My thoughts on the PPP and EIDL loan and the crisis Today I talk about how to prepare for the next pandemic and how we could have better prepared our own private Pandemic Funds... As small business owners we were not prepared for this!

Episode 39 How to Navigate Our New Norm The world has changed forever! As a small business owner now is the time to pivot and adopt new sales strategies and platforms to interact with your clients. Millennials and Get Z have merged with Baby boomers and everyone will now play in the same field!

How to figure out if your Business is PROFITABLE. Anthony breaks down the process of working through the costs of running your business and helps you see how much you are actually making... Now more then ever this exercise is crucial to your business surging the 2nd Pandemic!

What Does 33 Million Unemployed Mean to Your Small Business? Anthony talks about the economic impact of the second pandemic... Unemployment and how that will impact your business over the next few years and methods to best insulate yourself for the coming roller-coaster of business!

Anthony reviews David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell.

Part 2 of Five Ways Small Businesses Can Survive the Covid-19 Pandemic

Updates from Anthony Vazquez and 5 ways for your small business to survive the Covid-19 pandemic.

Anthony Vazquez shares a quick status update on why the show has been put on a little hiatus and Silvia interviews him for a quick catch-up session. They discuss the stock market impacted by what's going on in the world right now and the inevitable economic downturn. They talk about the best practices for your business during a recession. Subscribe…

Michelle Rago and her team have produced and designed events as far-flung as New Delhi and the Cote d’Azur and, of course, from coast to coast on the continental United States. Michelle Rago Destinations was named one of the top planning companies in the world by Vogue, Harper’s BAZAAR & Martha Stewart Weddings. Anthony and Michelle sit down to tal…

"Just like cake, we always rise!" On this episode of the Anthony Vazquez Show, it is our absolute pleasure to have on a celebrated and beloved pasty chef Ron Ben-Israel of Ron Ben-Israel Cakes. His artistry is legendary and he is truly America’s cake maestro, the wizard and darling of the industry. His specialty and wedding creations are consistent…

Pejy Kash is a renowned & beloved event planned based in NYC. With over 14 years of experience in management in variety of industries from high end retail to technology and almost just as long in catering, event planning and sales, Pejy brings an incredible vibrance to every event he plans. After attending New York University and Stony Brook Univer…

Marcus Reid is a band leader of an immensely popular Marcus Reid Band of Hank Lane Music & Productions. With a B.F.A. in Music from Purchase College Conservatory of Music, Marcus has been a bandleader now for over 15 years performing up and down the East Coast with his band. Marcus has appeared on Broadway in Rock of Ages and Off-Broadway in Rock-T…

For this special Christmas episode of the Anthony Vazquez Show Anthony invites his father, Hector who was mentioned on the show a few times and who is a legend! Hector talks about his upbringing in Puerto Rico and his journey moving to America, building a family, and helping bring some of his siblings over from Puerto Rico. He talks about his work …

The roles have been reversed—for this special episode of the Anthony Vazquez Show, Anthony Vazquez is the one being interviewed by Silvia and talks about all things business, entrepreneurship, work ethics, drive, and dispenses invaluable advice to those who're starting out and want to run their own company. Anthony's career in wedding photography s…

Carats & Cake was founded in 2012 by Jess Levin Conroy while she was pursuing an MBA at NYU’s Stern School of Business. Having previously worked in Venture Capital, Jess saw an opportunity in the wedding space to build a better experience both for couples and businesses. To date, the company works with over 30,000 businesses and has become the go t…

From cookie dough covered ice cream to extra cheesy pizza, Tessa Gluck is the face behind the food instagram @FOOOODIEEE. Tessa’s account has escalated to over 500K followers with her “drool worthy” content. One of Tessa’s many milestones includes being recognized by Cosmopolitan as one of the top 15 food Instagram accounts to follow. In addition, …

Third and final installment in a series featuring Anthony's Professor Janet Farrell Leontiou who has a PhD in Rhetoric and specializes in the teachings of the Ancient Greeks and Viktor Frankl, the author of Man's Search for Meaning. The first and second installments focused on The Process and The Resistance, and this episode ties them together with…

Lauren Grunstein is the Vice President, Sales, PR and Marketing at Verstolo, a fine jewelry company whose owners are fourth generation diamantaires with hands-on experience in all facets of the diamond business. Verstolo brings precise workmanship, vast expertise, and a deep-rooted history to every diamond that bears its name. All Verstolo diamonds…

Silvia Perez was born in Venezuela and came to the States in 2015 to study at NYFA. With ten years of experience mainly in production, camera, directing and editing, documentaries and television, her background also includes being a creative producer at HBO & Cinemax. At HBO, Silvia was responsible for the production of on-air media content. Her re…

David Miller co-founded Label, a luxury clothing company that makes custom clothing company, in 2013 with his younger brother, Jeremy Miller. Label use high-end fabrics such as Zegna and Loro Piana and have offices in New York, Charlotte and Miami. They also service clients in other major markets, such as Chicago, D.C., Boston, LA, SF, and Dallas. …

Lena Martin is one of New York City’s top personal trainers and nutrition coaches. She offers programs and packages that unite physical fitness, nutrition, and mindset. With her own brand Fit Bride by Lee; she specializes in working with brides. Competitive by nature, Coach Lee qualified nationally in three NPC Bikini competitions earning recogniti…

This special edition of the Anthony Vazquez Workshops show was recorded in Element Music's studio and features Marianne Bennett: Founder & CEO of Element, New York City's top live music production and entertainment company. Stealing the show and winning over any crowd, Element Music has shot to stardom since Marianne Bennett opened her Manhattan ba…

Tinsel started eight years ago, on a kitchen table in Brooklyn and since then has grown to a multimillion-dollar company. Tinsel is committed to redefining luxury events through the execution of imaginative, immersive experiences for private clients and for brands like Mercedes-Benz, Spotify, L'Oreal, and Condé Nast. Tinsel has proudly produced eve…

With 15 years of experience, Michael Russo is a full-service event planning company with branches in New York, California and Florida. With Michael's inimitable sense of style and a flair for orchestrating unforgettable events, it comes as no surprise that he is in increasingly high demand among Hollywood’s brightest stars and some of the nation’s …

Anée Atelier is a New York City photography boutique led by best friend duo, Gina Esposito and Sheena Meekins. While, Gina is an accomplished photographer with more than 16 years experience capturing weddings throughout Manhattan, the Hamptons and destinations as far as Dubai; Sheena is a seasoned creative who co-founded Anée Atelier following an e…

Brittany Lo is Manhattan's go-to bridal beauty expert, Founder and CEO of Beautini. Beautini, is one of the top bridal beauty companies in NYC that has been featured in People Magazine, New York Times, The Knot, BRIDES and many more. Brittany with her combined 40K+ following is a regularly tapped expert by beauty brands including La Mer & Bare Mine…

Josh Spiegel is the President & Creative Director of Birch Event Design. Birch Event Design is a high-end décor, floral and production company that has produced hundreds of bespoke events to date—weddings, bar mitzvahs, corporate affairs, soirées—transforming New York City’s most iconic and eclectic venues for private and corporate clients. Birch E…

Kristie Alicea is a personal trainer in NYC who specializes in pre and postnatal market. Kristie was always passionate about fitness and began whole-heartedly pursuing her passion after she left her corporate job. Since then, she's gained expertise in personal and group training at large wellness brands such as Gold’s Gym, New York Sports Club, Equ…

José Rolón has been a nuptial maestro for almost a decade, and launched José Rolón events in 2013 the same year his son was born and his husband had passed away. With José Rolón Events, he quickly made a name for himself, and his planning and design aesthetic has made him one of the top rising wedding planners in NYC. His work has been celebrated w…

Part Two of the bonus series featuring Professor Janet Farrell Leontiou. This episode focuses on the concept of The Resistance as it pertains to The Process. Anthony & his guest speaker explore The Resistance through two perspectives: Steven Pressfield's idea of overcoming the work to achieve your goals and Ryan Holiday's view of resistance as your…

Elizabeth Savetsky is a stylist, an influencer, a mother of two and an activist passionate about social issues. Anthony & Elizabeth talk about building an authentic and loyal audience on Instagram and the dedication and the time that goes into it. Liz discusses following your passion for social activism, balancing work/life balance as a mother of t…

Anthony is joined by his college professor Janet Ferrell Leontiou who has a PhD in Rhetoric and specializes in the teachings of the Ancient Greeks and Viktor Frankl. This will be the first in the three part bonus series. In this first episode, Janet & Anthony talk at length about falling in love with the process vs obsessing over the goal and dedic…

Anthony sits down with one of the country's top business coaching experts, Victor Pierantoni, to discuss approaches to cultivating a company culture and an environment where employees thrive and work towards a common goal, as individuals and together as a team. Victor imparts tips on how to hire based on person's potential, how to build a like-mind…

Bobby Attiko is one of the most sought-after private party dance bands in the New York metropolitan area with a reputation stretching from Coast to Coast. Bobby’s charismatic persona, amazing voice and the unrivaled energy he brings to his band makes them the one to have for so many clients. Anthony and Bobby dig deep into what it takes to rise to …

Francesca Cerchione is a psychotherapist who works with couples and individuals. She's passionate about helping people find health and wholeness in themselves and in their relationships. Anthony and Francesca talk at length about the importance of trust, compassion, and vulnerability. They discuss the role that self-love and self-reflection play in…

Emily Reifel is the Empress Em of the events at The Plaza Hotel, a premier NYC wedding venue and the center of world-class events and prestige. Anthony sits down with Emily to discuss what it takes to ascend to the top of the event industry in New York, one of the toughest wedding markets. They chat about meeting and managing client's expectations …

Harris Lane is a lead vocalist and CEO of Hank Lane. As the president of Hank Lane Music, Harris has performed at hundreds of weddings, private parties and special events in his career. His band has been highly publicized in Bridal Guide, Inside Weddings, Gotham Magazine, the New York Post, and New York Magazine and has become one of the most sough…

Alain Martinez is a beauty & luxury wedding photographer based in Miami and NYC known for his unique eye, the discerning attention to detail, and his stunning bridal portraits. Alain also runs a Youtube channel dedicated to wedding photography tips for brides and wedding professionals. Anthony sits down to chat with Alain about creating "real" imag…

Elizabeth Riya Kumar founded Premini Events in 2010 in NYC. Being named "Planner of the Year" by the International Live Events Association, Priya has expanded the company to new heights by opening up several divisions under the brand. The company is now bi-coastal, with offices in NYC and LA, and is one of the most premier luxury wedding planning s…

Samantha Agostino is a celebrated bridal & fashion make-up artist whose work has graced numerous covers such as IAN and NJ Bride and been featured by top publications including Grace Ormonde, Carats & Cake and The Knot. Anthony and Samantha chat about work-life balance as well as exploring Sam's dual mom-entrepreneurial spirit, how she got started …