Episode 68 | Joe Gionti of K9 Heroes for Heroes

Alissa DeRouchie • May 28, 2025

On this episode of Mastering the Numbers, we sit down with Joe Gionti, the founder and CEO of K9 Heroes for Heroes, an inspiring nonprofit that provides life-changing service dogs to veterans and first responders at no cost. Joe shares the challenges and triumphs of starting a nonprofit, the incredible impact these specially trained dogs have on their handlers, and the importance of building a strong community and support system as an entrepreneur. 


Discover how passion, resilience, and collaboration have propelled Joe’s mission forward, and learn why these “angels without wings” are saving lives one wag at a time. 


Whether you’re interested in starting a nonprofit, supporting veterans, or just love a good story about making a difference, this episode is packed with valuable insights and heartwarming anecdotes. 


🎧 Listen now to learn more about Joe's inspiring work and how you can help support K9 Heroes for Heroes. 

S2 Episode 11 | Erin Rudy of Milestone Home Design

By Joe Mallo • April 8, 2026
What if you could see your home renovation or design project before it even begins? That’s exactly what Erin Rudy, founder of Milestone Home Design, specializes in! In this episode of Mastering the Numbers , Erin shares how she uses cutting-edge 3D visualization technology to help homeowners and businesses bring their design dreams to life. From moving walls in a basement to reimagining entire spaces, Erin’s approach makes the process fun, efficient, and stress-free. In This Episode: How 3D visualization can save time, money, and headaches during home design projects. Erin’s inspiring journey from a corporate career to building her own thriving business. The biggest challenges she’s faced as a business owner and how she’s overcome them. Why collaboration and clear communication are key to successful design projects. Whether you’re planning a remodel, dreaming of a new space, or just love hearing entrepreneurial success stories, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration! 🔗 Connect with Jon Saluk: LinkedIn 📌 Mastering the Numbers — Real business insights from real entrepreneurs. New episodes every week.

S2 Episode 10 | Jon Saluk of Priority Payment Systems Pompano Beach

By Joe Mallo • March 11, 2026
Jon Saluk is a 23-year veteran in merchant services and owner of Priority Payment Systems. Learn how to escape Stripe lock-in, negotiate better rates with interchange-plus pricing, and optimize your payment processing to save thousands annually. Jon shares practical business advice on delegation, time management, staying calm under pressure, and building lasting client relationships. Plus: How to earn 2.75-4% interest on your business reserves while maintaining liquidity. In This Episode: The hidden costs of proprietary payment platforms Interchange-plus pricing explained Unified commerce ecosystem solutions Scaling through delegation (not burnout) Building client loyalty through exceptional service 🔗 Connect with Jon Saluk: LinkedIn 📌 Mastering the Numbers — Real business insights from real entrepreneurs. New episodes every week.
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