Stories From the Top

John McLoughin is the founder of Andy’s Big Heart, a Pennsylvania-based nonprofit dedicated to bringing hope and healing to those affected by eating disorders. With more than 28.8 million Americans impacted, John shares how Andy’s Big Heart is creating a compassionate community, expanding access to care, and building a future where no one has to face their recovery journey alone.To learn more about Andy’s Big Heart visit www.andysbigheart.org

Raelyn Harman is the Founder and Executive Director of Teachers’ Teammates, a nonprofit based in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. The organization provides free school supplies to students and teachers in public, charter, and parochial schools where at least 65% of students qualify for the National School Lunch Program.In this episode, Raelyn shares why these programs are so vital and how they work — from collecting donations to distributing essential supplies to classrooms throughout the community.To learn more or make a donation, visit teachersteammates.org © 2025 edgeofcinema.com

Jim Jacobs is an industry leader in the field of market research and the CEO of Focus Insite, a qualitative market research recruitment company specializing in consumer, B2B, medical, and technical studies. In this third and final episode with Jim, he dives into how he built his professional network, how he’s tied his networking into his global travel, and he also offers up some wisdom to anyone who is looking to grow their own professional network. To learn more about Jim and Focus Insite visit www.focusinsite.com  © 2025 edgeofcinema.com

Jim Jacobs is an industry leader in the field of market research and the CEO of Focus Insite, a qualitative market research recruitment company specializing in consumer, B2B, medical, and technical studies. In this episode Jim explains what market research is, what kind of business can benefit from it, and what the advantages are to hiring a specialized market research company. Along with this Jim tells some fascinating market research stories from recognizable brands such as Apple, Roblox, and Chevy. He also offers up advice for any business who is considering launching their own research campaign.  To learn more about Jim and Focus Insite visit www.focusinsite.com  © 2025 edgeofcinema.com

Jim Jacobs is an industry leader in the field of market research and the CEO of Focus Insite, a qualitative market research recruitment company specializing in consumer, B2B, medical, and technical studies. In this episode Jim shares his journey from working in media and real estate to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the world of market research. Jim dives into how his business plan is ever-changing, the processes he’s put into place that have been the most effective within his business, and the mentors that helped him along the way. He also offers some advice for anyone looking to build their own successful business. To learn more about Jim and Focus Insite visit www.focusinsite.com  © 2025 edgeofcinema.com

Dr. Chris DeArmitt is an internationally acclaimed materials scientist and the world’s leading plastics expert. In this episode Dr. DeArmitt shares insights from his groundbreaking book, Shattering the Plastics Illusion, which dismantles common myths about plastics and reveals how misinformation is driving harmful choices for both people and the planet. To learn more about Dr. Chris DeArmitt and his book visit www.phantomplastics.com. © 2025 edgeofcinema.com

Peter Joniec is the co-founder of The Jonus Group—a multimillion-dollar recruiting firm with offices across the country. In this episode Peter shares his insights on when a business should start recruiting, how to run a successful recruiting campaign, strategies for staying connected with potential new hires, and common mistakes that companies make when seeking new talent. To learn more about Peter and The Jonus Group visit www.JonusGroup.com. © 2025 edgeofcinema.com

Peter Joniec is the co-founder of The Jonus Group—a multimillion-dollar recruiting firm with offices across the country. In this episode Peter shares his journey from how he got his start working for other companies to transitioning his career plans and launching his own successful recruiting business. Peter dives into how he met his business partner, scaled the company while maintaining quality, and navigated the challenges of fast growth. Plus, Peter offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs looking to scale their own companies. To learn more about Peter and The Jonus Group visit www.JonusGroup.com. © 2025 edgeofcinema.com