The BCE Business Podcast

Biz Con Ed

The BCE Podcast is where business, technology, leadership, operations, and real workplace conversations come together. Hosted by Suleiry Matos, Founder and CEO of Biz Con Ed, with special guest appearances from business owners, industry professionals, leaders, and Biz Con Ed team members. Each episode brings practical insight, honest perspectives, and real conversations on business relationships, process improvement, CRM, technology, strong teams, and the day-to-day realities of building and leading a business.

  1. 2 days ago

    Tech Tuesdays: What Is CRM and How to Choose the Right CRM

    What is a CRM, and how do you choose the right one for your business? In this Tech Tuesday's episode of THE BCE BUSINESS PODCAST, Suleiry Matos and Suzanne DeWitt break down Customer Relationship Management in everyday language. We discuss when it’s time to move beyond spreadsheets, how automation and integrations can reduce manual work, and what to consider before choosing a platform. We also explore why clean data matters before adding AI, share why we chose Zoho One for Biz Con Ed, and explain how you can connect existing tools without replacing everything at once. Practical examples and honest conversation—no tech expertise needed! Enjoy a free 30 day trial of Zoho One Schedule a 1-hour free consultation with Biz Con Ed

  2. 2 days ago

    BCE Spotlight: 2026 New Business of The Year award presented by Hudson County Chamber of Commerce | HOLA New Jersey

    Biz Con Ed LLC has been honored as the 2026 New Business of the Year by the Hudson County Chamber of Commerce at HOLA New Jersey! In this special BCE Spotlight episode, founder and CEO Suleiry Matos joins Executive Assistant and co-host Suzanne DeWitt to celebrate this milestone and reflect on the journey behind it. We talk about building a women-run business, embracing our community, creating opportunities through mentorship, and setting an example for the next generation. It’s a conversation about gratitude, perseverance, purpose, and what’s next for Biz Con Ed. Thank you to our clients, family, friends, and community for being part of our story!

  3. 5 days ago

    Friday Shenanigans: You Remember That?! Childhood Throwbacks! East coast vs Midwest

    Welcome to Biz Con Ed’s “Friday Shenanigans: You Remember That?! Childhood Throwbacks”—a fun, unfiltered trip down memory lane with CEO and founder Suleiry Matos and Executive Assistant and co-host Suzanne DeWitt. Friday Shenanigans is our opportunity to step away from the formal business conversations, unwind after a busy week, and share some of the real-life moments happening behind the scenes at Biz Con Ed. In this episode, we’re heading back to the ’80s and ’90s to compare childhood memories from Paterson, New Jersey, and central Indiana. We grew up in the same era, but did we grow up with the same things? From neighborhood bodegas to Midwest comfort food, we discover plenty of shared favorites—and a few surprises!

    Friday Shenanigans: You Remember That?! Childhood Throwbacks! East coast vs Midwest

  4. 5 Oct

    Friday Shenanigans: As Per My Last e-mail

    What you want to say at work isn’t always what you should say! In this episode of Friday Shenanigans, Suleiry Matos and co-host Suzanne DeWitt tackle “Per My Last Email”—comparing workplace frustrations with their professional translations from both the boss’s and employee’s perspectives. From competing priorities and changing instructions to micromanagement and why a pizza party isn’t a raise, we share practical examples, honest reactions, and plenty of laughs. Plus, a little detour into childhood snacks and corner-store memories—because it wouldn’t be Friday Shenanigans without one!

  5. 30 Sept

    The BCE Mentorship Program: A Conversation with Ria Gray

    Every mentorship journey has a beginning—and Ria Gray will always be part of our 1year at The BCE Mentorship Program as our first college Student form Rutgers University - New Brunswick.In this episode of The BCE Business Podcast, Founder and CEO Suleiry Matos sits down with Ria Gray, the very first mentee in The BCE Mentorship Program and a member of our Summer 2026 cohort.

    The BCE Mentorship Program: A Conversation with Ria Gray

  6. 25 Sept

    Friday Shenanigans: When the money is green and the flags are red!

    Welcome to Biz Con Ed’s “Friday Shenanigans: When the money is green the flags are red!”—a fun, unfiltered end-of-week conversation between CEO and founder Suleiry Matos and Executive Assistant Suzanne DeWitt. Friday Shenanigans is our opportunity to step away from the formal business conversations, unwind after a busy week, and share some of the real-life moments happening behind the scenes at Biz Con Ed.In this episode, we introduce we talk about how we choose our customers and how we decide what is a red flag ad what warrants separation vs boundary setting.

  7. 22 Sept

    The BCE Mentorship Program: A Conversation with Shivani Thakrar (Spring 2026 Alumni)

    Every mentorship journey has a beginning—and Shivani Thakrar will always be part of ours.In this episode of The BCE Business Podcast, Founder and CEO Suleiry Matos sits down with Shivani Thakrar, the very first mentee in The BCE Mentorship Program and a member of our Spring 2026 cohort.Together, they have an honest conversation about Shivani’s journey, how she came to join the program, and her experience as a BCE mentee. It’s an opportunity to hear directly from Shivani and reflect on an experience that holds a special place in Biz Con Ed’s story.Our conversation explores:• Shivani’s journey and how she got to where she is today• How she became part of The BCE Mentorship Program• Her experience in the Spring 2026 cohort• Her perspective on being the program’s very first mentee• Reflections from both sides of the mentorship relationshipFor Suleiry, welcoming her first mentee onto the podcast makes this a particularly meaningful conversation. Teaching and mentoring are important parts of why she built Biz Con Ed, and this episode brings that part of the business into the spotlight.Whether you’re considering mentorship, thinking about becoming a mentor, or simply enjoy hearing people share their experiences, we invite you to join us for this conversation.

  8. 22 Sept

    Tech Talk for Dummies: CRM, APIs, SaaS & More

    Welcome to Biz Con Ed’s “CRM, ERP, API… Oh My! Business Tech Terms Explained”—a Friday Shenanigans: Couch Edition conversation between Founder and CEO Suleiry Matos and Executive Assistant Suzanne DeWitt.Have you ever sat in a meeting where everyone kept throwing around technology acronyms while you quietly wondered, “But what does that actually mean?” This episode is for you.Suleiry and Suzanne get comfortable on the couch to break down the business and technology terms we hear all the time. With everyday examples, honest questions, and plenty of laughter, they explore what these terms mean and how they relate to the systems businesses use to manage customers, connect applications, and keep operations moving.And in case you were wondering, API does not stand for “a pay increase”—although Suzanne certainly tried! 😂Our conversation covers:• What an API is and how it helps different software systems exchange information• Native integrations, custom API integrations, and third-party connectors• Where tools like Zapier, Zoho Flow, and Celigo fit into the conversation• Why an existing integration may not connect all the information your business needs• What a CRM does and how it helps manage leads, customers, and the sales process• B2B versus B2C—and how a business can serve both audiences• Selling services versus physical products• Tracking different sales processes, pipelines, and revenue streams• How analytics can help business owners make more informed decisions• ERP terminology and the role of accounting tools in business operations• Connecting customer information with financial information• What SaaS means and how AI can be used within a software product• Cloud-based software, on-premises systems, and what a server does• How remote access tools let you work on a computer from another locationThroughout the episode, Suzanne asks the follow-up questions that many people are thinking but may hesitate to ask. Suleiry draws on her experience with business consulting and software implementations to connect the terminology to practical business situations.You do not have to work in technology to ask questions about the tools you use. Understanding the language is a starting point for understanding your systems, communicating your needs, and making decisions for your business.Join the conversation in the comments: What business or technology term has left you confused? Which topic would you like us to explore next with more examples?

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The BCE Podcast is where business, technology, leadership, operations, and real workplace conversations come together. Hosted by Suleiry Matos, Founder and CEO of Biz Con Ed, with special guest appearances from business owners, industry professionals, leaders, and Biz Con Ed team members. Each episode brings practical insight, honest perspectives, and real conversations on business relationships, process improvement, CRM, technology, strong teams, and the day-to-day realities of building and leading a business.

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