Master Your Finances(Official 107.7 The Bronc Podcast)

Today, we're joined by Tamarra Causley Robinson, an executive coach and leadership development expert who helps professionals and organizations unlock their full potential with a background as a director of information technology at PWC, and extensive experience coaching leaders at all levels where she specializes in helping individuals find their voice, lead with confidence, and navigate chan...

Today, we're joined by Amar Hirani, a Venture Partner at 1435 Capital who helps high growth technology companies scale through disciplined operations and data driven decision making with a background leading large scale operations at Amazon and scaling multi market businesses. He provides insight on how Amazon worked to reduce water, energy, and trash efficiency, the changes that went along wi...

Today, we're joined by Matt Wizeman, a business owner, transition planning advisor, and leadership coach who helps entrepreneurs increase the value of their companies and prepare for successful exits. He provides insight on exit planning, including how he got into the business, tips for people planning to leave their business in the future, and how to start taking steps away from your business...

Today, we're joined by Curtis Lee, a seasoned finance and investment professional with deep experience in venture engagement and economic development and Senior Partner at 1435 Capital in Princeton, NJ. He provides insight on the world of hedge funds, how he broke into the industry, and what sparked his interest in alternate investments. Curtis shared what brought him to 1435 Capital and a loo...

Today's guest, Brad Smith, is a lifelong adventurer- married to his wife, Beth, since 1988, father of three adult children, and a competitive athlete who's spent decades on the tennis and squash courts and is now an active pickleball player and college squash official. He's been investing in real estate since age 19, owning hundreds of units over the years across cities like Hoboken, J...

Today, we're joined by David Demuth, a seasoned financial executive based in the greater New York area and the co-founder of CFO Consulting Partners, LLC. Since 2006, David has guided organizations across technology, real estate, manufacturing, healthcare, and insurance. He provides high-level CFO suite services with a strong focus on strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, and risk mana...

On this episode, Kurt Baker talks to Barbara Forshner, who has dedicated more than 20 years to the health care industry. She is driven by a personal passion for advocating for the dignity and well-being of seniors. Her journey began when she witnessed the lack of respect her grandfather received in a long-term care facility - an experience that inspired her to become his advocate and ultimately pu...

On this episode of Master Your Finances, Kurt Baker speaks to Anthony Pinto, who has over 30 years of experience in the automotive industry and has built Pinto Automotive Group into a trusted destination for car sales and services in Trenton and Mercer County, NJ. Starting from humble beginnings in detailing, he mastered every part of the business and is now known for his integrity, customer focus...

Deepika Chandola is the proud owner of Board and Brush South Brunswick, a DIY creative studio where community and creativity come together. With a background in hospitality and a passion for supporting local, she's dedicated to inspiring connection, confidence, and joy through hands-on workshops.

On this week's episode of Master Your Finances, Kurt Baker interviews Annette Murphy, the Director of Home Care and Care Management at Springpoint and a Fellow of the Academy of ACLA. With Over 30 years in health care, she is a licensed clinical social worker, certified dementia practitioner, and national leader in advancing compassionate, ethical care for older adults and their families.

Today on the show we're joined by Ben Jen; entrepreneur, investor, and the force behind Ben Jen Holdings, a venture capital and consulting firm that's backed some of the most innovative startups in tech, health, and finances. Ben is passionate about helping founders grow from early traction to scale, and he brings a wealth of experience, insight, and perspective on what it really takes to build th...

What does it take for high school students to break into the world of venture capital, and thrive? Today, we're joined by three standout Venture Analysts from 1435 Capital who are doing just that. Meet Steven Tunison, Ansh Vasani, and Suhani Pandya, rising stars who've taken initiative in finance, entrepreneurship, and research long before most peer even think about it. Steven is a junior...

What does it take to thrive as both a creative and a business leader in the world of architecture? Meet Eric Gartner, AIA, LEED, AP, principal partner at SGP Architects, where he has led the firm's national and international growth across the U.S., Latin America, and Africa. With a Masters of Architecture from the University if Virginia, Eric blends creative vision with a strong sense of envir...

What if reducing hidden costs could boost your profits and set your business up for a successful exit? Today's guest is Michael Neil, a cost-reduction strategist and executive advisor with Schooley Mitchell, North America's largest independent cost-reduction consulting firm. He helps business owners across the U.S. and Canada lower essential expenses, increase profitability, and strengthen...

What does it take to thrive in venture capital while making an impact in public service and education? Meet Ronan Pell, Venture Analyst at 1435 Capital, where he sources investment opportunities and supports diligence and fundraising. He's led a student investment fund, developed a national civics curriculum, and conducted real estate research at Linneman Associates. Ronan has also served as a Con...

What does it take to manage wealth with integrity and lead through service? Meet Donald J. Loff, a seasoned financial advisor with over 40 years of experience and a strong record of leadership in both private wealth and nonprofit governance. He currently serves as Treasurer at Capital Health. Today, he’ll discuss how to build lasting financial strategies while leading with purpose—both in wealth m...

What does it take to fund the future of deep tech and drive innovation that transforms human and planetary health? Meet Sean O'Sullivan, managing general partner of SOSV, a global venture capital firm with 1.5 billion in assets under management, a pioneer in computer based street mapping and co-founder of Mapinfo. Sean has spent decades backing visionary founders tackling the world's most pressing...

What does it take to lead with courage, serve with purpose, and make an impact across industries? Meet John. D Hanson, a leadership expert, keynote speaker, and season professional with a career spent in the military, healthcare, ministry, finance, and manufacturing. From top performance at a fortune 10 company discerning as a senior leader in the Ohio Army National Guard, John has earned recognit...

What does it take to help business owners achieve lasting success and navigate the challenges of growth? Meet Sal Levatino, a business coach. With over 15 years of experience, Sal specializes in transforming businesses by focusing on both effective strategies and seamless implementation. He works closely with clients to create customized action plans that turns today's transactions into tomorrow's...

What does it take to navigate the challenges of senior living and ensure a seamless transition for aging adults? Meet Olga St. Pierre, a senior living specialist and real estate expert, with over 16 years of experience helping seniors and their families make informed decisions about transitioning to new living arrangements. Through a passionate and full service approach, Olga provides guidance, tr...

What does it take to unlock your full potential in sales and in real life? Meet Davidson Hang, head of Business Development at Untap Your Sales Potential. Through mindset, community, and courageous self-leadership, Davidson helps sales professionals go beyond tactics and step into lasting personal growth. Today, he shares how vulnerability. consistency, and belief can transform not just your numbe...

John Cox is the founder of Streamline Pool Pros. Initially set on becoming a police officer, John shifted gears towards law school before encountering an unexpected hurdle that prevented him from finishing his degree. He turned adversity to opportunity and embarked on a dynamic career path, leading him to settle in the contracting industry.

Andrew Fallon works with Ben Jen at 1435 Capital, where he brings fresh insights and new perspectives to the venture capital world. Andrew didn't follow the traditional path to get here; he attended a non-target school and started his career in treasury at an insurance firm. In this episode, Kurt and Andrew explore how he turned his non-traditional route into an opportunity, what he's lear...

Meet Eric Hadley, a leader who turned his passion for service into action. From earning his Eagle Scout rank, serving with the Military Sealift Command and US Coast Guard, Eric’s career spans global humanitarian missions and leadership in the oil industry. Now as the founder and CEO of Got Your Six Coffee Co., he is fueling support for veterans and first responders one cup at a time.

How can AI revolutionize businesses and drive real-world impact beyond just investment returns? Meet Daniel Pace, a financial expert with over seven years of market outperformance who has now set his sights on the rapidly evolving AI sector. As the founder of Genuine AI, he provides custom AI solutions to help businesses and nonprofits thrive. Join Kurt and Dan as Dan shares his insights on AI&#39...