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.
Podcasting since 2022 • 75 episodes
People and Places and How We Use Spaces
Latest Episodes
Episode 75: A Masterclass in Market Knowledge and Real Estate Resilience with Jim Freytag
What does it take to thrive in commercial real estate for nearly four decades? In this episode, veteran broker Jim Freytag shares his remarkable journey from CBRE’s early days to becoming the guy who seems to know every tenant and every buildin...
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Episode 74: From Rib Shack to Restaurant Empire; Lessons from America's Rib King, Famous Dave
From a rib-loving kid in Chicago to the founder of a national restaurant empire, Dave Anderson’s story is a masterclass in persistence, vision, and flavor. Known as “Famous Dave,” he built more than a barbecue joint—he created a lifest...
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Episode 73: Faith, Friends, and Forty Years of Real Estate with Mark Kolsrud
For Mark Kolsrud, real estate isn’t just about buildings — it’s about people, culture, and purpose. With 40 years in the industry, Mark has led landmark deals, built lasting partnerships, and discovered that the real win is in relationships.
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Episode 72: Building Community Through Business with Bill Foussard
For Bill Foussard, hospitality and community go hand in hand. Known as the face of White Bear Lake, Foussard has built a career that proves success in business is not just about balance sheets and property—it’s about people, perseverance, and g...
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Episode 71: From Piano Keys to Property Keys with Ryan O'Neill
Ryan O’Neill’s path to building one of Minnesota’s largest real estate teams began in an unexpected place—a music stage. In this inspiring conversation, Ryan shares how his early years performing dueling pianos with his brother sparked a lifelo...
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