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On this Episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with special guest Town of Babylon Historian Mary Cascone. The pair take "a Talk Back in Time" as they discuss the different waves of migration to the Town of Babylon. Town of Babylon Historian's Website History of our villages, hamlets, and communities web page Subscribe to the Economically Speaking Newslett...

On this episode of Economically Speaking Town of Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Town of Babylon Councilman DuWayne Gregory, The pair discusses the Town's upcoming Soldier Ride for veterans which aims to raise awareness of the countless warriors who have served our country and are in need, as well as to raise money to support these brave men and women. To contribute: Checks may be made pa...

On this episode of Economically Speaking Town of Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Liz Mirarchi, Executive Director of the Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts ("BACCA"). The pair discusses BACCA's upcoming "Cafe Art Tour" aimed at promoting local artists and local businesses. The tour will span 6 local cafes across the Town of Babylon, and feature artwork from local artists. BACCA's Websit...

On this Episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA Special Projects Manager David Batkiewicz sits down with Dylan Perlman owner/ operator of the Argyle Theater in Babylon Village. The duo discusses an upcoming Comedy Show for Veterans hosted by the theater this weekend. The Argyle Theater's Box Office Phone Number: (631) 230-3500 The Argyle Theater's Website Email for Veterans: boxo...

On this episode of the Economically Speaking Podcast, Town of Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with two professional business coaches: LJ Finney & Helen Junda. The trio talk about the benefits that business coaches offer business owners. More information Helen's Phone #: (516) 220-0758 Helen's Email: helenjunda@gmail.com Helen's Email: lj@in-18.com Subscribe to the Economically Speaking New...

On this episode of Economically Speaking Town of Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan talks about the Town of Babylon and the IDAs fundraising efforts in support of Ukrainian refugees. IDA Contact Email: Info@babylonida.org IDA Phone Number: (631) 587-3679 Economically Speaking Newsletter IDA's Linkedin IDA's Facebook

On this episode of the Economically Speaking Podcast, Town of Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with former Town of Babylon IDA CEO and current Agency counsel Matthew McDonoungh . The duo talk "IDA 101" in a new segment that aims to inform the listening audience on the IDA's role in the community. Matt's Website Subscribe to the Economically Speaking Newsletter IDA's Linkedin IDA's Facebook

On this episode of Economically Speaking Town of Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with David Batkiewicz Special Projects Manager for the Town of Babylon IDA. The pair review the IDA's accomplishments throughout 2021, and discuss the future of the Economically Speaking Podcast. David's Linkedin Economically Speaking Newsletter IDA's Linkedin IDA's Facebook

On this episode of Economically Speaking Town of Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Liz Mirarchi, Executive Director of the Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts ("BACCA"). The pair discuss BACCA's new business education for artists program. BACCA's Website BACCA's Instagram Marie Saint-Cyr's Website Economically Speaking Newsletter IDA's Linkedin IDA's Facebook

On this episode of the Economically Speaking Podcast. IDA CEO Tom Dolan interviews Agency counsel Matthew McDonough. The pair discuss the newly enacted Hero Act which is set to take effect November 1, 2021. DOL Hero Act Webpage Hero Act Contact Email: Airborne. Infectious. Diseases@labor.ny.gov Subscribe to the Economically Speaking Newsletter IDA's Linkedin IDA's Facebook The information provided...

On this episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Gwen O'Shea President and CEO of the Community Development Corporation of Long Island (CDCLI). The pair discuss the impact the COVID19 pandemic has had on the long island housing industry, as well as the resources available to landlords and tenants recovering from the pandemic. CDCLI's Website Gwen's Ema...

On this episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Falischa Moss co-founder of Black Long Island, and the annual Ujamaa Festival. The pair discuss the upcoming Ujamaa Festival which is set to take place Saturday, September 25, 2021. Black Long Island Website: https://www.blacklongisland.net/black-long-island-ujamaa-fest Newsletterer: https://babylonida.o...

On this episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Erica Chase, Director of the Farmingdale College Small Business Development Center("SBDC"). The pair discuss disaster planning for businesses, and how business owners can stay ahead of the delta variant. Farmingdale SBDC Email: sbdc@farmingdale.edu Farmingdale SBDC Website: https://www.farmingdale.edu/sm...

On this Episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with special guest Town of Babylon Historian Mary Cascone. The pair take "a Talk Back in Time" as they examine how the Town of Babylon was created one hundred and forty-eight years ago. Town of Babylon Historians Website: https://www.townofbabylon.com/93/History Subscribe to the Economically Speaking Newslett...

On this Episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with IDA staff members Viana Alves and David Batkiewicz. The trio discuss the initial goals of the podcast and ask the audience for their input as to what topics and guests they would like to see featured on the show. Audience Survey: https://forms.gle/ac4zwmjSeTdortZK8 The IDA's Phone Number: (631) 587-3679...

On this Episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Viscel Moore Town of Babylon Beautification Program, Director and Babylon Covid Recovery, Director. The pair touch base on the Town of Babylon's new Direct Support Program which offers eligible businesses and non-profits in the Town a grant of up to $49,500.00 for costs incurred due to the pandemic. Dire...

On this Episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Mark and Dylan Perlman, father and son co-owners of the Argyle Theatre in Babylon Village. Mark and Dylan discuss the challenges they have faced this past year owning a live entertainment theatre during a pandemic. The pair also touch base on the theatre's post-pandemic reopening and shows they have sced...

On this episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Erica Chase, Director of the Farmingdale College Small Business Development Center("SBDC"). The pair discuss the SBDC's role in the region as well as resources available to Businesses. Farmingdale SBDC Email: sbdc@farmingdale.edu Farmingdale SBDC Website: https://www.farmingdale.edu/small-business-develo...

On this episode of the Economically Speaking podcast, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Dr. Martin Cantor CPA, Director of the Long Island Center for Socio-Economic Policy. The pair discuss the impact of the COVID19 pandemic on employment levels in the country and the region in the first of many podcast segments called "By the Numbers". Martin's Website: https://martincantor.com/ Subscribe...

On this episode of the Economically Speaking, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Kevin Sihler and Bill Kiernan the owners of Sandcity Brewing Company. The trio discusses Sandcity's new location in Lindenhurst and some of the challenges Sandcity dealt with while expanding their businesses during the middle of the pandemic. Sandcity's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandcitybrewing/ Sandcit...

On this episode of Economically Speaking Town of Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Liz Mirarchi, Executive Director of the Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts ("BACCA"). The pair discuss some of the initiatives BACCA has launched to support artists in the Town of Babylon as well as the impact those programs have on the local economy. BACCA's Website: https://www.babylonarts.org/ BACCA's In...

On this episode of Economically Speaking Town of Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Tracey Edwards, Long Island Regional Director of the NAACP, and Dan Lloyd, President of Minority Millenials. The trio discusses the Babylon IDAs Economic Inclusion Program that was a part of the larger Babylon is Back initiative. IDA's Economic Inclusion Plan: https://babylonida.org/economic-inclusion-plan Mi...

On this episode of Economically Speaking Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Kyle Strober Executive Director of the Association for a Better Long Island. Tom and Kyle discuss the impact COVID 19 has had on the Long Island region and the resources available to businesses struggling during these difficult times. ABLI Website: https://www.nyabli.com/ ABLI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ForAB...

On this episode of the Economically Speaking Podcast, we introduce our listeners to the Podcast and its host Town of Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan. Tom interviews former Town of Babylon IDA CEO and current Agency counsel Matthew McDonoungh. The pair touch on many topics related to the IDAs role in the community and they review some of the goals the IDA has for this podcast in the long run. Matt's Webs...