This week, we are welcoming Ryan Jones to the Long Island Legends Podcast! Ryan is the owner of Chubs Meats and Catering and the CEO of the Jones Food Group. Born and raised in Selden, New York, Ryan’s entrepreneurial journey began at just 17 years old when he started working at a family business called Cow Palace.

While learning the ins and outs of the food industry, Ryan was also pursuing another dream, becoming a rock drummer. He spent years playing in a band and touring before ultimately shifting his focus toward building a business of his own. After the band broke up and the tours came to an end, Ryan dedicated himself fully to creating his own path to success.

Through years of hard work and persistence, Ryan’s opportunity arrived in 2014 when he and his wife purchased their first store. What began as a single location has since grown into a thriving operation that now includes three stores, food trucks, and several other ventures.

In addition to the food business, Ryan has expanded his entrepreneurial footprint into industries such as pickleball facilities, real estate, and credit card companies. Today, he continues to build and grow the Jones Food Group while remaining deeply connected to the Long Island community where his journey began.

This week, we are welcoming Adam Haber to the Long Island Legends Podcast!

Adam Haber is the Co-Founder and CEO of Trellus, a technology-driven commerce and logistics company enabling small businesses to compete more effectively with large e-commerce platforms. Over the past four years, he has led Trellus from concept to execution, building a same-day delivery and e-commerce infrastructure designed for affordability, reliability, and scale.

Trellus leverages proprietary batching and routing technology to reduce delivery costs while improving speed and unit economics. To date, they have completed 200,000+ deliveries, serving merchants and consumers across the NY Metro Area, and expanded into their second market in the North Bay of San Francisco in September 2025.

This week, we are welcoming Chris R. Vaccaro onto the Long Island Legends Podcast!

Chris R. Vaccaro is an Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award–winning media executive, author, and professor from Long Island. As VP of Digital Technology and Communications, Vaccaro has built a media consulting agency that focuses on client-first multiplatform storytelling and brand management. He served as VP of News 12 for several years, leading the tri-state network’s digital, social, and streaming efforts. He also served for many years as the Editor-in-Chief of Topps. Vaccaro’s work has been published in The New York Times, Rolling Stone, The Associated Press, and The Athletic, among hundreds of others.

Locally, he is the president and founder of the Sachem Alumni Association and the Sachem Education Foundation, and he also runs the Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame and Sachem Hall of Honor. In addition, Vaccaro has been President of the Suffolk County Sports Hall of Fame since 2017 and is a board member and educational director of the Lake Ronkonkoma Historical Society. He is also the National President of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), the nation’s oldest professional journalism organization.

This week, we are welcoming George Massimillo to the Long Island Legends Podcast!

George Massimillo is a Long Island-based filmmaker who has been writing and directing independent features since his 2008 debut, Enjoy Yourself. He has since completed four additional films, including a recent run of three features in three years: It’s Love, Bro (2023), Waning Poetic (2024), and The Ex-Change (2025). This past summer, the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame recognized George for his work and contributions to the local independent film community.

This week, we are welcoming Francesco Petulla to the Long Island Legends Podcast.

As the COO of Marcello Petulla Contracting, Francesco leads a company built on decades of experience and strong family values. His father started the business in the 1990s after immigrating from Italy, bringing with him a deep passion for craftsmanship and a commitment to quality that still guides their work today.

He’s been part of the company for more than 15 years, helping it grow and adapt to today’s demanding and rapidly evolving construction market. They specialize in high-quality masonry, development, and new construction, and he stays closely involved in every project to ensure precision, durability, and clear communication with clients and partners.

This week, we are welcoming Alexandra Swayne onto the Long Island Legends Podcast!

Alexandra is the CEO of Sun Kissed Media and is a passionate marketing professional with over a decade of experience. She’s worked across industries from beauty and retail to tech, healthcare, and finance, helping brands craft strategies that truly connect and deliver results.

With degrees in Public Relations/Marketing and International Business Management, along with a PMP certification, Alexandra blends academic insight with real-world experiences. Having lived and worked in four countries, she brings a global perspective and a knack for managing projects.

This week we are welcoming Andrew Jedlicka to the Long Island Legends Podcast!

Andrew Jedlicka is the Founder & CEO of The Andrew Frank Group, LLC, where he has served as a Talent Manager and marketing business manager for celebrities and influencers since 2019. He is also the author of “Homemade” and “Once Upon a Magical Bedtime,” which are now available.

The Andrew Frank Group, LLC (AFG) is a business consulting firm specializing in autograph signings, celebrity bookings/appearances, brand development, brand licensing & positioning, events, investments, joint ventures, marketing services, partnerships, and product launches.
AFG has worked with famous actors, including Vincent Pastore, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Robert Funaro, and Drea de Matteo, who were all on The Sopranos.

Before the Andrew Frank Group, Andrew worked on Wall Street in the financial services sector for companies like Citigroup. Andrew is also an adjunct professor at New York University, where he teaches graduate-level business courses. Andrew has an MBA in International Business and a BBA in Business Management from Hofstra University-Frank G. Zarb School of Business.

This week, we are welcoming Lisa Ludwig to the Long Island Legends Podcast!

Lisa Ludwig is the president and lead instructor at She Trains You and the founder of Long Island Women's Firearm Club, Inc. She is a certified NRA Pistol Instructor, Rifle Instructor, Chief Range Safety Officer, Certified Range Master, Certified Glock Armorer, NYS Armed Guard, and Martial Artist. With over 2,000 licensed students under her belt, Lisa has earned a reputation as the go-to firearms instructor in New York State.

Formerly an accomplished engineer, Lisa discovered her true passion in the firearms training industry. Her engineering mindset and precision are the foundation of her unique teaching style, combining technical expertise with an engaging and approachable personality.

As a civilian herself, Lisa connects with her students on a personal level,
proving that expertise comes not from military or police backgrounds but from dedication, passion, and continuous learning.