UrbanEBB

In this episode of UrbanEbb, host Rico Figliolini sits down with Phil Adra and Victor Borowsky, co-founders of Four Corners Capita l, to discuss what comprehensive financial planning really means. While many people associate financial planning with investing and growing wealth, Phil and Victor explain why true financial planning extends beyond accumulation to include protection, retirement income...

Callie Murray has built businesses, raised seven kids, and now added debut novelist to her ever-growing resume — and somehow, it all connects. In this episode of UrbanEbb, Rico sits down with the Norcross-based entrepreneur, HR consultant, and grassroots marketer to talk about her debut historical fiction novel The Brunswick , a story inspired by a true Holocaust-era rescue mission that Callie rei...

In this episode of UrbanEbb , host Rico Figliolini sits down with Chuck Allen , lead pastor of Sugar Hill Church and The Corner Gathering , to explore a different approach to faith and community. Chuck shares how The Corner Gathering was intentionally designed as a community center first, creating a space where people can connect, access resources, and build relationships, regardless of their reli...

In this episode of UrbanEbb, host Rico Figliolini sits down with Brian Colin; artist, sculptor, and tabletop role-playing game developer, to explore his creative journey from graphic design into immersive world-building. Brian shares how his early career in print and branding evolved into running his own studio and eventually pivoting into the tabletop gaming space, where he now creates original g...

In this episode of UrbanEbb , hos t Rico Figliolini sits down with Atlanta-based author and game writer Sarah Madsen to explore the world of storytelling across multiple mediums. From tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons to video game writing and novel publishing, Sarah shares how she builds immersive worlds and characters that engage players and readers alike.  The conversation...

Curiosity Lab has become one of Peachtree Corners’ most visible innovation engines—and in this UrbanEbb episode, host Rico Figliolini sits down on-site with its new Executive Director, Emily Heintz, just weeks into her role. Emily shares the story behind her move from Michigan to Georgia and the unconventional career arc that took her from a master’s in accounting to the world of startups, venture...

Bestselling author Gregory E. Lang —writer of Why a Daughter Needs a Dad and more than fifty books—joins host Rico Figliolini for a heartfelt, inspiring conversation on turning life into literature. Greg opens up about the cardboard box of memories that sparked his first book, the four-year grind and sixty-two rejections that preceded his breakthrough, and the simple business lesson that reframed...

DreamHack has become far more than just an esports tournament. It’s also a global celebration of gaming, creativity, and community. On this episode of UrbanEBB, host Rico Figliolini speaks with Shahin Zarrabi, Vice President of Festivals at ESL FACEIT Group, to explore how DreamHack continues to evolve as a platform for gamers, creators, and fans. From multimillion-dollar esports competitions to i...

In this episode, we discuss the art and strategy of building partnerships that move beyond transactional sponsorships and into transformational collaborations. Rico Figliolini’s UrbanEBB guess, Cynthia Currence, is the author of Beyond Checks and Halos: Insights into Elevating Partnerships and Achieving the Improbable and brings decades of nonprofit leadership experience, including 18 years with t...

In this compelling episode of Peachtree Corners Life, host Rico Figliolini sits down with public safety veteran Mike Jones, a former chief with over five decades of experience in law enforcement. From a small-town deputy to leading investigations in Virginia’s oldest police department, Mike shares deeply personal stories, evolving perspectives, and actionable insights on policing, community engage...

In this thoughtful and often funny conversation, UrbanEBB podcast host Rico Figliolini sits down with Lo Patrick, a Peachtree Corners resident and author of The Floating Girls and The Night the River Wept and her latest book, Fast Boys and Pretty Girls. Lo shares how growing up in the suburbs of Atlanta, studying law, and navigating parenthood all shaped her path to becoming a Southern fiction wri...

In this episode of UrbanEBB, host Rico Figliolini sits down with Chief Frank Trammer, Chief of Police for Stockbridge, Georgia, to explore the realities of building a police department from the ground up. With over 25 years in public safety—including roles at Atlanta PD, Sandy Springs, and Georgia Tech—Chief Trammer brings strategic clarity, deep community values, and a blueprint for modern law en...

In this episode of UrbanEBB, host Rico Figliolini is joined by Billy Grogan , former Chief of Police in Dunwoody and now Senior VP at Sumter Local Government Consulting. With over 15 years of experience leading a nationally accredited department, Grogan recounts the high-stakes journey of launching Dunwoody’s police force in just 120 days—from policy creation and recruitment to integrating cutting...

In this episode of UrbanEbb , host Rico Figliolini chats with Vandana Aggarwal , VP of Operations at Aggarwal Real Estate , about the winding road from global consulting to family-run commercial real estate in Norcross, Georgia. With honesty, warmth, and insight, V shares how she went from working 80-hour weeks in corporate strategy to rediscovering clarity in the mountains of India—and ultimately...

In this deeply moving episode of UrbanEbb, host Rico Figliolini sits down with Katherine Lafourcade, Executive Director of the French-American Chamber of Commerce Atlanta, to talk about life, leadership, and the power of giving back. Katherine shares her unexpected journey from Europe to Georgia, her role in connecting French businesses to Atlanta’s thriving innovation scene, and a powerful person...

In this episode of UrbanEBB , host Rico Figliolini speaks with Kyle Grob, CEO and founder of Peachtree Corners-based KGM Technologies , a precision manufacturing company specializing in firearm suppressors and expanding into medical device production. Kyle shares insights on growing a business during COVID-19, navigating ATF regulations, and how Georgia fosters innovation in manufacturing. The con...

Autonomous vehicles are here in Peachtree Corners! Our latest  UrbanEBB podcast explores the game-changing world of  May Mobility’s d riverless shuttles and their impact on urban transit. Join host  Rico Figliolin i as he talks with  Brandon Branham  (Peachtree Corners) and  Daisy Wall  (May Mobility) about the future of smart transportation.  Key Topics Covered: Peachtree Corners’ role as a Smart...

Join UrbanEBB host Rico Figliolini for a conversation with Gabrielle Mills, co-founder and CEO of Sourced, a full-service back-office firm supporting small to mid-market businesses. She shares how she and her mother built a company that provides accounting, marketing, HR, staffing, and administrative support—all under one brand. Learn about the challenges entrepreneurs face with business operation...

In this episode of UrbanEBB, host Rico Figliolini sits down with Mike Logan , Chief Commercial Officer of AVID Products , to explore the world of esports, gaming headsets, and innovation in audio technology. Mike shares how AVID’s employee-owned ethos drives its mission to create affordable, durable, and communication-focused products like the AVIGA gaming headset. They discuss AVID’s presence at...

In this episode of UrbanEBB , Rico talks with Lyndsay Postell from DreamHack Atlanta to discuss the excitement surrounding this year’s event. Lyndsay reveals new experiences, including a tabletop gaming tavern and robotics demonstrations, while sharing how DreamHack continues to evolve with its diverse community of gamers, cosplayers, and tech enthusiasts. Whether you're into competitive esports,...

Elliot Brack, a longtime journalist and resident of Gwinnett County, founded the Gwinnett Forum. The online forum has attracted a steady flow of content from various sources that Brack carefully moderates and publishes. This episode highlights the county’s transformation, local histories, and the importance of providing a platform for diverse public opinions and covering local news. Hosted by Rico...

On this episode,  RJ Encinas  from  CHRIS180   discusses the organizations' missions to provide trauma-informed behavioral health and wraparound services to children, families, and adults in the Atlanta and Gwinnett County communities. Programs address underlying experiences impacting families, not just presenting issues. CHRIS180 provides counseling and support services regardless of insurance st...

Converting office buildings into apartments is a complex and challenging process, often met with a low success rate due to the inherent design of office structures. Warehouses, on the other hand, offer a simpler conversion path. In this episode, Brian Johnson delves into the intricacies of these transformations and explores what it takes to establish a new city within a metropolitan area, especial...

Greg Burnham, a Norcross-based comic book and children's book author who is attending this month's Momocon over Memorial Day Weekend, spoke with Rico Figliolini this week. They talked about his recent contributions to comic anthologies Milestone Initiative (featuring Icon), Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun (featuring Superman), and DC Power 2024 - and, his latest children's book, Swim, Kelly! Swim! They...

On this episode of UrbanEBB, Claudiu Tanasescu, the CEO of  Solid 3D , shares his entrepreneurial journey and the innovative robotics solutions his company is bringing to the logistics industry. Join us as we explore the future of warehouse automation, the integration of AI and robotics, and the importance of sustainability in business operations. Discover how Solid 3D is revolutionizing warehouse...