Inside the Vault - Presented by Enterprise Bank

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of Inside the Vault as he welcomes Ava DeMarco, CEO of Little Earth Productions. Ava shares her entrepreneurial journey and the evolution of her unique business. In this episode, Ava discusses the origins of Little Earth, starting with her background in graphic design and her partnership with co-founder Rob. She highlights how the company began by creating pro...

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of Inside the Vault as he welcomes Catherine Montague, founder and principal of Montague Design. Catherine shares her journey from Paris to Pittsburgh and the evolution of her interior design firm. In this episode, Catherine discusses the critical role of interior design in commercial construction and renovation, emphasizing the importance of planning and asse...

Join Inside the Vault host Dave Miller as he talks with Dan Simkins and Doogie Levine from ATiiD. Dan and Doogie bring a wealth of experience in helping small businesses navigate the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI). In this episode, Dan, Doogie, and Dave explore the intersection of technology and human productivity, focusing on how small business owners can effectively integrate...

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of Inside the Vault as he welcomes Anne Flynn Schlicht, the director of the Center for Women's Entrepreneurship at Chatham University. With nearly 20 years of experience in supporting women entrepreneurs, Anne shares her journey from Ireland to the U.S. and her commitment to empowering women in business. Anne tells Dave about the vital resources and programs o...

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of "Inside the Vault" as he welcomes Laurie Barkman, founder of Business Transition Sherpa. Laurie brings over 30 years of experience in both startup and corporate environments, specializing in guiding business owners through growth and succession planning. In this episode, Laurie shares her insights on the critical importance of planning for business transiti...

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of "Inside the Vault" as he welcomes Vanessa Wallace Clunies from Tangible Property Tax Methods (TPTM). Vanessa brings a wealth of experience in accounting and real estate tax strategies to help businesses and real estate investors optimize their tax planning through effective cost segregation. In our discussion, we dive into the core principles of cost segreg...

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of "Inside the Vault" as he welcomes Juan Garrett, the Executive Director of the Riverside Center for Innovation (RCI). Juan shares his journey from accounting to leading RCI, an organization dedicated to empowering small and diverse businesses in the Pittsburgh area. The discussion highlights RCI's evolution from the Northside Industrial Development Company t...

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of "Inside the Vault" as he welcomes Rich Inman, President of Inman Medical Insurance Connections. Rich brings a wealth of experience from various industries, including finance and real estate, and is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of Medicare.   In this episode, Dave and Rich delve into the intricacies of Medicare, exploring its hi...

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of "Inside the Vault" as he welcomes Rashid Hassan, the owner of the newly opened Rashid Hassan Tennis Center in Monroeville. Rashid shares his remarkable journey from Zimbabwe, where he grew up in a tennis family, to becoming a successful coach and entrepreneur in Pittsburgh.    The discussion focuses on Rashid's extensive background in tennis, including his...

Join host Dave Miller on this "Inside the Vault" episode as he welcomes Justin Krane and Brent Blewitt of Green Apple Barter. Founded in 1991, Green Apple has become a vital resource for small businesses in Western Pennsylvania, operating a membership-based barter network that connects thousands of local companies.   Dave, Justin, and Brett discuss the mechanics of bartering within the Green Apple...

Join host Dave Miller on this "Inside the Vault" episode as he welcomes Doogie Levine from IAS Business Coaching & Consulting and Sarah Halperin DiPerna from ProcessWorks. They share their unique backgrounds and experiences in helping business owners enhance operational efficiencies and customer experiences. The discussion delves into the fundamental elements of business—people and processes—a...

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of "Inside the Vault" as he interviews Michelle Fontana, Managing Director at EY. Michelle shares her expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative potential for small businesses. Dave and Michelle discuss the rapid growth of AI adoption, highlighting a recent survey that showed an increase from 22% to 75% of respondents using AI in just one...

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of "Inside the Vault" as he interviews Brent Rondon the Senior Management Consultant for the Small Business Development Center (SBDC),. Brent shares his extensive experience in helping small businesses navigate the international marketplace, emphasizing the significant export opportunities. Dave and Brent discuss common misconceptions that deter businesses fro...

Join host Dave Miller on this episode of "Inside the Vault" as he interviews Brian Gaudio, co-founder of Module. Brian shares his entrepreneurship journey and how the Module Family of Companies has become builders and thought leaders in the modular industry. Dave and Brian discuss the misconceptions surrounding modular homes versus mobile homes, highlighting the importance of educating potential c...

Join us on this "Inside the Vault" episode as host Dave Miller talks with Brett Minarik from Lawrence Hall. Brett and his wife Phoebe recently opened a new food hall concept in the Lawrenceville area of Pittsburgh. The facility offers a unique dining experience with four co-located restaurants and a bar called Dear James. Brett shares insights into their backgrounds, experiences, and the journey o...

Join us on this episode of "Inside the Vault" as host Dave Miller and Chuck Leyh, President and CEO of Enterprise Bank, discuss the serious issue of fraud in today's world. Dave highlights the alarming statistics of check fraud incidents and losses in recent years, emphasizing the need for business owners to be vigilant. They delve into the evolution of check fraud techniques, such as check washin...

On this episode of "Inside the Vault," host Dave Miller had the pleasure of interviewing Josh Patt and Samantha Kozak, the sibling duo behind Lake Raystown Resort in Central Pennsylvania. Josh and Samantha shared their entrepreneurial journey, growing up in a business-oriented family, and eventually taking over the resort from their father. They discussed the history of Lake Raystown and the uniqu...

Join Dave Miller, the host of "Inside the Vault", as he sits down with Chuck Leyh, the President and CEO of Enterprise Bank, to discuss the SBA Funding Programs. In this episode, they delve into the different programs and even cover some of the options that are less utilized by lenders. Chuck and Dave discuss why they use the SBA funding programs and what Enterprise Bank does differently to benefi...

Join “Inside the Vault” host Dave Miller as he chats with John Bongiovanni, President of Bon Tool Company. John walks us through three generations of Bon Tool and the history behind the company. They discuss the unexpected events and situations faced by the company, including a devastating cyber attack that tested their perseverance. Check out how they remedied these obstacles and see what is in s...

Join us as “Inside the Vault” host Dave Miller sits down with Alex Bernstein of ASCEND Climbing. Alex tells us how ASCEND started with just a few passionate climbers and how it has grown to be the region’s premiere climbing business. Dave and Alex discuss how their success has led to multiple locations and a variety of offerings at each location. Hear Alex’s advice for other entrepreneurs and what...

Join “Inside the Vault” host Dave Miller as he sits down with Patrick Murray and Kenn Deemer of Local Roots Landscaping. Dave learns how Local Roots grew from operating out of a back of a car to the multimillion-dollar business that it is today. Patrick and Kenn tell us what it takes to not only succeed, but to strategically grow a business. They stress the importance of having a business coach to...

Join the conversation with “Inside the Vault” host, Dave Miller, and Jim McGovern of McGovern Wealth Group. As a small business owner, planning for your future and retirement can pose unique challenges. Jim and Dave talk about the different situations and considerations that you should take when making financial decisions. Starting early and ensuring that you have the right plan for your specific...

On this episode of “Inside the Vault” we celebrate 25 Years of Enterprise Bank! Join Dave as talks to Relationship Managers Jodi Zelenske, Randy Davidson, and Travis Gonzalez about fun memories, their day-to-day, and what the future holds. Dave also dives into the founding of the bank and how it has developed over the last 25 years with President & CEO, Chuck Leyh and Executive Vice President...

Join “Inside the Vault” host Dave Miller as he sits down with Rebecca MacBlane and Nathan Nyland of Regional Development Funding Corporation, RDFC provides funding on behalf of the SBA. Dave, Becky, and Nate discuss the programs and funding options that are available to small businesses. RDFC shares about several interesting projects and solutions they provided as SBA lending can be vital for a sm...

On this episode James Deighan, founder of Mega Cat Studios, joins “Inside the Vault” host Dave Miller to talk about being an entrepreneur within the video game industry. Hear James’ story, what current projects he has in the pipeline, and his wife’s journey into Fox Blossom.  Dave and James discuss the unique challenges the game industry brings and the familiar challenges that all business owners...