Beyond the Bottom Line

Christian Saunders didn’t sell out — he doubled down. In this episode, the founder of Christian Saunders Real Estate shares what it really looks like to build a brokerage with principles, prioritize people over profit, and lead with clarity in a chaotic market.   - You don’t grow from one agent to 75+ without making a few tough calls. But for Christian Saunders, the biggest one was also the most i...

Dr. Bill Prebola started as a kid from Harding, PA with blue-collar roots. Today, he leads a 160+ person medical practice built on purpose, relationships, and a work ethic that doesn’t quit. In this candid and powerful episode, Bill opens up about growing a business that doesn’t depend on him, why partnership is everything, and how to lead with intention (and humor) as you transition out of the gr...

What if you could retrain your brain and body to regulate themselves—without medication, endless appointments, or side effects? Alyse Kerr, founder of Integrative Mind and Body Services and Integrative Counseling Services PC, shares her journey through long COVID, launching a groundbreaking nonprofit, and how she’s using “brain tech” to help others heal and thrive.  - This week on Beyond the Botto...

From dairy farm kid to nine-time national powerlifting champion and owner of Brown’s Gym, Jim Brown has built a legacy on discipline, purpose, and evolution. In this episode, he reveals how to reverse-engineer success, why consistency beats motivation every time, and what it means to keep pushing—even when most would quit.   - This week on Beyond the Bottom Line , Bob and Maria talk with Jim Brown...

This week on Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria talk with Jenny Hetro, Founder and Marketing Strategist at Jennifer Lee Hetro, LLC. What does it really take to run a values-driven business in a small town? Jenny Hetro tells all—from invisible labor and mom guilt to near-death wake-up calls and the hustle behind her "overnight" success. If you're craving truth, humor, and a reminde...

 This week on Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria talk with Joe Fasula, Co-Owner at Gerrity's The Fresh Grocer and Gerrity Ace Hardware.  In this episode, we explore:  How Joe kept a family business alive and thriving after a sudden loss  Why “treating employees like family” isn’t fluff. It’s a strategic advantage.  The painful (but profitable) decision to overhaul suppliers, tech, and opera...

This week on Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria talk with Dave Yeager, Founder & CEO at Showcase Daily. In this episode, we explore: - How Dave went from sleeping in a van to running music for global brands like Beats and Apple - Why integrity and personal values matter more than shortcuts in business - The real story behind Showcase Daily—and how it's empowering underdog artists around...

🎙️ Episode 006: Dr. Katie Pittelli on Building a Hands-On Workforce from the Ground Up   This week on Beyond the Bottom Line , Maria talks with Dr. Katie Pittelli, President & CEO at Johnson College.  In this episode, we explore:  How Johnson College is embedding students directly in industry from day one, starting with a new Hazleton campus built in the middle of an industrial park.  Why the...

🎙️ Episode 005: What Happens When You Blend Family and Business? Ask the Urbans. featuring Bob and Jenna Urban  This week on Beyond the Bottom Line, Maria and Bob talk with Bob and Jenna Urban, Founders of Lawn & Order Landscaping, LMJ Sheds, and Sport Hill Creamery.  In this episode, we explore:  Why quitting your job isn't always a reckless move—and how Jenna's leap from education to...

This week on Beyond the Bottom Line , Bob (or Maria) talks with Holly Pilcavage, business and leadership consultant and former CEO of Coal Creative.  In this episode, we explore:  Knowing when to walk away – Why Holly chose to leave a successful leadership role despite the accolades and momentum.  Leadership redefined – How she’s learning to lead with less hustle, more alignment, and space to thin...

🎙️ Episode 1: More Than Money: A Business Owner’s Candid Take on Identity, Self-Worth & Starting Over with Purpose      This week on Beyond the Bottom Line , Bob talks with Maria Conigliaro, Co-Host of the podcast and Certified Neuro Coach.    In this episode, we explore:  How Maria used mindset science to rewire limiting beliefs and reimagine her life  The power of getting honest about your o...

🎙️ Episode 2: Fired Up, Fearless, and Financing Success: Bob Brown’s Unfiltered Journey from Breakdown to Breakthrough  This week on Beyond the Bottom Line, Maria interviews her co-host and longtime friend Bob Brown, founder of Stone House Investment Management.    In this episode, we explore:  How Bob rebuilt his business from scratch after walking away from the traditional commission model  The...

🎙️ Episode 3: Viral, Vulnerable, and Visionary: Jonathan Stanley on Purpose, Leadership, and That Sweet 4-Year-Old at Barnes & Noble    This week on Beyond the Bottom Line , we welcome our first outside guest: Jonathan Stanley—author of Purposeful Performance and accidental TikTok sensation.    In this episode, we explore:  How a 4-year-old girl changed Jonathan’s life—and helped launch his bo...