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The Marcor Studios Podcast

Gina Farese

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Marcor Studios: Where Construction Meets Conversation Step inside the world of building better—with the stories, strategy, and real talk that fuel it all. Hosted by Gina Farese, a powerhouse woman in construction and CEO of Marcor Construction, Marcor Solar, MGM Construction, and Solar Roof Check, Marcor Studios is where industry meets impact. Each episode brings you candid conversations with the leaders, visionaries, and tradespeople shaping the future of construction, solar, and beyond. Fr ...
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Episode 22 | Roofs, Renovations & ROI: The Real Estate Truth About Pre-Listing Upgrades Featuring Reenie Murino & Paul Musso [Audio] 38:21

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When it comes to selling (or buying) a home, the decisions you make before the listing can add or subtract real money at the closing table. In this episode, I sit down with Reenie Murino & Paul Musso of Team Musso for a straight-talk strategy session on pre-listing moves that actually have ROI: do the roof before you list if it’s borderline, clean …
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Episode 21 | Craftsmanship, Community & Core Values: The Story Behind Wood Kingdom West Featuring Bryan Spodek [Audio] 24:34

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From backyard play sets to full-scale outdoor living spaces, few businesses on Long Island have evolved quite like Wood Kingdom West. In this episode, I sit down with Bryan Spodek, owner of Wood Kingdom West, to talk about the company’s 36-year legacy of craftsmanship, community, and family values. We discuss how his father’s vision of helping fami…
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Episode 20 | Legacies, Liabilities & Life Insurance: The Overlooked Side of Business Ownership Featuring Justin Manfredo of Life Legacy Concepts [Audio] 20:06

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From outdated buy-sell agreements to ignored retirement plans, most business owners are one unexpected event away from financial chaos. In this episode, I sit down with Justin Manfredo of Life Legacy Concepts, who breaks down how to protect your company, your partners, and your family through smart financial planning. His message is simple: start e…
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Episode 19 | Hard Hats & Heartstrings: A Heart-to-Heart with the Farese Girls Featuring Julianna and Gabriella [Audio] 12:49

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What happens when the people you work so hard for sit across from you on the podcast? In this heartfelt episode, I welcome my two daughters, Julianna and Gabriella Farese, for a special conversation about life behind the scenes of a family-run business. 🎙️❤️ The girls talk about everything from growing up around roofing jobs and podcast recordings …
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Episode 18 | Standards, Strategy & the Power of Connection Featuring Stephen Spurgeon of BOSS [Audio] 21:56

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What does it take to earn the trust of Long Island’s top builders, developers, and trades? In this episode, I sit down with Stephen Spurgeon, founder of Businesses of Superior Standards (BOSS) — a network built on excellence, ethics, and lasting relationships. 🎙️🌐 From the evolution of Long Island’s commercial landscape to the importance of integri…
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Episode 17 | Thresholds, Time Clocks & Tax Traps: What New York Employers Must Know in 2025 Featuring Miriam Hubbard of PBI Payroll [Audio] 22:28

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From payroll audits to new labor laws, the rules are changing, and ignorance isn’t an excuse. In this episode, I sit down with Miriam Hubbard of PBI Payroll, who pulls back the curtain on the biggest payroll mistakes currently happening in the construction industry: misclassifying workers as independent contractors, paying manual laborers incorrect…
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Episode 16 | Sales, Service & Staying Power: What Sets Great Suppliers Apart Featuring Rich Kasten of Dynamite Tool Co. [Audio] 24:31

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Second-generation grit meets modern service. In this episode, I sit down with Rich Kasten of Dynamite Tool Co. as he shares how their family shop evolved from multiple storefronts to a central Long Island hub focused on what contractors actually need. 🎙️⚙️ We break down how a service-first supplier keeps crews moving: in-house repairs on nailers, c…
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Episode 15 | Quotes, Compliance & Sticker Shock: The Remodeler’s Reality Check Featuring John Castro Of LICRT [Audio] 32:56

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Every bad headline about a contractor makes it harder for the good ones to earn trust. In this episode, I sit down with John Castro of Long Island Contractors Roundtable (LICRT) to talk about building a real support system for remodelers—one that blends advocacy, accountability, and education. 🎙️🏗️ We unpack the shift from “great with tools” to “gr…
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Episode 14 | Construction, Commitment & Core Values: The Story of Marcor with Founder Gary Marzano [Audio] 14:40

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Some legacies are built in concrete. Others are built in character. In this episode, I sit down with my father, Gary Marzano, COO and founder of Marcor Construction, to pull back the curtain on how Marcor began and the values that shaped it. 🎙️🏗️ We dive into the early days of roofing, the challenges of running a family business, and the lessons he…
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Episode 13 | Family, Faith & Fighting for Balance: The Other Side of Building a Business Featuring Anthony Farese [Audio] 25:21

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Building a business is tough. Building a marriage is tougher. Doing both at once? That’s a whole different story. For this episode, I sit down with my favorite guest yet—my husband, Anthony Farese—to talk about what it’s really like when your personal and professional worlds are always intertwined. 🎙️💍 We share stories from our blind date beginning…
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Episode 12 | Batteries, Blackouts & the Battle for Energy Independence Featuring Jack Felbinger & Ryan Schoenewerk [Audio] 23:43

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When the lights go out, what keeps your home running — the grid, a generator, or your own battery system? 🔋⚡️ In this episode, I sit down with Jack Felbinger, Chief Operating Officer of JFF Electric and Marine Veteran, and Ryan Schoenewerk, Solar Production Manager at Marcor Solar, to break down the real story on batteries, solar, and the future of…
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Episode 11 | Damage Reports, Deadlines & Dollars Recovered Featuring Justin Oland of Oland Property Loss Consultants [Audio] 32:46

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Filing an insurance claim isn’t just paperwork — it’s a game, and the rules are stacked against you. In this episode, I sit down with Justin Oland, Public Adjuster and owner of Oland Property Loss Consultants, to share how homeowners and business owners can level the playing field. 🎙️🏠 We break down the difference between calling your insurance com…
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Episode 10 | Signed, Subbed… and Sued? Featuring David Mahoney, Esq. of Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP [Audio] 33:51

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The real threat isn’t always what caused the damage—it’s who’s going to pay for it. In this episode, I sit down with David Mahoney, Esq. of Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, a nationally recognized litigator and legal strategist in insurance defense and construction law. 🎙️⚖️ We talk about liability gaps, how contractors can accidentally waive their own co…
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Episode 9 | Classifications, Claims & Catastrophes Featuring Scott Salmonson, Esq. of MDASR [Audio] 23:25

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The policy says you’re covered. But when an employee gets injured, suddenly… you’re not. In this episode, I sit down with Scott Salmonson, Esq., a second-generation litigator and partner at McIntyre, Donohue, Accardi, Salmonson & Riordan, LLP, to expose how workers’ comp really works—and why contractors and employees alike are blindsided when claim…
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Episode 8 | Policies, Pitfalls & Payout Wars Featuring Scott Agulnick, Esq. of Agulnick Kremin, P.C. [Audio] 29:47

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You think your insurance policy has your back… until the denial hits your inbox. Suddenly, you’re looking at a soaked kitchen, mounting damage, and a letter that says: not covered. In this episode, I sit down with Scott Agulnick, Esq., second-generation litigator and founding partner of Agulnick Kremin, P.C., to talk about policy loopholes, common …
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Episode 7 | Energy Codes, Inspections & Truth Bombs Featuring Joe Villani of Sturdy Home Inspections [Audio] 33:52

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The walls might look straight. The roof might not leak. But what happens when the foundation shifts… or mold sets in… or the crawlspace never got checked? In this episode, I sit down with Joe "Sturdy" Villani, Inspection Engineer, owner of Sturdy Home Inspections, and host of The Knowledgeable Homeowner Podcast, to talk about the red flags most ins…
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Episode 6 | Permits, Politics & the Price of Progress Featuring Mike Florio of LIBI [Audio] 24:07

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You can build the best homes. Have the best crews. Get everything lined up. And still… be stuck for months. Long Island is growing—but not fast enough. And if you’ve ever wondered why it takes forever to get a permit, approve a build, or just break ground… this is the episode you need to hear. In this episode, I sit down with Mike Florio, Governmen…
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Episode 5 | Drywall, Damage & DeductionsFeaturing Inga DiNardo of Elite Restoration [Audio] 27:01

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People think restoration is just about fixing walls and floors. But the truth? It’s way deeper than that. In this episode, I sit down with Inga DiNardo of Elite Restoration—a woman who’s been on the front lines of disaster recovery for years—to talk about the side of insurance and construction most people never see. 🎙️🏚️ We talk about navigating em…
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Episode 4 | Paper Trails & Pitfalls Featuring Dean Carras of Docutrax [Audio] 22:24

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You can build the best roof in the world. But one missing document can still take your company down. In this episode, I sit down with Dean Carras of DocuTrax—one of the top compliance and COI (Certificate of Insurance) experts in the game—to talk about the blind spots that most contractors, business owners, and even insurance carriers miss entirely…
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Episode 3 | Real Talk About Risk, Roofing & Responsibility Featuring Kevin Rogers of Edwards & Co. [Audio] 32:53

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Let’s get into the side of roofing and insurance most people don’t want to talk about—liability, documentation, and the real risks that can leave homeowners and contractors financially exposed. In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Rogers, President and CEO of Edwards & Co.—a seasoned insurance professional with deep ties to the construction world…
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Episode 2 | What Your Policy May Be Missing Featuring Trisha Devine of BAW Insurance [Audio] 16:20

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What do boxing gloves and business insurance have in common? You'd be surprised because there's a whole lot more than you'd think. In this episode, I’m joined by Trisha Devine of BAW Insurance—a powerhouse in the insurance world, fellow Long Island local, and yes, someone I once shared a boxing ring with for charity. 🎙️🥊 We get into the real talk b…
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Episode 1 | Behind Every Strong Woman: A Mother's Day Special Featuring Kathy Marzano [Audio] 18:48

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What better way to kick off the Marcor Studios podcast than with the woman who helped shape the foundation—literally and figuratively. In this heartfelt Mother’s Day premiere, I sit down with the woman who’s been my backbone, my biggest cheerleader, and the one who saw it all before it even began—my mom and Gary’s wife, Kathy Marzano. 🎙️🌷 We get pe…
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