101 Lessons Podcast

Frank Kovacs has been a leading technology business executive for more than 30 years. He discusses creating The Breakfast Club NJ (TBCNJ) after the attacks of September 11, 2001 in an effort to help those who were out of work. More than 18 years later, TBCNJ is stronger than ever and Frank celebrated by co-authoring Career In Transition: 101 Lessons To Achieve Job Search Success

Ann Crandall is a leading marketer in sports and fitness. Most recently, she served as the first ever CMO of the Big East Conference. Previously, Ann held senior marketing roles with the National Basketball Association, New York Road Runners and Pac 12 Networks to name just a few. Ann discusses brand marketing past, present and future.

Chris Mirabelli is a Team USA 2020 Summer Olympic Games hopeful in the javelin. A four-time All-American and three-time Big Ten Champion from Rutgers University, Chris shares his incredible comeback story from a serious heart condition as well as his life as a professional track & field athlete and his journey to the Olympic Games in Tokyo.

Steve Shimchick is a piano player and one third of the rising musical force, Cold Weather Company. Steve discusses how he and his bandmates, Brian and Jeff, met at Rutgers University and transformed their passion for music into a professional career. He also discusses the important role marketing plays today in helping a band get noticed by fans and brands.

Tom Bernard is the Co-Founder of Sony Pictures Classic and the Co-Chair of the Asbury Park Music and Film Festival. Tom shares compelling stories of growing up at the Jersey Shore, his career in film and the evolution of the very popular Asbury Park Music and Film Festival.

Meg Sharp Walton is the Executive Director of the Monmouth County Historical Association. During our interview, she discusses why we should all take time to appreciate history including her association’s latest exhibit, Springsteen: His Hometown, a celebration of how Monmouth County is woven into Bruce Springsteen’s music. 

Torrel Harris is an NBA agent who has represented some of the greatest names in basketball. He is also the dad of a basketball playing family which features among others, Tobias Harris of the Philadelphia 76ers. Torrel discusses his role not just as a dad, but as the agent for his children.

Anne Candido is the Founder of Go for 2, a Brand “Love” Building consultancy, and a 20+ year veteran of Procter & Gamble. Anne authored a must-read book for everyone from start-ups to Fortune 500 brand marketers, The Super Highway of Relevancy: Getting More People To Choose Your Brand, More Often, Indefinitely. Anne shares her integrated marketing campaign experiences at P&G and why it is critical for customers to fall in love with your brand.

Jimmy Craft is the Executive Director of TopSpin Charity and Senior Director, Business Development and Strategy for Foxrock Partners. Jimmy shares how TopSpin has transformed over the past decade bringing together more than 15,000 people, including many celebrities, and raising more than $4 million for more than 25 nonprofit charity partners.

Matt MIller is the CEO of Embroker. He shares his experiences working for some of the world’s largest consultancies and how Embroker has revolutionized the insurance category for small and mid-size companies.