
Perky Collar Radio Show
Podcast that shares the story of invention, Entrepreneurship and business ownership. We learn about the "Why" each business owner started their business, what mistakes they have made along the way as well as what they have learned from those mistakes. Many business owners will also share a success story that really ignites why they do what they do. Tune in and enjoy these great stories from the backbone of America, business owners.
My business, Perky, LLC is a clothing innovation company that brings products to market that solve clothing related problems.
Latest episodes

Mar 8, 2021 • 31min
Interview with Bill Reiman, Founder of Reiman Properties- Perky Collar Radio Show- Hosted by David M. Frankel
What is it like to grow up in an Entrepreneur household? How is life different? How does it impact your childhood? These are the questions that Bill Reiman, Founder of Reiman Properties, tackles as he shares his story of growing up in the construction business. When asked what he learned most from his Father? He said, "Work Ethic". He applies his Father's work ethic to his work ethic and so far, it's working out well for this young man who has built a multi-million dollar construction business. Tune in to learn how he balances work life and home life, what it takes to juggle Reiman Properties, VP of R.K. Reiman Construction, Host of the Real Build Podcast and more.
What an inspiring story of getting out of your comfort zone, getting up in the morning, getting things done, the importance of running a business the RIGHT way, going above and beyond for customers, being there for your child's activities, being responsive to customers when they call & understanding that not all deals are worth doing.
To learn more from Bill, visit his website www.RKReiman.com, www.ReimanProperties.com, The Real Build Podcast, IMBillReiman on Instagram and Bill Reiman on FB & Linkedin.
Thank you for listening to another episode of the Perky Collar Radio Show.
Warmest Regards,
David M. Frankel
Perky Collar Inventor, Perky, LLC Founder & Perky Collar Radio Show Host, Commercial Real Estate Broker & Business Broker
www.PerkyLLC.com, www.OnPointePartners.com, www.BBOTC.net
Feel free to join my Entrepreneur Group on Facebook www.Facebook.com/Groups/CharlotteEntrepreneurThinkTank
Feel free to learn more about The Fenx and join fellow successful Entrepreneurs https://entrepreneurs-maclackey.thrivecart.com/the-fenx-monthly/?ref=cettsupport
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin www.Linkedin.com/in/DavidMFrankel

Mar 1, 2021 • 23min
Interview with TW Stuart, Founder of Signature Elite Clothing- Perky Collar Radio Show- Hosted by David M. Frankel
Have you ever thought about starting your OWN clothing brand? Today's guest, TW Stuart, Founder of Signature Elite Clothing did exactly that. Learn about his journey, why he started the line and why he feels the keep principles to success are 1) Keep it Simple 2) Don't Procrastinate 3) Don't Expect Perfection. TW discusses his passion to create a brand that focuses on community awareness.
If you ever want to start your own clothing line, or want to learn the ups and downs of doing so, take a listen to this episode.
To support TW's line visit www.SignatureEliteClothing.com or SignatureEliteClothing on Instagram.
Thank you for listening to another episode of the Perky Collar Radio Show.
Warmest Regards,
David M. Frankel
Perky Collar Inventor, Perky, LLC Founder & Perky Collar Radio Show Host, Commercial Real Estate Broker & Business Broker
www.PerkyLLC.com, www.OnPointePartners.com, www.BBOTC.net
Feel free to join my Entrepreneur Group on Facebook www.Facebook.com/Groups/CharlotteEntrepreneurThinkTank
Feel free to learn more about The Fenx and join fellow successful Entrepreneurs https://entrepreneurs-maclackey.thrivecart.com/the-fenx-monthly/?ref=cettsupport
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin www.Linkedin.com/in/DavidMFrankel

Feb 23, 2021 • 35min
Interview with John Vuoung, Founder of Local SEO Search- Perky Collar Radio Show- Hosted by David M. Frankel
Every business owner should be doing Internet Marketing. But how do I know if it is being done correctly? How do I know what I should be doing? What should I be focusing on? How long will it take to see results? What is the difference between On-Page and Off-Page SEO? (Search Engine Optimization) Should I be doing one or both? Is there Search Traffic for the goods or services I provide? How do I promote online reviews or deal with negative reviews? These are the many questions people have about Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Clink Paid Advertising. My guest today, John Vuoung, Founder of Local SEO Search, addresses so many of these questions. This will be a podcast that you need to listen to and take notes. Maybe listen to a 2nd or 3rd time to get the information down. To learn more from John, visit his website www.LocalSEOSearch.com or e-mail him at LocalSEOSearch@gmail.com
Thank you for listening to another episode of the Perky Collar Radio Show.
Warmest Regards,
David M. Frankel
Perky Collar Inventor, Perky, LLC Founder & Perky Collar Radio Show Host, Commercial Real Estate Broker & Business Broker
www.PerkyLLC.com, www.OnPointePartners.com, www.BBOTC.net
Feel free to join my Entrepreneur Group on Facebook www.Facebook.com/Groups/CharlotteEntrepreneurThinkTank
Feel free to learn more about The Fenx and join fellow successful Entrepreneurs https://entrepreneurs-maclackey.thrivecart.com/the-fenx-monthly/?ref=cettsupport
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin www.Linkedin.com/in/DavidMFrankel

Feb 22, 2021 • 1min
Get your Perky Collar today and stop the droopy collar dress shirt forever.
Are you constantly adjusting your dress shirt collar, only to find it sagging seconds later? It is time for a permanent solution. Introducing my invention, the Perky Collar. Available in 353 stores globally and over 18k sold. Why wait? Get yours today. Your collar will thank you and the compliments await!!! Go to www.PerkyLLC.com to order your Perky Collar today!! When checking out please indicate you heard about the Perky Collar on this podcast. Have a great day! Stay Perky my friends.

Feb 15, 2021 • 25min
Interview with Travis Ousley, Founder of T.O.'s Pickup & Go Moving- Perky Collar Radio Show- Hosted by David M. Frankel
What do you do after a termination, lay-off or furlough? My guest today, Travis Ousley, Founder of T.O's Pickup & Go Moving turned that experience into a business venture. Tune in to this interview as we discuss how Travis transitioned to work for himself after years of working for 2 different moving companies.
It is never easy to start over. For some, it takes months to pick up the pieces and begin looking for something new. For Travis, he knew he had to do something he loved so starting his own moving company was the answer. No longer does he have to report to anyone, he can do it his way and ensure customer satisfaction.
Sometimes we all need a little push to make a change for the better.
To hire Travis and his crew from T.O's Pickup & Go Moving, call him at 980-239-8186
Thank you for listening to another episode of the Perky Collar Radio Show.
Warmest Regards,
David M. Frankel
Perky Collar Inventor, Perky, LLC Founder & Perky Collar Radio Show Host, Commercial Real Estate Broker & Business Broker
www.PerkyLLC.com
Feel free to join my Entrepreneur Group on Facebook www.Facebook.com/Groups/CharlotteEntrepreneurThinkTank
Feel free to learn more about The Fenx and join fellow successful Entrepreneurs https://entrepreneurs-maclackey.thrivecart.com/the-fenx-monthly/?ref=cettsupport
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin www.Linkedin.com/in/DavidMFrankel

Feb 8, 2021 • 22min
Interview with Corrine Statia Thomas, Founder of Absolute Events By Corrine- Perky Collar Radio Show- Hosted by David M. Frankel
Want to host an AMAZING event? Wait, we are in a pandemic. Nevermind. Wait, have you ever considered a VIRTUAL Event? Just listen to today's guest, Corrine Statia Thomas, Founder of Absolute Events by Corrine, how to host an INCREDIBLE Virtual event. Virtual events have NO LIMITS. Guests can live anywhere. Speakers can be anywhere. If the pandemic has taught us anything, it is to DREAM BIGGER!!!
Corrine has hosted a wide variety of events from weddings, to galas, to conferences, to team building, to book launches. She loves to take what is in your mind and make it into a production. In the interview, she discusses one of her proudest events that was held on Ellis Island. Logistically it was very difficult. Being an island with the majority of guests being 80-90 year-old Nuns, it had it's challenges. The fundraiser was for a Catholic Hospital and despite all of the difficulties, the event was a huge success, raising more money than their goal.
Tune in to listen to Corrine. Learn how she has adapted to the pandemic and has hosted SO MANY SUCCESSFUL Virtual Events for her clients. To book Corrine call 201-327-1000 or visit her website AbsoluteEventsByCorrine.com
Thank you for listening to another episode of the Perky Collar Radio Show.
Warmest Regards,
David M. Frankel
Perky Collar Inventor, Perky, LLC Founder & Perky Collar Radio Show Host, Commercial Real Estate Broker & Business Broker
www.PerkyLLC.com
Feel free to join my Entrepreneur Group on Facebook www.Facebook.com/Groups/CharlotteEntrepreneurThinkTank
Feel free to learn more about The Fenx and join fellow successful Entrepreneurs https://entrepreneurs-maclackey.thrivecart.com/the-fenx-monthly/?ref=cettsupport
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin www.Linkedin.com/in/DavidMFrankel

Feb 1, 2021 • 25min
Interview with Lamont Greene, Founder of G & S Telecom LLC- Perky Collar Radio Show- Hosted by David M. Frankel
Do you ever feel that your current job has NO room to grow? Today's guest, Lamont Greene, Founder of G & S Telecom LLC, felt exactly that way working in the telecom field for his employer. Finally, 3 years ago he left that company to start his own business and has never felt better. For 17 years he worked for this company, promoted to project manager then hit that "glass ceiling". Lamont, like many of us, dealt with comments from ownership that made him feel he NEEDED to stay and that he COULDN'T do it without them. Those exact comments lead Lamont to his departure and creation of his own telecom business in which they specialize in Home Theater, Access Control, Audio/Video & Telephone Systems. Camera Systems being Lamont's favorite system to install.
For those of you that are surround sound fans, Lamont did recommend these movies to watch: Independence Day, Star Wars and Cowboys & Aliens.
Tune in to this interview and learn how Lamont broke away from corporate America WITHOUT LOANS and successfully started his own business in the exact same field he knew best and loves it!! He admits that if he could do it all over again, he would have done it sooner!!
To hire and/or learn more about Lamont and his company, G & S Telecom, visit his website www.GandSTelecomLLC.com or call him at 843-860-1439. They service all of North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.
Thank you for listening to another episode of the Perky Collar Radio Show.
Warmest Regards,
David M. Frankel
Perky Collar Inventor, Perky, LLC Founder & Perky Collar Radio Show Host, Commercial Real Estate Broker & Business Broker
www.PerkyLLC.com
Feel free to join my Entrepreneur Group on Facebook www.Facebook.com/Groups/CharlotteEntrepreneurThinkTank
Feel free to learn more about The Fenx and join fellow successful Entrepreneurs https://entrepreneurs-maclackey.thrivecart.com/the-fenx-monthly/?ref=cettsupport
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin www.Linkedin.com/in/DavidMFrankel

Dec 28, 2020 • 38min
Year in review of the Perky Collar Radio Show. With 35 interviews, I wanted to provide a review.
All 35 episodes recorded a commercial to describe what do and why they do it. Whether you want to listen binge to all 35 episode or pick up a few that you missed throughout the year. This year in review is to help close out season 1 but also HIGHLIGHT all of my amazing guests from 2020. I hope you enjoy and choose to listen to the full interview. Happy New Year everyone and as always, thank you for listening. Warmest Regards, David M. Frankel Perky Collar Radio Show Host, Perky Collar Inventor and Founder of Perky, LLC- The Clothing Innovation Company

Dec 21, 2020 • 37min
Interview with Marcy McKenna, Inventor, Home Shopping Host Guru and Founder of Simply Solved Innovations- Perky Collar Radio Show- Hosted by David M. Frankel
Want to learn how to bring a product to market from someone that has been there, done that? You will love this interview with Marcy McKenna, with 10 years of inventing experience, 30 products brought to market, home shopping host guru and Founder of Simply Solved Innovations.
We discuss how so many are afraid to bring a product to market and don't know where to start. The importance of protecting your idea and determining what people are willing to pay for your invention. Asking questions about your invention early on is key. One of the most important questions we discuss is, "Is there a market for your product and How BIG is that market?"
Marcy has brought a variety of products to market to include: Style & Go Hairstyle- Storage & Electrical Devices needed for Hair Care, Manicure Stations, Sunglass Organizer, Traveler Organizer & Cosmetic Bags. All have the common thread of making things easier for the masses.
In closing the interview, we discuss the importance of vetting the manufacturer and how not vetting can turn a great idea into a disaster. Marcy shares 3 tips for inventing: 1. Curating 2. Invent 3. Get comfortable on-camera hosting and selling.
Tune in to this information-packed interview and learn from Marcy's experience on QVC and HSN and how she has become known as the "Luggage Lady" on home shopping television.
To learn more from Marcy go to www.MarcyMcKenna.com and go to the inventor tab.
Thank you for listening to another episode of the Perky Collar Radio Show.
Warmest Regards,
David M. Frankel
Perky Collar Inventor, Perky, LLC Founder & Perky Collar Radio Show Host
www.PerkyLLC.com
Feel free to join my Entrepreneur Group on Facebook www.Facebook.com/Groups/CharlotteEntrepreneurThinkTank
Feel free to learn more about The Fenx and join fellow successful Entrepreneurs https://entrepreneurs-maclackey.thrivecart.com/the-fenx-monthly/?ref=cettsupport
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin www.Linkedin.com/in/DavidMFrankel

Dec 14, 2020 • 35min
Interview with Gregory Pajardo, Founder of Good Crooks, LLC & Former Founder of Tipois Energy Drinks- Perky Collar Radio Show- Hosted by David M. Frankel
"Success is when you take action." "No one can help everyone but EVERYONE can help someone." These two quotes are from today's guest, Gregory Pajardo, Founder of Good Crooks, LLC and Former Founder of Tipois Energy Drinks. Learn Gregory's story of launching an energy drink in a VERY competitive space with Redbull, Monster and Rockstar. The amount of capital needed to market a new energy drink is enormous! Gregory shared his story of getting his energy drink in liquor stores in Las Vegas, the required grind and challenges he faced.
Once Gregory was able to sell Tipois Energy Drinks, he launched Good Crooks, LLC as a community give back to help feed the homeless and those with mental health challenges. Mr. Pajardo and his father coined the phrase "Good Crooks Get Caught Giving" as a way of promoting giving back. To Gregory, helping others was a success!!! People are so grateful. That is what makes it such a rewarding experience.
Tune in to hear this extraordinary story of growing a non-profit and a for-profit energy drink company.
To learn more about Good Crooks, LLC visit them at https://goodcrooks.com/ or https://GetCaughtGiving.com for gear and to get involved.
They can also be found on Social media: Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
Thank you for listening to another episode of the Perky Collar Radio Show.
Warmest Regards,
David M. Frankel
Perky Collar Inventor, Perky, LLC Founder & Perky Collar Radio Show Host
www.PerkyLLC.com
Feel free to join my Entrepreneur Group on Facebook www.Facebook.com/Groups/CharlotteEntrepreneurThinkTank
Feel free to learn more about The Fenx and join fellow successful Entrepreneurs https://entrepreneurs-maclackey.thrivecart.com/the-fenx-monthly/?ref=cettsupport
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin www.Linkedin.com/in/DavidMFrankel