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As part of iHeartMedia’s commitment to the communities we serve, we are introducing CEO's You Should Know, a weekly podcast feature that profiles the businesses that drive our regional economy....
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As part of iHeartMedia’s commitment to the communities we serve, we are introducing CEO's You Should Know, a weekly podcast feature that profiles the businesses that drive our regional economy. CEO’s included in these episodes will represent small, large, local and international firms because all play a part in driving Pittsburgh's business community.
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5 MAR 2026 · Great events don’t happen by accident. Behind every unforgettable wedding, festival, or corporate celebration is someone making sure the right talent meets the right moment.
In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, we talk with Jackie Danko, Founder and President of Sound Advice Entertainment, a Pittsburgh-based full-service entertainment and event booking agency. For more than a decade, Jackie has been connecting clients with musicians, DJs, specialty acts, and speakers—helping create memorable experiences across weddings, corporate events, festivals, retirement communities, and private parties.
Jackie shares how she turned a lifelong passion for music into a thriving business, the art of matching performers with the perfect audience, and why relationships and reputation are everything in the entertainment industry. We also talk about her life as a performer with The Joe & Jackie Show and The Pittsburgh PolkaMeisters, and how being on stage shapes the way she runs her company.
It’s a conversation about entrepreneurship, creativity, and the business of bringing people together through music and entertainment.
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25 FEB 2026 · In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, we sit down with Brian McMahon — an entrepreneurial powerhouse who took the reins of his family’s business and transformed it into one of South Pittsburgh’s go-to home improvement and repair teams. As Owner and CEO of Ace Handyman Services South Pittsburgh, Brian brings over 7 years of hands-on leadership and business management experience to a company that helps homeowners and businesses solve their toughest property needs.
From his early hustle — kicking off ventures as a teen — to mastering the art of running a local services company, Brian’s journey is a testament to grit, community focus, and smart scaling. Under his guidance, Ace Handyman Services has become a trusted name across Monongahela, Bethel Park, West Mifflin, and beyond, tackling everything from drywall and carpentry to aging-in-place renovations with integrity and craft.
In this conversation we explore:
- How Brian’s entrepreneurial spirit shaped his leadership style
- Turning a hobby-driven start into a thriving home services business
- The balance between hands-on craftsmanship and strategic management
- What it takes to build trust in your community one customer at a time
If you’re curious about leadership lessons from someone who literally helps keep homes running — and who believes no job is too small — this is a CEO worth meeting.
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18 FEB 2026 · In this episode, we talk with Christi Robinette, CEO of Fragasso Financial Advisors, about her journey from financial advisor to leading one of Pittsburgh’s most respected wealth management firms.
With degrees in social work from the University of Pittsburgh, Christi brings a unique, people-first perspective to financial planning and leadership. We discuss how empathy shapes client relationships, her approach to building a collaborative culture, and what it takes to guide a firm focused on long-term trust and strategic growth. An inspiring conversation about leadership, purpose, and impact in today’s financial world.
https://www.fragassoadvisors.com/
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12 FEB 2026 · On this episode of CEOs You Should Know, we spotlight Kim Hudson, Chief Operating Officer of Seniors Helping Seniors Pittsburgh Northeast. A nurse with more than 30 years of experience in long-term care and senior services, Kim has built her career around compassionate, high-quality support for older adults. Today, she and her husband lead a non-medical home care agency dedicated to helping seniors age in place with dignity, safety, and independence. Kim shares how her clinical background shapes her leadership, why peer-to-peer senior care makes such a difference, and how their mission is creating meaningful connections throughout the Pittsburgh community.
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3 FEB 2026 · In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, we sit down with Lisa McIntyre, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Pittsburgh Automobile Dealers Association (GPADA), the powerhouse organization representing over 200 franchised automobile and truck dealers across Western Pennsylvania.
Lisa takes us behind the wheel of one of the region’s most influential trade associations — from championing local auto dealers and shaping industry advocacy to steering major community events like the Pittsburgh International Auto Show. With decades of experience advancing dealer success and fostering industry growth, Lisa shares her insights on leadership, navigating change in the automotive world, and how GPADA drives economic impact across the region.
We dive into how the organization supports workforce development, connects members with cutting-edge trends, and builds engagement that goes beyond the showroom. Whether you’re passionate about business leadership, regional economic development, or the future of mobility — this conversation with Lisa McIntyre is one you don’t want to miss
https://www.gpada.com/
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1 FEB 2026 · Val Porter sits down with Eric Wabrick, Founder and CEO of Autology AI, to talk about making artificial intelligence practical and profitable for today’s businesses. Eric breaks down the myths around AI and explains how companies—especially small and midsize organizations—can use smart automation to streamline operations, boost productivity, and drive real ROI. He shares his entrepreneurial journey, lessons learned, and why strategy and education are critical before implementing AI tools. If you’re curious how AI can truly impact your bottom line, this conversation delivers clarity, insight, and actionable takeaways.
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21 JAN 2026 · Andrea Soltis of GrandEvents knows how to turn “overwhelming” into effortless. Based in the Pittsburgh area, Andrea brings 10+ years of event-coordination experience, helping clients plan everything from weddings and private celebrations to professional business events. Her style is personal and flexible—whether you need full-service planning or just support bringing your vision to life, she’ll meet you where you are and make every detail feel handled. Andrea’s passion started with organizing a community fundraiser—and it’s grown into a business built on creating unforgettable moments.
https://grandeventsplanning.com/
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7 JAN 2026 · The 9th annual Pittsburgh Travel Showcase™ returns to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center
for three big days: Friday, Jan. 23, through Sunday, Jan. 25. AAA’s travel data shows that excitement
for traveling is at a high, and the Showcase is the best spot to book vacations this year! The one-of-a-kind event brings travel service representatives from various international, national, and regional exhibitors to one convenient location. Showcase attendees can also access more than 100,000 square feet of displays, Vacation Planning Seminars, and AAA Travel Advisors to book their dream trips on-site!
https://www.pittsburghtravelshowcase.com/
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18 DEC 2025 · Dr. Nicole Coleman is a faith-driven entrepreneur, author, and community leader dedicated to service and second chances. She is the founder of Ada Mae In Home Care Agency, providing compassionate, high-quality care to seniors and individuals with disabilities. In recognition of her leadership, she received an Honorary Doctorate from Emersong Christian University. Dr. Coleman also leads Sherise Catering Services, creating opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals, and Miracle Solutions God We Trust, supporting children and adults with special needs. Guided by unwavering faith, Dr. Coleman continues to uplift her community through purpose-driven leadership and compassion.
https://www.adamaeinhomecareagency.com/
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10 DEC 2025 · Tony Mazzarini turned his entrepreneurial vision toward Pittsburgh’s heritage by transforming a 19th-century rickhouse into The Distillery Complex — a six-story, multi-use landmark that is home to Big Spring Spirits’ distillery, tasting room and bottle shop, a rooftop bar with panoramic city views, a cigar lounge, event spaces and more. Under his leadership, the project blends historic preservation with modern hospitality, reviving a long-dormant pre-Prohibition whiskey site and offering a new destination for craft spirits. It’s a project that honors the past, serves the present — and pours the future.
https://www.thedistillerycomplex.com/
https://www.bigspringspirits.com/
As part of iHeartMedia’s commitment to the communities we serve, we are introducing CEO's You Should Know, a weekly podcast feature that profiles the businesses that drive our regional economy....
show more
As part of iHeartMedia’s commitment to the communities we serve, we are introducing CEO's You Should Know, a weekly podcast feature that profiles the businesses that drive our regional economy. CEO’s included in these episodes will represent small, large, local and international firms because all play a part in driving Pittsburgh's business community.
show less
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