S2 Episode 3 | Brian Summerfield of Cornerstone Mfg Group

Joe Mallo • October 15, 2025

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!  

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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