Proprietors of Pittsburgh Podcast

Darin Vilano
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Proprietors of Pittsburgh Podcast

This is Pittsburgh – a place where a rich heritage of making things and a fierce independent nature come together to create a thriving entrepreneurial community. Whether you’re a small business owner looking for ideas or inspiration or you’re an enthusiastic supporter of local businesses, you’ll find it here. I’m your host, Darin Vilano, and this is the Proprietors of Pittsburgh Podcast.

  1. APR 8

    Bet on Yourself | Jeff Krakoff, Owner of Krakoff Communications

    In a way, Jeff Krakoff is an accidental entrepreneur. Early in his career, the firm he was working for fell on hard times, and he wasn’t sure what his next move would be. Then came a call with an opportunity that required him to start his own business. Thirty years and a few detours later, the rest is history. His son joined the firm a few years ago, and together they are building the next generation of Krakoff Communications.

    37 min

  2. MAR 16

    Surround Yourself With Good People | Toni Shelaske, Owner of Healthy Pet Products

    Toni Shelaske, a self-described serial entrepreneur, purchased Healthy Pet Products in 2008. She leveraged her background in retail management to grow the business from one small storefront to four expanded locations, including one in Florida. In this episode, we cover how she got started, why pets mean so much to her, and what her future plans are for the business.

    33 min

  3. SEASON 12 TRAILER

    Introducing Season 12 | Proprietors of Pittsburgh Podcast

    Season 12 is here! I have a great lineup of “in studio” interviews coming your way. Get ready for some inspiring stories and engaging conversations with Pittsburgh’s small business community.

    2 min

  4. FEB 29

    Get Good First | Destin LeCornu, Owner of Sunset Place Studio

    Come with me as we check out Sunset Place Studio and learn more about what it’s like to work in the music industry.

    37 min

  5. FEB 20

    Keep Nurturing Your Idea | Claire Landuyt, Owner of Chez Lapin

    It was a real pleasure to get a personal tour of Claire Landuyt’s production studio for Chez Lapin. A space like this is generally not open to the public, so I am happy to be able to share this experience with all of you for this episode.

    37 min

  6. 09/01/2023

    Adopt an Abundance Mindset | Chi Ilochi, Owner of Styling By Chi

    Chi Ilochi has certainly made an impact in Pittsburgh’s budding fashion industry. Her business, Styling By Chi, aims to include a wide range of people, especially those marginalized by the traditional mainstream corporations. She has been featured in many national publications for her work, and her non-profit projects have also caught the attention of the local media. In this episode, Chi shares how she overcame the internal challenges she faced to get where she is today.

    41 min

  7. 05/25/2023

    You Have to Be Patient | Dean Privett, Co-Owner of Moments Climbing USA

    Dean Privett is a passionate and perseverant entrepreneur. Although it took 10 years and many twists and turns in his career, he eventually formed a business partnership that allowed him to open his first indoor climbing gym in 2020. Dean is a veteran in the industry, and he talks about the many jobs he held that put him in position to successfully run gyms in multiple locations. As a co-owner of Moments Climbing USA, he and his team are planning to expand nationally from their Pittsburgh headquarters.

    40 min

  8. 04/04/2023

    Spend the Time to Get Advice | Nikhil Asher, M.D., Founder of Aspirational Health

    Dr. Nikhil Asher is an entrepreneur as well as a physician and medical director. While pursuing his Executive MBA at the University of Pittsburgh, his primary project was the development of a business plan for an integrated health and wellness center. In 2022, Dr. Asher’s dream became a reality when he launched Aspirational Health, a unique facility that incorporates lifestyle, behavioral, and medical care all under one roof.

    41 min
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This is Pittsburgh – a place where a rich heritage of making things and a fierce independent nature come together to create a thriving entrepreneurial community. Whether you’re a small business owner looking for ideas or inspiration or you’re an enthusiastic supporter of local businesses, you’ll find it here. I’m your host, Darin Vilano, and this is the Proprietors of Pittsburgh Podcast.

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