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About Olivia Abrams

Olivia Abrams is the co-founder and CEO of TiCK MiTT, the world's first reusable mitt designed to safely remove ticks before they can bite. Olivia’s own battle with Lyme disease as a child inspired her to create a solution to prevent tick-borne illnesses. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Olivia is passionate about public health, outdoor exploration, and educating consumers on the importance of regular tick checks. Through her innovative product and educational efforts, Olivia aims to reduce the number of cases of tick-borne diseases, including Lyme disease, by providing a safe, easy-to-use tool that empowers individuals to protect themselves and their loved ones.

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In this episode of Business Unchained, Bobby Mascia speaks with Olivia Abrams, co-founder of TiCK MiTT, the world's first reusable mitt designed to safely remove ticks before they can bite. Olivia shares her journey of turning a childhood health scare into a mission to help people and pets enjoy the outdoors without the worry of ticks.

"I woke up one day, and my left knee had blown up like a balloon. It wasn't until later that we realized it was Lyme disease," - Olivia (02:44)

Her personal experience with Lyme disease, combined with her family's struggles with tick-borne illnesses, led her to create TiCK MiTT, an effective, eco-friendly solution to remove ticks easily.

Olivia also discusses how she leveraged the Shark Tank platform and rejected offers from the sharks, opting instead to maintain control of her business and its mission. She opens up about the struggles and triumphs of scaling TiCK MiTT, including managing product development, facing supply chain challenges, and navigating the complexities of pricing and marketing.

 "I am proud of being able to build my company in a way that's healthy for the business, for me, and for my employees. That's something incredibly important that I learned, and I stress to everyone who's listening to this podcast is to not let your career get in the way of your personal relationships and your relationship with yourself." - Olivia (45:46)

The episode also dives into Olivia’s approach to educating consumers on the importance of regular tick checks and the steps she’s taking to continue growing TiCK MiTT’s impact on public health.

In This Episode

• [00:00] - Introduction
• [02:50] - Olivia’s Lyme disease story: The seed for TiCK MiTT
• [06:07] - TiCK MiTT: The genesis of a product designed for ticks
• [08:14] - Early product development and iteration challenges
• [15:21] - The power of going viral: TiCK MiTT’s first major exposure
• [18:07] - Facing early business struggles
• [21:03] - Shark Tank experience: Rejected offers and strategic growth
• [25:11] - Overcoming business hurdles: Tariffs, sales, and supply chains
• [28:47] - The importance of networking and building relationships
• [31:05] - Building a healthy work culture and avoiding burnout
• [34:12] - Olivia’s marketing strategy: Targeting the right audience
• [38:20] - Looking ahead: Future

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About Brian Le Gette

Brian Le Gette is an entrepreneur, industrial designer, and the founder and CEO of Ammortal, the company behind the groundbreaking Ammortal Chamber. With a background in electrical engineering and an MBA from Wharton, Brian has founded multiple companies and holds numerous patents. His focus is on integrating science, creativity, and wellness to help individuals achieve peak performance and well-being.

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Episode Highlights

In this episode of Business Unchained, host Bobby Mascia is joined by Brian Le Gette, founder and CEO of Ammortal, the company behind the Ammortal Chamber, a revolutionary wellness product designed to enhance human longevity, vitality, and mental clarity. Brian shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days as an electrical engineer to founding multiple companies and ultimately focusing on the intersection of science, design, and human health. Brian delves into the powerful integration of mind and body through the Ammortal Chamber, explaining how it creates a healing environment that promotes physical and mental well-being.

 [12:39] The mind is upstream from the body. And this is why I say if you only work on the body, working on that cell is great. But if we can engage the mind in the nervous system to be in that process of that perfect homeostatic place to get into that healing state, real magic happens.” - Brian

The conversation touches on the importance of not just treating symptoms but addressing the root causes of stress, fatigue, and chronic conditions. With a focus on practical applications, Brian discusses how the chamber can be used to improve performance for high-level athletes, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to enhance their overall health.

[40:08] " I believe we will recognize that the most important thing is to drop the threshold for healing by getting the nervous system into that beautiful, calm state to be in support of whatever it is that you're applying." - Brian

This episode is packed with insights on human vibrancy, the science of wellness, and how entrepreneurs can apply cutting-edge innovations to improve their lives and businesses.

In This Episode

• [00:00] Introduction
• [02:05] The Importance of trust in entrepreneurship and product creation
• [04:17] Understanding the science behind the Ammortal Chamber
• [07:32] How Brian’s background led to innovation in longevity and wellness
• [10:14] The role of mind-body integration in achieving longevity
• [13:21] Exploring the evolution of the Ammortal Chamber
• [16:03] Personalization & how the Chamber impacts performance & recovery
• [18:57] The science behind the Chamber: Red light, PEMF, hydrogen gas, & more
• [22:17] Overcoming skepticism and the power of human connection in wellness
• [26:42] Using AI and technology to drive innovation and growth in wellness
• [30:11] The future of human vibrancy: Collaborations and expanding access
• [34:05] Finding balance between wellness and human flourishing
• [37:27] How to achieve peak vitality and avoid o

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About Gretchen Wilcox

Gretchen S. Wilcox is a pioneering force in the commercial real estate industry. As the Founder and President of G.S. Wilcox & Co., she built the first female-founded commercial real estate mortgage banking firm in the United States. Rising from a rural upbringing in Massachusetts, she broke into the male-dominated world of Wall Street in the early 1980s, a time when women were barred from the front doors of institutions like the Harvard Club. Through relentless drive, strategic networking, and unwavering integrity, she has scaled her firm to become one of the most successful independently owned commercial mortgage banking firms in the country with a loan servicing portfolio over $2 billion. She is one of the most influential women in New Jersey.

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Episode Highlights:

In this episode, Bobby Mascia sits down with Gretchen Wilcox, a true trailblazer who overcame incredible odds. Gretchen shares her journey from a small town in Western Massachusetts to the boardrooms of Wall Street, highlighting the barriers she faced as a young woman and the mindset that turned obstacles into opportunities.

[02:07] “I just think success breeds success.” Gretchen

She reflects on the confidence instilled by her family and a pivotal decision at age 13 to apply to an elite all-boys boarding school, which set the stage for her career in male-dominated industries. Gretchen’s early experiences gave her the grit and grace that shaped her professional journey, including her first major role monitoring a $300 million hospital construction project.

[14:06] “Women were not allowed in the boardroom of the Harvard Club... I'd have to go in the front door, through the service elevator, through the kitchen to get to the boardroom.” Gretchen

The catalyst for launching her own firm came during a difficult personal time, balancing caring for young children and a terminally ill husband. Her leadership in a charitable event earned her the trust of a banker, securing a $200,000 loan and birthing her company. Gretchen also shares the challenges of transitioning her thriving business to her children, emphasizing the balance between motherhood and leadership while building a family legacy.

In this episode:

• [00:00] Introduction and Gretchen’s background
• [01:48] Breaking into male-dominated spaces
• [12:34] First job managing a $300M construction project
• [15:00] Imposter syndrome and proving herself
• [17:26] Moving to Manhattan and entering commercial lending
• [22:45] Becoming the only woman in mortgage banking nationwide
• [24:08] Being excluded from events and building alliances
• [26:01] Starting her firm while raising two toddlers
• [28:25] The midnight moment that changed everything
• [32:52] Launching G.S. Wilcox & Co.
• [34:13] Building her team and keeping employees for 30 years
• [37:06] Preparing her children to join the business
• [40:00] Setting boundaries between mom and boss
• [45:20] Gretchen’s timeless lessons for future generations

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About Matt Cifelli

Matt Cifelli is the founder of Attain Physical Therapy, a rapidly growing healthcare business that has transformed physical therapy into a dynamic, patient-focused service. What started in his parents' basement evolved into a multi-state enterprise with over 95 employees. Matt's journey is marked by a pivotal moment of betrayal that sparked a seven-figure comeback and a new business model centered around patient care and business integrity. Matt has navigated the entrepreneurial landscape by drawing on his roots in the food industry and his personal experience as a Division I athlete, which has led him to innovate and disrupt the healthcare space.

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Episode Highlights

In this episode of Business Unchained, Matt Cifelli, founder of Attain Physical Therapy, shares his inspiring journey from treating clients in his parents' basement to building a multi-state business with over 95 employees. Matt discusses the pivotal betrayal that compelled him to rebuild from scratch and how his experience as a Division I athlete influenced his entrepreneurial mindset. He discusses the power of leading with passion, staying true to his values, and taking risks, even when facing adversity.

[03:15] “If you're gonna do something, put your stamp on it. Do it from your heart, and if you lead with that, good things will come.” - Matt

[15:10] “When I knew it was time to walk away, it wasn’t about the money. It was about doing what was right for me and my future.” - Matt

Matt also opens up about the challenges of navigating a business breakup, overcoming legal battles, and launching a new venture amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Attain Physical Therapy’s unique patient-first model emphasizes quality care over volume, and Matt’s story offers valuable lessons on building a business with integrity, scaling strategically, and making tough decisions when necessary. Tune in for a raw and honest look at how one betrayal sparked a seven-figure comeback and how Matt continues to push boundaries in the healthcare industry.

[56:11] “Entrepreneurship is about taking risks. If you're not willing to take a risk on your own, you’re not really an entrepreneur.” - Matt

In This Episode:

• [00:00] Introduction to Matt Cifelli and his entrepreneurial journey
• [02:32] How Matt’s immigrant roots shaped his business mindset
• [05:15] From Division I athlete to physical therapist and entrepreneur
• [09:03] Walking away from his first job due to ethical conflicts
• [13:47] Starting Attain Physical Therapy in his parents' basement
• [23:11] The betrayal that led to Matt being locked out of his business
• [29:08] The birth of Attain Physical Therapy amid legal battles and COVID-19
• [35:17] Pivoting to a patient-first model during the pandemic
• [40:33] Building a business culture that prioritizes employee expression
• [46:42] Entrepreneurship and risk-taking: lessons from Matt’s journey
• [50:28] How Matt defines success in business today
• [55:17] The importance of having the right support

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About Patrick Murphy

Patrick Murphy is a former U.S. Congressman turned serial entrepreneur and innovator in construction technology. As a key leader in Florida’s largest general contracting family business, Coastal Construction, Patrick now leads multiple ventures, including two AI companies, Togal AI and Code Comply AI, that are reimagining how homes and buildings are designed, estimated, and built.

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Episode Highlights:

In this episode, Bobby Mascia sits down with Patrick Murphy, a former U.S. Congressman turned entrepreneur and innovator. Patrick is the driving force behind two AI-driven companies, Togal AI and Code Comply AI, which are revolutionizing the way homes are estimated, designed, and built. He shares how his journey from politics to leading Florida’s largest construction company led him to tackle the housing crisis using technology.

[02:21] “It goes back to my dad.  That if you wanna be a garbage man, if you wanna be an astronaut, a doctor, just be the best at it. Just fucking work your ass off.” — Patrick Murphy

Patrick reflects on his upbringing in a family of builders and how his father’s work ethic shaped his entrepreneurial spirit. He discusses his time in Congress, where he learned valuable lessons about leadership and the challenges of constantly campaigning. After leaving politics, Patrick returned to his family’s construction business, with a new focus on building smarter and more sustainably through innovation.

[16:40] “I believe one of the most important things we need to address as a society is where and how we live and we have a workforce housing crisis in our country.” — Patrick Murphy

He shares his belief that technology can bridge the housing affordability gap and make homeownership more accessible for younger generations. Patrick also reflects on the challenges of running a multi-generational family business and how innovation, bold vision, and trust in his team are key to his success.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone curious about the future of AI and housing, this episode will leave you inspired by Patrick’s blend of vision, humility, and relentless drive to build a better world.

In this episode:

• [00:00] Introduction and Patrick’s background
• [01:45] How Patrick Murphy’s dad inspired his mindset to disrupt
• [02:09] Patrick Murphy’s journey: from Congress to construction
• [04:15] How politics reshaped Patrick Murphy’s view on business and leadership
• [07:32] Patrick Murphy’s most impactful achievements in Congress
• [12:34] How the BP oil spill and Haiti earthquake sparked new opportunities
• [14:13] Founding Togal AI and Code Comply AI
• [19:34] The future of construction: AI, estimating, and global expansion
• [24:49] AI in real estate and construction
• [27:38] Family dynamics in business
• [31:10] Balancing multiple businesses and personal life
• [40:21] Future vision for const

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About Nancy Armstrong

Nancy Armstrong is an award-winning filmmaker, producer, certified parent coach, and the creative force behind The Disruptors, a groundbreaking documentary that’s changing the way the world sees ADHD. From her early days in Hollywood to her mission as a parent and advocate, Nancy has made it her life’s work to replace stigma with understanding. Her film, featuring Howie Mandel, will.i.am, and Paris Hilton, doesn’t just explore ADHD, it flips the narrative, showing how what’s often seen as a “deficit” can actually be a driver of creativity, innovation, and success.

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Episode Highlights:

In this episode, Bobby Mascia sits down with award-winning filmmaker, producer, and certified parent coach Nancy Armstrong, the powerhouse behind The Disruptors, a groundbreaking documentary that’s changing how the world sees ADHD.

[02:58] "We were kicked out of Mommy and Me class when he was 2 years old because he couldn't sit still like the other kids." — Nancy Armstrong

Nancy opens up about how her journey began when her son was kicked out of Mommy and Me class at just two years old for not being able to sit still. What followed was eight long years of confusion, frustration, and discovery that ultimately inspired her to create a film reframing ADHD not as a disorder but as a different kind of brilliance.

Nancy also shares how understanding your “right kind of difficult” can unlock incredible potential, and why society needs to move away from labeling ADHD as a deficit and start recognizing it as a strength. This episode is both deeply personal and empowering, a reminder that success looks different for everyone and that different isn’t broken.

[17:38] “It's not a mental illness, it's not a disease. It's not even a disorder. I would say it's a brain type.” — Nancy Armstrong

Whether you’re a parent, a leader, or someone who’s always felt wired a little differently, this conversation will leave you inspired to see ADHD in a whole new light.

In this episode:

• [00:00] Introduction
• [01:44] Opening discussion: ADHD and curiosity
• [02:46] Nancy’s family story and diagnosis journey
• [04:07] Challenges of parenting and school systems
• [06:41] High-functioning adults and finding the right fit
• [11:34] Parent coaching and support strategies
• [13:18] Medication: controversy and realities
• [16:24] Accommodations and reframing ADHD
• [17:59] ADHD as a brain type, not a disorder
• [19:00] Environmental impact and misdiagnosis
• [21:09] Stigma, early intervention, and confidence
• [24:01] ADHD strengths in careers and entrepreneurship
• [32:10] Signs of adult ADHD: recognition and substance abuse
• [34:02] Nancy’s upcoming book and parent guidance
• [38:51] Societal reframing of ADHD: teachers and employers
• [46:00] Career transitions and self-understanding
• [48:45] Parental perspective and the journey to success

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About Len Garza

Len Garza is a seasoned business and estate law expert with 15 years of corporate legal experience. After transitioning to entrepreneurship, he founded Garza Business and Estate Law to serve business owners and entrepreneurs, helping them manage legal complexities, mitigate risks, and prepare for the future of their businesses. Len is committed to guiding entrepreneurs through the processes of succession planning and ensuring a legacy that thrives beyond the owner's involvement.

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Episode Highlights

In this episode, Bobby Mascia sits down with Len Garza to discuss the essential mindset shifts business owners need as they grow, as well as the critical importance of an exit strategy. As Len shares his personal journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, he opens up about how understanding business law and planning for succession can be the key to both wealth preservation and successful business exits.

[12:34] "Your exit strategy is actually your best growth strategy." - Len Garza

The episode explores why it’s essential to plan ahead for estate taxes, asset transfer, and unexpected transitions, and Len offers valuable advice on how to keep your business on track for future success, even when life throws you a curveball.

[29:40] "Being a business owner isn’t just about growing the business; it's about planning for the day when you're no longer at the helm and making sure your legacy is secured." - Len Garza

This conversation serves as a reminder that a well-planned exit strategy can be the foundation for long-term success and peace of mind.

In This Episode

• [00:00] Introduction
• [03:07] Shifting Mindset as a Business Owner
• [07:51] Transitioning to Recurring Revenue
• [12:34] Planning for Estate Taxes & Asset Transfer
• [16:29] The Wealth Transfer and Preparing for the Future
• [23:05] Managing the Ego of Business Ownership
• [29:40] The Importance of Proper Estate Planning
• [36:07] The Impact of Generational Planning
• [42:30] Overcoming Barriers to Action for Business Owners
• [50:14] Len Garza’s Best Advice for Entrepreneurs

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About Bryan Wish

Bryan Wish is the founder and CEO of Arcbound, a personal branding and community-building agency that helps thought leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs turn their ideas into movements. From his early days building sports communities in college to launching book campaigns and scaling brands for CEOs, Bryan has built his career on one core belief: personal brands should be rooted in substance, not vanity. He has guided bestselling authors, post-exit founders, and high-growth consultants through his “Arc Launch Process,” helping them distill their rallying cry and amplify it across platforms.

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Episode Highlights:

What does it really take to build a personal brand that cuts through the noise? In this episode, Bobby Mascia sits down with Bryan Wish, founder of Arcbound, to talk about the art and science of personal branding. Bryan shares how he went from launching a bestselling author’s platform in Washington, D.C., to scaling a business that now helps entire organizations elevate their people as brand ambassadors.

Bryan reveals why branding isn’t about ego or flashy content, but about uncovering a deeply authentic message, what he calls the “honorable message”, and then scaling it with the right mix of storytelling, systems, and smart use of AI. He and Bobby dive into everything from the future of personal branding at scale to embracing ADHD as a leadership superpower, to why consistency and community-building matter more than ever in a crowded digital landscape.

[13:01] “If you don’t integrate AI tools into your branding, you will get left behind.” — Bryan Wish

[14:02] “We peel back the layers until we get to an honorable message, a rallying cry people can rally around.” — Bryan Wish

[30:35] "I don't think about personal branding as this transactional service company. I can come out or pull in the heart and soul out of somebody and their expertise and what makes them meaningful in the world." — Bryan Wish

Whether you’re a CEO, a consultant, or a post-exit founder wondering what’s next, this episode offers a blueprint for building a brand with impact, substance, and staying power.

In this episode:

• [00:00] Introduction
• [01:46] Types of personal branding clients
• [03:48] People connect with people, not brands
• [05:16] Scaling personal branding within organizations
• [09:46] Economies of scale in content creation
• [10:50] AI’s role in personal branding
• [12:06] Blending AI and human touch
• [15:22] Defining the audience and content strategy
• [17:21] Leveraging inflection points for growth
• [18:00] Strategic narrative and book launch playbook
• [22:26] Personal branding as the next marketing wave
• [23:54] Enterprise scaling of personal branding
• [25:53] Exit strategy and business structure
• [26:47] Bryan’s path into branding
• [28:11] Case study: Launching a personal brand post-exit
• [30:01] Bryan’s own personal branding efforts
• [30:28] Substance over ego in personal branding
• [32:18] Embracing ADHD and team strengths
• [35:19] How to connect with Bryan