Your Business – Your Next Level

In this rich and thoughtful episode of Your Business, Your Next Level, host Eunicia Peret talks with Leon Leinbach, serial entrepreneur and founder of Keystone Construction and Blue Jay Garage Doors. Leon shares how his early experiences on a family farm and in metal repair laid the foundation for a life of entrepreneurship. From launching his first company as a teenager to now leading multiple su...

In this dynamic episode of Your Business, Your Next Level, host Eunicia Peret sits down with Doug Winston, president of DNM Electrical Contracting, DNM Utility Construction, and Northeast Utility Equipment Repair. Doug brings decades of experience in the utility and skilled trades sector, and his entrepreneurial journey is anything but linear. From residential wiring to storm restoration and build...

In this episode of Your Business, Your Next Level, host Eunicia Peret is joined by Mike Fitzpatrick, founder and CEO of NCX Group, a leading cybersecurity consultancy. With over 25 years in cybersecurity and four decades in IT, Mike shares a no-nonsense breakdown of how businesses—especially small and mid-sized ones—are massively underprepared for cyber threats. He covers the evolution of cybersec...

In this insightful episode of Your Business, Your Next Level, host Eunicia Peret sits down with Kim Ellis, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Kim shares how she launched her first home care business after a dramatic split with a former employer and built it into a thriving enterprise with over 700 employees. With deep expertise in Medicaid-based ca...

In this powerful episode of Your Business, Your Next Level, host Eunicia Peret welcomes Lyuda Ksenych, founder and CEO of H2H Movers and Movers Accelerated Growth and Innovation Consulting. Lyuda shares her remarkable journey from arriving in the U.S. with only $400 to building a multi eight-figure business in one of the most notoriously challenging industries—moving and relocation. She dives into...

In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, host Eunicia Peret sits down with Cristina Crays, co-operator of Chick-fil-A Avalon in Alpharetta, Georgia. Cristina shares her journey from supporting her husband’s leap from IT into fast food entrepreneurship, to becoming a full-time partner in a high-performing Chick-fil-A location. The episode explores the power of intentional relocation, communit...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Eric Hassett, fourth-generation owner of Hassett Ace Hardware in Palo Alto, California. While many see hardware stores as old-school retail, Eric has transformed his family business into a thriving, forward-thinking company—balancing tradition with innovation. Eric shares how his background in tech and analytics helped him streamlin...

Jerry Hraban, founder of Premier Insurance Partners and national leader in insurance wholesaling, joins Eunicia Peret to break down what it really takes to build long-term wealth and scale a sustainable business. With over 20 years in the industry, Jerry shares why he intentionally chose a residual-income model early in his career and how persistence—not talent—ultimately drove his success. The co...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Denys Zubryn, founder and CEO of Load N' Go, a fast-scaling logistics company currently operating over 140 trucks—with plans to hit 1,000 in the next year. Denys shares how he came to the U.S. from Ukraine, started as a dishwasher, and built a multimillion-dollar trucking business through grit, discipline, and vision. We dive into h...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Michael Friedland—entrepreneur, real estate investor, and founder of Schlepper Moving & Storage. Michael’s story is a fascinating blend of philosophy, sleight-of-hand magic, and highly practical business acumen. He’s built successful ventures by aligning his daily life with his strengths and learning how to structure businesses...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Steve Hamalian, a true entrepreneur who, after multiple career changes, found his lasting passion in the luxury watch and jewelry business. Steve and his wife have built a thriving client-centric store in Maryland, known not only for its unique offerings but also for creating unforgettable experiences where clients and brands meet f...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Dr. Reynolds Kairus—physician, speaker, and founder of XR Consulting Group. From dropping out of high school and growing up in poverty to earning a medical degree and consulting for the U.S. government, Reynolds’ story is a masterclass in turning adversity into opportunity. We talk about his decision to pivot from traditional medici...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Joe Hepp, a seasoned commercial real estate professional with over $1 billion in transaction experience across income-producing properties like retail centers, apartments, industrial facilities, and offices. Joe brings two decades of real-world insight into how commercial real estate can serve as a smart alternative investment—when...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Jeremy Blount—better known as JB—Vice President of General Construction Management and partner in both Rhino Excavating and GCM Mechanical. What started as a heartfelt decision to leave ministry and join his father’s construction company has turned into a multimillion-dollar operation with multiple successful businesses under one ro...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with DeShaun Sellers, a real estate investor, Air Force veteran, and operator of multiple residential assisted living (RAL) homes. What started as a way to invest in real estate with more cash flow turned into a powerful mission—providing seniors with dignified, compassionate care inspired by his own grandmother’s experience in a traditi...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Leonard Russ, principal partner of Bayberry Healthcare and nationally recognized voice in long-term care policy and geriatric health. With decades of experience in both healthcare operations and public policy, Len shares how he transitioned from a successful career in journalism to becoming a key figure shaping Medicare and Medicaid...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Paul Hamburger, a seasoned CEO with a track record of transforming major companies like T-Mobile, Telecom New Zealand, and Cable & Wireless into global market leaders. Now at the helm of Admiral Sports, Paul shares how he’s bringing a legacy British sportswear brand into the modern era through cutting-edge innovation, vertical i...

In this powerful second appearance on Your Business Your Next Level, I reconnect with Megan Gluth, award-winning CEO and entrepreneur, to explore her incredible journey of scaling a business through mergers and acquisitions—starting with a bold, intuitive decision to buy the company she once served as general counsel. Megan walks us through the emotional and strategic complexity of acquiring a $48...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Gary Sirak, a financial expert, speaker, and author of How to Retire and Not. Gary shares his fresh perspective on retirement planning, going beyond just financial security to focus on purpose, passion, and a plan—the three P’s that keep individuals young and fulfilled in retirement. We discuss the biggest mistakes people make when...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Dr. Christopher Behringer, a board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician, professor, and keynote speaker. Dr. Behringer shares his non-traditional journey into medicine, starting with a passion for music before realizing his calling in healthcare. We explore his unique approach to patient-centered, holistic healthcare, e...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Abdullah Tharoo, founder of PayKoncept Merchant Services, a company revolutionizing payment processing and nonprofit fundraising with innovative solutions like the Zero Fee Freedom Program. Abdullah shares his inspiring journey from immigrating to the U.S. at 12 years old to building multiple successful businesses. We discuss the po...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Layne Lewis, an aerospace engineer, entrepreneur, and business leader with over 37 years of experience solving complex problems for Fortune 500 companies and military organizations. Layne shares her journey from working at NASA and Hewlett-Packard to founding Willowview Consulting, where she helps businesses and government agencies...

In this second episode with Dov Baron on Your Business Your Next Level, we take a deep dive into the intersection of AI, emotional intelligence, and leadership. Dov shares his perspective on the explosion of AI-generated content, warning against the rise of “AI slop”—mass-produced, low-quality material that lacks authenticity. He challenges entrepreneurs and leaders to use AI responsibly while mai...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Jeff Solheim, founder and CEO of Solheim Enterprises, a company dedicated to providing continuing education for specialty nurses. Jeff is also the founder of Project Helping Hands, an organization that has deployed medical teams to developing countries, and a past president of multiple nursing associations. With over 21 years of bus...

In this episode of Your Business Your Next Level, I sit down with Paulette Rigo, CEO of Better Divorce Academy, certified divorce coach, mediator, and best-selling author of The Better Divorce Blueprint. Paulette is on a mission to help individuals navigate divorce with clarity, dignity, and confidence, ensuring they make informed decisions rather than emotional ones. We discuss the five methods o...