Born or Made

Ep. 110 - Smooth Moving w/Evan Wyler

Evan Wyler is a husband, father of three, proud Stamford resident, and the founder of Smooth Move & Delivery. Built on the belief that moving should be simple, efficient, and stress-free, Evan has grown the company into a trusted name by offering a full range of services under one roof. Through leadership, consistency, and a strong focus on customer experience, he has helped families and businesses navigate major transitions with confidence. On the Born or Made Podcast, Evan shares lessons on entrepreneurship, service, and building a business that people can rely on.

Ep. 109 - Building Wealthy Habits w/Jithu Sajeevan

On this episode of the Born or Made Podcast, we feature Jithu Sajeevan, a 23-year-old entrepreneur who turned challenge into momentum after moving from India to the United States at a young age. Once struggling with English as a freshman, Jithu went on to become president of four high school clubs, earn more than 40 scholarships, and attend the University of Connecticut on a full ride. He is now the founder of the CheckMate Team, a rapidly growing real estate group that has closed over $12 million in sales within six months, while also building a portfolio of 21 rental units by age 22. Jithu also shares his journey working with SERHANT., the media-driven brokerage founded by Ryan Serhant.

Ep. 108 - Breaking into Real Estate w/Emanuel Ochoa

Emanuel Ochoa is a real estate professional focused on multifamily and commercial properties across the NYC metropolitan area. His approach centers on disciplined underwriting, strategic positioning, and long-term decision-making. He works closely with clients on acquisitions and dispositions while building his own portfolio with a focus on structure and sustainability. Starting his career in sales at 17, Emanuel developed strong skills in negotiation, communication, and accountability early on. He values partnerships with investors and professionals who make clear, intentional decisions.

Ep. 107 - Living the Rich and Poor Dad Story w/Lance Cayko

An architect, builder, and entrepreneur, Lance Cayko joins the Born or Made Podcast to talk about his journey into entrepreneurship. Lance is the owner and co-founder of F9, an award-winning architecture firm that crafts sustainable, modern designs for both residential and commercial clients. In this episode, Lance shares the importance of having a mentor,  AI in the world of architecture, and how to succeed as a entrepreneur.

Ep. 106 - Sticking Out in a Male Dominated Field w/Abbe Large

Abbe F. Large is a Managing Director at Lenox Advisors, where she focuses on financial planning, estate strategy, and asset management. With over 30 years of experience, she helps individuals and families make clear, confident financial decisions. Her perspective was shaped by caring for her father during his battle with pancreatic cancer, which deepened her belief in planning that protects what matters most. She is a strong voice for financial literacy, pushing women and families to take an active role in their finances and raise financially confident children. Abbe holds the CLU® and CLTC designations and has been recognized by Forbes as a Top Financial Security Professional from 2022 to 2025.