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.

This week, we are welcoming Mark Perel to the Long Island Legends Podcast!

Mark is the owner and president of Homestead Window Treatments, Long Island’s premier custom window-covering company. Since taking over the family business from his father, Mark has transformed Homestead into an award-winning brand, recognized for eleven consecutive years as Best of Long Island.

Known for his entrepreneurial drive, Mark has built Homestead around one core principle: the customer experience comes first. From curating luxury designs to creating a seamless installation process, his leadership emphasizes attention to detail, accountability, and delivering unmatched value.

Beyond the showroom, Mark is passionate about marketing innovation, community engagement, and building partnerships that expand Homestead’s reach. He also runs a 10,000-member interior design and outdoor living group, where he fosters connections between homeowners and industry professionals.

Outside of business, Mark is dedicated to personal growth and fitness, seeing discipline in the gym as the same consistency required to grow a thriving company. A husband and father, he integrates family into the heart of Homestead’s story, reflecting the values of resilience, gratitude, and excellence that guide both his work and life.

This week, we are welcoming Rob Pannell onto the Long Island Legends Podcast!

Rob Pannell is a Smithtown, New York native where he attended Smithtown HS West, then Deerfield Academy for a post-graduate year. At Cornell, Pannell won the 2013 Tewaaraton Trophy and was a 2011 ESPY nominee for best collegiate athlete. He was a 4x All-American and 4x first team All-Ivy selection. Since, he has 13 seasons of professional lacrosse under his belt, currently playing for the Maryland Whipsnakes in the Premier Lacrosse League. The 2018 MVP and 2x Offensive Player of the Year, Pannell is the first player ever to record 300 goals and 300 assists in outdoor professional lacrosse. He is currently third all time in career points with 635. Pannell was a member of Team USA in the 2014, 2018 and 2023 World Games, winning gold medals in 2018 and 2023. A 2x All-World selection, Pannell is the all time leading scorer for Team USA in international competition. Pannell currently resides on Long Island where he is in a business development role with Acrisure, a leading insurance brokerage in the United States and globally.

This week, we are welcoming David Díaz to the Long Island Legends Podcast!

David is the owner of Selden Concrete Corp. is a fully licensed, insured and owner operated poured concrete contractor with over 50 years of experience. Since their inception in 1993, the company continuously strives to provide new and past clients with quality work at reasonable prices and schedules that meet or exceed their expectations.

They continue to service some of the most respected custom home builders, real estate
development firms and general contractors throughout Long Island with quality concrete work, as well as homeowners.

They specialize in residential and commercial concrete work in both Suffolk and Nassau County. The company offers a wide range of services specializing in the concrete construction of residential communities and sub-divisions of new homes, townhome and condominium construction, construction of commercial buildings, as well as foundation additions for extensions or additions to homes.