Mastering the Numbers: with Alicia Hindman of The Buckeye Lady | Episode 32

Joe Mallo • August 22, 2024

Welcome to another episode of Mastering The Numbers with your host, Joe Mallo!


In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Alicia Hindman, the Founder and CEO of The Buckeye Lady, to explore her inspiring journey of turning a passion into a thriving business.  Alicia shares her experience of growing a business from scratch, diving into the balance of creativity and numbers that drives her success.


We discuss what it takes to transform a simple idea into a profitable venture and how mastering the numbers plays a crucial role in making it all happen. Alicia opens up about the challenges and joys of entrepreneurship, offering insights that will resonate with anyone who's ever dreamt of building something of their own.


How do you turn a passion project into a successful business? What are the key financial strategies that help keep everything on track? Alicia brings a fresh perspective to these questions and more, leaving you inspired to pursue your own entrepreneurial dreams.


Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or someone looking to refine your business strategy, this episode is packed with practical advice and motivational insights.


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Episode 74 | Jeri Vespoli of Collaborative Marketing Strategies

By Alissa DeRouchie • July 9, 2025
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!

Episode 73 | Michelle Ramos of Don't Raise Statistics

By Alissa DeRouchie • July 2, 2025
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!
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