The Profit Express

Making the decision to open your own business comes with an inherent risk. How can you set yourself up for success? My guest today knows what it’s like to go all in on a plan, and he’s brewing up record sales. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Mark Heuwetter. Mark is the owner of Six Harbors Brewing Company , a local brewery in Huntington, New York. He walked away from a successful...

We all have a favorite toy from our childhood. Whether you were a fan of Barbie or Battleship, you had something you loved to play with when you were little. But with a focus on tech and tablets, are kids today even still playing with toys? Is the industry at risk of failing? My guest today is an expert in all things toys, and he’s got some great news about the future of the industry. This week on...

This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Don Mann. Don is a bestselling author, small business owner, and former member of the Navy SEAL Team Six. Don shares his perspective on the story of Aaron Dahan, Jewish business owner of Caffé Aronne in NYC whose employees quit because of his support of Israel.  Download this week’s episode of The Profit Express to hear Don’s take on why Aaron is a...

We all start our lives differently. For some of us, our journeys begin easily, with good grades and supportive families. But for others, it’s nowhere near as easy. My guest this week is here to share how it’s not how we start our journeys, but what we do with them that really matters. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Brian Will. Brian is a serial entrepreneur and two-time best-sell...

Coffee is a beverage that is near and dear to the heart of many, including me. Some of my earliest dates with my wife were at a local coffee shop here on Long Island. But that shop, like so many local coffee shops, has long since closed. My guests this week are here to chat about the challenges behind opening a coffee shop, and how you can compete with the Dunkins and Starbucks of the world. This...

Thereasa Black is a modern-day Willy Wonka. The single mom is the owner and operator of Bon AppèSweet. Since her last appearance on The Profit Express, Thereasa has seen her business grow to levels she never dreamed of when she first started making her own chocolate. Thereasa is here to chat about how Bon AppèSweet has grown, what she’s learned over the years, and what’s next. This week on The Pro...

Rob Basso is an executive business coach, speaker, and an entrepreneur who has built and sold multiple businesses. He is also possibly one of the best salespeople I have ever met! Rob understands better than anyone some of the issues facing the sales profession today. Due to growing negative perceptions and changes in communication styles, Millennials and Gen Z are not choosing a career in sales....

Bill Corbett is a PR expert and the owner of Corbett Public Relations. He is also a crisis management expert who specializes in helping businesses through big PR blunders. Bill is here to chat about how to protect your brand in the face of a crisis. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Bill Corbett. He shares an update on the Anheuser-Busch controversy and how they alienated two target...

Hilary Topper is a blogger, podcaster, and three-time author. With her writing background, she is all too familiar with the difficult facts surrounding the publishing industry: the average book will sell less than 300 copies in its lifetime, you have less than a 1% chance of getting your book even on a retail shelf, and authors cannot rely on their publishers for promotion. Hilary is one of many a...

Michael Wright is a REALTOR here on Long Island. This year, he launched his Beyond 40 mission to change the lives of at least 40 people through real estate. He understands just how transformative a new home can be, and he is here to chat about how he’s tackling this challenge, and how he keeps himself accountable for his personal and professional goals. This week on The Profit Express I sit down w...

Dr. Peter Kim is an expert in trust repair. It sounds made up, but trust him, it’s true. Dr. Kim is a social scientist and the author of the new book, How Trust Works . He understands just how important trust is for any relationship, and he is here today to help explain how to build it and maintain it as you work with customers. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Dr. Peter Kim. We tal...

Richard Luna is a self-proclaimed Super Geek. He is the founder of Protected Harbor , a company that provides managed IT services, cyber security, and development operations to businesses. Richard knows that technology can be intimidating, and he is here today to make it a bit more approachable for business owners. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Richard. We talk about the ins and...

A third-generation inventor, Carter Hogg juggles being a D3 football player with pursuing a degree in Economics. But something he’s prouder of? Carter is also the inventor of G8RSkin, a wearable covering that can help reduce the risk of concussions by 59%. How did the G8RSkin come about, and can it revolutionize the sport of football? This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Carter. We chat...

Robert Esposito started his company just as a way to do a favor for his mom. He was bitten by the entrepreneur bug and invested in creating a business. Now, 15 years later, Relocator Services, Inc. is a multi-million-dollar business operating in several states and staffing more than 60 employees. But the road to success has been anything but easy. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Ro...

The Cake Don, Don Donneruno, is known for his delicious and eye-catching cakes and cupcakes. While his Huntington-based business hasn’t been around as long as others on Long Island, Don has quickly grown in popularity, becoming the go-to baker, largely due to social media. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with The Cake Don. Don is no stranger to the show, and previously spoke with me abo...

1.5 billion websites. Countless hours of video on YouTube. Do the tidal waves of content out there have you feeling overwhelmed and not sure how to make your business stand out against competition around the world? You’re not alone! Fortunately, my guest today is here to help. He is here to guide you on how you can find your tribe and cut through the other noise to reach them. This week on The Pro...

Is your business hitting 6 figures in revenue? What if you could hit 7 or 8 figures? While you might think these are impossible numbers to hit, the reality is, they’re fully within reach of your business. My guest today is here to chat about how with some quick changes, he took his family business to levels never seen before. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Ryan Margolin. Ryan is t...

There comes a time for any brand to try to appeal to a new customer demographic. But what happens when you alienate your core customers? My guest today is no stranger to navigating the complex world of public relations, and he has his thoughts on the recent Budweiser-Dylan Mulvaney partnership. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Bill Corbett. Bill is a PR expert and is the owner of Co...

Small business owners have three trusted advisors: an accountant, an attorney, and a financial advisor. These advisors like to do things by the book. But what if your advisor took a different approach in their services? My guest today offers a fun, uplifting, and entertaining experience…from an accountant. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with John Briggs. John is the founder and CEO of...

My guest today is no stranger to bringing the laughs to the show. He is improv comedian Scott Baker, one of the  Quickest Thinkers in Comedy . Scott is back to play the hottest game in podcasting: Guess the Business Icon! Play along and see if you can beat Scott! Download this week’s episode of The Profit Express to see how many icons you know, and learn why Scott isn’t impressed by Kylie Jenner....

Promoting your brand in the world of social media means creating fun content that leaves your fans wanting more. But when you own your own business, it’s not easy to find the time to embrace social media. My guest today is here to discuss how he creates fun and entertaining viral content content without the need for expensive and complicated equipment. This week on The Profit Express I sit down wi...

How do customers really feel about your business? No matter what your business or service is, how your customers perceive you is essential to your success. Whether your goal is to offer a relaxing or luxurious atmosphere, it’s important you remember that perception is reality.   This week I share a personal shopping story that reminded of just how important customer perception is. On a trip to my...

In an ever-changing world, it’s hard to imagine winning the battle for business without fully embracing technology. But between ChatGPT and automation, how do you know what the best solution is for your business? My guest today is here to discuss the latest changes in technology, and how you can choose the right option for your goals. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Matt Pomara. Ma...

In life and in business, you cannot reach your true potential until you have been through adversity. How much challenge is too much? While we all have things that can drag us down, it is important to face these challenges. My guest today has endless reasons for why he can’t do something, but he has never let them hold him back. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Mitch Shapiro. Mitch i...

On paper, the worlds of sports and business don’t seem to overlap. The truth is, the two could not be more similar: each day, we perform in an arena to win the battle for business. To win that battle, it’s not a sprint, it’s a marathon. My guest today is no stranger to putting in those miles. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Dean Karnazes. Dean is an ultrarunner who has accomplished...