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David Mizrahi is the founder of Salt Restaurant Group, the hospitality company behind five restaurants on the Jersey Shore in just five years - including the world-famous Salt Steakhouse. David’s story is anything but traditional. He dropped out of high school, made millions in real estate as a teenager, and then shifted into hospitality, where he’s now redefining what a kosher dining experience c...

René Rofé is the founder of René Rofé Lingerie, a global lingerie company whose can be found in retailers across the globe. In this episode, Rene shares his unlikely path from engineering and investment banking to “peddling panties,” how a napkin sketch landed him a Victoria’s Secret order, and the persistence that turned a discount-store hustle into a decades-long success story. __________ Check...

In this special episode of Momentum, I sit down with NYC Mayor Eric Adams. He opens up about his childhood: getting bullied as the "dumbest student," working the streets squeegeeing car windshields, and the 5-second moment that transformed his life. We also got into his fight for NYC: public safety, affordability, and his plan to take down Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa. __________...

Ray Tawil is the founder of PREPT by Ray T, a hospitality business based out of Brooklyn specializing in high-end catering, events, and food delivery. In this episode, Ray opens up about what it's really like to run a hospitality company–and it's not what you think. __________ SPONSORS: • Yazdi Entertainment, New York's premiere event production company. https://www.instagram.com/yazdi...

Haim Dabah is a serial entrepreneur who’s built and sold billion-dollar companies across fashion, venture capital, real estate, and healthcare. In this episode, we break down the rise and fall of his billion-dollar brand Gitano, how he pioneered designer collaborations with mass retailers, and the mindset that’s kept him building ever since. Help us build the Sephardic Mikveh of Gravesend: https:/...

June Aboksis was kicked out of school and told she’d be “nothing in life.” Then she went on to build Junee, the largest modest-wear clothing brand in the world, with stores across NY, NJ, and Israel. In this episode, June opens up about how she turned rejection and hustle into a global empire. Discover how The Hedaya Capital Group's factoring services can help power your business's financi...

Jack Aini is the founder of Aini & Associates, a thriving law firm in New York. He served as President of SBH (Sephardic Biker Holim) and is currently President of his shul, SLC (Sephardic Lebanese Congregation). Help us build the Sephardic Mikveh of Gravesend: https://raisethon.com/gravesend Partner with Kosher Media, the premiere advertising network for Jewish communities worldwide: https://...

In this special episode, Marshall Mizrahi (my 3rd-ever guest) interviews me (Victor Braca, aka your host) about my journey starting and growing Momentum. I open up about how my “cute side project” changed my life, how I went from idea to execution in just 5 days, and some of the funniest stories from my time hosting Momentum. Plus, Marshall puts me on the spot with a challenge to match memorable q...

Avi Akiva has closed over 3,500 commercial real estate leases and transacted hundreds of millions of dollars worth of real estate. All before turning 30! Avi is Partner and Executive VP at TriState Commercial Realty, where he leads the sales team, which he helped grow to over 60 agents. Explore smarter insurance solutions for your real estate portfolio:  https://www.elicohenagency.com Atomic Habit...

Jack Ezon built 2 of the world’s largest luxury travel companies. Most recently, he founded Embark Beyond, a $250M+ business with over 300+ employees that plans unbelievable getaways around the world. In this episode, Jack opens up about quitting big-law to chase his passion, renting out private islands for $40 MILLION parties, and how he launched a travel business just 6 months before COVID. Brou...

Simon and Morris Faks are 2 of the top DJs in New York. They’ve performed for thousands of people, worked with celebrities like Marshmello and Alesso, and played sets all over the world—from France to Morocco to Italy. Pitch your business idea today:  https://pitch-place.com Follow Simon and Morris on Instagram: https://instagram.com/faksproductions https://instagram.com/djsimonfaks Check out Yaak...

Erwin Dweck is a partner at Milbank LLP, where he leads the firm’s real estate practice and serves on the Global Executive Committee—a select group of just seven partners entrusted with shaping the firm’s strategy and steering its global operations alongside their legal work. His work reflects not only the practice of law, but the business workings behind a firm with over $2 BILLION in revenue and...

Abie Rosow is the founder of Rosow Elite Performance, a basketball training company which runs clinics in multiple cities and works with thousands of kids every year. In this episode, he opens up about the struggles of scaling a company that delivers individualized service, what he's learned from his time in business, and the #1 thing you need to succeed. Discover how The Hedaya Capital Group’...

Melanie Kishk runs Century 21’s top-grossing team in New York. With 20 agents and over $1 billion in volume, Melanie shares her incredible story. Discover how The Hedaya Capital Group’s factoring can help power your business’s financials: ⁠https://hedayacapital.com⁠ Check out Melanie on the web: ⁠https://www.mkrealtyny.com⁠ Never Split the Difference: ⁠https://amzn.to/3GQNd0Y⁠ How to Win Friends a...

Adina Eden Mizrahi was 18 when she took $100 and sold her first piece of jewelry. 11 years later, Adina Eden is a multi-million dollar brand, sold in every major department store and worn by millions of people around the world. Pitch your business idea today: https://pitch-place.com Ride of a Lifetime by Bog Iger: https://a.co/d/gVIkx9g Finding Me by Viola Davis: https://a.co/d/dVer28c Tuesdays wi...

Ness Mugrabi became the youngest certified NFL agent in history, negotiating $100M+ contracts for top players like Demarcus Lawrence — all by the age of 22. __ Preserve your loved one's story forever with a timeless film:  lifevaultfilms.com 🎙️ Check out Sol Betesh on Momentum __ (00:00) Coming up… (00:14) Who is Ness Mugrabi? (03:31) Getting into the sports agency business (06:40) Developing a re...

Gina Abadi, Esq. went from nearly failing out of elementary and high school to running a political campaign in Brooklyn, aiming to earn the votes of 500,000 people. After winning the race, she became a Justice in the Supreme Court of Kings County. In this episode, we discuss: How Gina went from being "the worst student the schools have ever seen" to a prestigious judge What it's like to run a poli...

Gitta Kaplan, Esq. serves on the Ocean Township, NJ Council, acts as General Counsel at leading apparel company Mamiye Brothers, and juggles it all while raising 3 children. Pitch your business idea today: https://pitch-place.com 🎙️ Momentum brings you the stories, advice, and wisdom of business visionaries—designed to inspire and guide you on your path to success. Be sure to subscribe here and on...

Get the free 1-page cheat-sheet In the first Momentum Masterclass, Caroll Dweck Sutton breaks down the top 10 negotiation tips that could help you earn thousands more — from landing a higher starting salary to asking for a raise with confidence. Caroll Dweck Sutton is the Executive Director at PROPEL Network, an amazing organization empowering women in every step of their careers. (0:00) Intro (3:...

Dr. Eli Halabi is an Orthodontist who owns and operates 2 private practices. At age 14 years old, he emigrated from Syria to the United States, speaking not a single word of English. After many struggles and against all odds, he went on to graduate high school with honors and earn admittance to some of the top medical and dental programs in the country. In this episode, we discuss : The journey of...

Charles Chakkalo is the founding partner of Joey’z Shopping , a brand delivering premium housewares at affordable prices. He also creates and shares content through his website  Chakkalo.com , with the goal of creating "Marketplace of Ideas." From his early entrepreneurial ventures selling soda in school to navigating the complexities of e-commerce, Charles embodies the spirit of a true hustler. W...

At just 26 years old, Abraham Sarway is consistently named the #1 real estate agent at Douglas Elliman—for both sales and rentals. Abraham’s team, The Sarway Team at Douglas Elliman, transacts hundreds of millions of dollars worth of real estate every year. In this episode, we dive into Abie’s journey from an 18-year-old cold-caller to leading one of the top-ranked rental teams in the industry. He...

Joey Jerome is co-founder of JEMB Realty , a powerhouse in real estate with a diverse portfolio spanning the U.S. and Canada. With over 40 years in the industry, Joey shares how he built a thriving real estate business, the lessons he learned from early struggles, and why reputation is everything in business. We dive into his humble beginnings—starting out in his family’s deli and running a DJ bus...

Joey Shamie is the Co-President of  Delta Children , one of the world’s leading children’s furniture brands. What started as a small Brooklyn shop has grown into a global, family-owned company, supplying major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Amazon with best-in-class cribs, strollers, and children’s furniture. Delta’s story is one of resilience—when a massive industry recall threatened to dest...

Sol Betesh is Co-Founder and CEO at ⁠Fallen Media⁠, a company creating the hottest short-form content for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. In 2024, Fallen's content amassed nearly 1 billion views across all platforms.  With a track record of producing viral hit shows, they’ve attracted a client list that includes Fortune 500 companies like Apple, Amazon, Warner Bros, Nike, Shopif...