Real Growth Podcast

Is the traditional office space dead, or is it just waiting for a better model? In this episode of the Real Growth Podcast, host Justin sits down with Andrew Robinson, founder of Slingshot Real Estate. Andrew shares how he transitioned from managing $180M+ institutional assets at CBRE to building Rochester’s largest private office ecosystem from the ground up. Andrew unpacks his vision for "The Hu...

00:00 — Introduction to Miguel Aguilera and Hidden Pines    01:48 — Crafting the Menu: The Story Behind the Famous Cucumber Sticks    03:35 — Growing Up in the Business: From Men's Warehouse to Restaurant Management    06:08 — The Lakeside Food Shack Experiment: Elbow-to-Elbow Entrepreneurship    09:05 — Discovering the Space: The Mandeville Golf Course Opportunity    11:34 — The Board Room: Navig...

At just 26 years old, Avery Ternberg is turning her lifelong passion for Pilates into a reality with the opening of Revive Pilates Co. In this episode, Avery joins Justin to discuss her journey from recovering after high school sports injuries to launching a boutique fitness studio in Northwest Rochester. 00:00 — Introduction to Avery Ternberg and Revive Pilates Co    01:38 — Smashing the Stigma:...

In this episode of the Real Growth Podcast, Gunnar Grimsrud got to sit down with friend and client, Stephan Olander, owner of Sneaker City. Stephan shares his experience navigating the high-demand world of sneaker resale and the discipline required to maintain a physical retail presence in a digital-heavy industry. In this episode, we discuss: Retail Resilience: The reality of staying in business...

In this episode of the Real Growth Podcast, host Nick chats with Eric Funk of Emerald Financial Group (Thrivent) to discuss the growth through his 24-year career in financial services. Eric shares his journey from starting out in the industry to now breaking ground on a brand-new commercial headquarters in NW Rochester, MN, offering a blueprint for building a high-impact team and a legacy-driven b...

In this episode of the Real Growth Podcast, Nick Pompeian gets to sit down with our newest colleague at Realty Growth, VP of Development and Acquisitions, Micah Nelson. With a background ranging from elite investment management to hands-on small business ownership, Micah brings a unique, data-driven perspective to the Rochester real estate market. This conversation explores the diverse experiences...

Bedo Rodriguez has been practicing ceramics for two decades, but recently took the leap to bring his love for the craft to the Rochester community through his own business. Today, he is the owner of Aveli Pottery , a teaching studio offering kids' camps, adult classes, and 24-hour memberships. In this episode of the Real Growth Podcast , we discuss the grit required to move from a hobby to a profe...

In this episode of the Real Growth Podcast, we sit down with Alli Robertson, the creative force behind the YouTube channel Restored by Alli. Alli shares her journey from posting casual house restoration updates for her family to strategically growing an online community all while being a freelance designer and woodworker.  Whether you’re a small business owner, a freelancer, or an aspiring YouTube...

Karen & Jeremy have been climbing for years, they met at a climbing gym. Now they are married.  They are climbing and business partners for life. Justin joins them and they chat about the small things in business as well as the interesting aspects of running a climbing gym!  This week's host is Justin Collopy.

PJ Calkins started his career making buttons with his siblings and that business, Affordable Buttons, is still thriving. He now has moved on to other ventures and his journey is inspiring no matter what field you may be in.  This week's host: Nick Pompeian

Adam Hartman is a seasoned financial mind. As a Portfolio Manager at Home Federal Savings Bank, he has worked in the Rochester, MN market for much of his career. He shares with us a lot of valuable information as well as a great story about his time working with the State of MN during the mortgage collapse of 2008.   This week's host: Gunnar Grimsrud

Shauna Anderson owns Papa's Roast Coffee Trailer as well as MenSalon with her father and mother in Rochester, MN. Steve Anderson joins us as well. They discuss business ownership and the challenges that go along with growth and owning a business with family.  This week's host: Justin Collopy

Chris Sikkema has a really cool job as Head of Special Projects at the Episcopal Church. He was even on TMZ during the royal wedding a couple years back. Chris is a delight and a great conversationalist.  This week's host: Nick Pompeian  Video on YouTube, Realty Growth Inc  https://youtu.be/mBpux5PPBho

Steve Dunn has a history that could never fit into a podcast. He tells us some stories of his past business ventures that will really inspire you. His vibrant personality and knowledge of the restaurant and commercial industry is enthralling.  This week's host: Dylan Carty

Zach Alms is the owner of 507 Capital. Coming from a family of Realtors he has grown up around the concept of investing. Now he helps others make money. This conversation is very informative while also remains palatable if you are new to the industry.  This week's host: Dylan Carty

If you live in Rochester, MN you probably already know Sunny Prabhakar. If not, meet the serial entrepreneur himself! Sunny co-owns Aventi Entertainment he also has his hands in many other projects.  This week's host: Nick Pompeian

Will Forsman, Operating Owner of Cafe Steam joins our host and Cafe Steam fan club president, Nick Pompeian. They give us a look into the backgound of Rochester's "coolest" coffee shop. Will shares the story of how he got involved with Cafe' steam ownership as well as many other valuable growth stories and insights. Thanks for watching or listening! 

This week on the REal Growth Podcast, we are joined by D'Angelo Tines of Popus Gourmet Popcorn in Rochester, MN. He and Bucky Beeman chat about the grind of business, going back to college days and the lessons learned early on in the business. They dive into a bunch of other great concepts as well, so enjoy the podcast! 

We are joined by Nate Skare of Skare Spine and Performance in Rochester, MN. Before beginning a career in chiropractic performance, Nate was a high level athlete in High School and College sports, giving him that edge in practice and made for an interesting conversation about growth! More about Nate and his business https://www.skarespineperform.com/pages/about-dr-nate-skare Our Linktree linktr.ee...

On this episode of the Real Growth Podcast, Bucky Beeman has a great conversation with the Miller brothers- entrepreneurs in the construction industry. Gary and Brandon talk about their growth in business and the way that you can get better at learning, listening and a how a very high-priced workshop also might help your bottom line.

Bucky Beeman sits down with Kayla Shurson of Shurson Group in Rochester, MN. It was a great conversation about her growth in business as she never planned to be an entrepreneur and somehow fell into it. It's a great story and we all had a lot of fun asking her accounting questions after the podcast wrapped. (Kidding!) Enjoy the Podcast.

Nick sits down with an old friend, Natalie Victoria, owner of Victoria's Restaurant & Wine Bar (and more) and chats about life, passion for entrepreneurialism and the complexities of running a family business!

This week on the Real Growth Podcast Realty Growth's Gunnar Grimsrud chats with client, now friend, Allison Kocak. Allison owns Companion Acres, a dog boarding facility in South Rochester, MN. Gunnar was the agent responsible for helping Allison on the long and sometimes challenging journey to find the perfect place for her business. They also talk about life, parenting and the unexpected aspects...

In this week's Real Growth Podcast, Bucky Beeman sat down with Brad Vigesaa of Nerdin Out, based in Rochester, MN with a location in Inver Grove Heights as well. They discuss the nuances of business, and how to handle rapid growth, as well as the effects of 2020 we are still seeing today. Besides Nerdin Out Con in Rochester, he also talks about his newest venture coming to Minneapolis, Minnesota C...

Nick Pompeian sits down with his brother, Aaron Pompeian to talk business and Aaron's growth as an entrepreneur going from corporate America to owning Minnesota's beloved BBQ shack, John Hardy's BBQ.