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UrbanEBBFrom Zero to Accredited: Dunwoody's Billy Grogan on Starting a City Police DepartmentIn 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-edge technology. He shares candid insights into the challenges and lessons learned in building a police department from the ground up.Rico and Bill also discuss what Peachtree Corners should consider if i...2025-06-0447 min
4 Questions Journalist Spotlight"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Rico Figliolini, Peachtree Corners/Southwest Gwinnett magazinesThis week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Rico Figliolini, publisher of Peachtree Corners magazine and Southwest Gwinnett magazine. Plus, he's got a podcast, Peachtree Corners Life!Important Things to Know About Rico:Coolest Thing: Used to like being an extra in film and tv productions (the food was really good!), bur he really loves anime, manga, playing Call of Duty Last Podcast: Cyberwire Daily Favorite Local Restaurant: MojitosFavorite Guilty Pleasure: Practices tennis to decompressFavorite Local Getaway: Seabrook Island near Kiawah IslandFavorite Non-Work Hobby: Call of Duty, Watching Anime, and gaming festivals like MomoCon and DreamHack Atlant...2023-11-1221 min
Capitalist SageWhat Can Businesses Gain from A Chamber MembershipLocal business chambers are important facets of any thriving community. On today’s episode of The Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico are joined by Steve Dorough, President and chief executive officer of First Community Development and founding member of the Southwest Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. Steve has years of experience working with nonprofit organizations to help them with developing their dreams and helping them transform their plans into reality. Together Karl Barham, Rico Figliolini, and Dorough discuss the value that local chambers bring to business owners and the entire community.2022-04-1345 minCapitalist SageHow to negotiate and what to look for before signing a retail or commercial leaseOne aspect of real estate that is supercritical to business owners is leasing. Here to talk about the ins and outs of leasing is Mario Mireles, Principal of CLR Real Estate Management. Mario has years of experience working with landlords, tenants, negotiating, and creating leases that are win-wins for both sides. On this episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham, Rico Figliolini and Mario discuss tips for working with commercial leases, what to look out for in the fine print, and much more.2022-03-1645 minCapitalist SageHow to negotiate and what to look for before signing a retail or commercial lease.One aspect of real estate that is supercritical to business owners is leasing. Here to talk about the ins and outs of leasing is Mario Mireles, Principal of CLR Real Estate Management. Mario has years of experience working with landlords, tenants, negotiating, and creating leases that are win-wins for both sides. On this episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham, Rico Figliolini and Mario discuss tips for working with commercial leases, what to look out for in the fine print, and much more.2022-03-1645 minCapitalist SageTaking the Leap into Entrepreneurship With Tony HillWhat does it take to be an entrepreneur? Tony Hill, Founder and Chairman of Preschool Solutions Inc. who, with his wife, have developed, own, and operate Goddard School Franchises in metro Atlanta talks about taking that huge leap into entrepreneurship and what it takes. Listen in as Hill and hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini discuss getting into a business as well as the importance of wellness for you, your family, and your community. Hill shares interesting insights on planning before starting a business.2022-02-2542 minCapitalist Sage3 Things and More that Small Business Owners Should Focus on in 2022On this special episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico are joined by Mark Collier, business consultant and faculty member with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center. What is affectionately called the SBDC, is a great resource to the small business community. Listen in to this episode to learn more about the SBDC and just how this asset can help you build your business.2022-01-2534 minCapitalist SageGeorgia's Labor Market and Resources to Help Companies Face Current ChallengesOn today’s episode of The Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico are joined by Georgia Commissioner of Labor, Mark Butler. The Department of Labor's mission is to work with both public and private partners in building the workforce system that contributes to Georgia's economic prosperity. Listen in to hear our hosts discuss what's happening in the labor market here in Georgia, some of the trends that we see going forward, and some of the resources that are available for small and large business owners in finding great talent to help their businesses and organizations prosper.2021-12-0637 minCapitalist SageFinding growth and success in artisanal firewood, through mistakes, testing and creating core valuesFirewood may not be the first thing you think of when talking about new and exciting business ventures. But Leroy Hite, founder, and CEO of Cutting Edge Firewood saw this industry as an interesting and challenging way to provide quality service and products to customers. Join Karl and Rico as they talk with Leroy about his experience growing and maintaining a high level of service quality in the business.of artisanal firewood.2021-11-0930 minCapitalist SageGwinnett Partnership, It's Influence, What Trends they See, and Resources to Empower BusinessesPartnership Gwinnett is the economic development initiative behind some of the most exciting business ventures that have started or relocated to Peachtree Corners. Brian Dorelus, project manager with Partnership Gwinnett, is our guest on today’s episode of the Capitalist Sage. Join Karl, Rico, and Brian, as they discuss what exactly Partnership Gwinnett is and does for business in our community.2021-10-1128 minCapitalist SageTwo Craft Brewers: Facing Challenges, Creating Opportunities and Branding their Own Local IdentitiesThere’s a lot more to the Brewery business than just making beer. Despite the challenges facing businesses today, Anderby Brewing and Kettlerock Brewery have found their path. Their owners, Preston Smelt and Stephen Peet (respectively) talk about the collaboration as well as the competition in this line of business. Plus, they take an in-depth look at shippers, licensing, the marketplace, solving supply chain issues, and more. Join your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini with their latest Capitalist Sage Podcast.2021-09-3044 minCapitalist SageASHRAE: Changing the value of a building and setting standards for the worldASHRAE, and the engineers that make up its society, are responsible for setting the standard of building in the United States and many countries. Today’s guest, Ginger Scoggins, is the current Treasurer and served as chair for the Building Headquarters Ad Hoc Committee at ASHRAE. In addition to her work there, she is also president and co-founder of Engineered Designs, Inc. In this episode, Karl and Rico talk with Ginger about the new ASHRAE Headquarters in Peachtree Corners and this society's amazing work.ASHRAE is a global professional society committed to serving humanity by advancing the arts an...2021-09-1532 minCapitalist SageLearn How A Full Event Production Company Handled Growth, Pause and the Challenges of Coming BackHow does an event company handle the challenge of a forced moment of pause? Lindsay Schwartz of M2EventsGroup and Tyler Scott of Music Matters Productions discuss with Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini the challenges they faced, investments made and the next level of growth during these times.2021-09-1037 minCapitalist SageHow the Wesleyan Artist Market Converted to a Virtual Market for 2021The Wesleyan Artist’s Market has been a celebration of local and national art and community creativity. With all of the changes of this past year, the volunteers and leaders of this event are innovating with how to continue to put on a great show in a virtual way. Join Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini on this very exciting episode of the Capitalist Sage as they sit down with the many wonderful organizers of this event.Resources:Website: https://artistmarket.wesleyanschool.org2021-04-0444 minCapitalist SageHow The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Comes to Life Virtually & In-PersonLearning to run a virtual film festival with drive-in movies too, for the first time isn't easy? The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival is back and better than ever! Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini are joined by Sari Earl, the vice president of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival board. For years the AJFF has been bringing great films to Metro Atlanta and on this episode listen in to explore how they're doing a film festival in a pandemic and socially distanced environment.Website: https://www.ajff.org New Website: https://ajffrecommends.org Social Media: @AJFFAtlanta ...2021-02-2137 minCapitalist SageFrom the Corporate World to Full time Real Estate Investor and Author with his SonOn this episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico are joined by Rudely Kelly and his son, Jayden. Rudley is a real estate investor, a realtor and an author who with the help of his son, wrote “Real Estate with my Daddy”, a children’s book that explains the ins and outs of real estate to kids. Listen in on the inspiration behind this book and hear Rudley’s expert insight into the real estate industry.2021-02-1732 minCapitalist SageHow to get what they want out of their business - meeting today's challengesOn this episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico are joined by Brian Sulka from Provisus Partners. He’s here to share some knowledge about EOS and help you figure out the role you need to play in your business journey. Listen in to hear tips and tricks that you and your organization need to continue to grow and thrive.2021-01-2534 minCapitalist SageHow did Brightree Successfully Work with Clients and Manage Employees During COVID-19How did Brightree respond successfully to the pandemic, how did they meet urgent customer needs and what initiatives did they put in place to support employees during this time? Brightree's Liz Brown joins hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to discuss this and more. Recorded socially safe in the City of Peachtree Corners, GeorgiaResources: Website: https://www.brightree.comTimestamp: [00:00:30] - Intro [00:02:27] - About Liz and Brightree [00:03:38] - Initial Response to COVID [00:05:54] - Employees Working from Home [00:08:22] - Productivity of Employees [00:10:24] - Adjustments on the Customer Side [00:14:49...2021-01-2534 minCapitalist SageChoosing, planning and Growing a Business, with Barry Adams, owner of Peachtree AwningsWhat to consider when starting a business. How to choose the business for you. How to consider when planning your first three years of business. In this episode of the Capitalist Sage Podcast, Karl and Rico talk with Barry Adams, founder, and owner of Peachtree Awnings and Tennessee Awnings about his experience in the business world. Barry shares some insightful tips and tricks to help any small or large business owner through their journey through entrepreneurship.2020-11-1446 minCapitalist SageHow to increase the value of your business, grow it and sell it, with Andrew CagnettaAndrew R. Cagnetta Jr., CEO of Transworld Business Advisors shares his insights on how to increase the value of your business, fatal mistakes sellers make, expansion through acquisition and franchising - and why it's important to do charity work. Cagnetta joins Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini on the Capitalist Sage podcast. Recorded socially safe from City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia2020-10-2544 minCapitalist SageHow to Position Your Small Business to Grow Sales During and After COVID-19The pandemic has changed customers and their buying habits. That's without question. So how do you talk to your them now and in the next normal time? Open Window Marketing founder Lisa McGuire joins Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to discuss brand positioning and more.2020-09-2739 minCapitalist SageThe Pharmacy Business and People's Access to Prescriptions During COVD-19How did one pharmacy owner navigate COVID-19 and still provide access to medicine for their clients? Dr. April Hang, owner of Peachtree Pharmacy joins Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini on the Capitalist Sage.2020-09-2734 minCapitalist SageThe Impact of COVID-19 on the Future of the Restaurant BusinessOn today’s episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini are joined by Cliff Bramble, founder and owner of Hungry Hospitality. His extensive knowledge of both the hospitality industry and business, in general, has given him an edge during these interesting times.2020-09-0637 minCapitalist SageHow an Adult and Senior Care Service Pivoted their Business During COVID19Learn how one company chose to adapt and pivot their business and stay relevant, during COVD-19. In this episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini are joined by Aysha Cooper, the owner of McKinley Caregiver Resource Center in Snellville, Georgia. In the world of Senior Healthcare, professionals are looking for answers on how to pivot in business. Aysha has found some great solutions to the problems of today.2020-09-0437 minCapitalist SageLearn How One Dental Practice Navigated the COVID19 Locked Down and ReopeningToday on the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini are joined by Dr. Aristo Shyn, the owner of Link Dental Care in Peachtree Corners. Dr. Shyn has been working hard to make sure that his clients and patients, as well as his staff, remain safe during this COVID time. Listen in to hear how he has re-imagined what his dental practice does.2020-09-0334 minCapitalist SageHow One Company Learned to Pivot Their Business During COVID-19, Egoscue of AtlantaCalvin Murray talks about positioning his business to work in a COVID-19 environment, and how technology and rethinking his approach helped his company Egoscue of Atlanta continue on their mission to eliminate chronic pain and assist those that come to them to enjoy active living. With your hosts, Karl Barham and Rico Figlioliini recorded socially safe in Peachtree Corners.2020-08-2334 minCapitalist SageFitness, Lift Yoga and How COVID-19 Has Evolved a BusinessOn this brand new episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini sit down with Lori Denton, owner of Lift Yoga and Body to talk about what business looks like in this new world. Lori has been able to figure out ways to work through the current COVID climate, listen in to find out how.2020-08-1939 min
Peachtree Corners Life LIVEHow will State Senate Candidate Matt Reeves Help Peachtree CornersRepublican State Senate District 48 candidate Matt Reeves joins host Rico Figliolini on Peachtree Corners Life podcast to discuss COVID-19, the Governor's response, mask-wearing, social justice, police reforms, Black Lives Matters, kids going back to school, education funding, state ethics and why he's running for the State Senate.Website: https://mattreevesforsenate.com Social Media: @MattReevesGA Recorded socially safe online and in the City of Peachtree Corners, GeorgiaVisit http://livinginpeachtreecorners.com/ for more information on Peachtree Corners, GA, Peachtree Corners Magazine, and our other podcasts.2020-07-2542 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVECommunity Leadership in Social and Racial Justice, Part ThreeCity of Peachtree Corners, Georgia residents, and leaders speak out about change and actively becoming a more anti-racist community. This third episode of this mini-part series includes community activist and multimedia consultant Mo Reilley and activist Michael Murphy-McCarthy (Director of Information Technology and Information Management Systems at The North Georgia Conference of The United Methodist Church.) Join them along with Peachtree Corners Life podcast host Rico Figliolini and series co-host Karl Barham in this intensive discussion to try and solve these issues. Recorded socially safe online and in the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia2020-07-241h 13Peachtree Corners Life LIVECommunity Leadership in Social and Racial Justice, Part TwoCity of Peachtree Corners, Georgia residents, and leaders speak out about change and actively becoming a more anti-racist community. This second episode of this mini-part series includes Executive Pastor of Victory Church, Darius Dunson, GA House Representative (District 95) Beth Moore, and business owner and community leader Joe Sawyer. Join them along with Peachtree Corners Life podcast host Rico Figliolini and series co-host Karl Barham in this intensive discussion to try and solve these issues. Beth Moore: https://www.mooreforgeorgia.comOne Race: http://oneracemovement.comVictory Church: https://victoryatl.comJoe Sawyer: https...2020-07-241h 12Peachtree Corners Life LIVECommunity Leadership in Social and Racial Justice, Part OneCity of Peachtree Corners, Georgia residents, and leaders speak out about change and actively becoming a more anti-racist community. This first episode of this mini-part series includes a candidate for Gwinnett Sherriff, and former police officer Keybo Taylor; Director of Redemptive Unity at Periment Church, Jimmy Kim, and teacher and community leader Julie Morgan. Join them along with Peachtree Corners Life podcast host Rico Figliolini and series co-host Karl Barham in this intensive discussion to try and solve these issues. Keybo Taylor: https://keyboforsheriff.com Jimmy Kim and Perimeter Church: https://www.perimeter.org2020-07-241h 10Capitalist SageCapitalist Sage: How to Financially Survive COVID-19How to financially survive COVID-19 with relief loans, taking advantage of new legislation, forecasting and budgeting in the new economy. With our guest Steven Gu, with your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini.2020-06-1042 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEPeachtree Corners pedestrian bridge, budget and town center, with City Manager Brian JohnsonJoin Rico Figliolini and Brian Johnson on this episode of Prime Lunchtime with the City Manager to hear about all of the exciting things coming to Peachtree Corners. Get updates on the Pedestrian Bridge, new businesses, and how the city is celebrating the High School Seniors of 2020.2020-06-0238 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEHow to better manage post-acute care services and equipment in a changing worldAs technology continues to advance and more people are working from home, companies like Brightree are making life and at-home healthcare easier. Join Rico Figliolini and Patrizia Winsper as they sit down with Matt Mellott, CEO of Brightree and expert on the improving technologies this company is providing healthcare workers everywhere. Brightree is a leader in cloud-based patient management software for the out-of-hospital care industry. We provide software and services to manage patient intake, scheduling, inventory, delivery, billing, clinical, resupply, and collections to facilitate better patient care.2020-05-1032 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEEye tracking technology that simplifies and predicts human intentions and actionsWith everyone becoming more reliant on teleworking and technology in general, we need more reliable security for ourselves and our companies. Smart Eye Technology and it’s CEO Dexter Caffey are at the cutting edge of security, providing companies and individuals the ability to protect their information. Join your hosts Rico Figliolini and Patrizia Winsper as they explore the eye-tracking technology that simplifies and predicts human intentions and actions.2020-05-1030 minCapitalist SageHow Barter Can Help Small Business During COVID19- PandemicAn age-old tradition of bartering between businesses is still alive and well thanks to the Southern Barter Club and founder Laurie Sossa, our guest on today’s episode of the Capitalist Sage. Learn how your business can barter and the benefits of working with SBC. Join Rico Figliolini and Karl Barham as they chat with Laurie about how SBC works, the benefits of barter, and exactly how to make bartering a part of your business.2020-05-1037 minCapitalist SageBest Real Estate Strategies for Business Impacted by COVID-19Frank “Tradd” Cannon, joins us to discuss what businesses can do to improve their situation right now when they reopen, and long term, from a real estate perspective. With your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Recorded socially safe in Peachtree Corners.2020-05-1042 minCapitalist SageHow Estate Planning is More Important in the COVID-19 WorldThe hardest part may be imagining the world without you in it or without a healthy and capable you in it. There’s never a better time to start thinking about estate planning than right now. No matter who you are as a business owner or individual, planning for the future is an important step. In this episode, Rico Figliolini and Karl Barham are joined by Estate Planning Attorney Jim Miskell. Listen as they discuss all the details you need to know to start planning now.2020-05-1036 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEPeachtree Corner's ControlRad is Making Radiation Safe for Medical StaffMore than ever before is the general public concerned for the health and safety for the bravemen and women in our medical and healthcare system. ControlRad and CEO GuillaumeBailliard, our guest on today’s episode, have developed special medical technology to protectboth medical staff and patients from excess radiation. Join Rico Figliolini, Patrizia Winsper, and Guillaume as they discuss the inner workings of this amazing and life-saving technology.2020-04-2529 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEDemocrat Curt Thompson and why he’s Running for Gwinnett County Commission ChairIn this episode of Peachtree Corners Life, Rico Figliolini meets with Curt Thompson who is currently running for Gwinnett County Commission Chair. Listen in and get an in-depth look at Curt’s views regarding public safety, smart-city technology, affordable housing and much more.2020-04-2544 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: How to Set-up a Cyber Safe Home Teleworking OfficeAs we all get accustomed to online meetings and live-streamed classes, how do we find thesame kind of IT solutions as we were used to in our business life? David Huseonica, the COO ofRojoli Services is here with all of the answers we need to fix our home office workflow. Join Karl Barham, Rico Figliolini, and David in this episode of the Capitalist Sage as they discuss the IT solutions that will help you today.2020-04-1245 minCapitalist SageTalking with Lisa Proctor on Resources for Local Businesses During COVID19Every business is looking for answers on how to survive the changes in the world right now.Luckily Lisa Proctor, CEO of Sanford Rose Associates Lake Lanier and founding member of thePCBA, has some ideas and tips for businesses. On this episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini video chat with Lisa to talk about all the ins-and-outs of handling business during this ever-changing time. Recorded socially safe in Peachtree Corners, GA2020-04-0743 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEHow’s Your Faith? Pastor Jay Hackett talks about faith, COVD19 and these times of crisisHow does a church ministry work when you have to practice social distancing? In this specialepisode of Peachtree Corners Life, Rico Figliolini video chats with Pastor Jay Hackett from Peachtree Corners Baptist Church to talk about life, community, and keeping the faith during thisunprecedented time. Recorded socially safe in the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia2020-04-0735 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEJohn Eaves, running for Congress, talking COVID19, the economy and moreIn this episode of Peachtree Corners Life, Rico Figliolini has a chat with Congressional Candidate John Eaves to talk about his campaign. Listen in as they discuss John’s views on Immigration, Health-care, Education, and dealing with COVID-19.2020-04-0737 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVENabilah Islam's Run for Congress,Georgia District 7On this episode of Peachtree Corners life, Rico Figliolini live streams with Congressional Candidate, Nabilah Islam to talk about her life, her family, and her campaign. Listen in as she shares her thoughts on the coronavirus, immigration reform, medicare for all, and much more.2020-03-3035 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Carolyn Bourdeaux Talks About Her Run for Congress District 7Summary: On this special episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini sit down with Democrat Carolyn Bourdeaux, who is running for Congress in Georgia’s 7th District. Join them as Carolyn shares her views on healthcare, education, immigration and much more. Resources: Website: https://www.carolyn4congress.com2020-03-0738 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Chris DiBlasio Talks about the Film/TV BusinessSummary: Today on the Capitalist Sage Podcast, Rico and Karl sit down with Actor, CEO, and entrepreneur Chris DeBlasio. CEO of Agency Eight:Fifty and experienced producer and actor, Chris shares his expertise in the areas of Digital Marketing, Product Placement, and more. Resources: Social Media: @ChrisDeBlasio Website: Agency850.com2020-03-0736 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEPrime Lunchtime takes on Coronavirus Preparedness, Proposed Bills in the Georgia House and moreOur monthly podcast with Brian Johnson, Peachtree Corners city manager and your host Rico Figliolini, discuss Georgia House legislation,the pedestrian bridge installation planned for April, the Covid-19 Preparedness, the Night Market coming to Peachtree Corners Town Center and other news of interest. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park, in the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia2020-03-0148 minCapitalist SageWhy Digital Marketing is a Must in Every Small BusinessAre you missing something in your business marketing plan? Trent Phillips, CEO and founder of Bizography is here with great tips and advice for your digital marketing plan. Join Karl Barham, Rico Figliolini, and Trent as they discuss the best tactics for your business.Resources:Website: bizography.com2020-02-2447 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEFloyd M. Scott Running for Gwinnett County SheriffJoin Rico Figliolini as he sits with Gwinnett County Sheriff candidate, Floyd M. Scott to discuss Floyd’s thoughts on the Sheriff department and its role in the community. Get to know Floyd and his mission on this special episode of Peachtree Corners Life.Resources:Website: FloydScottSheriff2020.com2020-02-2443 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVETara’s Journey and the Georgia Asbestos Protection ActOn this very special episode of Peachtree Corners Life, Rico Figliolini sits down with Rich DeAugustinis to talk about the cause and effect of asbestos as Rich shares the heartwarming story of his wife Tara’s battle with mesothelioma. Join them as well as Georgia State House Representative (District 95) Beth Moore and Scott Hilton (Executive Director for the Georgians First Commission under the Office of the Governor) about their mission with The Asbestos Free Georgia Bill.2020-02-1647 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEMayra Cuevas, Author of YA novel Salty, Bitter, Sweet, talks about writing and diversity in literatureWant to learn what it takes to write a Young Adult novel that showcases diversity, characters that find success on their own terms and written by a person of color? YA novelist Mayra Cuevas debut novel is "Swalty, BItter, Sweet." Join host Rico Figliolini and Mayra as they discuss inspirations and writing methods that went into this fantastic book, her Puerto Rican heritage and her own family’s experience with divorce, grief, new beginnings and the healing power of food made with love.2020-02-0843 min
Peachtree Corners Life LIVEPrime Lunchtime with the City Manager: Micro-mobility Hubs, License Plate Recognition Cameras and MoreCity Manager Brian Johnson joins Rico Figliolini to discuss a possible Micro mobility Transit Hub, e-scooters, LG - MRI, Special Service Districts and updates on the pedestrian bridge, the Indigo Hotel, license plate recognition cameras and more. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia2020-02-0253 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVECandidate Keybo Taylor, talks about his run for Gwinnett County SheriffThere are many candidates in the upcoming election for Gwinnett County Sheriff, so whatmakes Keybo Taylor different from the rest? Join Rico Figliolini as Keybo shares stories about his life in Gwinnett, his opinions, views, and ideas of what he will do if elected Sheriff. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in the City of Peachtree Corners.2020-01-2949 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: How to fund your business growthBusiness banking and funding your business can be intimidating. Luckily we have the help of business banking expert Anita Davis - Chief Funding Matchmaker, sharing her sage advise on how to access capital and fund your business growth through SBA and alternative loans. Join Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini on the latest episode.Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia. Resources: Phone: (770) 365-0858 Website: Praxstra.com Linkedin: Anita Davis2020-01-2939 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVERabbi Yossi Lerman, talking about Chabad of Gwinnett, community outreach and his new bookNo matter what background we come from, whether it’s Jewish, Baptist, non-faith based, orotherwise, we can all agree that we want our world to be a better place - for our communities tothrive. Join Rico Figliolini as he speaks with Rabbi Yossi Lerman (of Chabad of Gwinnett), co-author of "Less Stress, More Joy" Scott Frank, and Jim Gaffey (Men's Club, of May Our Queen Catholic Church.2020-01-2054 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Building a Brick n Mortar Retail Business Based on Healthy LivingYou may not think much of eating your fruits and vegetables, but Matt Scott, CEO of Press, Blend, Squeeze and our guest on this episode of the Capitalist Sage has something to say about eating healthy. After prolonging his father’s life through diet and nutrition, he went on to open up his health food business to keep his community healthy too. Join Karl, Rico, and Mattas they discuss just exactly how he has worked his way into the health food business.2020-01-1437 minCapitalist SageBest Business Tools and Tips Gathered from 12 Capitalist Sage Episodes2019 is over and 2020 is coming fast! Join Rico Figliolini and Karl Barham as they sum up all of the greatest hits from this last year of the Capitalist Sage Podcast. Gather all of the tools you need to make 2020 the best year in business.2020-01-0638 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEPrime Lunchtime with the City Manager: CyberSecurity, Redevelopment, Performing Arts Center and moreJoin Rico Figliolini as he sits down with Brian Johnson, City Manager of Peachtree Corners and listen in as they discuss the challenges of protecting the city Online attacks, growing international interest in Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners, how a planned redevelopment authority will work, what a performance art center may look like, news about the Indigo Hotel and Innovation Lots and more.2019-12-2350 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEJane Park, Women’s Golf and the 67th KPMG Women’s PGA ChampionshipIn this episode of Peachtree Corners Life, Rico Figliolini video chats with Jane Park, pro golfer and upcoming player in the KPMG Women's PGA Championship. Coming to Atlanta in 2021, this championship golf tournament will have the largest purse in women's golfing history. Listen in as Rico and Jane talk about her history in the sport, her preparation for this historic event, and her life in Georgia.2019-12-2222 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEPeachtree Corners, Fitness & Friendships for the Win!Summary: There's more to fitness than just getting healthy, especially when you're in one of the three amazing groups that are featured in today's episode of Peachtree Corners Life. Join Rico Figliolini and Patrizia Winsper, and our many guests from the fitness groups; the Renegade Runners, Black Girls Run, and PC3. Hear about the commonalities and personal bonds that come from pushing the boundaries of fitness. Guests:Renegade Runners: John FervierBlack Girls Run: Prudence FranklinPC3: Randy Bailey2019-12-1649 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Brennen Dicker on the Business of Film FestivalsIn this episode of the Capitalist Sage podcast, Brennen Dicker, board member of the coming Atlanta Jewish Film Festival shares with hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini all the ins and outs of how this fantastic film fest got started and details about the exciting events to come in 2020.2019-12-1437 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEA Conversation with Democrat Mayor Teresa Tomlinson, Running for the U.S. Senate from GeorgiaSummary: In this episode of Peachtree Corners Life, Rico Figliolini sits down with Columbus Mayor and Democrat Teresa Tomlinson to discuss what she would do if she gets elected in the upcoming 2020 Senate race in Georgia. Listen in as they discuss topics of Political labels, immigration, technology, and the ever-changing world. Topic Timestamps: [00:00:30] Introduction [00:00:49] About Teresa and her first year of being Mayor [00:09:56] Political Labels [00:12:56] Changes in technology and the political response [00:20:04] Minimum Wage discussion [00:23:40] Education Funding and Student Loans [00:30:10] How to communicate in politics [00:31:56] Immigration issues [00:39:41] CDC...2019-11-2649 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Chamber Leadership in Southwest GwinnettOn this episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico sit down with the chair of the Southwest Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and Gwinnett Market President for Tandem Bank, Weare Gratwick. Weare shares everything that the Chamber of Commerce does for the community in Peachtree Corners and its surrounding areas. He also share inspiring business insight for how to get involved in the community.Resources:http://southwestgwinnettchamber.org/https://www.tandem.bank/“So between the different organizations, community organizations in particular, if you go back to when Peachtree corners became a city, and we do...2019-11-1434 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Beth B Moore discussing entertainment law, emerging trends, the film and music industryWhen it comes to the entertainment industry, there’s still a lot of trade secrets. Beth B. Moore ishere to explain some of the trickiest and most useful laws within the entertainment industry. Inthis episode of the Capitalist Sage, we join Rico, Karl, and Beth as they discuss entertainment law, emerging trends, the film and music industry, Georgia legislation and more.2019-11-0446 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: How Business Mentorship Empowers Entrepreneurs, with Erin IgleheartHave you ever had a business idea, wondered what tools you needed, or wanted to know how to just start? Join Rico and Karl as they interview Erin Igleheart, program manager with the Start Me accelerator program. Erin has experience and answers to all of the questions you may have about starting a business. Resources: https://www.startmeatl.org/Social Media: StartMe2019-10-2040 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Creating A Solid Foundation in the Beauty IndustryWorking and owning a Beauty Industry Business has its challenges and its own ups and downs.Geoffrey Frost, our guest on today’s episode of the Capitalist Sage, has gained wisdom throughhis experience in this trade. Join Karl and Rico as they chat with Geoffrey about what it takes tohave a good team, manage your business, and ultimately keep your clients happy.'Resources:Frost Salon(770) 680-4549FrostSalon@gmail.comSocial Media: Frost.Salon2019-10-0836 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEPrime Lunchtime with Brian Johnson - Olli, Autonomous Vehicles, 5G and Smart CityThis week on Prime Lunchtime, Rico Figliolini talks with City Manager, Brian Johnson about some of the new technological advances of Peachtree Corners. Autonomous cars, 5G technology, License Plate cameras, and much more as we discuss the concerns and excitement of the citizens of Peachtree Corners.2019-10-0430 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Laron Walker Scaling iOT Technology from Education to CommercialSummary: Today’s kids are learning advanced technology thanks to Mantis EDU and our special guest, Laron Walker. Join Karl and Rico as we learn how our children will fill the tech jobs of the future. Laron talks about the real-life implications of learning tech-skills young and how hands-on learning is the way to a brighter future. Resources: Mantis EDU Website: www.MantisEDU.co Twitter / Linkedin: LaronAWalker Sciberus Website: www.sciberus.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sciberus/ Phone: +1-404-478-20502019-09-2733 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Bill Frey’s Architect of IlluminationsHave you ever wondered who’s in charge of designing and setting up those amazing holiday light displays? Well, this week, Karl and Rico sit down with Bill Frey - entrepreneur and owner of Illuminating Design, a local business event, holiday and specialty lighting company. Bill talks about his path into creating a business and how he found a niche in the holiday lighting market during the 2008 economic recession. Additionally, he shares about his struggles and solutions to working in a seasonal industry2019-09-0931 minCapitalist SageLife-changing Leadership with Betsy Corley PickrenIn this episode of Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico sit down with Betsy Corley Pickren, an executive leadership coach. They talk about the importance of investing in leadership, no matter the size or shape of the business, and how to develop structures that promote leadership development in all employees in the business. Betsy shares that developing leadership skills can come in many different forms, whether through one on one coaching, meeting with a group of like-minded entrepreneurs, or finding someone to hold you accountable.2019-08-2439 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Business Leadership in Your CommunityOn this episode, Karl and Rico sit down with Lisa Proctor and Brad Kluesner, leaders within the Peachtree Corners Business Association (PCBA). We discuss the benefits of joining the PCBA, how it can turn the city into a home and community, and how businesses can get involved and give back to their communities.Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, GeorgiaResourcesPeachtree Corners Business Association: https://www.peachtreecornersba.com/2019-08-1034 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVECliff Bramble: A Culinary Adventure through ItalyIn this episode of Peachtree Corners Life, host Rico Figliolini sits down with Cliff Bramble, restauranteur, and owner of Hungry Hospitality, a restaurant, and hotel consulting firm. He has just gotten back from a delicious trip to Italy, and he shares his experience with some of the great, Italian food he enjoyed eating there. Cliff and Rico talk bistecca, proscuitto, paninis, and pizza, and Cliff also shares how he planned and maximized his trip. Enjoy the episode, and maybe have a snack nearby, because you’ll definitely be hungry by the end of this episode!2019-08-0336 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Wendy Kinney talking shop on effective networkingWendy Kinney, Power Generator, giving her sage advice on networking with your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, GeorgiaThree important points covered during the show:• What's the most important thing to get referrals?• How can people create credibility?• Give me a tool to help me be specific.2019-07-2739 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage : Entrepreneurs Creating Mobile Food EventsLentz Pean of Food Trucks Unlimited and Grubbin' Out ATL joined co-hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give his sage advice on mobile food events and the food truck industry.Lentz Pean is from Boston, Mass and is no stranger to business. In fact, he started running his family corner store at the age of ten. He went from Computer science major to school teacher, to police officer, then an entrepreneur. Currently, he owns Food Trucks Unlimited, a food truck fabrication company, Grubbin' Out, a local metro Atlanta Food Truck and is the Founder and a partner...2019-07-1530 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEPrime Lunchtime with City Manager Brian Johnson, Smart Cities, Curiosity Lab at Peachtree CornersCity of Peachtree Corners, Georgia City Manager Brian Johnson joins host Rico Figliolini in discussing news, developments and the future of the city. Plus, talk on the upcoming Smart City Expo Atlanta and Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners.2019-07-0345 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage : The Business Of Organic FarmingMicole and Musa Hasan from Bread & Butter Farms join Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give their sage advice on the business of Organic Farming. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia Thanks to Paul Duke STEM High School student Quinn Watch for handling the director studio work behind the camera.For more information please visit http://www.breadandbutterfarms.com/2019-07-0333 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Stop fighting technology, embrace it for your businessEntrepreneur Todd Wahl joins Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give his sage advice on embracing technology and getting IT to work for you. Our podcast Capitalist Sage is recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia. Thanks to Norcross High School's student Annie Fogle for handling our camera direction for our Facebook Live.2019-06-1535 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEStevie Bramble’s journey to promote Norcross High School’s IB programNorcross High School grad Stevie Bramble joins host Rico Figliolini to discuss her Norcross High School project and the IB Learner Profiles you’ll find in the school’s commons. Recorded at Prototype Prime in the #PeachteeCornersGa2019-06-0622 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Nonprofit as a small business, with Robin ChaninRobin Chanin joins Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give her sage advice on running a successful non-profit as a business. Recorded from Atlanta Tech Park in the city of Peachtree Corners, Ga.2019-05-3130 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEPrime Lunchtime with City Manager - Town Center Grand Opening, City Cameras and Living Lab NewsCity manager Brian Johnson and host Rico Figliolini discuss the Peachtree Corners Town Center grand opening, city video and license plate cameras, and what having a Living Lab means for economic impact.Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park, in the City of Peachtree Corners, Ga.2019-05-3140 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Top Three Mistakes People Make When Starting Their BusinessGlenn Kruse joins Capitalist Sage hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give sage advice on the top three mistakes people make when starting their business. Kruse is Area Director at UGA Small Business Development Center at Gwinnett.The UGA Small Business Development Center at Georgia State University is a public service unit that provides consulting and training to people trying to start their own business, and for small businesses development for those that are already operational. We are a part of the Robinson College of Business and one of 17 Georgia SBDC Network locations.Our professional...2019-05-2828 minCapitalist SageThe Business of Doing a Charity Event While in High SchoolShivani Desai and Jace Summers from @Taste of Gwinnett discuss how the business of fundraising works at the high school level, with your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Recorded from Atlanta Tech Park in the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia2019-05-0826 minCapitalist SageLearning e-commerce in the Education Tech FieldSage advise for e-commerce in the educational technology field with My eSTEAM Kits founder Jahari A. Soward, and your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Recorded and live streamed from Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia2019-05-0828 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Finding the Right Business for YouAlan Van Campen joins hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini with sage advice on how to find a business. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park from the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia2019-05-0130 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVELegistlative Recap with Representative Beth MooreRepresentative Beth Moore shares her experience under the dome and recaps this years legislation with Rico Figliolini. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia2019-04-2255 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: The Legal Pitfalls of Buying and Selling a BusinessA conversation with Attorney Corrie Thrasher about the legal pitfalls of buying and selling a business with hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Recorded in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia at Atlanta Tech Park2019-04-2228 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Preparing Your Business for ExitDavid A. Wood B2B CFO shares his sage advice on how to prepare your business for exiting, with your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Streaming from Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia.David A. WoodPartner, B2B CFO David brings over 25 years of executive leadership and financial management experience as a chief financial officer. He spent the first four years of his career in public accounting where he practiced as a licensed CPA. David then transitioned into the private sector and spent the next decade climbing the corporate ranks...2019-03-2829 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: The Business of Community FestivalsJody Pollack joins us from the Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival giving us his sage advice about the festival business, with your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Fecorded from Atlanta Tech Park in the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia2019-03-0829 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: MARTA and Business, with Eric Christ and Paige HavensMARTA Referendum How it Works for Business hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini having a conversation with Eric Christ and Paige Havens looking for their Sage advice and perspective.2019-02-2334 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEMARTA Referendum with Paige Haven and Marlon Allen, GoGwinnettMARTA referendum discussion, hosted by Rico Figliolini with guests Paige Haven and Marlon Allen of GoGwinnett. The vote is on Tuesday March 19, 20192019-02-0952 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Laura Laszlo on How the New Tax Laws Will Affect Your BusinessLaura Laszlo joins Karl Barham and Rico FIgliolini, providing sage advice on how the new tax laws will affect your business and your income.2019-02-0828 minPeachtree Corners Life LIVEPrime Lunchtime: Sprint's Big News for Peachtree Corners and MoreDuring this month's Prime Lunchtime with the City Manager, Rico Figliolini and Brian Johnson discussed Sprint's big news called Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners and what that means for economic development and cutting edge 5G expansion.Plus, we discussed other city news and interests regarding the Town Center, the Medlock Bridge Road roundabout progress, MARTA and transit, my new Peachtree Corners Magazine and more.2019-01-3053 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: Cliff Bramble on How to Thrive in the Restaurant BusinessKarl Barham and Rico Figliolini host of the Capitalist Sage - with guest Cliff Bramble giving his sage advice on how to thrive in the restaurant business.Recorded at the podcast studio of Atlanta Tech Park in Peachtree Corners, Ga.For more information Cliff Bramble and his company Hungry Hospitality visit http://www.hungryhospitality.com/2019-01-3032 minCapitalist SageCapitalist Sage: What Comes After Becoming a Franchise Owner, with guest Gary BirnbergGuest Gary Birnberg, entrepreneur and former Which Wich franchise owner talking business with your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini recording from Atlanta Tech Park2018-12-1326 min
Peachtree Corners Life LIVEA Conversation with Carolyn Bourdeaux, Candidate for Congress, Georgia 7thRico Figliolini speaks with Democratic candidate Carolyn Bourdeaux for Congress, who would be in part be representing Peachtree Corners. Recorded at Prototype Prime.2018-10-1930 min
Peachtree Corners Life LIVEExplore Gwinnett's Top 10 Food Bucket ListThis week in Peachtree Corners, plus Explore Gwinnett's Top 10 Food Bucket List with my Rico Figliolini and co-host Victoria Hawkins.1.Crave Pie https://www.cravepie.com/2.Masterpiece http://www.masterpiece-chinese.com/3.Jang Su Jang http://www.jangsujangatlanta.com/4.Uncle Jack’s Meathouse https://www.unclejacksmeathouse.com/duluth-ga-location5.Dazzle Dogs http://dazzle-dogs.com/6.Noble Fin http://www.noblefinrestaurant.com7.The Varsity https://thevarsity.com/locations/detail/3/The_Varsity_Norcross8.9292 BBQ https://www.facebook.com/9292KBBQ/9.Beren’s Frozen Custard http://www.berenscustard.com/10.O4W Pizza http://www.o4wpizza.com/2018-10-0510 min
Peachtree Corners Life LIVEGCPS’ Dr. Jonathan Patterson, Patrick Kane and Parent Mentor Jackie McNair talk Special EducationGwinnett County Public Schools’ Dr. Jonathan Patterson, Patrick Kane and Parent Mentor Jackie McNair talk Special Education, with co-hosts Alan Kaplan and Rico Figliolini.2018-09-2958 min
Peachtree Corners Life LIVEPrime Lunchtime with Brian JohnsonHost Rico Figliolini speaks with Peachtree Corners City Manager Brian Johnson about news, issues and topics affecting Peachtree Corners, GA. Thursday, August 30, 20182018-08-3155 min
Peachtree Corners Life LIVEEducational Choices: 5 Parents Share their Diverse ChoicesThe ED HOUR with Alan Kaplan and Rico Figliolini and guests discussing educational choices from charter schools to homeschooling, from public to privates schools. Three moms and two dads share their perspectives on educating their children. Schools mentioned include:Cornerstone Christian Academy (https://www.cornerstonecougars.org/)International Charter Academy of Georgia (https://www.internationalcharteracademy.org/)2018-08-311h 06