On The Mark

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 36 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Marty Dolan, a candidate challenging Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) in New York's 14th Congressional District in the Democratic June 23 primary. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Dolan’s argument that AOC represents far-left, antagonistic politics that struggle to succeed in...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 35 In this episode of “On The Mark,” Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Alina Bonsell, a Republican running for the New York State Senate District 28 in Manhattan. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Alina’s background as a legal Jewish refugee from Odessa who grew up in NYC, worked 15 years in pharmaceuticals, launched startups, and now runs a small real...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 34 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Alison Besunder, Equity Partner and Chair of the Trusts & Estates Planning, Administration, and Guardianship and Fiduciary Litigation Groups at Goetz Platzer. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * An outline of Alison’s practice, encompassing estate planning, trust/estate administrati...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 33 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Adam Adelson and Ralph Marucci, founders of Hydr8. Hydr8 provides business with sustainable and healthy amenities including still, sparkling, ice, organic soda dispensers with reverse osmosis and added electrolytes, solar roasted Caffein8 coffee, compostable disposables and zero-waste snack...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 32 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Tom Ravert, Author of The Rudiments of Real Estate series, Financial Planner Specializing in Real Estate and Finance, Managing Director at Pathway Capital Corp and Co-Founder at American Standard Capital, LLC. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Surprising government programs that can h...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 31 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Wissam Akra, CEO & Founder of Tough Leaf, a mission-driven platform to connect general contractors and developers with qualified Small Business Enterprises owned by minorities, women, veterans, and other disadvantaged groups. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * How technology is tra...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 30 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with  Howard Schlesinger of VRF Solutions, LLC. Howard is a registered architect and real estate developer in NYC with extensive experience in property development and renovation. His expertise includes state-of-the-art renovations, building upgrades, and the redevelopment of underutilized prope...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 29 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Bob Grbic, Founder and CEO of Bearbrook Corporate Advisors LLC. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The roles emerging technologies and pandemic-induced changes are playing in the commercial lending industry * The significance of our physical presence at work in fostering innovation, co...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 28 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Alan Way, Executive Director of LOUIS XIII Private Clients, Americas, a cognac brand of Rémy Cointreau. Alan is also an esteemed member of The Luxury Council Advisory Board. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Insights into the creation process of the prestigious Louis XIII brand, part...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 27 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Melanie Herschorn, an independent publisher, book marketer, and bestselling author. Melanie works with attorneys, wealth experts, and business owners, helping them with book marketing and promotion. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Melanie’s philosophy on books — they are not just ab...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 26 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Cliff Katz, an equity partner and chair of the bankruptcy and insolvency practice at Goetz Platzer, LLP. Tune in to the episode to hear about:  * The key differences between Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcies  * How executory contracts and leases impact a company's abili...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 25 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Jennifer Schmittler, CEO of Customer Service Experts and One Voice Solutions.  Tune in to the episode to hear about:  * How virtual receptionist and service businesses evolved to meet the needs of companies during and after the COVID era  * The ways One Voice Solutions tailors its offerings...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 24 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Rachel Brown, founder of Jewish Matchmaking NY. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The main goals and mission behind Rachel Brown's Jewish matchmaking service, particularly in terms of reducing assimilation and increasing the Jewish population * How Rachel’s service differentiates itse...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 23 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Jehan Shehab, Director of Commercial Banking and Senior Vice President at 42 North Private Bank. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The challenges and opportunities of introducing a Boston-based private bank to the New York market * The differences between a private bank and a commerci...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 22 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Amy Wasserman & Aaron Popowsky, co-founders of The Unoriginal Bathroom Company. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * How The Unoriginal Bathroom Company simplifies bathroom renovations by providing designer-curated design packages with materials delivered directly to the customer * T...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 21 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Jeff Rubin, Executive Vice President for Hub International, the fifth largest broker in North America. Hub International is a full-service insurance and risk management company that handles everything from commercial and personal insurance to wealth management and surety. Rubin’s specific r...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 20 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Bruce Eagel, founder and CEO of Eagel Promotions. Founded in 1986 and family-operated, Eagel Promotions is a trusted leader in sports-driven fundraising for nonprofit organizations across the USA. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The impact of the pandemic and artificial intelligence...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 19 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Tom Hoover, NBA legend and leader within the Retired NBA Players Association. Tune in to the episode to hear about:   * Tom’s career and experiences with racism in sports from being drafted by the Syracuse Nationals to facing the racial quotas and discriminatory pay disparities in the NBA  ...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 18 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Edwin Sirlin, managing group director at Customers Bank. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Ed Sirlin’s unconventional journey into banking * The significant industry shifts that have occurred in banking from traditional branch banking to technology-driven services * The differences be...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 17 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Rabbi Steven Weil. Steve Weil was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces in 2020. He began his career as a pulpit Rabbi, first serving at the Young Israel of Oak Park in Detroit, Michigan, and then at Congregation Beth Jacob in Beverly Hills, Californi...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 16 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Mayor Michael Wildes, Mayor of Englewood, NJ & law partner at Wildes & Weinberg, P.C. Tune in to the episode to hear about:  * Wildes’ background, his firm's work on visas and citizenship, and his roles as a mayor and professor  * The importance of fair immigration laws  * The h...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 15 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Moritz Koppe (CEO & Managing Director of PROBIS) & Jeff Littell (Head of US Sales for PROBIS). PROBIS, a German software company expanding into the United States, which prides itself as being the Financial Command Center for Real Estate. Tune in to the episode to hear about: - PROBI...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 14 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Al Crisafulli, Owner of Love of the Game Auctions. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * How Al transitioned from running an advertising agency to pursuing his passion for sports collectibles, ultimately establishing Love of the Game Auctions * The impact of COVID-19 on the collectibles i...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 13 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Adam H. Koblenz, an Equity Partner at Goetz Platzer. Tune in to the episode to hear about: - Goetz Platzer’s growth and the new energy and future vision Adam H. Koblenz brings - Adam’s career journey from a different law firm to joining Goetz Platzer, emphasizing the importance of having an...

On The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 12 In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with Jed Dallek, partner at Citrin Cooperman, a leading CPA and consulting firm. Tune in to the episode to hear about:  * The consolidation trend within accounting firms, driven by the need for resources, retiring partners, and private equity investments, impacting the overall industry  * The ch...