Live From 495

In our 13th episode, we talk to Julianne Gonzalez the Practice Administrator for Greendale Physical Therapy. Julianne talks about opening Greendale PT's fourth location in Marlborough, MA. Julianne talks about how Greendale PT gets involved with the community by sponsoring road races or hosting webinars to educate the community. We talk to Julianne about the creative ways they had to help the...

In our 12th episode, we talk to Frank Collins from Trust Energy Solutions. Frank has always had a passion for renewable energy and truly loves to help businesses figure out ways to save money with their energy use and to reduce their carbon footprint. We also talk to Frank about looking for the silver linings within the pandemic, especially around the creative solutions businesses had to create to...

In our 11th episode, we talk to Steve Uliss from Firefly's BBQ in Marlbrough, MA. Steve talks about how he uses the restaurant's downtime to travel the country with his wife to discover new flavors and other ways to enhance the eating experience at Firefly's.  Steve also talks about his current challenges that not only affect him but also the restaurant industry as a whole. Steve ta...

In our 10th episode, we talk to Lyle Webster from Vivint Solar, a SunRun company. Lyle has been with Vivint for almost 6 years and he has loved every minute of it! Selling solar traditionally has been door to door but with the pandemic that wasn't really an option so Lyle had to get creative to keep moving forward. With the rising cost of utilities, Lyle and his solar solution is the way to g...

In our 9th podcast, we talk to Eric O'Brien, the same Eric that owns O'Brien Commercial Properties that we interviewed a few weeks ago. Eric is also the owner of 10X Self Storage. They currently have 3 locations with more on the way. Eric describes what it was like buying and gutting a commercial building during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. Eric prides himself on offering competi...

In our 8th episode, we talk to Dom Fabiano of Arturo's Ristorante in Westborough, MA. Dom discusses what it was like going through the pandemic and the need to get creative so they could remain open and keep the staff employed. Arturo's had to completely change how they do business from offering take-out to having outdoor dining. Dom has a passion for cooking and loves his community and...

In our 7th episode, we talk to Kelley Borer-Miller the Development Director from Crossroads School in Marlborough. Crossroads School is a private, non-profit day school that focuses on providing individualized, comprehensive education and related services to students with autism to enhance their quality of life and independent functioning. We talk to Kelley about how despite the COVID pandemic and...

In our 6th podcast, we talk to Adam Risman. He is a commercial risk advisor and licensed broker from Risman Insurance Agencies. Adam joined the family business last year right before the pandemic hit and has had to get creative to help both new and old clients. Adam focuses on being proactive with his clients to make sure they have the most appropriate coverage at the best price. Contact Informati...

In our 5th podcast, we talk to Eric O'Brien. The founder and president of O'Brien Commercial Properties. Eric shares some of his deep understanding of the real estate market in the 495 beltway. Eric discusses how even though the big players in Boston keeping trying to come into the area, they just don't know the area like the local real estate agents. We reminisce about getting work...

In our 4th episode, we talk to Andrew Borg, president of Borg Design, Inc. Borg Design was originally founded in 1945 by Andrew's grandfather, Karl A Borg, in his basement. We talk about the mystery pieces they build with their CNC equipment for the government, the personal impact Covid had on his family, and the need to stay open for his clients. Andrew also talks about finding the right emp...

In our third episode, we talk to Steve Messineo, the Chief Acquisition and Retention Officer at Citara Systems. Steve Messineo is a doctor of physical therapy and used to own his own physical therapy practice. Steve Messineo decided it was time for a transition and joined Citara Systems near the end of 2020. In this episode, we discuss how traffic is picking back up on the 495 beltway, being custo...

In our second episode, we talk to Matthew Allison, a Senior Consultant at S & G, specializing in CFO Services and Business Development. Matthew Allison’s focus with clients is identifying and executing strategic opportunities to strengthen profitability and increase the value of their businesses.  Prior to S&G, he spent over a decade in high technology manufacturing in positions as Busines...

In our very first episode we talk to Robert Schlacter, the CEO Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce. The Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce supports our diverse business membership by providing a forum, resources and opportunities for experiencing individual and collective growth. They offer relevant programming that educates and benefits our members and the local economic community. The...