Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners, entrepreneurs and influencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

Service, Family, and Showing Up — The Many Lives of Ray Rambowski

This smooth, high-energy episode spotlights Ray Rambowski—a CEO, volunteer, proud girl-dad, and all-around connector who turns good intentions into real outcomes. We talk about the power of simply talking to people, reading the room, and choosing to show up for the right reasons.

Ray opens up about:

• Grey Bull Rescue — the volunteer-led nonprofit he supports that extracts and evacuates Americans in crisis zones and disaster areas. From Afghanistan to Ukraine to Maui and LA wildfires, their missions have saved thousands of Americans. Ray shares jaw-dropping stories from founder Brian Stern’s team and a mother’s unforgettable reunion with her son.

• Family & mentorship — how he champions his daughters’ careers and why being present beats being perfect.

• Raydar Entertainment — the side venture he built with his daughters to book artists and elevate events without taking a cut from talent.

• Spray-Tek — his day job leading a specialty ingredient contract manufacturer serving flavor, fragrance, pharma, and nutraceutical brands.

• Community — the joy of creating positive culture at Crystal Springs and why surrounding yourself with good people changes everything.

It’s optimism with receipts: real missions, real impact, real love for family and community. If you need a boost of faith in people—and a playbook for doing more than talking—start here.

Learn more / support: greybullrescue.org
Booking & music venture: Radar Entertainment
Ray’s work: Spray-Tek (specialty ingredient manufacturing)

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners, entrepreneurs and influencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

From Division I Athlete to Building NYC’s Premier Triathlon Club — Alison Kreideweis of Empire Tri Club

In this episode of LocalBizCast, we sit down with Alison Kreideweis, founder of Empire Tri Club, the largest triathlon club in New York City and one of the most recognized clubs nationwide.

Alison’s story is one of passion, persistence, and vision. A standout Division I soccer player at Bucknell University, she went on to work in multisport coaching and project management before realizing she wanted something more. Partnering with her cousin, Alison turned an idea into a brand, and then into a powerhouse club that now serves over 150 clients with 14 coaches—training everyone from complete beginners to Ironman champions.

We dive into:

• How her background from growing up in Upper Saddle River and being a D1 athlete at Bucknell and a psychology graduate shaped her approach to coaching

• The lessons she learned building programs, connections and communities at SBR Multisports

• The bold leap of launching Empire Tri Club with nothing but a website, merchandise, and a sports fair table

• How Empire has grown into an award-winning, nationally recognized club, voted Best Tri Club in the Northeast 3 years running

• What it takes to inspire and train athletes at every level, from couch-to-5k to Olympic-level competition

Whether you’re an athlete, an entrepreneur, or someone who loves stories of turning passion into a thriving business, Alison’s journey will leave you inspired.

🏊‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Learn more: empiretriclub.com
Instagram: @empiretriclub

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners, entrepreneurs and influencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

From Chicago Roots to NYC Medicine — Dr. Rachel Bier on Endocrinology, Empathy, and the Future of Care

In this inspiring episode of LocalBizCast, we sit down with Dr. Rachel Bier, a brilliant and compassionate Endocrinologist whose journey into medicine is as unique as it is powerful.

Growing up outside Chicago, Dr. Bier was first introduced to endocrinology through her mother, who lived with juvenile diabetes. She witnessed the challenges—and breakthroughs—when her mother joined a groundbreaking medical study at Northwestern University focused on pregnancy and diabetes. That early spark shaped her career path in profound ways.

After moving to New York to help her sister settle in, Dr. Bier quickly fell in love with the city’s culture and stayed, working as a nanny while preparing for medical school. She began at City College taking biology courses. In medical school she originally set on becoming an OB/GYN, but soon pivoted into primary care and found her calling in endocrinology.

In this conversation, Dr. Bier shares:

• Her life-long connection to endocrinology and how personal experience shaped her career.

• The grit and determination it took to break into medicine while working and studying in NYC.

• Why empathy and authenticity are at the center of her patient care.

• Insights on everything from thyroid disorders to the modern GLP-1 craze for weight loss.

• Her passion for educating patients, empowering them, and walking alongside them through their health journeys.

Dr. Bier’s story is one of perseverance, passion, and deep care for people. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand why her patients—and now our listeners—adore her.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners, entrepreneurs and influencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

From Driveway Experiment to Growing Business — Chuck Trottere of Pinecrest Cedars

In this episode of LocalBizCast, we meet Chuck Trottere, founder of Pinecrest Cedars, a side hustle turned passion project that’s bringing beauty and practicality to backyards and sidewalks with handcrafted cedar planter boxes.

What started as a simple attempt to start a vegetable garden quickly turned into something much bigger. After building two boxes—one for himself and one “extra” that sat in the driveway—Chuck’s wife "encouraged" him to get rid of it. A quick post on Facebook Marketplace turned into many hits very quickly, and soon, he ended up selling both boxes. That’s when Chuck realized he had stumbled onto something special, and Pinecrest Cedars was born. Now his biggest critic, his wife, became his biggest fan and even helped plan and design the logo he uses.

Chuck shares:

• How a DIY project turned into a business with real demand

• Why he loves woodworking and how it balances his career in pharmaceutical and medical device sales

• His dream of turning this side hustle into a full-time career

• The joy of building something and creating that helps people have gardens and flowers and spaces they love

• Growing up in Waldwick, NJ, and raising his family in Woodcliff Lake while building this venture

This is a story about creativity, persistence, and the magic that happens when you follow a spark of inspiration.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners, entrepreneurs and influencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

From the Soccer Field to Spotless Offices — Ricky Garbaccio of RMS Cleaning

In this episode of LocalBizCast, we sit down with Ricky Garbaccio, owner of RMS Cleaning, a full-service commercial cleaning company built on family values, hard work, and dedication to customer service.

Ricky grew up in Glen Rock, NJ, where he was an exceptional soccer player with dreams of going pro—until an ACL injury changed his path. After returning home, he stepped in to help with his father’s business, Rick’s Maintenance Service. When his father passed in 2012, Ricky took over and began expanding what is now RMS Cleaning into a trusted name for small and mid-sized businesses across the area.

In this episode, Ricky shares:

• His journey from athlete to entrepreneur

• How he grew his father’s company into a thriving business

• Why being a small, family-owned business gives him an edge in customer care

• The full range of services RMS Cleaning provides—floors, windows, dusting, vacuuming, and more

• His passion for helping smaller offices that often get overlooked by bigger cleaning companies

• Why customer service and affordability are the cornerstones of his success

Whether you’re doing the cleaning yourself or unhappy with your current provider, Ricky makes it clear why RMS Cleaning should be your first call. With a free on-site quote and personalized service, he makes keeping your business spotless easier than ever.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners, entrepreneurs and influencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

Igniting Fitness — How Joe Fusco Took Corefire from Workout Obsession to Multi-Location Success

In this episode of LocalBizCast, we sit down with Joe Fusco, owner of Corefire, to hear how a single workout turned into a thriving fitness brand with multiple locations and a growing franchise.

Joe grew up in Wayne, NJ, and was on track to become an athletic trainer—until a friend convinced him to try a new kind of workout. He brought his then-girlfriend (now wife), and they were instantly hooked. That first experience sparked a journey that took Joe from hesitant coach to confident business owner.

We cover:

• How Joe went from coach to manager to owner—and now, multi-location entrepreneur

• The decision to expand Corefire into three locations, with Old Tappan opening soon and Wayne on the horizon

• The unique workout philosophy that compliments other fitness routines rather than replacing them

• How he and his wife have built an incredible culture where coaches have autonomy and studios each have their own personality

• Why long-term staff retention has been key to their success

Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast, aspiring business owner, or just love an origin story about taking risks and winning big, this episode will light a fire under you—literally.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners, entrepreneurs and influencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

From Runways to Renovations — Janet Barcus of J Barcus Design on Crafting Spaces That Inspire

In this high-energy episode of LocalBizCast, we sit down with the dynamic Janet Barcus, founder of J Barcus Design, to hear how a globe-trotting career in fashion turned into a passion-fueled business in interior design.

Originally from Long Island, Janet studied language and business at American University and went on to work in the import/export world with fashion giants like Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein. After traveling the world and staying in some of the most luxurious hotels on the planet, Janet found herself mesmerized by the beauty, ambiance, and detail of high-end interior design—and a spark was lit.

We explore:

• How international fashion and luxury hotels ignited her design journey

• The pivot from fashion to design while raising a family in Woodcliff Lake

• Her late nights at Parsons School of Design while building her dream career

• How she grew her business from helping friends to working across NY, NJ, the Hamptons, the Jersey Shore—even Florida

• Her love for bathrooms, kitchens, and full-home transformations—and how she brings both elegance and energy to every project

If you’re thinking about refreshing a space or taking on a full renovation, you’ll want Janet’s eye and enthusiasm and industry discounts in your corner.

Local Biz Cast Weekly Spotlight on Business Leaders

Dr. Pete Wohl of The Spine and Health Centers of New Jersey proudly presents the LocalBizCast, a weekly podcast featuring conversations with prominent business owners, entrepreneurs and influencers throughout the area. Tune in every week for new insights, stories, and success strategies from local entrepreneurs making an impact in the community.

From Monkey Mayhem to Main Street Vet — Dr. Rachel Black’s Wild Ride to Woodcliff Lake

In this unforgettable episode of LocalBizCast, we sit down with Dr. Rachel Black, veterinarian and founder of Woodcliff Lake Veterinary Hospital, to hear one of the most inspiring and entertaining journeys to owning a vet practice you’ve ever heard.

Dr. Black knew from the time she could speak that she was going to be a veterinarian—and she didn’t let anything stop her. Not rejection letters, not poop-throwing primates, not even a global pandemic.

Her story includes:

• Working at a primate medical research facility in Atlanta (yes, with monkeys that throw poop)

• Getting accepted to vet school in St. Kitts—on the spot—after walking into an open house in NYC

• Graduating and heading to Colorado to work with large animals before returning to NYC for 14 years

• How COVID ultimately led her to Woodcliff Lake—and why she knew this town needed its own veterinary hospital

• Taking the leap and opening Woodcliff Lake Veterinary Hospital in May of this year

Dr. Rachel’s energy, perseverance, and love for animals radiate in this episode. If you love animals, entrepreneurship, or just a wild backstory with a perfect ending, this one’s for you.