People and Places and How We Use Spaces
Everyone needs a place to live, work and play. Join business owner/broker/investor, Lisa Christianson, as she has conversations with successful people who share their inspiring stories and how their interactions with commercial real estate have impacted their lives, businesses, clients, and the world. You will find insights into strategies for selecting, acquiring, leasing, financing, and investing in commercial real estate.
People and Places and How We Use Spaces
Latest Episodes
Episode 88: The Foundation of My Story; A Conversation with Mom and Dad
In this deeply personal episode, Lisa sits down with two of the most influential people in her life—her parents, Larry and LuAnn Fransen. Together, they reflect on the family stories, values, and experiences that shaped generations. ...
Episode 87 - From Heartbreak to Harvest with Liz Fiedler Mergen
Liz's journey was never part of a carefully written business plan. A nurse practitioner by training, she unexpectedly found herself rebuilding a life she never imagined after the devastating loss of her husband. What began as a small roadside f...
Episode 86: From Newsroom to New Ventures: How Allison Kaplan Stays Ahead of the Curve
In this episode, Lisa sits down with journalist and innovator Allison Kaplan for a wide-ranging conversation on storytelling, retail, and the evolving way we experience the world around us.Allison shares her journey from traditional prin...
Episode 85: From the Hardwood to the Heart of Minneapolis: Rich Melzer’s Full-Circle Mission
From the hardwood to the heart of Minneapolis, Rich Melzer’s journey is one of resilience and purpose. A former professional basketball player, Rich now serves as CEO of YouthLink, supporting young people experiencing homelessness.In thi...
Episode 84: Building the Future of Ghana with Kojo Boadi
Kojo Boadi’s journey begins thousands of miles from the coastline he is now helping transform. Born and raised in Ghana, he came to the United States at nineteen with a purpose that, even then, felt bigger than simply earning a degree.
