Bite Sized Finance

Join me today as I sit down with Roger Dreyer, the esteemed attorney whose lineage and legal prowess form the spine of this riveting edition of Bite Size Finance. Discover the heroic tales of Roger's father—a nimble navigator and bombardier during World War II—whose experiences in the skies and struggles as a POW shaped the ethos that Roger carries into his own battles for justice. Our conversatio...

Join me as I talk with the owner of 10 million square feet of commercial property, Ethan Conrad. Listen intently as he takes us behind the scenes of his remarkable journey amassing a real estate empire valued at a staggering $1.6 billion. Hear how Ethan challenges the prevailing narrative about the decline of retail spaces, providing compelling evidence to the contrary. With vacancy rates lower th...

When Anne Rosenthal, the managing shareholder of Drobny Law, speaks about estate tax law, it's impossible not to get engrossed in the conversation. Her journey from the Midwest to Sacramento's estate planning elite is not just a story of geographic change but a testament to her dedication in helping families circumnavigate the looming complexities of wealth protection. This episode is an essential...

When Mike Pereira steps into a room—or onto a field—stories and wisdom seem to follow him like a shadow on a sunny day. In our latest episode, this Stockton native, who's traversed an incredible path from NFL official to Fox Sports commentator, doesn't just share his journey; he lets us in on the intimate pivots and touchdowns of a life dedicated to the love of the game. As he discusses the warm c...

When the entrepreneurial spark meets a commitment to education, you get Billy Downing's remarkable story. Join me, Kelly Brothers, in the conversation with Billy, the founder and CEO of ESM, as he takes us on a journey through his Sacramento upbringing and into the heart of his mission where "Every Student Matters". His unique blend of an immigrant's resilience and a businessman’s acumen shines th...

Join me, Kelly Brothers, on a fascinating journey through the life and adventures of Taro Arai, the Chief Dreaming Officer of Mikuni Sushi. Listen in as Taro recounts his unconventional path from Japan to Sacramento, painting a vivid picture of the cultural challenges and personal aspirations that propelled him to leave his homeland. His narrative is a testament to resilience and optimism, from fu...

As a kid, I remember my parents' stories about leaving Ireland with little more than hope for a better future, and the importance they placed on educating us, their children. That tenacity and foresight is the spirit behind today's conversation where we'll navigate the twists and turns of retirement planning, a journey that's become an individual responsibility in today's society. It's a path litt...

Restaurant entrepreneur "Chando" Madrigal knows first hand "not everything you touch turns to gold". The Pandemic was not as rough on his business as others as you'll hear him tell it and he has doubled down and actually opened up new locations as the opportunity has presented itself. A fascinating story playing out as we speak, the expansion of his restaurants into other states reinforces that Am...

Kelly's guest has an outstanding story of how identifying a niche in what could be a recession proof business led to "Reviver", the first mass produced and marketed digital license plate. We've all thought about what a great idea it would be and wondered why it hadn't been done before. You'll hear the tale of patience and fortitude it took to work with the bureaucracy to make it happen over years...

Kelly's guests are the daughters of Biba Caggiano, Paola and Carla. They candidly discuss the difficulty of keeping Biba's restaurant in downtown Sacramento open after she had passed. More importantly, are some of the stories shared and memories made at the iconic Sacramento eatery established by an immigrant woman with a passion for cooking. How she built the restaurant, the following, the novelt...

The ability to tell stories is one of the most admired skills. Stories engage and influence. They elicit emotion and therefore can be an incredible tool for business of all types. In this episode, your host, Kelly Brothers, has a fascinating conversation with Tom Rinaldi of Fox Sports. Tom is known as one of the best storytellers and likely the best storyteller in sports. Not only will he have you...

If you've been around Sacramento any length of time you've certainly experienced one of the many Paragary's restaurants in town. Iconic to be sure but with nearly 6 decades of entertainment and hospitality under his belt, Randy shows no sign of slowing down and, in fact, is just about to put the finishing touches on his crown jewel in the chain; Fort Sutter Hotel. Hear stories from the beginning o...

This very special edition is going to shed some light on the necessary moves you're going to want to make in the next couple of months, mostly year end, to best protect yourself from unwanted taxes in 2020. Laws have changed, the outlook for taxes is that they are likely rising and to best protect you, your family and your assets from unnecessary tax burdens or payments, this episode is a must lis...

Join your host, Kelly Brothers as he is accompanied by Doug Wagemann of Cochrane & Wagemann Funeral Directors to talk about the business of death. You’ll hear from a guest who has spent much of his lifetime helping families navigate the most difficult days of their lives – the loss of a family member. Learn also how funeral homes are currently operating during the pandemic, some peculiar tradition...

Join Kelly as he and Mark Drobny of Drobny Law Offices, as they discuss the necessary steps to take today, before the end of the year to ensure your tax and trust documents are where they need to be. You'll hear relevant stories and action items to consider in the event of a Biden victory as well as, a little history on how we got to our current estate tax process and the significance of updating...

Ghost Kitchens. Could they help save the restaurant scene in Sacramento? Join the conversation as your host Kelly Brothers speaks with Adam Pechal of Tiger Restaurant and Ghost Kitchen. Hear the impact the virus, the heat and the smoke are having on local restaurants and how some will fail, yet others find opportunity in crisis. If you believe restaurants are part of the community, you'll enjoy yo...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of BiSiFi, Bite Sized Finance. On this very first episode, join your host, Kelly Brothers as he speaks with Francine Vorhees, a Partner at Moss Adams and specialist in all things “leaving the State of California”. California has been home to many for decades, but several factors are driving Californians out of the golden state. Find out why, where folk are headed a...