After more than a decade serving business owners and investors, Amy Calandrino and the team at Beyond Commercial has discovered that our most successful clients have a performance mindset driving them to gain a competitive edge over others in the marketplace. Through helping our clients to execute data-driven decisions, we've found that it's about so much more than property in being successful. Often self-limiting beliefs coupled with lack of information can hinder one's performance in busin ...
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Women in Business - Commercial Real Estate , Female Business Success & Entrepreneur Stories
Veronica Malolos, CCIM
Imagine getting to know the most successful women influencers in business and commercial real estate today. Hi, I am Veronica Malolos, CCIM, Founder and CEO of Capital Stack Real Estate Group, a commercial real estate company serving the Greater Orlando area. By bringing the unique stories of successful women on my podcast, my hope is to inspire and motivate other women in the different stages of their lives or careers. For corporations looking to increase their female talent pool perhaps th ...
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I had the chance to speak with Ral West this week on Women Influencers. She is the founder of Ral West, Livin’ the Dream, a service company dedicated to teaching Entrepreneurs how to create smooth running businesses so they can overcome overwhelm, accomplish more success with less stress, and live the life they deserve. We discussed how she grew up…
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Carving Out a Niche, Syndicating Deals, and Prioritizing Residents with Natasha Falconi
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Today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast features Natasha Falconi, a distinguished figure in multifamily real estate. Natasha is based in South Florida and carved out her niche by focusing on strategic investments and innovative growth strategies that significantly influence her portfolio and industry influence. Natasha has a background a…
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I had the pleasure of speaking with Andi Simon this week on Women Influencers. Andi is the founder of Simon Associates Management Consultants LLC (SAMC), which she founded in 2002 to apply anthropology’s methods, tools, and theory to businesses in need of change. We discussed how she was being trained to take over the family retail business when sh…
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In this week’s episode of Women Influencers, I spoke with Christy Gessler, Realtor, Broker/Owner of Freedom 512 real estate group, and former Park Ranger in Travis County, TX. She was the first female deputized Park Ranger in her county’s emergency response team. We discussed how her father served in the Air Force and then became a business owner, …
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Mentorship and Market Trends with Kurt Jensen
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On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Kurt Jensen of Kessinger Hunter in Kansas City, Missouri. Hunter is an SIOR and is a principal at his firm, which focuses on industrial brokerage. He was born and raised in Kansas City, and Kurt is in business with his dad and brother. He is also a host of the podcast ON AIRE wit…
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In this week’s episode of Women Influencers, I spoke with Elise Russell, founder of the motivational lifestyle brand Pony Friday. She is a quick-witted speaker, copywriter and creative director, known for her award-winning work, bright ideas, attention to detail and sass. We discussed how she grew up as the middle child in her family of Home Builde…
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Amy Calandrino: Don’t Be Afraid to Say No
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In this week’s episode of Women Influencers, I spoke with Amy Calandrino, a commercial real estate advisor and the founder & CEO of Beyond Commercial in Orlando, Florida. She also hosts the Performance Mindset podcast, and was gracious enough to have me as a guest. On Women Influencers, we discussed her family’s winter move from Vermont to Florida …
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Today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast features Carrie Bobb, a commercial real estate agent with Foundry Commercial in Nashville. She was previously with Carrie Bobb & Co. and is the founder of hellojenny. Carrie specializes in mixed-use developments, evoking emotion through retail leasing. Hellojenny develops digital strategies for com…
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Michelle Fraser: Climbing to the Next Level
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In this week’s episode of Women Influencers, I spoke with Michelle Fraser, an engineering expert and consultant in the oil and gas industry, with over 25 years of experience working with global organizations in the UK and overseas. She is also the host of the Energy Sector Heroes podcast. We discussed how she was encouraged throughout her school ye…
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Josie Legido Correa: The Importance of Having A Network
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Josie Legido Correa: The Importance of Having A Network Today on the Women Influencers podcast, I spoke with Josie Legido Correa, the President-Elect of CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women) Miami. She is also JWR Construction’s Director of Business Development for Florida. We discussed how she grew up in Miami, raised by her parents who immigrated f…
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On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy welcomes Antje Pepper, co-founder of KEEP>GOING First Aid. Antje is originally from Germany, met her American husband in New Zealand, and they ultimately settled in the United States. Their business started when they realized there was a real need for first aid kits geared toward families, lea…
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In this week’s episode of Women Influencers, I spoke with the inspirational Cindy Carrillo, a businesswoman for over 40 years who has started several of her own businesses, including being the Founder and CEO of a national B2B company that provided work/life services to employees of top Fortune 500 businesses. Cindy has extensive leadership experie…
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In this week’s episode of Women Influencers, I spoke with Candis Pressley, founder and CEO of Trinity Property Advisors - a commercial real estate firm operating in the North East United States. We discussed how she grew up inspired and mentored by her Grandmother, who kept her focused on achieving her goals. Candis graduated from Temple University…
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Breaking Barriers in Real Estate with Christina Balas
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On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Christina Balas, Vice President of Servicing and Operations at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate. Christina is a fellow Power Beacon and a dynamic leader known for her strategic insight and commitment to driving growth and inclusion in the real estate industry. Christina is pa…
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Janet Perez Eckles: Gratitude is the Secret
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I spoke with Janet Perez Eckles this week on the Women Influencers podcast. She is an author, international speaker, radio host, and founder of JC Empowerment ministries. We spoke about how she overcame losing her sight to Retinitis Pigmentosa at the age of 30 and became a powerhouse of motivation. We discussed her family’s immigration to the U.S. …
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I spoke with Natasha Falconi this week on the Women Influencers podcast. She is a Real Estate Investor focused on value-add multi-family properties who loves revitalizing neighborhoods by improving under-performing assets. We discussed her upbringing as a 1st generation American born to Cuban parents, and how this influenced her to pursue accountin…
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Today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast features Veronica Malolos, the founder and managing broker of CapStack Commercial in the Greater Orlando, Florida market. Veronica is CCIM-certified and the host of the Women in Business podcast. She is also involved with the National Association of Realtors and was recognized by CREi as a top Comm…
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This week on Women Influencers, I spoke with Kortney Ross. She is a business consultant and podcaster who helps leaders support working parents so that they can create workplace cultures that attract and retain the best people. We discussed how she grew up with young parents in a tight knit family, and became the first college graduate of that fami…
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This week on Women Influencers, I spoke with Rubi Zetino. She is the Founder and CEO of Charizma Co., which helps industry leaders build and sustain a recognizable and undeniable brand presence. We discussed her upbringing as one of seven children under the care of her single mother. Rubi credits her upbringing and the example her mother set for gi…
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Designations, Data, and Determination with Cate Agnew
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On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Cate Agnew, a distinguished leader in commercial real estate and Chief Valuation Officer at Natixis CIB Americas. Cate holds FRICS, CRE, and MAI designations, which showcase her expertise and commitment to excellence in real estate. She is also a Power Beacon, an organization dedica…
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This week on Women Influencers, I spoke with Denise Berry. She owns and manages Luciano Equity and Co-founded Medical Industries of the Americas after having served a 400 day deployment to Iraq as a U.S. Army Combat Medic. We discussed the challenges she faced in her childhood and early adulthood, having been raised in the mountains of Santa Cruz, …
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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 iit is always an honor to consider and respond to insightful inquiries. Marissa Limsiaco asked me about my motivation to break into a new industry. Renee Sa…
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On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Ken Ashley, a senior director at Cushman & Wakefield and an expert in tenant representation. Ken is a trusted advisor to many Fortune 500 companies. He is also the founder of the CREi Summit and the innovator behind CREi Plus platforms, which foster and facilitate connections bet…
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Moving into the Unfamiliar: Monica Cataluña Shand, CCIM
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This week on Women Influencers, I spoke with Monica Cataluña Shand. She opened her own company, KoRes, in 2007 and serves as Broker and Developer. She is also the President-Elect (‘24-’25) of CCIM in the Fort Lauderdale/Broward district. We discussed how she was born and raised in Puerto Rico and how, around the time Monica was graduating High Scho…
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This week on Women Influencers, I spoke with Allison Weiss, who built a successful CRE recruiting company from scratch and lives, works, and travels the U.S. from her camper. We discussed her upbringing in a military family, which meant she lived in 13 different places by the time she was 15! After moving from Wisconsin to California in order to re…
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On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy welcomes John Motowidlak to the show. John is the founder of Mpire Financial and has more than a decade of experience in the mortgage industry. He’s helped thousands of people and has been ranked in the top 1% for United Wholesale Mortgage, the second-largest lender in the nation. John helps O…
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For this week's episode we compiled some of the amazing questions my guests have asked me. I am so honored to have had the opportunity to make podcast episodes with these amazing women, and it is always an honor to consider and respond to insightful inquiries. Jeri Frank asked me about moving to the United States from the Philippines. Agnes Rivera,…
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In this week’s episode of Women Influencers, I spoke with Tiffany Curry, the first woman to own a Berkshire Hathaway Franchise in Houston, which is also the first 100% Black owned Berkshire Hathaway in the world. She was named Woman of the Year at the 2017 Global Power Tour. We discussed how she grew up in Houston with her two siblings and their tw…
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Ingenuity Meets Purpose with Neal Sherman
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On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Neal Sherman, founder and CEO of TAGeX Brands. TAGeX is in its 38th year in business and assists businesses in all lifecycle stages, from closing locations to liquidating equipment. TAGeX is a company that has redefined sustainability in business and is a testament to what can be ac…
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In this week’s episode of Women Influencers, I spoke with Phoebe Van Tran, co-founder and CEO of Infinity Capital Lending. She is also the coauthor of the #1 Amazon best selling book, “Powerful Female Immigrants.” We discussed her immigration to America at the age of 18, her passion for fostering relationships, and the many hats she wears in a vari…
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In this week’s episode of Women Influencers, I spoke with Niki Perez, founder and CEO of Authentic CRE. Growing up, Niki was often targeted, abused, abandoned, and bullied. This chaos framed her reality and robbed her sense of identity. After having her son, she found a new purpose and surrounded herself with female mentors who taught her that bein…
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Commitment, Conviction, and Consistency with Rod Santomassimo
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On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Rod Santomassimo, president of The Massimo Group in Cary, North Carolina. The Massimo Group is a coaching organization with more than 30 coaches focused on helping individuals in commercial real estate, including brokers, mortgage brokers, and bankers, build the businesses and lives…
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Advocacy: How Robin Webb Has Helped Women Break the Glass Ceiling
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This week, for the first time, I invited a man to join the Women Influencers in Business & CRE Podcast. It was a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with one of my Mentors, Robin Webb, who has been a staunch advocate for Women in Commercial Real Estate. We discussed how he grew up poor between Georgia and Florida, left home at just 14 years old, and…
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For this week's episode we compiled some of the amazing questions my guests have asked me. I am so honored to have had the opportunity to make podcast episodes with these amazing women, and it is always an honor to consider and respond to insightful inquiries. D'Etta Costa De Leon, CCIM asked me why I chose to do this podcast. Flavia Kanyago asked …
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Purpose-Driven Success with Jordan Ostroff
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On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy welcomes attorney Jordan Ostroff to the show. Jordan is a visionary entrepreneur and managing partner of Driven Law. He also coaches fellow lawyers, helping them run more efficient practices. Jordan is a committed board member of Big Brothers and Big Sisters. At Driven Law, Jordan and his t…
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In this week’s episode, Chere recounts her illustrious career, starting as a Central Florida “ragamuffin” - her words, not mine! - to now having founded and run Nicole & Hudson Realty Corp for over 50 years. She shared how she was denied the opportunity to take engineering classes in college on account of being a woman and chose to pursue Architect…
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Perseverance: The Story of Lezlie Tram Le
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Lezlie Tram Le’s family escaped Vietnam by boat then lived in a Malaysian refugee camp for 7 years. She felt like she spent her childhood years in jail, despite having committed no crime. Around the time she turned 13, United Nations forces invaded the camp and forced the refugees out with tear gas and bullets. Despite being shot during this incide…
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Poker and the Game of Life with Bill Umansky
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On today’s Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews her friend Bill Umansky. Bill has been running a criminal and personal injury practice in Orlando since 1997. His team consists of 25-30 employees, including virtual assistants who are full-time and criminal trial lawyers. Bill no longer practices law and has taken on the role of leadership at …
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Gail Collins: From CCIM Customer Service to CCIM Deputy CEO
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Gail Collins: From CCIM Customer Service to CCIM Deputy CEO In this episode, Gail Collins shares her story of growing up in the South Suburbs of Chicago, joining CCIM as a Customer Service Representative in 1990, and growing into her current role as CCIM Institute’s Deputy CEO. Gail was awarded an honorary CCIM Designation in 2023. Below are the ke…
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On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy sits down with guest Eric Girard to talk about what it takes to become a great manager. Eric is the founder of Girard Training Solutions, a company dedicated to transforming high-performing individual contributors into great people managers. He is also the author of the book “Lead Like a Pr…
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Finding Balance: Vicki Stecher's Journey as a Mother and Entrepreneur
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In this episode, Vicki Stecher shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Hawaii to founding her successful furniture design business in Indonesia, all while raising a family of 8. Tune in for a raw and honest conversation about family, creativity, and entrepreneurship in the world of commercial real estate. Vicki Stecher's life was profoundly…
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How to Conquer Real Estate with Beth Azor
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On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Beth Azor. Beth is the founder and principal of Azor Advisory Services, Florida’s premier retail, real estate management, development, and commercial real estate education firm. Beth has a long history of buying, selling, leasing, developing, redeveloping, and managing her own retai…
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Cece Lassiter: From Legal Battle to Leading the Way in Commercial Real Estate Business
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In this episode, Cece Lassiter shares her remarkable journey from backpacking through South and Central America to becoming a sought-after redevelopment incentives attorney, proving that perseverance through challenges can lead to unexpected opportunities. Cece Lassiter is a Texan with a diverse cultural background, stemming from her mother's Beliz…
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CRE Real Talk with Eddie Gonzalez & Aviva Sonenreich
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Today on the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy sits down with her friends and colleagues, Eddie Gonzalez and Aviva Sonenreich, for a lively conversation about commercial real estate, customer service, and creating a brand in the marketplace. Amy, Eddie, and Aviva met at the CREi Summit and have kept in touch ever since. Eddie Gonzalez is a Phoenix-b…
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The Impact of Inclusivity: Jazmen Johnson's Work in Real Estate and Community Empowerment
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In this episode, Jazmen Johnson shares her inspiring journey from being the first in her family to attend college to becoming the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at ICSC, and how she's making a significant impact in the commercial real estate industry. You won't want to miss the powerful insights and advice she has to offer. Jazm…
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On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy sits down with Bob Knakal, a highly accomplished sales broker specializing in investment properties in New York City. Bob has been in this business since 1984 and leads the private capital group for JLL in New York City. Bob has brokered the sale of more properties in New York City than any ot…
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Christina Balas: Paving the Way for Women in Commercial Real Estate Business
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In this episode, Christina Balas shares her inspiring journey from navigating challenges in her early years to becoming a trailblazing leader in the commercial real estate industry. Tune in to discover how she's empowering women and making an impact in her role at Coldwell Banker Commercial. Christina Balas is a trailblazer in the commercial real e…
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Tiffany English: From Saigon to Success in Commercial Real Estate Business
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Join Veronica Malolos as she sits down with Tiffany English to hear her incredible journey from being born in Saigon to becoming a leader in commercial real estate, and discover the valuable lessons she's learned about resilience, mentorship, and embracing new opportunities. Tiffany English, a seasoned leader in commercial real estate, has an inspi…
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Amy sits down with entrepreneur and dietician Megan Poczekaj on today’s Performance Mindset Podcast. Megan is a nutrition expert who teaches entrepreneurs and high achievers how to enhance their productivity and performance through proper nutrition. She is also the author of The Optimized Life: A Nutrition Guide for Entrepreneurs and the co-host of…
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Barbi Reuter: Inspiring Success and Leadership in Commercial Real Estate and CRE Network
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In this episode, Barbi Reuter shares her remarkable journey from a challenging childhood as part of a single-parent family to becoming a influential figure in commercial real estate, and her impactful role in CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women). Tune in to discover how she overcame adversity, made calculated risks, and became an inspiring figure in…
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