The Chris Salerno Show

This week on The Chris Salerno Show, we welcome Seyi Olusina, healthcare professional, community connector, and the voice behind Queen City Unleashed, a podcast dedicated to sharing the untold stories of Charlotte.

Since launching Queen City Unleashed, Seyi has interviewed everyone from restaurant owners and comedians to nonprofit founders and estheticians—all with one goal: to highlight the people who make Charlotte thrive. Beyond ...

This week on The Chris Salerno Show, we sit down with Cyrus, an entrepreneur and CEO who’s redefining the luxury automotive experience in Charlotte, NC. From operating a premier dealership and car storage facility to creating a think tank and coworking space built around the concept of a business lifestyle, Cyrus has carved out a unique niche where passion for luxury cars meets entrepreneurial vision.

With over a decade of experienc...

This week on The Chris Salerno Show, meet Jean Briese, a powerhouse speaker and former Fortune 10 sales leader whose story will stop you in your tracks. From growing up forgotten and overlooked to becoming an award-winning businesswoman, Jean shares how she transformed pain into purpose and became a voice for resilience.

We dive into her memoir From Forgotten to Fierce, how she helps teams unleash their potential, and the mindset sh...

This week on The Chris Salerno Show, we’re turning up the volume with morning radio host Miguel Fuller. From falling in love with radio as a teenager in Atlanta to co-hosting a top-rated morning show here in Charlotte, Miguel’s journey is a story of passion, perseverance, and the power of connection.

Miguel shares how he went from managing his college radio station to building a career in cities like Savannah, Panama City Beach, and...

Back for his second appearance on The Chris Salerno Show, Kris Bennett returns with powerful insights into the world of self-storage and flex space investing. As the Founder of Bennett Investments and the newly appointed Managing Partner and COO of QC Flex Spaces, Kris is at the forefront of two of the most resilient and rapidly growing asset classes in commercial real estate.

Since 2017, Kris has closed over $130 million in acquisi...

This week on The Chris Salerno Show, we’re joined by Vidya Raman—former Fortune 500 executive turned executive coach, keynote speaker, and author of the best-selling book Lucky You. Vidya helps ambitious professionals break through plateaus by sharpening their communication, building authentic connections, and growing their influence in high-stakes corporate environments.

In this episode, Vidya shares her journey from boardrooms to ...

In this special episode, we’re joined by two incredible leaders from Charlotte Angels, Camille Maara and Nicole Hanks, who are dedicated to providing critical support to foster families and children in the Charlotte community. Camille and Nicole are both passionate advocates for children in foster care, and they share how Charlotte Angels is making a transformative impact on the lives of these children and their families.

Since join...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Todd Collins, the President and CEO of Red Hill Ventures, an investment firm based in Charlotte, NC. Todd has a diverse background, from managing projects at Accenture to founding Nationwide Compliant, a tech firm that was later acquired by a global Private Equity firm. Under his leadership, Red Hill Ventures has excelled in commercial real estate, managing a portfolio that spans multi-family, o...

In this episode, we’re joined by Elijah Brown, the founder of GoldHawk, a capital markets advisory firm and direct investor in multifamily real estate. Elijah has a wealth of experience in the real estate and financial sectors, having worked as an investment analyst at Bank of America and later as a manager at Healthpeak Properties, where he participated in $4B of transaction volume.

Elijah founded GoldHawk in 2017, where he’s raise...

In this episode, we’re joined by Matt Picheny, a true multifamily rock star whose unique journey blends real estate investment, coaching, and even a Tony award! With over 15 years of experience revitalizing communities through real estate, Matt has invested in over 10,000 apartments nationwide, helping individuals create passive income streams that allow them to design their ideal lifestyle.

Matt is the author of the #1 best-selling...

In this episode, we’re joined by Brian Wagers, the Chief Investment Officer at Elevate Commercial Investment Group, who has made a remarkable transition from a successful sales career to becoming a multifamily real estate powerhouse. Brian started by producing over $100M in sales, but his passion for real estate led him to focus on building a portfolio of multifamily properties.

Over the past 7 years, Brian has completed 26 multifam...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Jey Yokeley, an accomplished business leader with a diverse career that spans multiple industries including technology, energy, logistics, and real estate. Jey is currently the Chief Revenue Officer at TransImpact, where they’ve been instrumental in driving growth, after serving in several leadership roles within the company since 2017.

Alongside their work at TransImpact, Jey is also the Co-Foun...

In this episode, we sit down with Pat Hiban, a man who went from being labeled “Learning disabled with Speech Deficiencies” as a child to becoming one of the most successful real estate agents in the world. Despite early struggles in sports, academics, and social life, Pat took the only job that didn’t have a barrier to entry, real estate sales, and went on to achieve extraordinary success.

By consistently applying six key steps, Pa...

In this episode, we’re joined by Yonah Weiss, a powerhouse in the world of property owners' tax savings. As the Business Director at Madison SPECS, a national leader in cost segregation, Yonah has helped clients save over a billion dollars in taxes through the powerful strategy of cost segregation. With a background in teaching and a passion for real estate, Yonah shares his expertise in helping property owners unlock signific...

We’re thrilled to welcome Joey Garuccio back to The Chris Salerno Show for his second appearance, where we dive deeper into the world of Bitcoin and its growing relevance in today’s changing financial environment. In this episode, Joey explores how Bitcoin functions from a technological perspective while focusing on its importance in the face of declining capital market quality, rising inflation, and real yields continuing to decre...

In this episode, we’re joined by Greg Silberman, a seasoned CPA with more than 20 years of international financial expertise across Europe, Asia, and North America. With an impressive background spanning public accounting at Grant Thornton, derivative accounting for JPMorgan Chase, and management consulting, Gregory brings an extensive range of skills to his work with high-net-worth individuals and growing businesses.

Nearly a decad...

In this episode, we sit down with Brian Keane, a seasoned professional with 25 years of capital markets experience and over $3 billion in investments transacted. Brian’s career spans multiple roles, from advisor and banker at investment banks to co-founder, director, and advisor to dozens of private and public companies in both the USA and Canada. Today, Brian is the Chairman and CEO of DiaGen.ai, a cutting-edge pre-IPO Gen AI comp...

In this episode, we sit down with Ben McDonald, a true entrepreneurial success story whose journey began at just 19 years old while he was a college sophomore. Starting a basketball training company, Status Pro Athletics, from his dorm room, Ben grew it into a regional business that trained NCAA Division 1 athletes and overseas professionals. After selling his first business at 24, he made the pivotal decision to pursue a career in...