In the latest episode of The Entrepreneur's Journey, host Michael Pallozzi sits down with Duarte Monteiro, founder of Zen Sport, for an inspiring conversation about his unconventional path to entrepreneurship. Duarte, a former corporate executive turned performance coach, shares the highs, lows, and pivotal moments that led him to leave a six-figure corporate job and pursue his passion in the fitness industry. From Corporate Ladder to Martial Arts Training Duarte's story begins with a background in competitive athletics, including martial arts, where he competed nationally. His journey, however, took a detour when he pursued a degree in criminal justice, leading…

In this episode of The Entrepreneur's Journey, host Michael Pallozzi sits down with his nephew, James Paoletti, the owner, and partner of Spectrum Sports. James shares his transition from being a special needs teacher to launching Spectrum Sports, a unique program that offers sports and fitness opportunities for individuals with special needs. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, the impact of COVID-19 on his business, and the exciting plans for Spectrum Sports' future. Tune into this episode to also learn: How James transitioned from teaching to entrepreneurship. The role of Spectrum Sports in providing inclusive fitness programs. Challenges…

In the latest episode of "The Entrepreneur's Journey," Michael Pallozzi, President of HFM Investment Advisors, LLC, sits down with Mike Regina—a long-time friend, successful entrepreneur, and what Michael calls a "master entrepreneur." This episode dives deep into Mike's entrepreneurial journey, exploring his roots, drive, and the key elements that have shaped his diverse and successful business ventures. Early Beginnings: The Car Wash That Sparked a Dream Mike Regina’s journey into entrepreneurship began in his freshman year of high school. His first taste of business came from washing cars at his dad’s office buildings, a hustle that quickly transformed into a…

Welcome to another episode of the Entrepreneur's Journey Podcast. Host Michael Pallozzi sits down with Mike Regina, an entrepreneur with a dynamic background spanning multiple industries, from construction to auditing services. Mike shares his story of starting his entrepreneurial journey washing cars and eventually founding successful businesses, including a construction company with his brother and a freight auditing company with a trusted partner. The conversation highlights Mike's unique approach to entrepreneurship, the importance of strong partnerships, and how his faith and values have guided his career. Tune into this episode to also learn: How a childhood car-washing business sparked Mike…

In a recent episode of The Entrepreneur's Journey podcast, host Michael Pallozzi re-launched his show by diving deep into a conversation with Reese Valcich, a nutritional coach and founder of Revolution Health Coaching. This episode was not just a return to podcasting for Michael, but also an exploration of the intersection between entrepreneurship, health, and personal growth, as seen through Reese’s unique journey. The Entrepreneurial Shift from Athletics to Holistic Health Reese Valcich's path to becoming a health coach is rooted in a personal story that began with his father’s diagnosis of ALS. This life-altering event pushed Reese to explore…