's history, his role, what it was like to pitch his company to global business leaders, and more.
Season 2 of Entrepreneurship At Rowan concludes with guest Jonathan Hakakian of SoundBoard Venture Fund. The fund, which was launched 10 years ago, aimed to help early stage entrepreneurs. Hakakian recounts SoundBoard's history and why they looked at New York for startups - and why they have expanded their reach in other areas.
Townsquare Media Executive Vice President Michael Josephs highlighted some of the positives with starting a venture fund and why its important to invest in entrepreneurship. Joseph outlined Townsquare Media's business model and how they serve their audience and local businesses.
Host Joe Sokolowski is joined by Benjamin Novak of Delaware Crossing Investor Group. Novak explained what kind of things DCIG invests in and where they specifically focus their investments. Differences between an angel group and angel fund are among the other topics uncovered.
Jo Ann Corkran, co-CEO and managing partner of Golden Seeds Venture Fund, covered why gender diversity is important to business success and corporate culture. Corkran also talked about future plans related to Golden Seeds Venture Fund and more.
Mark Trabbold, the senior vice president of Ben Franklin Technology Partners, is the latest guest on Entrepreneurship at Rowan. Along with host Joe Sokolowski, they chat about why tech companies are frequent investment choices and what type of investments Ben Franklin Technology Partners make.
Broad Street Angels founder and chair Bob Ciaruffoli joins the program to discuss BSA and the importance of developing angel investors. He talked about the type of investments that BSA typically takes on. Also, Ciaruffoli described the intricate screening process involved when determining whether to invest in something.
Season 2 of Entrepreneurship At Rowan begins with Rowan University student and Joe Sokolowski interviewing Ernie Holtzheimer of Rowan Innovation Venture Fund. Holtzheimer details the history of RIVF and why it has been an important initiative at Rowan University. Holtzheimer, a Rowan University, alumnus, explained what kind of investments RIVF is trying to make, the importance of intellectual property, and more.
Rowan University alumni Mike Lombardo and Kayvon Jahanbakhsh join host Antonia Nuzzolo in the Season 1 finale of Entrepreneurship At Rowan. The duo break down Halfday Tonics and describe the successes and challenges of running a beverage company. Plus, they describe the personal struggles that indirectly led to the creation of Halfday Tonics.
Rowan University alumnus Jeff DeVito visited the podcast to talk about his business - DeVito Lawn Care. He explained how he got started in lawn care and how it led to his own business. Also, DeVito spoke with host Antonia Nuzzolo about how he developed his entrepreneurial spirit during his childhood and how business classes at Rowan University impacted him.
BIODOME founder Jerah Siegal stopped by to explain what his company is all about. Siegal explained the company's purpose and why it is important to help fight the battle against hunger and food deserts. Plus, he discusses how greenhouses impact BIODOME, getting involved in competitions, and his future plans for the organization.
Brandon Graham, the co-founder and CEO of Arke Aeronautics, joins host Antonia Nuzzolo. Graham describes the main mission of Arke Aeronautics and how first responders play a pivotal role in the organization. Also, he talks about why the organization was created, the importance of participating in competitions, and challenges faced by Arke Aeronautics.
Host and Rowan University alumna Antonia Nuzzolo '18 speaks with Tanvi Koduru '22 in the first episode of Entrepreneurship At Rowan. Koduru, who is the CEO of 3D Confectionery, details how she got started in 3D food printing, how she got her first clients, and her company's biggest challenges to date.