CEO's You Should Know - Pittsburgh

CEO's You Should Know - Pittsburgh

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.

Episodes

CEO, Bill Craig of Fein Tools USA

April 23, 2025 • 16 mins
FEIN is renowned as a globally active company with roots in Germany that is synonymous with high-quality power tools and accessories, designed for the toughest jobs in industry and manual trades. Having laid the foundations by inventing the electric hand drill, the first power tool in the world, in 1867, Wilhelm Emil Fein founded the FEIN company. FEIN now holds more than 700 active industrial property rights, including around 500 ...
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CEO, Mike Salanick of Fayette Furnace

April 16, 2025 • 19 mins
Michael T. Salanick is President and Owner of Fayette Furnace Co. and Strictly Ductless. With 40+ years of experience in management, sales, and marketing across multiple states, he has grown Fayette Furnace from $1.5M to $5M since 2015. Known for innovation, leadership, and relationship-building, he brings a proven track record of business growth.
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CEOs, Phil and Jenn Tompkins of Rent The Chicken

April 10, 2025 • 41 mins
Thinking about backyard chickens? Rent The Chicken makes it easy! They deliver a portable coop, egg-laying hens, feed, supplies, and instructions—no guesswork needed. Enjoy fresh, healthy eggs within days. Great for families, foodies, or anyone curious about chicken keeping. Seasonal rentals with the option to adopt. https://www.rentthechicken.com/
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Dr. Christina Clark, President at La Roche University

April 2, 2025 • 33 mins
Dr. Christina A. Clark stands out due to her diverse career in both academia and leadership. Her expertise in Greek and Roman poetry, combined with her administrative roles at multiple universities, showcases her blend of scholarly depth and strategic vision. Her commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion further enhances her appeal, along with her rich background in dance, having studied and performed ballet at prestigious ins...
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PRESIDENT, Chad Weaver of Weaver Homes

March 26, 2025 • 27 mins
Chad Weaver grew up in home building, learning the trade from his father. Though he once dreamed of becoming a pilot, he returned to the family business after 9/11. Now leading a thriving company with 150 closings annually, he’s committed to quality, customer care, and building homes that stand the test of time. https://weaverhomes.com/
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CEO, Dionne Malush of Realty ONE Group Gold Standard

March 11, 2025 • 29 mins
Realty ONE Group Gold Standard has thrived for over six years as the pioneering ROG franchise in the Pittsburgh/Western PA area. Building on the brand's formidable success on the West Coast, founders Michael Hanlon and Dionne Malush recognized its perfect match with Pittsburgh's evolving landscape. Today, Realty ONE Group stands as the fastest-growing real estate brand in the United States. True to Pittsburgh's Black and Gold spiri...
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CEO, Ray Rozycki and CMO, Harmon Rozycki of Boba POPS

March 4, 2025 • 21 mins
As the world began to emerge from the challenges of COVID, Ray Rozycki, CEO of Boba POPS, recognized a unique opportunity to unite communities — starting with his own family. With his son, Harmon, graduating from college, Ray envisioned a meaningful bond and a lasting creation they could share together. This vision became Boba POPS, led by this dedicated father and son pair, working together each day to bring their vision to the ma...
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Dr. Elizabeth MacLeod Walls of Washington & Jefferson College

February 26, 2025 • 8 mins
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CEOs, Courtney Guerrieri of Central Westmoreland Habitat for Humanity and Patrick Coffman of Mt Pleasant Window & Remodeling

February 20, 2025 • 18 mins

Habitat for Humanity partners with people in your community, and all over the world, to help them build or improve a place they can call home.  https://cwhfh.org/

Home is Where the Heart is Gala on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at THE VENUE LIVE! at LIVE! Casino. Our Gala is our yearly event full of incredible prizes, amazing food, and a fun evening to help support Central Westmoreland Habitat for Humanity's mission of building homes in ...
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CEO, Javid Shojaie of Toys For Pittsburgh Tikes

February 12, 2025 • 19 mins
Toys For Pittsburgh Tikes Annual Gala is Saturday, April 5th at Stratigos Banquet Center in North Huntingdon. Get tickets today at https://www.toysforpittsburghtikesevents.com/

Helping children in the Greater Pittsburgh area by giving "New" toys, books, and premium play items during the festive season and throughout the year!
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CEO, Lisa McIntyre of GPADA Talks 2025 Pittsburgh Auto Show

February 5, 2025 • 4 mins
The Pittsburgh International Auto Show is an annual event held at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in the heart of Pittsburgh, PA. The Auto Show is a great, family friendly environment that brings auto enthusiasts together to check out a wide variety of new vehicles from manufacturers in a non-selling environment. Auto manufactures will be displaying the latest in safety features that will keep tabs on drivers distracted by ...
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CEOs Jennifer & David Perelman of King's Jewelry

January 21, 2025 • 26 mins
Kings Jewelry has been celebrating love for over 100 years and is locally family owned and operated. We are diamond specialists and have been since 1914 when Jacob Perelman founded the first store in Wheeling, West Virginia. King's Jewelry has established a reputation for value, quality, and service. The 7 locations can be found in New Castle, Monaca, Hermitage, Washington, Cranberry Twp, St. Clairsville and East Liverpool. https:/...
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CEO, Kathleen Beaver of Animal Friends

January 15, 2025 • 34 mins
For more than 80 years, Animal Friends has been saving, impacting, engaging, enriching and affecting the lives of the pets and people of our region. Since our humble beginnings in 1943, we have grown into a full-service companion animal welfare organization serving the pets and people of Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. With our progressive programs, Animal Friends is leading the way toward making our community a safer and more...
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CEO, Don Tacik of Armstrong Comfort Solutions

December 11, 2024 • 9 mins
Armstrong Comfort Solutions is your best choice for all your heating, cooling, or plumbing needs. Our team is trained on every HVAC or plumbing problem you may encounter in your home or business.

If ever you find yourself in a heating, cooling, or plumbing crisis, we’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. And we guarantee 100% customer satisfaction.
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Chachi Angelo from Pennie.com - PA's Health Insurance Marketplace

December 4, 2024 • 12 mins
Think health coverage is out of reach? Pennie gets you the lowest costs on high quality insurance.  Here’s how we do it: https://pennie.com/
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CEO, Will Pickering of Pittsburgh Water

November 20, 2024 • 28 mins
PWSA is now: Pittsburgh Water.  Pittsburgh Water, a simplified name that inspires better understanding of the life-essential services that Pittsburgh Water provides. Tap in to lear more at https://www.pgh2o.com/
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Administrator, Kelli Tamewitz RN;BSN of Bridges Hospice

November 15, 2024 • 30 mins
Bridges was founded by a nurse, who currently still owns and is an active part of the company. We are not a nationwide organization but local and homegrown. No one is a number in our system. The Bridges culture is one that understands every patient and family has unique preferences, values, and needs. It is important to us that we offer respectful and responsive care that not only meets but exceeds all expectations. https://www.bri...
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CEO, Seana Rader-Lois & Kelly O'Connor of Kelly O's Diners

October 23, 2024 • 35 mins
A woman-owned and operated family business serving up legendary breakfast and lunch at three locations across the greater Pittsburgh region. Plus...Look for the Ozone Restaurant coming in 2025!
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CEO, Don Albensi of Core Event Center

October 17, 2024 • 24 mins
Don Albensi has owned the building since 2012. The previous tenants opened Antonelli Event Center in 2014 and recently decided to retire, so Don is now taking on this exciting new endeavor! The Core Event Center offers a large capacity facility, with multiple rooms for events including weddings, parties, school functions and fundraisers. His desire is to also host live performances by many local artists covering all genres.
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CEO, Greg Weimer of Confluence Financial Partners

October 9, 2024 • 25 mins
Confluence Financial Partners is a Pittsburgh based wealth management firm focused on helping maximize lives and legacies. Confluence was founded to create a new standard in the financial services industry for clients and associates alike. From its founding, the mission has expanded to help people maximize their lives and legacies through financial planning, investment management, and a commitment to service. 

Confluence Wealth Serv...
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