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Long Island Legends
Are you a Long Islander looking to feel more connected to your community? Too often, we walk past people, businesses, and stories that shape our neighborhoods, without ever really knowing them. It’s easy to feel disconnected, like a stranger in your own town. But you shouldn’t have to feel that way. We understand what that’s like. As a local business owner, I’ve had the privilege of meeting countless legends—people who are quietly shaping the fabric of Long Island. That’s why we created the Long Island Legends Podcast. Our mission? To help you discover the powerful, inspiring, and untold stories of local leaders—right here in your backyard. Here’s how you can get started: Visit longislandlegendspod.com, subscribe to our weekly podcast, and tune in to connect with the voices shaping your community. If you want to feel more connected to Long Island, subscribing is the right step. Subscribe now. Join us. Because when you know the legends around you, you don’t just feel informed—you feel inspired.
Long Island Legends
Long Island Legends Episode 7: Mike Steinberg
On this week of the Long Island Legends Podcast we are welcoming Mike Steinberg!
Michael Steinberg is the CEO of Hedgestone Business Advisors, one of the fastest-growing business brokerage firms in the country. Raised in a working-class family in New York, Michael developed a strong sense of grit and resilience early on—qualities that have defined his entrepreneurial journey. His career began with humble roots, from working in a pizzeria where he navigated the world of small business operations before transitioning into business advising, where he quickly found his calling.
Today, Michael leads Hedgestone with a sharp focus on client advocacy, strategic deal-making, and long-term value creation. Boasting a team of over 150 advisors and over 700 businesses sold. His ability to relate to business owners from all walks of life—because he’s been one—makes him a trusted business broker during the most pivotal moments of their lives. With a combination of street smarts, vision, and relentless execution, Michael has built a national platform that empowers entrepreneurs to exit on their terms and unlock their next chapter.
