Independent Pharmacy Owner Explains What’s Really Happening in Healthcare | Tom DePietro

Independent Pharmacy Owner Explains What’s Really Happening in Healthcare | Tom DePietro

Healthcare is changing fast and independent pharmacies are feeling the pressure.  On this episode of Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria sit down with Tom DePietro, founder of DePietro's Pharmacy, to talk about what’s really happening behind the scenes in healthcare, prescription pricing, and patient care.  Tom shares the story of building an independent pharmacy from the ground up, why he walked away from corporate pharmacy, and how he’s spent the last 14 years creating a business centered around people, relationships, and community.    The conversation also explores:  * The growing pressure independent pharmacies face from insurance companies and PBMs  * Why healthcare feels increasingly difficult to navigate  * How technology is helping pharmacies improve customer care  * The rise of wellness conversations, GLPs, and preventative health  * What it takes to build a business while staying rooted in family and community    This episode is an honest conversation about leadership, healthcare, entrepreneurship, and what it means to truly take care of people.  🔗 Guest Info:  DePietro’s Pharmacy Website: https://depietropharmacy.com [https://depietropharmacy.com/]   Like and subscribe for new episodes of Beyond the Bottom Line every week.  . . . . . Disclosures: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Any guest services mentioned are independent of Stone House Investment Management, LLC. Investment advisory services are offered through Stone House Investment Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training.

From Addiction to 28 Years Sober: How Brian Kerrigan Built a Business Giving Second Chances

What happens when someone hits rock bottom... and then chooses to rebuild?  In Episode 28 of Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria sit down with Brian Kerrigan and Jesse Vipond, the team behind Junken Monkeys—a company that’s redefining what business can look like.  In this episode, we explore:  * Brian’s personal story of addiction, recovery, and transformation  * The moment that led to 28 years of sobriety  * How purpose-driven hiring creates stronger teams  * Why authenticity in business can’t be faked  * The role of story in building a brand people actually care about  * How Junken Monkeys expanded into multiple verticals  * What it looks like to build a company that gives people a second chance    🎧 Listen now or watch on YouTube [https://youtu.be/pTQA2hyT5zo] 🔗 Guest Info: Junken Monkeys (Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/junkenmonkeys] / Website [https://junkenmonkeys.com/])  Like and subscribe for new episodes every two weeks!  . . . . . Disclosures: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Any guest services mentioned are independent of Stone House Investment Management, LLC. Investment advisory services are offered through Stone House Investment Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. All investments involve risk.

Discipline Over Hype: Guy Fasciana on Health, Business, and Longevity

What does it really take to build something that lasts?  In Episode 27 of Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria sit down with Guy Fasciana—an entrepreneur with experience in both the health food industry and real estate—to talk about discipline, consistency, and what it looks like to build businesses over time.  This conversation explores the overlap between:  * Personal health and business performance  * Long-term thinking vs. short-term decisions  * The realities of running a small business  * Lessons learned from both real estate and retail    Guy shares his perspective on staying grounded, building relationships, and showing up consistently—whether that’s in your health, your work, or your business.  If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, health, or what it takes to sustain something long-term, this episode offers a thoughtful look behind the scenes.  This is a conversation about longevity—how to build something that works not just today, but over time.    📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LVLLxepYGsE    Guest Links:  Website: https://everythingnaturalpa.com [https://everythingnaturalpa.com/]  Instagram: https://instagram.com/everythingnaturalpa [https://instagram.com/everythingnaturalpa]   Facebook: https://facebook.com/everythingnaturalpa [https://facebook.com/everythingnaturalpa]   . . . . . Disclosures: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Any guest services mentioned are independent of Stone House Investment Management, LLC. Investment advisory services are offered through Stone House Investment Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Testimonials are unpaid and may not be representative. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Please refer to our ADV and other disclosures for complete information - https://www.stonehouseinv.com/disclosures/ [https://www.stonehouseinv.com/disclosures/].

Built on Discipline: How Jordan Galasso Turned Fitness Into a Scalable Business

What happens when you apply the same discipline it takes to transform your body… to building a business?  In Episode 26 of Beyond the Bottom Line, we sit down with Jordan Galasso—founder of Fit AF Nutrition, a rapidly growing meal prep company delivering fresh, performance-focused meals across the Northeast.  Jordan shares how his background as a personal trainer evolved into a full-scale operation serving thousands of meals each week—and why consistency, simplicity, and discipline have been the real drivers behind his growth.  This conversation dives into the parallels between fitness and entrepreneurship, decision fatigue, building systems that support success, and what it really takes to stay “on track” in both life and business.  In this episode, we explore:  * How Jordan transitioned from personal training to building a scalable meal prep business  * The role of discipline, consistency, and simple systems in long-term success  * Why decision fatigue is one of the biggest obstacles to health—and how to eliminate it  * The parallels between building muscle and building a business  * What it takes to stay personally balanced while growing something demanding  📺 Or watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HLVgNnJIyUA    🔗 Guest Info:  Fit AF Nutrition: https://fitafnutrition.com/]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fita.f.nutrition    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fitafnutrition      Special offer for BTBL listeners!   Coupon code: BTBL20    Saves 20% on your first order of 7 meals or more.    👍 Like and Subscribe for new episodes every week!  . . . . . Disclosures:  This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Any guest services mentioned are independent of Stone House Investment Management, LLC. Investment advisory services are offered through Stone House Investment Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Testimonials are unpaid and may not be representative. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Please refer to our ADV and other disclosures for complete information - https://www.stonehouseinv.com/disclosures/ [https://www.stonehouseinv.com/disclosures/].

Creating Experiences That Connect: Sarah Effertz on Events, Relationships, and Reinvention

What does it take to create an event people actually remember?  In Episode 25 of Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria sit down with Sarah Effertz, owner of Blu Elefante Events, to talk about building a business rooted in creativity, connection, and calm under pressure.  Sarah shares how she went from finance to marketing to launching her own event planning company, why she believes she’s not just planning events but creating experiences, and how she navigated the uncertainty of COVID by pivoting into virtual fundraising and new service offerings.  This conversation is about entrepreneurship, reinvention, relationships, and what it really looks like to build something meaningful while staying true to the way you’re wired.  In this episode, we explore:  * How Sarah discovered her love for event planning through large-scale community events and fundraising experiences  * Why she believes the real work is not planning events, but creating experiences that bring people together  * What it took to launch her own business, trust her instincts, and grow through uncertainty  * How she pivoted during COVID by helping nonprofits reimagine fundraising through virtual events  * The balance between creativity, business ownership, boundaries, and building strong client relationships  * Why relationships remain at the center of everything she does  🎧 Listen now or watch on YouTube.  🔗 Guest Info:  Blu Elefante Events: bluelefante.com  Like and Subscribe for new episodes every week!  . . . . . Disclosures:  This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Any guest services mentioned are independent of Stone House Investment Management, LLC. Investment advisory services are offered through Stone House Investment Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Testimonials are unpaid and may not be representative. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Please refer to our ADV and other disclosures for complete information - https://www.stonehouseinv.com/disclosures/ [https://www.stonehouseinv.com/disclosures/].