New York's Business Podcast

Why Experiential Marketing Works (And How to Do It Differently) On this episode of New York’s Business Podcast , I sat down with Sarah Stone, author, entrepreneur, and the founder of Intentional Living Magazine . Originally from the UK, Sarah made a bold leap to New York in 2018 and turned a season of uncertainty into a thriving, purpose-driven brand. Sarah shared how she built her magazine from t...

The Business Growth Tool You’ve Probably Never Heard Of: A PEOOn this episode of New York’s Business Podcast, we’re joined by Andy Lubash, Founder and CEO of PrestigePEO, a company helping small and mid-sized businesses access the HR services, benefits, and support typically reserved for massive corporations. Andy built PrestigePEO over nearly three decades by combining innovation with a people-fi...

“Marketing can make or break your business—and too often, it’s overlooked.” On this episode of New York’s Business Podcast, I sat down with Alex Swayne , the founder and CEO of Sun Kissed Media , a full-service marketing firm helping businesses of all sizes grow their brands and connect with their customers. Alex shares her inspiring journey from working in corporate marketing to launching her own...

“From Side Hustle to Bloomingdale’s: The Six Fifty Clothing Story” Steve Gurrieri started Six Fifty Clothing in his apartment with one t-shirt and a simple goal: make a little extra income. Fast forward, and that side hustle has grown into a thriving national brand carried by boutiques across the U.S.—and now sold in Bloomingdale’s. In this episode, Steve shares how he: Launched Six Fifty while wo...

“Meeting families where they’re at — emotionally, mentally, and physically.” – Ana DelgadoOn this week’s episode of New York’s Business Podcast, we’re joined by Ana Delgado, the licensed social worker and founder of Reaching Hands — a mobile, modern agency redefining how family support services are delivered across Long Island. Reaching Hands specializes in supervised visitations, parenting suppor...

Meet Jessica Fabus Cheng — Creator, Storyteller, and Founder of FIRE Media House Some people start businesses. Others build legacies rooted in love, loss, and transformation. Jessica Fabus Cheng is the heart behind FIRE Media House , a creative studio in Coram, Long Island. After years as a surgical tech and nursing instructor, a life-changing cancer diagnosis—and the passing of her father—pushed...

On this week’s episode of New York’s Business Podcast, we sit down with Tarek Hassanin, the founder of Made by Lili’s and The Dirty Cheesecake—a wildly creative dessert brand that started as a bonding activity with his daughter and grew into one of Long Island’s most talked-about sweet spots. Tarek’s story is anything but traditional. After Uber disrupted his limo business, he pivoted careers enti...

“We’re not just teaching kids how to swim — we’re teaching parents, too. It’s about confidence, connection, and survival.” – JP Rodgers This week on New York’s Business Podcast , I’m joined by JP Rodgers , founder of Rodgers Elite Aquatics , a premium private swim instruction company serving families across Long Island — and recently expanding into Miami. What started as a high school job has grow...

“I’m the ChatGPT of home automation — you give me the input, and I design a system that works for you.” – Jennifer ConaThis week on New York’s Business Podcast, we’re joined by Jennifer Cona, a 20-year veteran of ICC Automation, a smart home company serving clients from Montauk to Manhattan. Jennifer’s story is one of evolution — not just in tech, but in business. From starting out answering phone...

When to Walk Away: Inside Bizzybcrafts' Powerful StoryMeet Brittany Shillingford, former owner of Bizzybcrafts, who joins us on this week's episode of New York’s Business Podcast for an open-hearted conversation about the realities—and tough decisions—behind running a thriving small business. Brittany’s journey is both inspiring and deeply relatable. She spent 12 years building her handmad...

Food Costs Are Out of Control — This Owner Fights BackFrom fine dining in the Hamptons to fast-casual tacos on Long Island — Tom Stein’s story is one of passion, adaptability, and community. On this episode of New York’s Business Podcast, Tom shares how he transitioned from high-end hospitality to creating a taco spot with heart. With locations in both Huntington and Syosset, he’s mastered the art...

Guac Shop’s Rise: What the Competition Doesn’t Do | The Secret Sauce Behind Their Rapid GrowthOn this week’s episode of New York’s Business Podcast, I sit down with Luke Tesoriero, co-owner and managing partner of Guac Shop Mexican Grill — a fast-casual restaurant redefining what it means to serve clean, crave-worthy food at scale. Launched in 2018 by Luke and his brother Matt, Guac Shop has grown...

This week on New York’s Business Podcast , we’re joined by Lindsay Langella, Esq.—a fierce litigator, second-generation attorney, and one of the driving forces behind Langella & Langella, a personal injury firm based in Hauppauge. After cutting her teeth as a prosecutor and working in both insurance defense and plaintiff-side law, Lindsay made the bold move to join her father’s long-standing f...

Meet Karen Sullivan , the founder of The Wellness Stop in Port Jefferson. Karen is a: • Certified functional medicine coach• 28-year cancer survivor• Founder of a thriving retail wellness space that’s way more than just a store For nearly two decades, Karen has been helping people feel better—not by masking symptoms, but by digging into why they’re feeling off in the first place. From hormone imba...

This week on New York’s Business Podcast, I sat down with Nelson Nigel, founder of Kid Moto — a game-changing rideshare service with pre-installed car seats, now in 60+ U.S. cities. Nelson went from driving yellow cabs to becoming a certified Child Passenger Safety technician… and realized no one was solving the travel nightmare parents face when flying with kids. Instead of waiting for Uber or ta...

She walked away from teaching—with no plan… …and built a business painting windows, murals, and coloring books that now ships worldwide. This week on New York’s Business Podcast, we sit down with @ArtByMichelleMarie—aka Michelle Ammann—a former elementary school teacher turned full-time artist and entrepreneur. In this episode, Michelle opens up about: • Why she left teaching without knowing what...

Rethinking Healthcare: Healing Beyond the Surface In this episode of New York’s Business Podcast, I sit down with Northport native and Doctor of Physical Therapy, Patrick Gathman — the founder of Movement Headquarters, a growing physical therapy practice that’s transforming how patients receive care. After working within the traditional insurance-based system, Patrick saw firsthand how limited tim...

Diana Chan, Co-owner of Mama Chan’s in Northport, joins us this week on New York’s Business PodcastDiana always had a dream: open a restaurant inspired by her mom’s incredible home cooking. But when the opportunity came, she had no formal culinary training, no bartending experience, and no restaurant ownership background. So what did she do? She just started. With the help of her brother and mom,...

This week on New York’s Business Podcast, we sit down with Hilary de Roy, the vibrant founder of Royal Native, a one-of-a-kind fashion brand built from vintage towels, a strong sense of style, and even stronger business instincts. After 25+ years in the fashion industry—styling, managing boutiques, and working for names like Diane von Furstenberg—Hilary took the leap to start her own label. What b...

This week on New York's Business Podcast , I’m joined by Jenn Fasano — a dynamic entrepreneur and the founder of Babes in Business Long Island. With a background in branding, marketing, and leadership, Jenn has built a thriving community for women in business and brings unmatched insight into what it takes to grow sustainably and authentically. In this episode, we discuss:• The rise of Babes i...

Meet Jackie Cipolla , one of the powerhouses behind the Oyster Bay Main Street Association , the nonprofit organization working to preserve the historic charm and boost the vitality of downtown Oyster Bay. In this episode of New York’s Business Podcast , Jackie walks us through:➡️ The mission of the association — from restoring historic storefronts to maintaining those iconic hanging flower basket...

From Retired Influencer to CEO of a Children's Brand 👶📦 Meet Emma Nacewicz — founder of Poppy & Row, a bamboo pajama brand born from a mom’s determination to help her daughter with severe eczema. In this episode of New York’s Business Podcast , Emma opens up about: ✨ Her journey from full-time influencer to small business owner 🍼 Late-night feedings that doubled as R&D sessions 📦...

On this episode of New York’s Business Podcast , we’re joined by Melanie McGovern , Director of Public Relations at the International Association of Better Business Bureaus —and trust us, this one is an absolute must-listen for any business owner . We go deep into: How to respond to complaints and bad reviews (and why they’re actually opportunities) The truth about BBB accreditation and what it re...

On this week’s episode of New York’s Business Podcast, host Jacob Restituto sits down with Christine Cosentino, co-principal of Cosentino Property Management, for a candid conversation about navigating the challenges of a second-generation family business, wearing multiple hats on any given day, and the invaluable lessons learned from a father who built his company from the ground up. Christine op...

This week on New York’s Business Podcast, we sit down with second-generation developer Peter Cosentino of Cosentino Companies. From his family’s asphalt and gravel roots to landing their first big-box tenant (Costco!) in the early ’90s, Peter shares how they’ve built and expanded a true Long Island legacy. We dig into everything from zoning challenges and forging trust with municipalities, to bala...