Best CCIM Podcasts (2025)

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Faith, Family, and Retail: Jessica Johnson-Kelley, CCIM 23:22

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In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Johnson-Kelley, CCIM, a top-producing retail broker, industry leader, and pastor’s wife whose path is rooted in generational influence, grit, and intentional balance. Jessica shares how her love for retail began in childhood trips to Dillard’s and JCPenney with her grandmother — the woman who raised her, fun…

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Advocating for Yourself with Heather Hansen 15:37

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In this episode, I sit down with Heather Hansen, a former trial attorney turned speaker, coach, and founder of Belief Builders. After 25 years in the courtroom, Heather now helps leaders and teams overcome doubt, communicate with confidence, and build unshakable belief in their vision and their work. Heather shares how growing up with strong, worki…

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Do Better: Rachel Humphrey on Leadership, Legacy, and the Power of Personal Stories | The Room Key 56:46

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In this episode of The Room Key, Chase Keller sits down with Rachel Humphrey—attorney, former AAHOA executive, and founder of the Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance—to explore a remarkable career defined by reinvention and impact. Rachel shares how she traded trial law for trade associations, how leadership “chose her,” and what she learned f…

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Adapting to Episode 71 Heather Ewing - Unforeseen Circumstances and Crossing the Finish Line at the 2025 Chicago Marathon. 22:40

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Support the showBy Heather Ewing, CCIM

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Merrie Karimov: The Power of Hope and Community 20:39

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This week, in the 100th episode of Women Influencers, I sit down with Merrie Karimov, founder of Harbour Hope International, a Central Florida nonprofit dedicated to helping survivors of human trafficking rebuild their lives with dignity and hope. Merrie’s story is one of compassion turned into purpose. Raised in rural Colorado, she discovered earl…

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Decoding the Hotel Debt Market with Larry Yells: Finding the Right Capital in 2025 | The Room Key 1:01:15

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In this episode, Chase sits down with hotel mortgage broker Larry Yells to unpack the current state of hotel financing and what owners need to know heading into 2025. Larry has spent more than two decades navigating the ups and downs of capital markets for hotel owners — from the “good old days” of 75% leverage to today’s tighter lending standards.…

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Ep. 70 Dr. Pat Boulogne - Discipline as Freedom: Dr. Pat on Energy, Endurance, and AI 30:10

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We explore how to turn vague goals into clear maps, protect energy with simple systems, and finish big moments strong on the course and at work. Dr. Pat shares practical tools: nine before nine, visualization, focused recovery, and how to use AI without losing your judgment. • Women in business and the seaworthy boat mindset • Mapping goals to real…

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From Returns to Redesigns, How George Dargham turned returned office furniture into a growth engine for Miami's workplaces 32:40

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Send us a text What happens when curiosity meets execution? George Dargham, founder of Office Furniture 4 Sale, shares how a logistics insight sparked a thriving business. Hear how he scaled from local ads to global sourcing, mastered rapid installs, and embraced “resimercial” design to meet the modern workplace. Office Furniture 4 Sale website Tha…

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Answering My Guests' Questions Part 15 5:42

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This week on Women Influencers, we compiled three of the great questions my guests have asked me. I am honored to have the opportunity to chat with amazing, influential women on the podcast and it is always an honor to consider and respond to insightful inquiries. Dr. Laurel Mellin asked if I have any wire in my brain that Emotional Brain Training …

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Greg Friedman: Finding Edge in Dislocated Markets | The Room Key 52:27

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Peachtree Group CEO Greg Friedman joins me for a deep dive on his founder journey and the operating system behind one of hospitality’s most active platforms. We talk about growing up around hotels, launching Peachtree in 2007, and the decisive pivots through the GFC and COVID. Greg explains how an “owner-lender-operator” perspective shapes underwri…

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From Front Desk to Consultant: Danielle Beckcom on Hotel Sales & Revenue | The Room Key 39:41

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In this episode of The Room Key, Chase sits down with Danielle Beckcom, Founder & CEO of TADA Hotel Consulting. Danielle shares her journey from front desk agent to industry leader, and the lessons she’s learned along the way about sales, revenue management, and what hotel owners need to know to stay competitive. You’ll hear: How a simple front des…

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Living by Design: Dana Williams on Authentic Leadership 18:40

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In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Dana Williams, an executive coach, speaker, author, and founder of Dana Williams Consulting. After 25 years in leadership at Southwest Airlines, she now helps leaders move from performing to thriving by aligning their strengths, core values, and purpose. Influenced by her pioneering mother — a broadcast ex…

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Seeds That Grow: How One Inspector Built Miami's Largest Inspection Company with Luis Perez 35:09

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By Ruben Ruban, CCIM

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Loopnet, CoStar, and Ten-X: How Digital Marketing Shapes Miami's Real Estate Landscape with Brian Gonzalez 25:03

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Send us a text What happens when Miami’s unstoppable growth meets cutting-edge real estate tech? Brian Gonzalez of Loopnet reveals how search demand is soaring, office space is thriving, and digital platforms are changing the game. Tune in for insider tips and a fresh look at South Florida’s CRE market. To get in touch with Brian, you can email him…

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Wealth Management Strategies for Real Estate Professionals from Henry Silva 32:40

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Send us a text Wealth Advisor Henry Silva reveals how CRE owners and brokers avoid costly tax pitfalls. Hear about a costly lesson from a CRE transaction, the “Freedom Fund” framework for variable income, and smart entity setups that keep more in your pocket. Practical, tactical, and made for dealmakers. Ready to explore how wealth management strat…

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From Wisconsin to Miami: Louis Archambault's Journey Through Commercial Real Estate 34:48

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Send us a text From Wisconsin winters to Miami sunshine, Louis Archambault’s journey shaped his unique perspective on law and real estate. In this cafecito chat, the Saul Ewing partner and CCIM Miami board member shares insights on Miami’s industrial market, creative deal-making, and the philosophy behind condo law. Tune in for a dynamic conversati…

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Ep. 69 Maggie Porter Kratz - The Power of Community Giving 17:26

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Maggie Porter Kratz of United Way of Dane County shares how philanthropy creates meaningful community impact through strategic giving. We explore how United Way addresses systemic barriers and prevention strategies while offering various tax-efficient donation methods for donors at all giving levels. • Anyone can be a philanthropist regardless of w…

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Numbers That Tell the Truth: Hotel Financial Planning with Paden Squires | The Room Key 58:37

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Every hotel owner knows the business is cash-hungry — payroll, PIPs, taxes, debt service. But too often, the financial side is neglected until it’s too late. In this episode of The Room Key, I sit down with Paden Squires, CPA and CFP®, to talk about the financial playbook every hotel owner should be running. We dive into: Why clean, consistent fina…

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From Surviving to Thriving: Jamie H. Kim, CCIM 24:52

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In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Jamie H. Kim, CCIM, founder of the Phronesis Group in California. Jamie’s story weaves together resilience, reinvention, and an unshakable faith that carried her through both professional pivots and profound personal challenges. She shares how growing up as a latchkey kid in West LA built her self-starter …

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Ep. 68 Georgy Marrero - Baseball Town to Silicon Valley: How a $1000 Gamble Paid Off 21:15

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Georgy Marrero shares his fascinating journey from AI engineer at Meta and Amazon to successful commercial real estate investor and developer, revealing how he applies his deep tech background to revolutionize the CRE space. • Made the leap to commercial real estate seeking autonomy, freedom, and purpose • Started with a house for his grandmother t…

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Unstuck Yourself: Embodied Leadership with Laura Cardwell & Megan O’Malley 23:03

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In this thought-provoking episode, I sit down with Laura Cardwell and Megan O’Malley, co-founders of Embodied Leadership by Design and authors of Unstuck Yourself. Their work blends neuroscience, human design, and embodied practices to help people move beyond the “packets” of mental issues they’re dealing with and into authentic, heart-centered lea…

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Ep. 67 Scott Browning -The Surprising Link Between Endurance and Career Growth 28:45

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Scott Browning joins us to explore the powerful connection between endurance athletics and success in competitive business fields like commercial real estate. We dive deep into how the marathon mindset creates mental toughness that translates directly to professional achievement. • Started as a swimmer before transitioning to running and completing…

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The Guest Experience Begins on Paper: Hotel Design with Anne Becker Olins 1:08:44

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Episode Summary In this episode of The Room Key, Chase Keller sits down with Anne Becker Olins, a Paris-based architect and designer whose work with Accor spans the globe’s most luxurious hotels—including Raffles, Fairmont, and Orient Express. Anne shares what makes luxury design truly timeless, why she insists on staying involved after hotels open…

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From the Back of the House to the Courtroom: Steven Shapiro on Hospitality Law That Actually Helps 52:14

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Most hotel owners don’t need more legal theory—they need lawyers who understand how hotels actually work. That’s exactly what Steven Shapiro is training his students to become. Steven is the Director of the Hospitality and Tourism Law Program at American University Washington College of Law. In this episode, he and Chase talk about why hospitality …

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Answering My Guests' Questions Part 14 7:06

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This week on Women Influencers, we compiled three of the great questions my guests have asked me. I am honored to have the opportunity to chat with amazing, influential women on the podcast and it is always an honor to consider and respond to insightful inquiries. Andrea Simon asked how I make the podcast valuable. Ral West asked me what systems I …

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Doing Good Is Good for Business: Anna Blue on Workforce Strategy, DEI, and the Future of Hospitality | The Room Key 50:20

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Can doing good actually make your business more profitable? In this episode of The Room Key, host Chase Keller sits down with Anna Blue, former President of the AHLA Foundation, for a candid and insightful conversation about workforce development, DEI, and what hotel owners need to know about building a stronger team and a better guest experience. …

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Reclaiming Health & Longevity with Allison McCune Davis 25:31

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In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Allison McCune Davis, best-selling author of 60 Is a Good Start and its companion Reignite! The 60-Day Dare Planner. Allison’s journey spans Hollywood, homeschooling, and holistic health. She began her career in television and film—working in Los Angeles on projects ranging from Star Trek: The Next Generat…

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Tyler Trunnell on the Insurance Mistakes Hotel Owners Can’t Afford to Make | The Room Key 43:25

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Insurance might not be the most glamorous part of running a hotel, but it’s one of the most important. In this episode of The Room Key, I sit down with Tyler Trunnell, better known as “Mr. Hotel Insurance,” to dig into the details every hotel owner should know. Tyler shares how to avoid costly coverage gaps, what owners often overlook when renewing…

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Rescuing Hotels from the Brink with Jake Isaacs 49:21

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When you’re facing failed QA inspections, bad guest reviews, and the threat of losing your franchise flag, there’s no time for slow fixes—you need a turnaround expert. Jake Isaacs has made a career out of stepping into these high-pressure situations and leading hotels back to health. In this episode of The Room Key, Jake sits down with Chase Keller…

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Building a Hospitality Legacy: Lessons from Vimal Ranat 32:04

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From Front Desk to Fairfield: A Conversation with Hotel Owner Vimal Ranat Growing up in a hotel can teach you a lot about life—and about business. In this episode of The Room Key, host Chase Keller sits down with hospitality veteran Vimal Ranat, who shares his inspiring journey from working the front desk as a child to owning multiple branded prope…

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Dr. Camille Preston – Living Real and Leading with Inner Mastery 21:28

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In this insightful episode, I sit down with Dr. Camille Preston, business psychologist, executive coach, and founder of AIM Leadership, to explore how embracing life’s challenges can unlock true growth and fulfillment. Camille shares her journey from growing up in New England to working in Africa, on Capitol Hill, and ultimately founding AIM Leader…

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Luxury, Leadership & Longevity: How Jeff Keeley Keeps InterContinental Kansas City on Top 33:38

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From fry cook to Four-Star GM—Jeff Keeley’s hospitality journey is as inspiring as it is insightful. In this episode of The Room Key, Jeff takes us behind the scenes of luxury hotel management at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza, where he’s led the team for nearly five years. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The career path from entry-level hotel …

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From Cold Calls to Community Impact: Tiffany Ashurian 21:46

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In this dynamic episode, I sit down with Tiffany Ashurian, Vice President of Leasing and Acquisitions at Ashco Centers Commercial Real Estate, a family office based in Jacksonville, Florida. Tiffany shares how she grew up immersed in commercial real estate, attending her first ICSC conference at the age of four, and watching her immigrant parents b…

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Stephen Barth: The Legal and Leadership Wake-Up Call Hotel Owners Can't Afford to Miss 1:00:30

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If you're a hotel owner, manager, investor, or franchisee—this episode is for you. Stephen Barth is a hospitality attorney, professor at the Conrad Hilton College, and founder of HospitalityLawyer.com. He’s spent decades helping hotel professionals navigate legal risks, build emotionally intelligent teams, and prepare for the unexpected. In this ep…

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Answering My Guests' Questions Part 13 7:31

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This week on Women Influencers, we compiled three of the great questions my guests have asked me. I am honored to have the opportunity to chat with amazing, influential women on the podcast and it is always an honor to consider and respond to insightful inquiries. Amy Calandrino asked how about a challenging moment in my career. Elise Russell asked…

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Ep. 66 Laura Dohanes - The Art of Exit Strategy: Tax Planning Beyond Numbers 24:29

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In this episode, Laura Dohanes shares how her early passion for reading contracts evolved into a nationwide tax planning practice serving investors and business owners. With experience defending over 3,000 IRS audits, she emphasizes why planning your exit before making an investment is critical and how it can protect you from costly tax pitfalls. L…

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Ep. 65 Luis Frias - Beyond Mailbox Money: Building Legacy Through Multifamily Investments 18:47

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In this episode, Luis Frias, Principal of Caltech's Capital Group, shares his journey from broker to multifamily investor managing over $140M in assets. Driven by a desire for time freedom after the birth of his son, Luis discusses how his brokerage background laid the groundwork for investment success through operational efficiency and risk mitiga…

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Ep. 64 Dr. Nkem Ezeamama - Feel the Fear and Invest Anyway: Breaking Free of Career Limitations 22:15

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What does it take to transform from a successful physician to a real estate entrepreneur helping others build wealth? Dr. Nkem reveals the mindset shifts that changed everything. Dr. Nkem's journey began as an ER physician facing the harsh reality that medicine was becoming more about business than patient care. Seeking time freedom and financial d…

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Ep. 63 Gita Faust - Smart Accounting Creates Wealth in Commercial Real Estate 19:43

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Money isn't just about what's in the bank—it's about the mindset that gets it there and keeps it growing. Gita Faust, owner of Fast Track Consulting, reveals how proper accounting transforms commercial real estate profitability beyond simple bookkeeping. Gita's journey began unexpectedly when a devastating car accident left her disabled for nearly …

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Say Yes to the Journey: Nemesie Esteves 22:15

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In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Nemesie Esteves, CCIM, co-founder of Bison Construction, whose journey from humble beginnings to industry leadership is powered by bold decisions and relentless curiosity. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Orlando, Nemesie grew up on job sites, helping with family construction projects and learning firstha…

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Ep. 62 Wayne Hickey - Reimagining Family Entertainment: Wayne Hickey's Interactive Adventure 16:36

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Support the showBy Heather Ewing, CCIM

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From Vision to Village: Charlotte Ustler’s Urban Legacy 23:22

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In this episode, I spoke with Charlotte Ustler, Principal at Ustler Development, whose passion for thoughtful city-building is rooted in her upbringing. Raised by a father who was a regional urban planner and a mother who led grantmaking for the Dr. Phillips Foundation, Charlotte was immersed in conversations about responsible development and commu…

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Built from Grit: How Heather Konopka Transformed Hardship into Impact 23:01

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Heather Konopka, CCIM, a commercial real estate leader whose journey from extreme hardship to professional success is nothing short of extraordinary. As a child, Heather grew up in poverty, unaware of just how difficult her circumstances were—scavenging for clothes, caring for her father with alcohol addict…

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Answering My Guests' Questions Part 12 3:49

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This week on Women Influencers, we compiled three of the great questions my guests have asked me. I am honored to have the opportunity to chat with amazing, influential women on the podcast and it is always an honor to consider and respond to insightful inquiries. Cindy Carrillo asked how I've embraced change in my life. Josie Legido Correa asked w…

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Ep. 60 Gabe Einhorn — The Inner Game of CRE: Resilience, Discipline & Drive to Build 23:44

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This episode features an inspiring conversation with Gabe Einhorn, a rising commercial real estate professional and founder of the faith-based clothing brand “Praise.” Gabe shares the highs and lows of his journey, like going 14 months without closing a deal, and how resilience, faith, and authenticity have shaped his approach to business. He opens…

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Ep. 61 Julius Bieliauskas - Find Your Fundamentals and Watch Your Business Thrive 18:39

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Clarity beats complexity every time. That's the refreshing message from Julius Bieliauskas, a content marketing strategist who's spent eight years helping professionals build authentic personal brands that drive results. In this conversation, Julius peels back the layers of effective personal branding, revealing why so many professionals struggle t…

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Finding Flow: Diane Allen’s Journey from Violinist to Visionary 29:26

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In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Diane Allen, concertmaster, violinist, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author of Flow: Unlock Your Genius, Love What You Do. Diane shares how a childhood moment at a Cleveland symphony ignited her passion for the violin—a passion that evolved into a career not just in music but in helping others access thei…

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Ep. 59 Zane Schartz – The Legacy Ledger: Faith-Driven Wealth Through Real Estate 21:12

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In this episode of CRE RUNdown, host Heather sits down with real estate investor and entrepreneur Zane Schartz to explore the deeper "why" behind wealth building. Zane shares how his mission to help others attain financial freedom is rooted in something far greater than money—his unwavering faith in God. Together, they unpack the mindset, strategy,…

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Michelle Hensley – Rising Again, Wrapped in Purpose 24:25

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In this episode of Women Influencers, I had the pleasure of speaking with Michelle Hensley, the remarkable founder and CEO of Nifty Gift Package Company, the number one mobile gift-wrapping service in the country. Michelle’s journey is one of incredible faith, resilience, and reinvention. From being a young widow and stay-at-home mom to wrapping gi…

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Ep. 58 Tim Dowling - Igniting Growth Through Perseverance and Purpose in Business 23:28

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with entrepreneur and visionary Tim Dowling to explore his journey of building meaningful businesses rooted in the heart of Buda. Tim shares how perseverance and purpose have shaped his approach to business, from staying close to the communities he serves to fostering inclusive, creative spaces that uplift liv…