Success Behind The Numbers

In Episode 25 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Kenny Koperda, a dynamic leader who’s managed to build two full-time careers—one in global sports and one in real estate. 🎙️🏌️‍♂️ From his start in ticket sales for the Pittsburgh Pirates to heading global sales and hospitality for LIV Golf, Kenny shares how the mindset and grit he developed in professional sports helped him crush $1...

In Episode 23 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I’m joined by Greg Masaitis—a former NYPD officer turned real estate leader whose career pivot is a powerful story of discipline, service, and reinvention. 🎙️👮‍♂️  From patrolling the streets of New York to building one of the top-performing teams at Keller Williams, Greg’s journey proves that leadership skills translate—and mindset is everything....

In Episode 23 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I’m joined by Julia Presta, Lauren Balbuena, and Erica Longueira—three powerhouse women who are leading with passion and purpose and are shaping the energy inside KW Core. 🎙️✨ From early struggles to leading with heart in a high-stakes market, their stories are proof that the future of real estate is female, fearless, and focused. We talk about bre...

In Episode 22 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I’m joined by Jay Marku—entrepreneur, immigrant, broker, and master of reinvention—a powerful example of what it means to bet on yourself. 🎙️🏙️ From his roots in Albania to navigating life in New York with 20+ different jobs before ever closing a deal, Jay’s journey is all about resilience, grit, and a long-term vision that’s as raw and real as it g...

In Episode 21 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Allan Zapadinsky, a real estate powerhouse who has mastered the art of reinvention. 🎙️🎾💎 From being a tennis prodigy to dominating the jewelry sales industry to scaling a thriving real estate business across NYC & NJ, Allan’s journey is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and strategic relationship-building. Allan shares h...

In Episode 20 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Jennifer Nyx, a powerhouse in real estate who took an unconventional journey to becoming a top-producing agent. 🎙️💘  From working as an executive secretary to owning a gym, diving into matchmaking, and even the diamond industry—Jennifer’s path is anything but ordinary. But it all led her to real estate success at a time when she lea...

In Episode 18 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Frank Sparacino, an attorney-turned-real estate powerhouse who transformed his legal career into a thriving investment empire. 🎙️⚖️  From growing up in Long Island to navigating law school, Frank shares his journey from the courtroom to closing deals. We dive into his transition from a corporate attorney to a real estate entrepreneur...

In Episode 18 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Jordan Cabral-Martin, a powerhouse in leadership development—first on the football field and now in real estate. 🎙️🏈 From his early days in Brooklyn to building a thriving career in real estate and coaching, Jordan shares the pivotal moments that shaped his journey. We dive into his experiences in sports, the transition from coachin...

In Episode 18 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Lauren Balbuena, the KW CORE General Manager and a powerhouse in real estate leadership and business development. 🏙️🎙️ Lauren started at the front desk, but she didn’t stay there for long. She quickly climbed the ranks, mastering real estate operations, leadership, and high-level business strategy. Now, as a key executive at one of t...

In Episode 16 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Yadlynd Cherubin, a dynamic real estate leader whose story is one of resilience, reinvention, and leadership. 🎙️🌆 From working in child protective services to transitioning into real estate full-time, Yadlynd shares the pivotal moments that shaped her path. She opens up about the challenges of ACS work, how a life-altering health sc...

In Episode 15 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I’m sitting down with real estate veteran Margaret Bzdewka to talk about the evolution of the industry, the power of adaptation, and what it takes to build a long-lasting career in real estate. 🎙️🏙️ From her early days on Wall Street to becoming a highly respected real estate professional, Margaret shares valuable insights into market shifts, agent...

In Episode 14 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I’m joined by Raymond Mo, an accomplished real estate professional with a wealth of knowledge about navigating the fast-paced New York real estate market. 🎙️🏙️ Raymond’s journey is a testament to hard work, adaptability, and the power of strategic thinking. In this episode, Raymond shares his insights on thriving in a competitive market, building me...

In Episode 13 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I’m joined by Renatta Paz, a visionary real estate leader whose career journey is as unique as it is inspiring. 🎙️🎬 From her early days as a successful TV producer to becoming a structured and passionate leader on Rafael Ching’s team, Renatta’s story is a masterclass in reinvention, resilience, and strategic leadership. Renatta dives deep into her...

In Episode 12 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Sandy Edry, a dynamic leader whose path from psychology and journalism to real estate is nothing short of inspiring. 🎙️🏙️ From starting as a rental agent to becoming a driving force at Keller Williams, Sandy’s insights on resilience, culture, and leadership are invaluable for anyone in the industry. Sandy opens up about how his diver...

In Episode 11 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I’m joined by Mohammed-Ali “Mo” Rizvi, a dynamic real estate innovator redefining success in the industry. 🎙️💡 From his unique perspective on client relationships to his passion for leveraging technology in real estate, Mo’s journey is one of resilience, creativity, and forward-thinking strategies. In this episode, Mo dives into the art of relation...

In Episode 10 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I’m joined by Andrew Russell, a 3-time NAMB Mortgage Broker of the Year and one of the most sought-after experts in the mortgage industry. 🎙️🏡 With years of experience and an unrelenting drive to elevate the industry, Andrew shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leader in the mortgage world. Andrew pulls back the curtain into the...

In this episode of The Success Behind The Numbers, I’m joined by Nicole Campisi, a real estate powerhouse whose career journey is a masterclass in resilience and relationship-building. 🎙️🏠 From her early days in the insurance world to becoming a top producer and coach, Nicole’s story is all about finding passion, staying adaptable, and fostering genuine connections. Nicole dives deep into the imp...

In Episode 7 of  The Success Behind The Numbers, we spotlight the incredible rise of Linda Chen, a real estate mogul who rose from humble beginnings in Manhattan’s Chinatown to becoming a powerhouse in the NYC real estate scene. 🌆 Linda’s story is one of resilience, determination, and fearless ambition. Growing up in the NYC projects, she turned her challenges into fuel for success, transforming...

In Episode 6 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Edward Kalisvaart to explore his incredible journey from his roots in Amsterdam to becoming a leader in New York City's commercial real estate scene. 🎙️🏙️ We explore Edward’s journey from Amsterdam to New York City, his transition from options trading to real estate, and how he’s navigating the ever-evolving commercial market. Ed...

In this episode of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Brandon Steiner, the visionary behind Collectible Exchange and a legend in the sports memorabilia industry. 🎙️🏀⚾ Brandon’s journey is a masterclass in curiosity, confidence, and turning adversity into opportunity. We dive into everything—from Brandon’s humble beginnings working odd jobs to building one of the most recognized bran...

In Episode 4 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Kennis, a seasoned banking and mortgage expert with a career spanning over three decades. 🎙️🏦 Kennis shares her inspiring journey from starting as a secretary in Chinatown to leading teams in major banks like Republic Bank, Astoria, and Wells Fargo, and now making an impact at Valley National Bank. We dive into the pivotal moments th...

In this episode of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Mario Curcio to explore his incredible journey from the fitness world to leading a thriving real estate team at Keller Williams Greater Nassau. 🎙️ Mario shares his unique path, starting as a personal trainer and climbing the corporate ladder to oversee operations across the East Coast, including roles managing high-performance fitn...

In Episode 3 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Karen to dive deep into her journey from agent to broker and the real estate experiences that shaped her path. 🎙️🏠 Karen shares it all—from her start with a small brokerage, transitioning to Keller Williams, to her role as a "listing gestapo" ensuring that agents get it right every time. We talk about today’s real estate la...

In Episode 2 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Tim Galligan to unpack how he went from consumer packaged goods to conquering the real estate market. 🎙️🏠 Tim shares everything—from his unexpected shift into real estate, launching his own supplement business, to scaling his rental empire with strategic Section 8 investments. We get real about today’s market challenges, interest rat...

In Episode 1 of The Success Behind The Numbers, I sit down with Steven to dive into his incredible journey—one that took him from actuarial science to a thriving career in real estate, mortgages, and property management. 🎙️🏠 We talk about how Steven went from crunching numbers behind a desk to closing deals in the real estate world, starting his first fix-and-flip business at just 23, and masteri...