Host Joe Mallo interviews Diana Simmons, co-founder and CEO of Simply Cabinetry, to explore how she turned leftover materials into a successful cabinetry business. Diana discusses her journey to franchising, overcoming challenges, and balancing leadership with family life. Gain valuable insights on scaling a business, simplifying processes for clients, and staying resilient through obstacles. Perfect for entrepreneurs and anyone passionate about business growth. 🔗 Connect with Diana Simmons LinkedIn: Diana Simmons, CFE www.simplycabinetry.com 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs a little entrepreneurial inspiration!

Join Joe Mallo as he speaks with Ami Rizek, founder of Doki Doki Kawaii Shop, Northeast Ohio’s only anime and kawaii-focused store. Ami shares how she turned her love for Japanese pop culture into a thriving business, the challenges of running a small shop, and the importance of learning to delegate. She also talks about building a community for fans and her plans to grow the store. Tune in for an inspiring story about passion, hard work, and creating a space where everyone feels they belong! 🔗 Connect with Ami Rizek ami.rizek@gmail.com https://www.dokidokikawaii.shop 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs a little entrepreneurial inspiration!

Host Joe Mallo welcomes Lena Wilson, founder and CEO of Uncle Crunch, to Mastering the Numbers. Lena shares her inspiring journey from being a single mom facing job loss to building a successful freeze-dried treat business now featured in nearly 200 stores. Learn how Lena turned challenges into opportunities, the lessons she’s learned as a first-time business owner, and her exciting plans for the future—including a new line of freeze-dried pet treats! 🔗 Connect with Lena UncleCrunch.com @UncleCrunch on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs a little entrepreneurial inspiration!

Discover how Brian Summerfield is driving growth in the manufacturing industry, embracing innovation, and mentoring the next generation of talent in this engaging discussion with host Joe Mallo. Brian shares his journey from corporate life to small business ownership, and his passion for restoring U.S. manufacturing, and the importance of self-leadership and harmony in work and life. Brian also shares his insights on work-life harmony, the value of mentorship, and how to stay focused in a fast-changing industry. Whether you're a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about the manufacturing world, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. 🔗 Connect with Brian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansummerfield/ www.tqmfg.com 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs a little entrepreneurial inspiration!

Join Joe Mallo in this episode of Mastering the Numbers as he chats with the inspiring Bridget Tipton—architect, interior designer, adjunct professor, and co-owner of Bell Tower Brewery. Bridget shares her journey from traditional career paths to becoming a multi-entrepreneur, balancing creativity, community, and business growth. Discover how Bridget's passion for adaptive reuse and historic preservation shapes her work at Studio Inlay, her philosophy on breathing new life into old spaces, and the challenges she’s faced as a woman entrepreneur in architecture. Plus, hear how Bell Tower Brewery became a hub for connection and creativity in Kent, Ohio. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a lover of design, or just curious about the intersection of business and creativity, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and a reminder to "jump in—the water is fine." 🔗 Connect with Bridget: Studio Inlay: studioinlay.com Bell Tower Brewery: Follow on Instagram @belltowerbrewery  Tune in now, and don’t forget to hit subscribe for more stories from inspiring entrepreneurs!

In this powerful Season 2 premiere of Mastering the Numbers , host Joe Mallo sits down with Kristi Horner, founder and executive director of Courage to Caregivers, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting unpaid family caregivers. Kristi shares her deeply personal journey from caring for her younger brother through mental illness to launching a movement that now serves caregivers across the U.S. Through innovative peer support, group coaching, suicide prevention, and mindfulness programs, Courage to Caregivers is transforming how we approach caregiver well-being. Together, Kristi and Joe explore why so many people don’t recognize themselves as caregivers, and why that mindset needs to change. They talk about the importance of self-care as an act of strength, not selfishness, and the challenges of launching and growing a nonprofit during a global pandemic. Kristi also reflects on how caregivers can build resilience, set boundaries, and find balance between personal and professional responsibilities. Finally, she shares the organization’s vision for preventing caregiver burnout and creating stronger, healthier communities. 👉 Learn more: couragetocaregivers.org Tune in now, and don’t forget to hit subscribe for more stories from inspiring entrepreneurs!

Dive into this inspiring episode of Mastering the Numbers as host Joe Mallo sits down with Jeri Vespoli, founder of Hop Connections, to explore the transformative power of networking. Jeri sheds light on her innovative approach to fostering genuine connections through intentional, science-backed communication techniques. From building bridges in the business world to creating impactful moments in schools and corporations, she shares how Hop Connections is redefining the way we connect and collaborate. Learn how Jeri’s unique strategies are designed to help small businesses thrive, mitigate workplace disengagement, and even curb bullying among kids. With over two decades of experience and a focus on collaboration, her insights are packed with actionable takeaways for anyone looking to improve their networking game or forge meaningful relationships. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives on why communication is the key to success. 👉 Want to learn more about Hop Connections? Visit hopconnections.com . Tune in now, and don’t forget to hit subscribe for more stories from inspiring entrepreneurs!

In this powerful episode of Mastering the Numbers , host Joe Mallo welcomes Michelle Ramos , founder of Don't Raise Statistics , a for-profit civic movement that is redefining how community impact is structured, funded, and scaled. Michelle shares her remarkable journey from surviving personal trauma to building a grassroots movement that empowers marginalized voices and directly challenges systemic barriers. Her model—built in the absence of help—uses for-profit strategies, transparency, and a pay-it-forward system to transform underserved communities in the U.S. while supporting third-world countries in need. In this episode, Michelle discusses why she chose to shift from a nonprofit vision to a for-profit civic model, and how a devastating fire became the turning point for her mission. She talks about how lived experience—not just formal education—shapes her leadership, and how her $2M crowdfunding campaign is designed to fund brick-and-mortar community centers across multiple cities. Michelle also explores the importance of acting quickly in times of crisis, avoiding red tape, and creating solutions rooted in the real needs of people—not assumptions. 📍 Learn more or get in touch: 🔗 LinkedIn: Michelle Ramos 📧 Email: catharticcatalyst@gmail.com Tune in now, and don’t forget to hit subscribe for more stories from inspiring entrepreneurs!

In this episode of Mastering the Numbers , host Joe Mallo sits down with Scott Hubble, founder and CEO of Awaken RV, for an honest and inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, innovation, and the power of people-first leadership. Scott shares how two decades in the RV industry led him to a pivotal moment of reinvention—stepping away from a successful corporate career to build something entirely new from the ground up. Hear how his passion shifted from product to people, and how Awaken RV is more than a business—it's a call to create, connect, and wake up to new possibilities. 👉 Visit https://www.awakenrv.com to learn more. 📞 Contact: (330) 778-0004 Tune in now, and don’t forget to hit subscribe for more stories from inspiring entrepreneurs!