Building businesses, developing teams, delivering value
Entrepreneurship is not simply about having a good idea. It's about execution, surrounding yourself with capable people, managing finances responsibly, and adapting when circumstances change.
Founder · Today
A family-owned, veteran-owned heating and cooling company serving the Jersey Shore. Prime Comfort Group handles heating, air conditioning, boiler and water heater repair, installation and maintenance for homes across Ocean, Monmouth, Burlington and Middlesex counties. Formerly known as Prime Heating and Cooling.
Earlier chapters
By the age of 32, I had built and sold my first company. Throughout my career I've been involved in real estate development, franchising, consumer businesses and the home services industry.
Real Estate Investor & Custom Home Builder
My business career began with buying, renovating and selling residential properties. That grew into building custom homes and speculative residential construction: finding opportunities, assembling teams, managing projects and creating something tangible.
Franchise Owner & Northeast Business Manager
In 2002 I became a Cold Stone Creamery franchise owner and served as its Northeast Business Manager during a period of rapid growth, gaining valuable experience in franchise operations, business development and regional management.
CEO
A consumer-focused footwear business built around product identity, brand recognition and customer experience. It broadened my view of entrepreneurship and showed me how much branding, marketing and customer relationships matter.
What I believe
Set the example and take responsibility for the outcome.
Manage finances responsibly and adapt when circumstances change.
Quality products and services, delivered with care.
A real commitment to the people you serve.
Not every business venture has been successful. I've experienced setbacks, difficult partnerships, financial challenges, and situations where things didn't work out as planned.
But I've never believed that a setback defines a person. What matters is how you respond, what you learn, and whether you're willing to get back up and try again.
I also believe in mentoring and sharing experiences with people who are interested in entrepreneurship. If something I've learned can help another person make a better decision, I consider that worthwhile.
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