We see present day versions of empowered business people and formidable influencers, but what’s the story behind their triumph? What hairpin turns and radical choices were made that finally lead them down the path of success? Ashley Russo, President & Executive Producer of ASR Media Productions and host of The PEAK TV, shares the sometimes surprising, always inspiring conversations with accomplished people who run their worlds.
Khine Zaw has transitioned from a childhood without electricity in Burma to providing victims of abuse with full time jobs at Khinder Creations. Listen as Khine shares her emotional journey to succes…
The tables have turned! Guests George Wacker, Rahmieneh Ortiz, and Kim Fraites-Dow put Ashley in the hot seat and ask her a question of their choice.
Before she was the publisher of Lehigh Valley Style Magazine, Pam Deller was undecided where to take her career. Listen as she and Ashley discuss the importance of being driven and why you should alw…
Qiana Cressman, CEO of Emerge Woman Magazine, inspires women of all backgrounds to become the best versions of themselves. Dive in and discover how Qiana's love for words and connecting with people h…
The holidays are here and magic is in the air! Take a listen to Sadie Nardini, Chris Morganelli, Joe Fitzpatrick and Danny Roebuck's favorite holiday memories in this bonus episode.
Chris Kocher, president of Wildlands Conservancy, has been recognized statewide by the PA Department of Environmental Protection and the PA Environmental Council, for his devotion to the environment.…
Founder and CEO of The Professional Development Group, Shawn Kent Hayashi is a high performing team consultant, executive coach and best-selling author. Take a listen as Ashley and Shawn dive into th…
Owners of one of the top 200 salons in the country, Dave McCormack and Dru Thomas have been elevating the looks of the Lehigh Valley community for the past 20 years. In this episode, Dave, Dru and As…
Assistant Dean of Graduate and Adult Studies at Moravian College, Dr. LaKeisha Thorpe is a higher education professional who is passionate about student goals, liberal arts education, and cultural hu…
Lehigh Valley native, Chris Morganelli, has launched multiple businesses including Morganelli Properties, MC IT, and Network Magazine. Listen as Chris shares how being the kid who "built the lemonade…
Rahmieneh Ortiz is a driven business owner and passionate leader. Learn from her journey to entrepreneurial success as she shares the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone.
Joe Fitzpatrick, founding member of Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C., is one of Eastern PA's premier land use and development attorneys. Joe shares the importance of being in touch with culture and hi…
As CEO of Girls Scouts of Eastern PA, Kim Fraites-Dow offers a community where girls and young women do IT ALL. In this episode, Kim reveals her fondness for the clarinet and how growing up in a mili…
Known for his vibrant personality and love of the Lehigh Valley, George Wacker unites our community with his blog and podcast, Lehigh Valley With Love. In this episode George and Ashley reflect on th…
After a decade of focus and commitment to heal her broken body after an accident, Sadie Nardini is the mastermind behind one of the most successful online yoga brands and the founder of Core Strength…
Meet Dakota Reinike, our creative, driven, animal-loving Digital Producer. One of the recent additions to the team, Dakota shares why she enjoys working at ASR and some dreams she plans to accomplish…
Although Steph is behind the scenes as ASR's Coordinating Producer, in this episode she's front and center! Listen as Steph reveals some of her favorite things and hear right from ASR why she's a lov…
If you could dine with anyone, living or dead, who would it be? Our local community influencers have a few ideas. Listen to some potential dinner companions courtesy of (in order) Don Cunningham, Rob…
If you could dine with anyone, living or dead, who would it be? Our local community influencers have a few ideas. Listen to some potential dinner companions courtesy of (in order) Don Cunningham, Rob…
Meet Katie Pressler, part-time producer, part-time ASR cheerleader. Get to know a little more about KP's role at ASR, and discover why the team loves this bubbly and energetic producer.