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, Dr. Rebecca Pounds of Cherry Way Dental

June 25, 2025 • 19 mins
Meet Dr. Pounds of Cherry Way Dental—an award-winning dentist, mentor, and mom. With advanced training in bioesthetic and cosmetic dentistry, she’s one of just four Level IV certified dentists in PA. When not creating smiles, she’s exploring nature with her family or mentoring fellow dentists across the region. https://cherrywaydental.com/
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CEO, Evan Markowitz from Casa of Westmoreland

June 11, 2025 • 29 mins
CASA of Westmoreland, Inc., is a volunteer-based organization providing a voice in the courts on behalf of abused and neglected children in Westmoreland County. The recommendations of these volunteers assist the courts in determining the child’s placement in safe, permanent and nurturing homes. https://www.casaofwestmoreland.org/
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CO-OWNER, Lea Kinnemann of Bully Max Dog Food, Supplements, Treats & More

June 3, 2025 • 18 mins
Dogs are more than companions—they’re family. That’s why every Bully Max product is designed for performance and well-being. From muscle-building formulas to everyday care, we offer everything your dog needs to thrive. https://shop.bullymax.com/
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CEO, Chuck Bailey of True North

May 27, 2025 • 35 mins
Chuck Bailey, Founder & CEO of True North LLC, blends 26+ years of operational expertise with a passion for helping businesses grow. Since 2012, he’s led True North’s nationwide consulting and back-office services, driving client success, community impact, and entrepreneurial ventures across multiple industries.
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CEO, Susanne Cole of Pressley Ridge

May 21, 2025 • 27 mins
Susanne Cole, President & CEO of Pressley Ridge, has devoted over 35 years to helping vulnerable children and families thrive. Adopted at birth, her personal story fuels her passion. Under her leadership, the nonprofit has grown significantly, serving 8,000+ annually with innovative, community-based child welfare programs across seven states. https://www.pressleyridge.org/
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Andrew Medlar of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Talks About The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books 2025

May 14, 2025 • 10 mins
The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is a free event that celebrates the city’s rich literary community and love of reading. Poets, authors and readers gather at the Festival to pay tribute to Pittsburgh’s growing literary reputation. The festival features local and nationally-recognized authors, dozens of poets, children’s activities, bookstores, entertainment, publishers and more. https://www.pittsburghbookfestival.org/
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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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