Phil Fornaro

Episode 164: LBM Flash Event: Soup & Bread 2026 with Terri Rivera

In this episode of LBM Flash Event, host I sit down with Terri Rivera, Director of Philanthropy at BEDS Plus, to talk about the organization’s mission, growth, and one of the community’s most beloved fundraisers, the 14th Annual Soup & Bread Event. Terri shares how BEDS Plus has evolved from a church-based shelter model into […]

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Episode 163: Execution Beats Ideas Every Time with Doug Price

Doug Price is the creator of The Agave Social Club, a leading platform and podcast dedicated to the stories, culture, and craftsmanship behind tequila. With over 100 interviews featuring industry experts — from legendary master distillers to emerging brand owners — Doug has become a trusted voice in the world of agave spirits. Through engaging

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Episode 161: The Business Model Behind Real Wealth with Christopher Volk

Christopher H. Volk is a veteran finance executive, financial modeler, and multi-time public company CEO with decades of experience designing and scaling real estate–based business models. He has co-founded and led several successful companies, including STORE Capital, a publicly traded REIT that specializes in financing operating company real estate, and attracted Berkshire Hathaway as a

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Episode 160: LBM Flash Moments: Ask Better Questions to Get Better Answers

I reflect on the importance of specificity in questions, using an anecdote from a comedy club to illustrate how open-ended questions can elicit negative responses. I emphasize the value of reframing conversations to maintain positivity, sharing personal experiences and advice from friends. I conclude by encouraging listeners to focus on positive perspectives and specific questions.

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Episode 159: Rewiring the Mind for Better Health with Ken Nelson

Dr. Kenneth S. Nelson is a distinguished family physician and healthcare leader with more than three decades of clinical, academic, and executive experience. He currently serves as Chief Medical Officer for UChicago Medicine and AdventHealth Medical Groups in the Great Lakes Region, where he guides clinical quality, physician engagement, and strategic growth. A graduate of

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Episode 158: LBM Flash Moments: Becoming Someone New, Slowly

I reflect on my positive experiences in 2025, including the growth of my podcast and my own personal development. I emphasize the challenge of others not recognizing personal transformation and stress the importance of verbalizing self-awareness. I advise setting new ground rules, rebuilding trust, and being patient with the process of change. Connect with Me: 

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Episode 157: From Constant Billing To Deliberate Growth with Margaret Burke

Margaret is passionate about partnering with law firm leaders to help them achieve their unique goals. Leveraging decades of experience consulting with lawyers, Partners, and small to mid-sized law firms, she founded MB Law Firm Consulting to help fill a need at small to mid-sized law firms: experienced and effective help. Margaret specializes in strategy,

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Episode 156: LBM Flash Moments: Learning To Think Clearly In Emotional Moments

I reflect on the importance of diversifying life and relationships. I also explore the role of psychology in decision-making, referencing Barry Ritholtz’s book on investment psychology. I emphasize managing emotional reactions in situations such as divorce and investing, advocating for logical thinking and self-awareness. I conclude by encouraging listeners to apply psychological principles to improve

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Episode 155: Building Relationships, Serving Well, and Seeing the Bigger Picture with Robert Mestman

Robert Mestman is an Orange County (California) Senior Assistant District Attorney and part of the Executive Management Team for DA Todd Spitzer.  He has been a criminal prosecutor for more than 24 years and also served as a special federal prosecutor and on the Board of Directors of the California District Attorneys Association. Prior to

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