Beyond The Deal

In this episode we interview Elon Gerberg, Co-Director of The ROI Group, a division of SVN Commercial Partners in Southern Florida. Elon and his team specialize in retail, industrial, and office real estate throughout South Florida, including Boca Raton, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale. Tune in to this episode to hear more about Elon’s journey, the commercial real estate experience that he shares, and...

In this episode, we interview Tyler Davis, President of SVN Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate in Central Florida. Tyler began his career in public accounting and entered the commercial real estate business in 2019. Over the past 5 years Tyler has learned the ropes of commercial real estate, with expertise in all kinds of land deals. Tyler is now the company's president, serving in leadership f...

In this episode, we interview Kyle Matthews, an established business development leader and connector in Central PA. Kyle was the Director of Partnerships for Denim Coffee, building their wholesale business and connecting with business partners around the region. He also previously served as the VP of Sales for CIO Mastermind in Denver, Colorado and has served in other various business development...

In this episode, we interview Judy Walter, owner of Zimmerman Automotive Tire Pros and Ultimate Car Wash and Lube LLC. Judy has worked in the automotive industry since 1975 and took over Zimmerman Automotive from her father and uncles. Together they grew from a small shop with gas pumps and just two employees into a thriving company with between 20 and 30 employees and over 20 total service bays. ...

In this episode, we interview Augie Schmidt, an entrepreneur and commercial real estate agent in Central Florida, specializing in Industrial Real Estate. Augie’s career has centered on commercial real estate and entrepreneurship. He recently had his biggest year in business and hit the million-dollar earning mark. He also recently founded a new tech company called REHQ that provides commercial rea...

In this episode, we interview Kathy Anderson-Martin, an established leader in the non-profit sector in Central PA. Kathy serves as the Executive Director of Midwest Food Bank, serving people in need across PA, NY, and NJ. She also served 11 years as the Director of Resource Development for The Salvation Army Harrisburg Capital City Region.  Tune in to this episode to hear more about Kathy’s journe...

In this episode we interview Mark and Karen Ackley, owners of Next Door Photos Susquehanna Valley. Mark and Karen’s company offers photography and videography services of properties and real estate, as well as 3D models and virtual tours. They have worked together in business ventures for over 15 years, and are passionate about connecting with people and impacting the world through creative entrep...

In this episode, we interview Ray Chung, an entrepreneur and consultant with Rising Sun Consultants, LLC. Ray’s career has centered around organizational culture and employee experience and engagement. His current role focuses more prominently on promoting the development of servant leaders and healthy cultures through honesty, integrity, and care of people.  Tune in to this episode to hear more a...

In this episode, we interview Julie Walker, founder of The Peyton Walker Foundation. The Foundation provides free heart screenings for students and athletes throughout our area. Finding undiagnosed heart conditions is the key to saving lives. The Foundation also hosts several CPR and AED Certification training classes each year for community members. Additionally, each student who attends their he...

In this episode, we interview Scott Stevens, First Vice President of SBA Lending with 44 Business Capital, a division of Berkshire Bank. Scott has been in banking and finance for 20 years and brings a wealth of information on commercial lending, particularly SBA lending.  Tune in to this episode to hear more about Scott’s journey, the finance and lending experience he shares, and what advice he wo...

In today’s episode, we interview Rick Trumper, Director of Construction for GCM, a commercial construction company. Rick has spent his career in commercial construction and knows the industry inside and out.  Tune in to this episode to hear more about Rick’s journey, the construction and development experience that he shares, and what advice he would give to real estate developers and owners looki...

In today’s episode we spoke with Austin Peachey of Peachey Forest Products, a wood pallet company. Austin began his company at the age of ?, and now has a team of ? working with him. Peachey Forest Products provides pallet services to a number of large logistics companies in Central PA.  Tune in to this episode to hear more about Austin’s experience as an entrepreneur, his thoughts on business, an...

In this episode, we spoke with Micah Davis, Mortgage Loan Officer with Fidelis Mortgage Corporation, and Director of Development for Greenlight Operation, a local non-profit combating human trafficking in Central PA. Micah has a commercial banking and finance background and has also served with other anti-human trafficking non-profits in the area.

In today’s episode we spoke with Ryan Unger, President and CEO of the Harrisburg Business Chamber and CREDC. Ryan has worked in economic development in the greater Harrisburg area for well over a decade and has shown his commitment to seeing the businesses, investors, and private citizens of Central Pennsylvania thrive. For more information about Ryan and/or the Harrisburg Regional Chamber: www.ha...

In today’s episode we interview Jim Zugay, Recorder of Deeds for Dauphin County. Jim was elected as the Recorder of Deeds in the year 2000, and has made it his career. He has established significant technological advancements in the office, including digitizing historical records and making public information easily accessible to everyone, while protecting the private information of the citizens o...

In this episode, we interviewed Angela Price, owner of Juniper Environmental. Angela created Juniper Environmental as an independent and objective resource for commercial, industrial, and agricultural property investors or buyers. She has spent over 18 years in the environmental field, working on a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from the small mom-and-pop corner store to large industrial Si...

In this episode, we interviewed Dave Morgan, Regional Practice Director for Rettew, a civil engineering and landscape architecture consulting firm. Dave has over 35 years of diverse, professional experience including land planning, site engineering, landscape architecture, and management of complex multidiscipline projects. Dave brings many years of technical capability, business development, and...

In this episode we interview Jeremy Blount, Owner and Vice President of GCM, a commercial construction company. Jeremy is very involved in the leadership and direction of GCM, and is involved in the local community.  As a second-generation owner, Jeremy’s business journey has been far from typical. Tune in to this episode to hear more about Jeremy’s journey, the business and real estate experience...

In this episode we spoke with Karen Neiderer, Senior Advisor at SVN Latus Commercial Realty Group. Karen has worked in commercial real estate for over 12 years, with a specialty in retail. She has developed key relationships in the business community and shares her insights into how those key relationships bring added value to her clients. Tune in to this episode to hear more about Karen, the comm...

In this episode we interview Rocky Lalvani, local business finance consultant. Rocky is an entrepreneur and real estate investor and is very involved in the local community. He also has a podcast called Richer Soul, where he hosts many well-known business owners and professionals to talk about business and finance as well as life, goal setting, and living well.  Tune in to this episode to hear mor...

In today’s episode we interview Jack Greenawalt, local franchisee of Murphy Business Sales. Jack is a serial entrepreneur, having owned numerous local businesses including a cafe, a daycare, self-storage units and a travel agency. He is also a former commercial real estate agent, with experience in commercial real estate sales and leasing. His experience as a business owner who has built and sold...

In today’s episode we were pleased to get to speak with Beth Peiffer, Owner of Ralph E Jones, Inc., a commercial painting company. Beth’s company is her family’s business that has been handed down through generations and is celebrating it’s 100th Anniversary this year! Ralph E Jones, Inc. is well known in Central Pennsylvania for their dedication to detail and quality of service.  Tune in to this...

In this episode, we interviewed Judy Striewig, Partner at JSR Appraisal Group, Inc. Judy is a Certified Commercial Appraiser and has worked in property appraisal since 2004. Commercial real estate appraising is a second career path for her. After college, she worked for several years in the field of technology as a computer programmer, data analyst, project manager, and business design analyst. In...

In this episode we interviewed Joe Cline, Owner of A’nS Company, Inc. Joe spent his professional career in construction and inspection for various companies, before beginning A’nS. Joe is renowned in our area for his dedication to detail and quality of service.  Tune in to this episode to hear more about Joe’s entrepreneurial journey, the property inspection insights that he shares, his future pla...

Join us as we converse with Laura Martin, Owner and Managing Director of SVN Latus Commercial Realty Group. Laura has over 20 years of experience in commercial real estate and is a wealth of knowledge. Join us as she shares with us about how she evaluates deals, what goes into pricing a property, what advice she would give to a new investor, and much more!