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Few people are as impactful as Shari Hunter of Two Foundation. Discover how Two Café and Boutique is training exceptional people for the job market while making healthy and delicious food. Shari explains why Two is on a mission to spread hope, fight stigmas, and create a culture of integration. You can support the Two Foundation by visiting the Two Café & Boutique in Chagrin Falls, or using Two’s services and resources including summer camps. Companies with heart are invited to become business partners. And donations are always welcome. Find more information at www.twocafeandboutique.com. Watch the Today Show story on Shari and Two Café at www.today.com/health/cleveland-s-two-cafe-helps-people-disabilities-find-jobs-t124724 SHOW NOTES 2:10       Introducing Shari Hunter, Two Foundation, and Two Café; A good day for Shari; The job seekers and job training services at Two Café * 7:30       Two’s start and Derek’s impact; A better model for education; Exceptionalities in all of u

Step into the studio of Chad Verhoff, artisan, goldsmith, and owner of Jackson Grey Jewelers in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. After we talk about archery, homemade jerky, and crafting the perfect piece of jewelry, you’re sure to agree: There is no manlier-man than Chad. You can visit the Jackson Grey Jewelers Facebook page, but to get a true understanding of what he’s about, visit the store at The Gallery at 516 Washington. Don your bow ties and hats, meet Alex and Chad, and enjoy some bourbon at Derby Day @ Jackson Grey this Saturday, May 4th. Details at www.facebook.com/events/366752637383704 SHOW NOTES 1:15       Introducing Chad; From whence the Verhoffs came 6:30       A tour of the gallery; Crafting the perfect piece of jewelry; Birth of a jeweler 19:10    The perfect jerky and the joy of Archery; Getting out there and doing it 31:40    Derby Day at Jackson Grey; The local jewelry market 41:15    Lightning Round; A study of bourbon Stop worrying if your company is vulner

We’re talking business, marketing, and a little bit of everything with our old friend, Barry Jacobson of KMK Promotional Sales, LLC. Listen in for special deals exclusive to BPE listeners from KMK and GLF. You can reach Barry and check out the KMK website at www.kmkpromote.com, and be sure to stop by the KMK tent at the 2019 Blossomtime Festival May 23rd through 26th. What else we mentioned... Alex and Molly’s wine tasting was at Urban Vintner in Willoughby. The Willoughby Mac & Cheese Stroll has passed, so you’ll have to catch it next year. Sign-up for updates on how to purchase Molly’s book at apieceofmollysmind.com or follow Molly’s Next Project on Facebook Clarence Carter’s song Strokin' is borderline-NSFW, but you can do a YouTube search to learn the line dance. SHOW NOTES  * 1:20  Old breaking news and facing Mother Nature; Wine tasting and coining new words; Big news on Molly’s book; A Seussical experience leads to reflections on parenting * 28:00 Introducing Barry

We’re getting “Marvinized” by The Sales Doctor himself, Mr. Marvin Montgomery. As a motivational speaker, sales trainer, and Author, Marvin's tips will boost your selling success. Tune in to learn the most important way to connect with potential customers and clients and watch your sales rise. Get in touch with Marvin at www.MarvinMontgomery.com or by calling 216-509-0281. Marvin will be teaching “Mastering the Selling Essentials” at Tri-C Corporate College beginning May 1st. Details available at www.tri-c.edu/corporatecollege/professional-development/sales.html Be the first to know about Molly’s new book by following Molly’s Next Project on Facebook, or APieceOfMollysMind.com. Stop worrying if your company is vulnerable to lawsuits or liability and schedule a confidential, no-cost CM6 Vulnerability Check with Gertsburg Law Firm. Alex will walk you through the minefields in your documents and key processes and tell you how to fix them yourself. Call 440-571-7774 or e-mail mc@gertsburglaw.co

Download Episode Here What are you creating? Whether it’s a business, a book, a marketing campaign, or something else, you’ll want to hear what Sharon Toerek of Legal + Creative has to say. This intellectual property and marketing law attorney shares her journey building a business and how she protects innovators and their ideas. Find Sharon on Twitter @SharonToerek and LinkedIn  /sharontoerek. Visit legalandcreative.com to read about legal issues marketers face every day, like intellectual property rights, social media and content marketing compliance, and relationships. Leaders of Marketing Agencies will want to listen to The Innovative Agency Podcast on iTunes, Libsyn, or www.legalandcreative.com/the-innovative-agency. Stop worrying if your company is vulnerable to lawsuits or liability and schedule a confidential, no-cost CM6 Vulnerability Check with Gertsburg Law Firm. Alex will walk you through the minefields in your documents and key processes and tell you how to fix them yourself. Sc

Download Episode Here Spend some time with Fernando and Cristina Bertero of Fully Promoted - Cleveland West, as we follow their journey from Brazil to the US and find out their secrets to starting a business, including the importance of a strategy and core values. What happens when spouses work together? What happens when you join a chamber of commerce? Find out as you fall in love with this fun and spirited couple, just like we did. Visit Fully Promoted at fullypromoted.com/clevelandwest-oh, on Facebook at FullyPromotedCleveland, or on Twitter @embroidolmsted Anyone interested in learning more about the North Olmstead Chamber of Commerce should visit www.nolmstedchamber.org. Businesses on the east side can visit the Chagrin Valley Chamber of Commerce at http://www.cvcc.org. Stop worrying if your company is vulnerable to lawsuits or liability and schedule a confidential, no-cost CM6 Vulnerability Check with Gertsburg Law Firm. Call 440-571-7774 or e-mail mc@gertsburglaw.com to schedule you

Download Episode Here Travel to Africa with Alex, Molly, and Peter Balunek, Wildlife Ambassador and Founder of Peter’s Wildlife Safaris. Discover what it’s like to see wild animals in their natural state, and hear how The Satao Wildlife Foundation is helping local wildlife and communities. See photos from Peter’s trips and contact him at Peter’s Wildlife Safaris on Facebook, Instagram, or at peterswildlifesafaris.com. Reach out to Peter for more information on joining his medical trip in June. He is currently looking for MDs, RNs, eye and ear doctors, and volunteers. Stop worrying if your company is vulnerable to lawsuits or liability and schedule a confidential, no-cost CM6 Vulnerability Check with Gertsburg Law Firm. Alex will walk you through the minefields in your documents and key processes and tell you how to fix them yourself. Call 440-571-7774 or e-mail mc@gertsburglaw.com to schedule your CM6 Vulnerability Check today. Explore the full CoverMySix legal audit suite at covermysix.com.

Download Episode Here Alex welcomes back Jean Makesh, CEO and founder of The Lantern Group, whose award-winning assisted living and memory care facilities are getting international attention for their innovation. Follow Jean’s journey as an occupational therapist then entrepreneur, and consider what really matters in client care and service to others.  Visit lanternlifestyle.com and svayus.com to learn more about The Lantern communities and therapeutic approach. Watch Jean’s TED Talk, “Disrupting Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care,” at www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTcxRlTx9b8 Catch Jean on the Bridge the Gap podcast at btgvoice.com/?s=makesh Jean was previously a guest on Best.Podcast.Ever. Episode 13, but that show was one of our first, and we’ve come a long way since then. SHOW NOTES  * 1:23  We’ve come a long way; What Jean’s been doing * 7:07   Adventures of young Jean Makesh; Surviving Adolescence; Finding occupational therapy; Turning adversity into opportunity and dreaming big; Lessons lea

Download Episode Here Our favorite superintendents are back! Bob Hunt of Chagrin Falls School District and Nancy Santilli of Kenston School District return to the studio and give their perspective on the issues that mattered most to students in the 2018 We Solve Problems Essay Contest. Visit wesolveproblems-essay.com to read essays from finalists from each year of the contest. Stay informed of contest updates by joining the mailing list at mailchi.mp/5eadbcf306b8/wsp, or by following We Solve Problems Essay Contest on Facebook and Twitter (@WSPEssayContest). Like Brian Reardon's 5-0 Buffalo Chicken Dip on Facebook at www.facebook.com/50buffalo/. The sizes of the words in this “word cloud” are proportional to the frequency with which they were chosen as problems to solve by students in the 2018 We Solve Problems Essay Contest. Breakdown of topics selected by 2018 We Solve Problems Essay Contest participants SHOW NOTES: Welcome and congratulations, Molly - the transformat

Download Episode Here Are your clients and customers getting a premium, memorable experience? Bob Pacanovsky wants to make sure they do. As a Chief Hospitality Officer, Keynote Speaker, and Owner of The Black Tie Experience, Bob shares valuable lessons for business owners, including leadership models, management tips, and how to leave a lasting impression. Tune in and prepare yourself for the next level of entrepreneurship and growth. Visit www.BobPacanovsky.com for more information on Bob’s services. You can also connect with Bob on Facebook (Bob Pacanovsky - Black Tie Experience), Twitter (@BobPacanovsky) or LinkedIn (Bob Pacanovsky).  Mentioned in this episode: Authors: John Maxwell, Scott Gross Musician Herb Albert SHOW NOTES  * 1:20  Who is Bob Pacanovsky and the importance of creating experiences for clients * 7:15   Welcome Bob; Lessons learned from hospitality and catering * 12:30 Starting Paparazzi’s Pizza and becoming a preferred caterer * 18:00 Advice from hi

Download Episode Here Alex sits down on the mic and shares his most valuable habits and tips for growth with the Best.Podcast.Ever. audience. If you want to reach your goals and discover the strategies and tools that work to get you there, listen in. Recommended tools: Evernote Alex's Weekly Planner and Morning and Evening Questions [visit bit.ly/BPE75 for links] Inspiring People and Books: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World, by Cal Newport Tools of Titans, by Tim Ferriss Dan Sullivan of Strategic Coach Keep listening and learning: Alex's own coach, Gary Klaben, was our guest on Episode 58 – A Business Mindset. Diane Helbig was our guest in Ep 57 – Taking Care of Businesses. Diane provides business advice, coaching and consulting for small business leaders and sales professional from here in Ohio. Visit www.seizethisday.com to learn more. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE EVERS AND GEBLER FAMILIES! AND WELCOME TO THE WORLD, JOHN AND

Download Episode Here What's going on in Alex-land and Molly-town? Catch up with your favorite podcast hosts as they talk about life in town, their writing adventures, and what's entertaining them right now. Reserve your seat for the CVCC Awards Evening March 20th at www.cvcc.org/events/details/annual-awards-evening-2019-20356. Soulful Story Night is Feb 21st at SHED Boutique in Chagrin Falls. Learn more at www.shedchagrin.com/events-2 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Find out how Eryka Parker and Lyrical Innovations can help aspiring or established writers at lyricalinnovationsllc.com Alex recommends "On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft" by Stephen King and "The Artists Way" by Julia Cameron Paul Marnechek was our guest back in episode 15 Just the two of us! https://youtu.be/YWhOf_T9u1Y SHOW NOTES 0:55 A successful Restaurant Week and praises for chamber membership; A Northeast Ohio cafe tour 21:20 Twin update; Fashion career update and why we love Christian Siria

Download Episode Here We’ve got a treat for you, Chagrin Falls! Mr. Karl Maersch, President of Chagrin Falls Village Council and Founder of West Four IP, gives us the scoop on the hot issues facing the Village right now, including parking and historical houses. Plus, Alex regales us with tales from Argentina and we take bets on when the twins arrive. Find Karl on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/karl-maersch-a199627. Steve Crandall was our guest on episode 64 of BPE. The Dom Perignon enjoyed in this episode was provided by CheapFlightsFares.com Thanks CheapFlightsFares.com! SHOW NOTES 1:00       Surviving a storm; Stories from Argentina including a surprising New Year’s Eve; When are the twins getting here? 15:11    Introducing Karl; the right way to say Maersch 23:30    Mayor Maersch? What brought him into politics and making the village better; Hot issues in Chagrin right now 37:23    The debate over historical houses; What’s next 49:36    Starting a local decathalon;

Download Episode Here   Join Molly and Nelly for dinner in this special “live” episode from Chagrin Valley Restaurant Week, going through February 3rd. Careful listeners may find out where Molly will be this week and track down a gift card to one of 20 participating restaurants! Visit ChagrinValleyRestaurantWeek.com for menus and more. Watch for Karl Maersch on the show next week, and check out our playlists, including “Chagrin Valley Locals,” at www.thebestpodcastever.com/playlists or on our youtube channel at bit.ly/BPEyoutube Soulful Story Night hosted by Molly Gebler will be Feb 21st, 7pm-8pm at SHED Boutique. Learn more at www.shedchagrin.com Read the Cleveland.com article by Joan Ruseck at www.cleveland.com/chagrin-falls/index.ssf/2019/01/whet_your_appetite_for_chagrin.html Visit APieceOfMollysMind.com for Countertop Time and all of Molly’s projects SHOUT-OUTS IN THIS EPISODE TO: Cooper’s Hawk, Bull & Bird, Lowe’s Greenhouse, Jeff Griff, Laurie Dean, Sam Evers, Mary Ann

Find out what a Civic Club does from Bainbridge Civic Club officers, Justin Ryan and Mark George. Plus: teacher appreciation, fun history facts, and a passionate music conversation. Be sure you go to Facebook and “Like” Bainbridge Civic Club. You can also browse their website at sites.google.com/site/bainbridgecivicclub/home. Get to know Christi George, Mark’s better half, on episode 59. Gertsburg Law Firm is proud to roll-out CoverMySix for Small Companies and Startups!  If you’re a newer or smaller company, you’ll want this complete legal documentation portfolio to minimize your exposure to lawsuits and investigations.  And if you’re a larger or older company, check out www.covermysix.com to learn about the full CM6 audit suite. SHOW NOTES * 0:50       Hello from Bainbridge Civic Club; A friendly neighborhood competition? * 5:40       Traditional Pancake Breakfasts and Modern Ox Roasts; The evolution of Taste of Bainbridge; Cheering on Kenston’s football championship * 13:

Download Episode Here Sit back, relax, and feel the FLŌH with Mr. Jacques Evans, CEO of FLŌH Spirits, LLC, and founder of Golden Opportunity Foundation. Get a taste of an entrepreneur's journey from his roots in Cleveland Heights to the creation of “The Caviar of Vodka”. Join Alex and Molly to learn what makes this local brand different, and find out what’s happening in the nightlife scene nowadays. Plus, a fun lesson in the first amendment and find out about when Jacques was in Grease. Follow Jacques and FLŌH on social media @steadyfloh and @flohvodka, and visit the website at www.flohvodka.com. You’ll want to watch Jacques' pages for information on his Art Show at MOCA in February titled “HeART of the Cocktail” Learn more about how Golden Opportunity Foundation is supporting young entrepreneurs at Gofoundationinc.org Find the Princess Cupcake Jones collection at princesscupcakejones.com The Grease Sing-a-long just passed, but follow CVCC on facebook so you don’t miss the next fun eve

Download Episode Here Prepare to meet your favorite musicians through the eyes of Professor Gene Shelton, a former publicist for Motown Records and CBS, who worked with artists such as Curtis Mayfield and Lionel Richie. Molly is joined by guest co-host Nelly to learn what it was like to meet Diana Ross and Stevie Wonder. Plus, travel back through the decades at Kent State University and enjoy Gene’s collection of music memorabilia. Gene can be reached through his facebook page, or by email at eshelto1[at]kent.edu. Follow Molly’s new show "Countertop Time" at www.facebook.com/Countertop-Time-254430428564871/. Visit the News and Resources page of Gertsburg Law Firm website for free legal tips. Sign up for email notifications when a new article is posted to the GLF Legal Blog. Gertsburg Law Firm donates a portion of the fee for every Estate Plan created to The Center for Applied Research in Dementia. Contact Meg Pauken at (440) 571-7542 to schedule a consultation. Learn more about the work being done by Dr.