The Chris Salerno Show

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...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Joshua Avitan, a jack of all trades with a unique career that spans risk compliance consulting for banks and designing ammunition. Joshua has seen it all—starting with hand machines in his garage to overseeing large-scale loading factories around the world. His versatile career has given him a deep understanding of manufacturing, risk management, and the challenges of starting a brand from the g...

In this episode, we sit down with Philip, a successful real estate investor who began his journey in 2011 with a small townhouse in Cornelius, NC. From there, Philip quickly scaled his investments, moving into single-family homes and duplexes before taking on larger apartment complexes. By 2016, he had exponentially grown his portfolio by purchasing a 20-unit, 19-unit, and 61-unit apartment complex with his brother, Paul, and siste...

In this episode, I chat with Will Hedrick, a 3x founder whose entrepreneurial journey spans custom furniture, luxury real estate, and now, a groundbreaking nonprofit aimed at changing how we donate. Will's story is one of passion, drive, and a desire to make a tangible impact on the world.

At 17, Will and his brother started their first company building custom furniture, and from there, Will moved into real estate, where he set...

In this episode, we’re joined by Palveshey, a psychedelic integration coach who specializes in helping leaders from all walks of life transcend trauma and unlock their highest potential. Through her work, Palveshey helps individuals identify and break through limiting beliefs and subconscious narratives that shape their behavior, health, relationships, and performance. Her unique approach combines powerful mind-body techniques with...

In today’s episode, we chat with Tyler Kotch, the owner and Chief Morale Officer of PIE.ZAA, a unique pizza place with a focus on quality, culture, and exceptional customer experience. Tyler’s career journey took an unexpected turn—transitioning from working in the operating room to running a business in the pizza industry. In this episode, Tyler shares how his attention to detail, a touch of OCD, and his no-nonsense attitude from ...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Montell Watson, a six-year veteran of Movement Mortgage, who is stepping into the newly created role of Director of Diversity Lending & Strategic Partnerships. Montell’s mission is to lead the charge in addressing homeownership disparities while advancing diversity and equity in the lending industry.

Montell’s journey at Movement has been nothing short of impressive. From his role as Director...