CNY Business Journal Interviews

Join Vance Mariner as he interviews Matt Funicello, a real estate salesperson at JF Real Estate. Learn how this family-owned company navigates the changing trends in commercial real estate, adapts to technological advances, and manages intergenerational transitions. Find out more about their new projects and what the future holds for Syracuse's real estate market. Check out our last interview:...

Listen to the 2024 Mohawk Valley GEAR Emcee Liz Ellis, Promotions Director of KISS-FM, Bug Country & TALK FM chat with Tim Giarusso of Human Technologies, one of this year's honorees.

From waste glass to sustainable solutions, Cynthia Andela is shaping the future of glass recycling. Join Vance Marriner as he discusses the journey, challenges, and aspirations of Andela Products & Ruby Lake Glass, LLC. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of a family business passionate about environmental change. Check out our last interview: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Kirnan Real Estate | CNY Busine...

Join Vance Mariner of the Central New York Business Journal as he delves into the world of family-owned businesses in Central New York. In this episode, Sandy Kernin and Jason Jagen of Kernan Real Estate share their journey, discussing the evolution of the real estate market, the importance of local touch, and the future of housing in Syracuse. Subscribe for more insightful business stories from t...

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the staffing industry with Lynn Lumis of First Choice Staffing. From adapting to the changing labor environment to maintaining a personal touch in the age of technology, Lynn provides invaluable insights into running a successful family-owned business. Check out our last interview: ⁠ Cathy Cucharale | CNY Business Journal Interviews | Season 6: Ep. 2 Don’t forget to...

Discover the story of Cucciarelli Consulting Group, a company specializing in aiding small businesses in varied departments, as we focus on family-owned businesses in Central New York this season. Kathy Cucciarelli, the company's president, discusses the challenges and rewards of running a family business, the impact of technology, and the company's journey to growth. Check out our last in...

Ever wondered about the stories behind family-owned businesses in Central New York? Today, we sit down with Jay Murphy, the face behind Murphy & Nolan Inc., a metals distributor with a rich 70-year history. From its humble beginnings in 1953 to making a mark in the Aerospace industry, this episode has it all. Subscribe and stay tuned for more!

Marny Nesher interviews Diana Jaramillo, owner of Kin Studio

Marny Nesher speaks with Laura Thorne, owner of Laura Thorne Consulting.

Marny Nesher speaks with Tiffany Munford, owner of Punch & Die Metal Fabrication.

Marny Nesher speaks with Keonna Yearwood, owner of Keonna Yearwood Personal Chef.

Marny Nesher speaks with Bryony Grealish, founder of The Fingerless Kitchen, LLC.

Marny Nesher speaks with Meghan Florkowski, Director of the WISE Women's Business Center.

Max Cohen of Meyda Lighting sits down with Marny Nesher to discuss philanthropy, the Mohawk Valley region and why it's still a great place to live and have a business.

Cathy Thiaville explains how her family business, Metal Solutions, Inc. was able to pivot during COVID-19.

Marny Nesher speaks via Zoom with Theresa Cangemi, president and owner of Medicare Made Simple, LLC.

Marny Nesher speaks via Zoom with George Kilpatrick, President and CEO of Kilpatrick Media & Marketing. He discusses why he started his business and why you should start paying attention to the Black Lives Matter movement.

Marny Nesher speaks via Zoom with Peggy Dickman of Dickman Farms (multiple generations family business) about how they are overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lou explains how Usherwood was able to easily transition to remote work while continuing to assist their clients.

Marny Nesher chats via Zoom with Ryan Benz, of Redev CNY.

Marny Nesher speaks with Sandy Stefano, Owner/Partner of Sandler Training in Syracuse NY – AJS Training Services.

Dr. Norma Cooney, partner at MedSpa Solutions discusses why taking the COVID-19 antibody testing could be helpful to businesses as they reopen.

Marny Nesher interviews Dennis Sick, owner of Mohegan Manor via Zoom.

Marny Nesher speaks via Zoom with Randy Sabourin, owner of Metro Fitness.

Steve DiMeo, president of Mohawk Valley EDGE breaks down what's going on in the Mohawk Valley region.