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Industrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsOptimizing Warehouse Efficiency Without Robots with Mike Myers of LullyIn this episode of the Industrial Insights podcast, Justin Smith interviews Mike Myers from Lully, discussing the inefficiencies in warehouse management systems (WMS) and how Lully aims to improve operational efficiency without requiring significant changes to existing processes. They explore real-world examples of operational improvements, the challenges faced in warehouse operations, and the role of third-party logistics (3PL) providers in the current market. The conversation also touches on insights from the ProMAT conference and the future of warehouse management, including the intersection of AI and logistics.   Key Takeaways Lully focuses on improving existing WMS s...2025-04-2138 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsIrvine Junior Games with Sharon Wellickson and Teresa CollinsIn this episode, Justin Smith welcomes Sharon Wellickson and Teresa Collins from the Irvine Children's Fund to discuss the Irvine Junior Games. They explore the history, impact, and structure of the event, which raises funds for childcare scholarships for low-income families. The conversation highlights community involvement, sponsorship, and the resilience of the program during the pandemic. They also touch on the importance of volunteer engagement and inclusivity in sports, culminating in a celebration of youth athletics and community spirit.   Key Takeaways The Irvine Junior Games started in 1986 as a fundraising event. The event raises a...2025-03-0426 minGetting to the Bottom Line: Conversations to help business owners maximize revenue, profit, and cash flowGetting to the Bottom Line: Conversations to help business owners maximize revenue, profit, and cash flowAvoiding Costly Cyber Mistakes in Your Business with Justin KaneIn today’s digital world, cybersecurity isn’t just for big corporations—small businesses are now prime targets for hackers, phishing scams, and data breaches. In this episode of Getting to the Bottom Line, I sit down with Justin Kane, CEO of DoubleChecked, to discuss the most common cybersecurity mistakes business owners make and how to protect your business, data, and reputation.From multi-factor authentication (MFA) and password management to cyber insurance policies and phishing scams, we break down simple, cost-effective strategies that every business owner can implement to reduce risk and prevent costly cyber attacks. Learn how to...2025-02-2633 minGrowth Capital PodcastGrowth Capital PodcastThe Private Equity Playbook: Sourcing & Strategy with Justin Smith📊 Growth Capital Podcast - Episode 13 📊 This week, we dive into The Private Equity Playbook with Justin Smith, exploring the key strategies behind sourcing deals, evaluating opportunities, and driving value creation. Justin shares insider insights on what makes a great investment, how to navigate competitive markets, and the role of strategic execution in maximizing returns. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or business leader, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways to sharpen your approach to private equity. 🎧 Tune in now to gain expert perspectives on sourcing and strategy in today’s PE landscape! 2025-02-1142 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsWarehouse Design and Innovation at Prologis with Parth PethaniIn this episode of the Industrial Insights podcast, Justin Smith interviews Parth Pethani, the Director of Warehouse Design and Innovation at Prologis. They discuss the evolution of robotics in warehousing, the challenges faced by warehouse operators, and the role of Prologis in providing innovative solutions. Parth shares insights on the maturity curve of warehouse automation, the importance of data analysis, and the emerging trend of Robotics as a Service. The conversation highlights the need for self-education in the industry and the exciting future of warehouse technology.   Key Takeaways Robotics is becoming increasingly important in w...2024-12-1638 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsUnderstanding Warehouse Picking and Optimization with Rob JensenIn this episode of the Industrial Insights Podcast, Justin Smith interviews Rob Jensen, a PhD graduate in supply chain management, about his new venture focused on warehouse optimization. They discuss the importance of reducing overhead costs through efficient picking processes, the role of technology in modern warehouse operations, and the creation of a digital twin for better management. Rob shares insights on the ideal clients for their solutions, the value proposition based on cost savings, and the significance of education and networking in the supply chain industry.   Key Takeaways Rob Jensen has a PhD i...2024-12-0921 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsPainting Industrial Property with Neal PerryIn this episode of the Industrial Insights podcast, Justin Smith interviews Neal Perry of Industry Coatings, discussing the intricacies of painting industrial buildings. They explore best practices, the evolution of paint materials, project management in new builds, challenges in color selection, and the importance of preventative maintenance. Neal shares insights on graffiti management, the aesthetic considerations in warehouse painting, and the significance of choosing the right materials for long-term value. The conversation emphasizes the need for due diligence when hiring contractors in the painting industry.     Key Takeaways Every job in painting is un...2024-11-1935 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsElectrifying Industrial Property with John Gaglio Justin Smith and John Gaglio explore various aspects of real estate investment and development. They discuss the importance of having an investor mindset, the unique challenges and opportunities in different markets, and the significance of collaboration in achieving successful projects. The dialogue emphasizes the need for adaptability and strategic thinking in the ever-evolving landscape of real estate.     Key Takeaways The investor mindset is crucial for success in real estate. Understanding local markets is key to effective investment. Collaboration can lead to innovative solutions in development. Global perspectives can enhance investment strategies. Adaptability is essential in the changing real es...2024-11-1246 minCount Me In®Count Me In®Ep. 287: Justin Smith - Transform Accounting with Smarter Strategies and Happy TeamsJoin us on Count Me In for an insightful chat with Justin Smith, CFO at FinQuery! Justin tackles pay disparities that accountants face at Big Four firms and envisions a future where salaries rise to reflect their true value. He also shares how FinQuery's robust learning budget helps employees dive into AI and product development.We explore the importance of transparency, mission-led organizations, and celebrating achievements to boost morale. Justin's advice on balancing empathy with organizational goals is a must-hear for leaders navigating post-pandemic challenges. Hosted by Adam Larson, this episode is packed with valuable insights on...2024-11-0433 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsTrends in Subleasing with Chris VassilianChris Vassilian and Justin Smith discuss the evolving landscape of subleasing in Southern California, highlighting current trends, challenges, and the dynamics between landlords, tenants, and subtenants. They explore the implications of market fluctuations, the importance of financial credit, and the complexities of navigating direct leases versus subleases.   Key Takeaways Subleasing is increasingly common in Southern California. Market fluctuations have created a unique subleasing environment. Subleases often offer flexibility but may lack concessions. Racking can enhance the attractiveness of a sublease. Landlords may have the right to recapture subleased space. Financial credit of the sublessor i...2024-10-2508 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsMaximizing Economic Incentives with David HickeyIn this episode of the Industrial Insights podcast, Justin Smith interviews David Hickey from Hickey & Associates about the complexities of economic incentives in site selection. They discuss the various factors influencing site decisions, the misconceptions clients often have about incentives, and the importance of compliance and administration in capturing these incentives. David emphasizes the role of utilities in economic development and the current trends in industrial development, particularly in relation to power demand and sustainability. The conversation highlights the need for strategic planning and early engagement in the incentives process to maximize benefits for businesses.   K...2024-10-2344 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsIndustrial Acquisition & Development Market Update with Justin RappelIn this episode of the Industrial Insights podcast, Justin Rappel from Pacific Industrial discusses the current state of the industrial real estate market, focusing on acquisitions and development strategies. He shares insights from his transition from brokerage to the principal side, the challenges and opportunities in various markets, and the impact of recent legislation on development. Rappel emphasizes the importance of understanding market dynamics, underwriting strategies, and the significance of building features in attracting tenants. The conversation also touches on the company's investment philosophy and the outlook for the future of industrial real estate.   Key T...2024-10-1635 minIndieRailsIndieRailsOne Person Framework with Justin SearlsIn this episode, Justin Searls (open source author, speaker, and co-founder of Test Double) joins us in-person at Rails World to talk about his career, speaking, consulting, the One Person Framework, and building a web application for his wife's fitness business, Better with Becky.Follow JustinWebsiteTwitterMastodonLinkedInRelevant LinksThe Empowered Programmer talkTest DoubleBreaking Change podcastFred BrooksRubyKaigiThe One Person Framework2024-10-1542 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsSupply Chain Design & Optimization Part 2 with Ralph AsherIn this episode of the Industrial Insights podcast, Justin Smith and Ralph Asher delve into the complexities of supply chain management, discussing current challenges, the role of automation, and the importance of data analytics. They explore how companies can optimize their supply chains through effective modeling and decision-making, while also addressing the implications of nearshoring and the evolving landscape of logistics. Ralph shares insights from his experiences at General Mills and Target, emphasizing the need for collaboration and problem-solving in the industry. The conversation concludes with advice for aspiring supply chain professionals and reflections on recent trends in the...2024-10-0839 minIndieRailsIndieRailsJustin Duke - Building the Product You WantJustin Duke is the founder of Buttondown, an email platform with first-class Markdown support. Justin is also a partner at Third South Capital, where he and his partners buy and grow existing software products. We chat about his background in marketing and software development, bootstrapping Buttondown while working at Stripe, the Buttondown tech stack (Django, a cousin of Rails and Vue), and his latest endeavors with Third South.JustinWebsiteTwitterButtondownWebsiteTwitterChangelogStackOpen SourceThird South CapitalWebsiteTwitter2024-10-011h 08Industrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsCommercial Real Estate Financing in this Market Cycle with Rob QuartonIn this episode of the Industrial Insights podcast, Justin Smith interviews Rob Quarton from Walker & Dunlop, discussing the evolving landscape of commercial real estate financing. They explore the impact of the pandemic on the market, current trends, and the outlook for various asset classes, including industrial, multifamily, and retail. Rob shares insights on innovative financing strategies and the importance of networking through organizations like NAIOP. The conversation emphasizes the need for adaptability and proactive engagement in the real estate sector.     Key Takeaways The pandemic caused a significant pause in the real estate ma...2024-09-3045 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsFrom Demand to Distribution with Janet YdavoyIn this episode of the Industrial Insights podcast, Justin Smith speaks with Janet Ydavoy from 910 Advisors about the complexities of supply chain management. They discuss the challenges companies face as they scale, the role of third-party logistics (3PLs), and the importance of effective inventory management. Janet shares insights on global supply chain considerations, the impact of technology and automation, and strategies for managing returns. The conversation highlights the need for a cohesive approach to supply chain operations and the emerging trends that will shape the future of the industry.   Key Takeaways Supply chain challenges c...2024-09-2630 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsIndustrial Investment Lifecycle Insights with Chelsea Tamuk LevaneIn this episode of the Industrial Insights podcast, Justin Smith interviews Chelsea Tamuk Levane from Cabot Properties. Chelsea shares her journey from intern to overseeing the West Coast operations at Cabot, discussing the company's growth, market focus, and strategic decisions in the industrial real estate sector. The conversation delves into networking, staying informed about market trends, managing acquisitions, and the challenges of the current leasing environment. Chelsea emphasizes the importance of understanding tenant needs, the intricacies of the bidding process, and the significance of in-house property management. The episode concludes with insights on exit strategies and the future outlook...2024-09-1843 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsEnsuring Lease Alignment with Tenant Use with Chris VassilianIn this conversation, Justin and Chris discuss lease reviews and common issues that arise during the process. They highlight the importance of understanding tenant obligations, hold-over clauses, and the responsibility for maintenance and repairs. They also discuss the significance of aligning the lease with the tenant's intended use of the space and negotiating clauses related to relocation and environmental concerns. The conversation concludes with a mention of the benefits of training with an expert in lease contracts and a recommendation for a lease negotiation manual.   Key Takeaways Understanding tenant obligations is crucial when reviewing a...2024-09-1309 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsMid Market 2024 SoCal Industrial Market Update with Jesse GundersheimIn this episode of the Industrial Insights podcast, Justin Smith interviews Jesse Gundersheim of CoStar to discuss the Q2 stats for Southern California Industrial. They cover topics such as leasing activity, vacancy rates, deliveries, and the impact of e-commerce on the market. They also touch on the sales market, cap rates, and the correlation between port imports and absorption. Overall, the conversation highlights the current state of the industrial real estate market in Southern California and provides insights into future trends.     Key Takeaways Leasing activity in Southern California Industrial is rebounding, with re...2024-09-1131 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsData Driven Supply Chain Modeling with Ralph AsherIn this episode, Justin Smith interviews Ralph Asher, an expert in network design and optimization. Ralph shares his background working at Target and General Mills, where he focused on supply chain design. He discusses the challenges and opportunities of network design during mergers and acquisitions, as well as the importance of data management in the process. Ralph also talks about his experience at Target, where he worked on omni-channel and last-mile e-commerce network design. He then shares his transition to independent consulting and the importance of marketing and sales in running a consulting business. Ralph Asher discusses the transition...2024-09-0532 minSequel RightsSequel RightsEp 263 - Air Buddies (GUEST: Frank Arthur Smith)Forget the buddies...Richard Karn is back and that's all anyone cares about!! The Air Bud franchise takes a turn into puppies and talking dogs this week with Air Buddies and special guest Frank Arthur Smith is here to help us cope! Star ratings help us build our audience! Please rate/review/subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen, and share us with your friend who cosplays as Richard Karn! Email us at sequelrights@gmail.com with feedback or suggestions on future franchises! Get your Magic Mind...2024-09-041h 18Industrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsUnderstanding Rental Rates and Market Conditions with Chris VassilianIn this episode of Industrial Insights, Chris Vasilian discusses tenant representation frequently asked questions. The two main topics covered are the need for office space with a small warehouse component and the decision between lease renewals and relocations. Chris explains the different options for combining office and warehouse space and the considerations for each. He also discusses the factors that influence the decision between renewing a lease or relocating, including cost savings, space optimization, and market conditions. The conversation also touches on topics such as rental rates, free rent concessions, and negotiating operating expenses.   Key T...2024-08-2414 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsCondo Converations and Value Add Strategies with Rob GuthrieRob Guthrie, founder of Guthrie Development, shares his experience in industrial real estate, specifically in condo conversions and value-add strategies. He discusses his background in real estate development and his specialization in small industrial buildings for sale. Rob emphasizes the importance of location and demographics when considering condo conversions and highlights the benefits of owning a small business property. He also talks about the challenges and pitfalls of condo conversions, including market fluctuations and the need for flexibility in financing and leasing options. In this conversation, Rob Guthrie and Justin Smith discuss the real estate industry, specifically focusing on...2024-08-051h 04Industrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsThe Role of Data in Designing Storage Solutions with Michael SchulteIn this episode, Justin Smith interviews Michael Schulte of Intralog about setting up a warehouse and the role of brokers in the process. Intralog is a material handling systems integrator that brings data-driven design to customers who may not have access to it. They discuss network optimization, which involves using mathematical optimization to minimize costs and improve service levels in supply chain network design. They also explore the latest trends in warehouse design, including considerations for activity areas such as picking and value-added services. In this conversation, Justin Smith and Michael Schulte discuss the implementation and challenges of warehouse...2024-07-1654 minThe Overflow PodcastThe Overflow PodcastEp. 26 - 2 Timothy: Paul's Blueprints for FaithIn this episode we welcome special guest Kent Snapp as Pastor Justin Smith is away on vacation. We discuss the blueprints that Paul provided to his protégé Timothy and how us as Christians can also apply these same metaphors in our lives daily. 2 Timothy 2:1-7.2024-07-1135 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsMastering Material Handling Dynamics in Industrial Real EstateIn this episode, Justin Smith brings in Greg Hanoian from United Material Handling to delve into the intricacies of material handling, timelines, and considerations for setting up warehouses. Joined by Chris Vassilian, they explore the basics of material handling and its growing importance in client conversations. The discussion covers essential considerations when setting up a new facility, from roof height and slab thickness to forklift configurations. Greg shares insights into the timeline for quoting and installing racking, the permitting process, and the challenges of relocating existing racking.    Highlights: Importance of integrating material handling in...2023-11-1721 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsNavigating the Complexities of Supply Chain and LogisticsJustin Smith welcomes John Haber, Chief Strategy Officer at Transportation Insight Holding Company to discuss the intricate world of supply chain and logistics, shedding light on the challenges faced by executives in the e-commerce and shipping sectors. Drawing from his extensive experience, John shares insights into the evolving landscape, touching on issues such as inventory management, rising shipping costs, and the importance of risk management strategies. The conversation also delves into the often-overlooked nuances of dealing with major carriers like UPS and FedEx, highlighting contractual pitfalls and the need for careful navigation in a dynamic pricing environment.  2023-11-1027 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsConsolidation Challenges in Industrial Real EstateJustin Smith and Grant La Bounty delve into the complexities of consolidation in the industrial real estate market. They discuss the challenges businesses face when managing multiple locations, especially when dealing with different lease expiration dates and landlords. They explore potential win-win scenarios, shedding light on market dynamics and stressing the importance of effective communication in today's evolving economy. Key Points: Managing challenges in multiple industrial locations Diverse lease timelines and landlord dynamics Necessity of strategic space expansion Early engagement for operational efficiency Exploring win-win scenarios for tenants and landlords Insights into market dynamics and communication...2023-11-0905 minIn The Thick of ItIn The Thick of It#3: Justin Smith, Founder & CEO | RedAway Medical Waste SolutionsAbout this episode:On this episode of In the Thick of It, Scott interviews Justin Smith, founder and CEO of RedAway Medical Waste Solutions. Justin shares his journey from flipping houses in Kentucky to launching RedAway in 2013 to serve smaller medical waste customers with better care.Justin talks about navigating regulations, finding good partners, and scaling through subcontractors while maintaining exceptional service. He also discusses the importance of hiring for character, providing opportunities for employee growth, and staying focused on customers rather than comparisons. Justin reflects on learnings from mistakes along the way and how...2023-09-0459 minTake Control With NicoleTake Control With NicoleElevating Your Business Operations Using Automation⁠ with Justin SmithToday I'm chatting (and totally geeking out) with Justin Smith about elevating your business operations using automation, the why, the benefits and the downsides.   We dive into: Creating automation magic Cost to profit ratio for scaling Investing in time for growth Sharing the internal IP Creating partnerships with businesses   For more detailed shownotes and full transcript of the episode, click here: https://theartisans.com.au/podcast/episode-123/2023-07-1241 minTabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondWINNING WARCRY 15: BONESPLITTERZ AND ADEPTICONJustin, Jason, and Dan talk about how awesome Bonesplitterz are! Well, mostly Justin. Fair warning though: We had some technical difficulties and the recording got a little spotty. It should still be ok, but we welcome any feedback! You can also join Tabletop & Beyond at https://discord.gg/RHHjh59h9y For our Patreon, check out https://www.patreon.com/tabletopandbeyond to see all our awesome rewards for our supporters!2023-04-291h 53Industrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsElectrifying the Grid & Innovative Solar Applications with Chris Pawlik Justin welcomes Chris Pawlik, Founder and CEO of Energy-Producing Retail Realty (EPR^2). Chris discusses the regulatory framework in California called net energy metering (NEM), which allows residential and commercial customers to generate solar power and feed it back into the grid. He also shares insights on the impact of NEM 3.0 on the commercial real estate industry, along with the concept of energy rights development as a potential solution for solar leases and rooftop leases after NEM 3.0.  He highlights how developing energy rights on behalf of property owners can help align the incentives for solar installation with the tenant's interest i...2023-03-2747 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsAutomating Credit Underwriting with Josh Feinberg Justin welcomes Josh Feinberg, the CEO and Co-Founder of Otso. Josh discusses Otso’s underwriting and risk management process. Otso uses technology and multi-year bonds to assess the risk of potential tenants for industrial property and helps building owners make informed decisions. Tenants contribute to the process by providing their banking and payment history, which is used to forecast trends and rate risk.   Highlights Josh Feinberg’s background in commercial real estate – 2:00 Creating Otso to help landlords efficiently assess the credit worthiness of tenants – 4:20 Automated engine to track tenants’ credit and financial trends – 7:15 Report of tenant’s c...2023-03-1037 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsCRE Lobbying with Matt HargroveJustin welcomes Matt Hargrove, President and CEO of California Business Properties Association (CBPA). The CBPA acts as an umbrella group for all different commercial real estate groups within California and represent them as one at a state level. Matt delves into his role as a lobbyist in Capitol and his 30 years of experience in government relationships. He also shares bills that directly impact our industry.   Highlights CBPA and NAIOP California Council – 2:45 Matt Hargrove’s background in government relations – 4:30 CPBA binds all the different companies and different sectors of the industry together – 7:26 How does lobbying work and...2023-01-2745 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsInside Rainmaker U with Tim O’BrienJustin welcomes Tim O’Brien, Founder of Rainmaker U. Tim’s specialty is on personal branding, productivity, business development and coaching professionals. Tim discusses the success of Rainmaker U and the importance of investing in your personal brand.   Highlights Background on Rainmaker U – 2:00 Tim’s Book: The Power of Personal Branding – 5:45 The impact of self-talk – 8:04 How he decided on creating Rainmaker U – 9:20 Creating study groups to blend coaching and networking – 14:25 Time management is about making choices so you can be as efficient as possible – 21:20 Blocking off time to focus skills that will grow your business – 25:00 De...2023-01-2050 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsCold Storage Development 2.0 with Matt AndersonJustin welcomes Matt Anderson, Vice President of Development at Cold Summit Development. Matt delves into cold storage and what it takes to get entitlements and a project approved, but also what makes their project better than what's existing.   Highlights Matt Anderson’s background in construction management & real estate development – 2:00 Joining Cold Summit Development – 5:30  How they decide which markets to target – 8:00 Delivering multi-tenant fully spec refrigerated warehouses – 11:10 Tenant profile: manufacturers, distributors, last mile delivery – 14:00 Sites available for lease in Dallas, Phoenix, Chicago – 17:20 Lease rates for cold storage buildings – 19:55 Integrated a building management system to improve tenant’s efficienc...2023-01-0630 minTabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondWINNING WARCRY 11: CHAOS LEGIONNAIRES AND WARHAMMER WORLD WITH JUSTIN OJustin, Jason, and Dan H are joined by long time friend and listener Justin Orton, winner of Adepticon, NOVA Open, and most recently the Warhammerfest Warcry tournament in England. They talk chaos legionnaires and the experience of being part of the biggest Warcry Tournament in the world up to this point. Tell us what you think! Hit us up on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!2022-12-181h 40Industrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsLeading NAIOP SoCal Into 2023 with Timothy JemalJustin welcomes Timothy Jemal, CEO of NAIOP SoCal. Timothy discusses the important advocacy work NAIOP SoCal is leading and our duty to educate and advocate on behalf of our community’s interest. He shares government regulations and issues that will be the focus of next year.   Highlights Tim’s NAIOP SoCal Podcast– 2:45 Tim’s background and role as CEO of NAIOP SoCal – 4:45 The challenges they faced during Covid and how they adapted - 6:00 Meeting President Biden – 12:53 What does 2023 look like for NAIOP SoCal – 18:33 NAIOP SoCal offers student memberships – 25:40 Tim’s advocacy background – 32:00 AB 2840 & NAIOP SoCal’s legislative a...2022-11-3044 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsInside Commercial Financing with Colin DubelJustin welcomes Colin Dubel, President of HARBORWEST. Colin talks about everything you need to know about commercial lending and shares his biggest insights about the refinance market in today's increasing interest rate environment.   Highlights Colin Dubel’s background and experience – 4:00 HARBORWEST Commercial Lending services - 7:00 Interest rates and factors that impact them – 8:45 Today's market in relation to yesterday's market – 12:30 Interest rates affect underwriting, equity and down payment – 14:15 Cross collateralization – 21:00 Bridge loans will become a more common solution – 25:00 The pros and cons to bridge loans – 26:30 Debt yield requirements – 30:00 Triple net leases – 36:40 Be overly prepared in today’s market – 39:0...2022-09-2841 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsSupply Chain Economics with Jason Miller and Jay TanjuanJustin welcomes Jason Miller, Interim Chairperson at Michigan State University for the Supply Chain Program.  Jason speaks to Justin and Jay about national statistics and how he goes through looking for insights into the supply chain and logistics industries.    Highlights Jason Miller’s background and experience – 2:45 The supply chain and logistics industry today – 7:40 Consumer Spending – 12:00 Safety inventory leading to volatility of demand and lead time – 15:20 What is impacting the labor market – 20:00 Trends to look out for that could indicate a recession -33:00 Dealing with labor and material shortages – 38:00   Episode Resources Connect with Jas...2022-09-2145 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsSupply Chain Economics with Jason Miller and Jay TanjuanJustin welcomes Jason Miller, Interim Chairperson at Michigan State University for the Supply Chain Program. Jason speaks to Justin and Jay about national statistics and how he goes through looking for insights into the supply chain and logistics industries.    Highlights Jason Miller’s background and experience – 2:45 The supply chain and logistics industry today – 7:40 Consumer Spending – 12:00 Safety inventory leading to volatility of demand and lead time – 15:20 What is impacting the labor market – 20:00 Trends to look out for that could indicate a recession -33:00 Dealing with labor and material shortages – 38:00   Episode Resources Connect with Ja...2022-09-0944 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsTaking Tenant Assignments Digital with Chris SkylesJustin welcomes Chris Skyles, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Office of AnthemIQ. Chris introduces AnthemIQ as an end to end solution to take tenant assignments digital. Justin shares his experience and adoption of AnthemIQ.   Highlights Chris Skyles’ background in commercial real estate – 1:15 The inspiration behind AnthemIQ- 3:20 AnthemIQ increased productivity in it’s first year – 5:30 Adoption of AnthemIQ – 8:00 AnthemIQ makes it easier to update clients in real-time -11:00 Brokers can use AnthemIQ as a differentiator to win business – 13:00 The support team of AnthemIQ drives adoption – 14:35 AnthemIQ is an end to end solution – 17:00 What's next for AnthemIQ – 20:00   Episode...2022-06-0624 minLast Thing We NeedLast Thing We Need25. Wanna Be Starting Something?Justin "Smitty" Smith & Cameron "Huggie" Hobbs are BACK IN THE NY GROOVE! You might be wondering where we have been? Tune in and find out! Season 2!2022-06-011h 08Industrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsSupply Chain X M&A with Ben Gordon, Jay Tanjuan and Larry GenetJustin interviews Ben Gordon, founder of Cambridge Capital, Jay Tanjuan of Scannell Properties and Larry Genet of CBRE. They discuss for the demand of industrial real estate and increasing lease rates. Ben Gordon discusses the growth of logistic tech companies in the supply chain and merger & acquisition strategies.   Highlights Introduction to Ben, Jay and Larry- 1:00 Ben Gordon: Ukraine Logistics Coalition - 3:50 Supply chain in the Ukraine Logistics Coalition – 6:20 Larry Genet: Supply chain in his space – 9:45 Demand for space – 10:10 Leasing in the pre-development phase – 10:40 Jay Tanjuan: 0.3% vacancy and increasing lease rates in the I.E. – 11:30 High lease rate...2022-05-1126 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsLaunching A Second Fund with Peter MorkPeter Mork, founder of Capital Partners returns to the Industrial Insights Podcast. Justin and Peter discuss Capital Partners’ second fund and how they entered the Milwaukee market. Peter shares strategies for acquisitions, underwriting and how to scale. Highlights Recap of last podcast appearance – 0:30 What’s new with Capital Partners - 1:16 Milwaukee vs Minneapolis – 3:45 Capital Partners second fund – 10:00 Strategies for acquisitions – 13:00 Underwriting – 16:00 Collaborating with other firms – 21:00 How Capital Partners operate – 23:20 Off market deals – 27:00 How to scale – 30:00 Episode Resources Connect with Peter Mork https://www.capitalpartnersmn.com/ peter@capitalpartnersmn.com Connect with Justin Smith https://smi...2022-04-1933 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsGrowing an Industrial Investment Platform with Jordan KovalskyJustin welcomes Jordan Kovalsky from Faropoint to discuss growing an industrial platform. Jordan discusses her investment strategies while growing in the Chicago market and what comes next for Faropoint. Highlights A little background on Jordan - 2:00 Adding value to properties in the Midwest – 2:50 Chicago being the largest industrial market – 4:00 Last mile play – 4:30 Jordan’s role at Faropoint – 7:40 How rent growth influences lease terms – 8:20 How Faropoint’s software helps navigate their acquisition pipeline – 11:15 Asset manager’s direct relationship with tenants – 14:20 Growing in the Columbus market – 17:25 Episode Resources Connect with Jordan Kovalsky https://faropoint.com...2022-04-0620 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsHow Supply and Demand Dynamics Effect Industrial Real EstateJustin sits down with Peter Linneman of Linneman Associates to discuss how supply and demand dynamic effect industrial real estate. Peter explains how demand continues to outrun supply and how the upward trend of online sales plays a role. Peter offers a quarterly Linneman Letter that covers the current economy, real estate topics and provides insight based on data.   Quarterly Linneman Letter – 1:15 Industrial demand – 7:00 Supply and demand effecting warehouse space – 8:15 Demand is exceeding supply in industrial – 14:40 Demand factor improving by automation – 19:45 The shift of real estate professionalism – 21:00 The economy normalizing will take time – 26:00 Inflation signaling the need of supply...2022-03-2336 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsImproving Sales, Inventory & Operation Planning with Lisa AndersonJustin and Lisa Anderson of LMA Consulting Group discuss how to take control of your supply chain and adapt to the current environment.   Highlights End to end supply chain – 1:30 Implementing SIOP to improve supply chain – 3:15 Manufacturing and supplies capacity – 8:00 3PL and operations planning – 9:45 Reasons to implement SIOP – 13:30 Warehouse automation and ERP systems – 19:20 Forecasting demand systems – 22:45 How to best service your customer’s needs- 30:00   Episode Resources Connect with Justin Smith https://smithcre.com/ https://www.lee-associates.com/ JBSmith@LeeIrvine.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinbsmith Connect with Lisa Anderson ...2022-03-1635 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsGXO Logistics’ Success with Mark Manduca and Jeff RinkovWe need a game-changing service provider that values innovation and quality service. Most importantly, one that brings automation and not at the expense of the people. Justin speaks with Mark Manduca, Chief Investment Officer of GXO Logistics, and Jeff Rinkov, CEO of Lee and Associates. They discussed GXO Logistics’ success and challenges in providing cutting-edge logistics solutions. Mark shares the reasons behind GXO's competence in the industry. GXO has worked with multinational companies across the globe, including blue-chip market-leading businesses. Tune in to learn more about the trajectory of warehousing, logistics, and automation in the years to co...2022-02-1025 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsMaterial Handling with Steve GrahamJustin sits with Steve Graham of Catalina Material Handling to discuss material handling and the Very Narrow Aisle System. Catalina Material Handling is a company that specializes in providing racking, storage, and material handling equipment for a variety of industries. In this episode, they also tackle numerous supply chain issues on material handling, especially on the lead time of manufacturing the materials. According to Steve, he handled clients whose products are frequently out of stock and needed weeks to be replenished. Tune in to see how the VNA warehousing system poses a lot of advantages when it...2022-02-0234 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsTurning Supply Chain Disruption into Innovation with Alan AmlingDue to the pandemic, the lack of supplies caused a supply chain chaos. Prices started to rise and it became harder and harder to purchase different items. To explain the crisis and how different businesses were able to get over them in the past, Justin welcomes Alan Amling. Together, they speak about turning supply chain disruptions into innovation. Alan also opened about persistent advantages and what are the usual problems between already established companies. He talks about the different ways to make sure that businesses are utilizing their supplies and infrastructures, as well as the future of...2021-11-1849 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsTransforming Your Supply Chain to a Digital Supply Network with Jim Tompkins of Tompkins VenturesHow’s your business doing now? During the pandemic, a lot of businesses, across all industries, got affected. In today’s episode, Justin interviews Jim Tompkins of the Tompkins Ventures. Together, they discussed how to transform your supply chain into a digital supply network. Highlights Life during the pandemic and the new normal: Has he ever experienced something like this before? - 0:40 Publishing his 31st book. - 4:57 Marrying two concepts together. - 7:32 Taking it to the next level. - 11:46 The answer to resilience. - 15:41 What it’s all about: Visibility and actionability. - 18:08 How ma...2021-11-1037 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsSan Diego Industrial Development with Matt TrainoIndustrial real estate is more than just tall buildings and land: It also includes production and development of the area to build spaces that tenants and property owners will desire. Justin speaks with Matt Traino of IDS to talk about industrial development. Matt gives updates about the San Diego industrial development. He highlights the challenges and the growth of Otay. He also talks about the importance of focus and keeping your customers centered, especially with the challenges that you might face on a daily basis. Highlights Who is Matt Traino and what is...2021-11-0333 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsNavigating the Industrial Market Development Cycle with Trace Chalmers and Stewart ToubiaThere are different real estate sectors that you can invest in: Residential, commercial, and industrial real estate. While the first two sectors are more popular for investors due to its availability and pricing, there are investors who are earning more and building a stronger portfolio with industrial real estate. To get more information about navigating the industrial market, Justin welcomes Trace Chalmers and Stewart Toubia of CEG Construction. Together, they talk about the Industrial Market Development Cycle. Trace and Stewart did not only give a glimpse of what the industry is all about, but they also discuss...2021-10-2747 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsCost Segregation with Yonah WeissHow profitable is it to be a real estate professional? Is it true that the higher your income and sales, the higher the tax you’ll be paying? Justin welcomes Yonah not only to talk about his company, Madison SPECS, but also the bonuses and taxes that come with real estate investing. He discussed using depreciation from one property to offset income to the other. They also discuss using passive losses against active income if you’re registered as a Real Estate Professional in your tax return and more about the depreciation recapture tax. 2021-10-2038 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsMulti-Tenant Industrial with Brian MallietWhen you have enough capital to spare, there are many business industries you can get your hands on: Retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, and real estate to name a few. For Brian Malliet, it’s a different story. Brian started small and worked his way up the ladder when he decided to start a business of his own. As he shares his story with Justin, they also discuss the importance of finding the right operator when investing in multi-tenant industries. Highlights The start of Brian Malliet’s career. - 0:33 Believing in the concept of having your...2021-10-1343 minLast Thing We NeedLast Thing We NeedBack In The New York GrooveSmitty and Cameron discuss Eli's ever changing love life situation Jaylon Smith is released by the Cowboys and Cameron sounds off Justin Anderson, Crypto legend, comes on to discuss the shady dealings of the electric money WEEKLY PICKS!2021-10-071h 42Industrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsWarehouse and Transportation Optimization with Phil SchmidbauerBefore you jump in and start your own business, do you conduct a network study first? Justin sits down with Phil Schmidbauer of ODW Logistics to discuss the importance of warehouse and transportation optimization studies. Phil shares the importance of doing a network study or analysis to a business, especially if you’re in the production industry. Phil also shares how he handles consultation: It’s not about the network and charging sky-high fees, but it’s more of the quality and how his clients can benefit more and get their money’s worth. Highligh...2021-10-0631 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsProperty Management with Sam ChaninWhen dealing with real estate, whether it is buying or selling your property, is it a must to get the services of a broker? What’s an ideal property manager like? Justin welcomes Sam Chanin as they talk about the reality of being a property manager and how it is like to run a third-party property management company. He shares updates about his three companies: Maverick, Proptech, and IREM. Highlights What’s Maverick? - 0:51 Roles, lessons learned, and experiences that built him to where he is today. - 5:40 The reality of being a pr...2021-09-2943 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsIndustrial Development with Jay TanjuanIn the middle of the pandemic, people are more challenged when it comes to working in the office and making investments. But is the industrial and real estate markets still a good choice to consider? Justin interviews Jay Tanjuan of the Panattoni Development about finding opportunities in the Southern California Industrial Markets. They did not only speak about the latest market trends, but Jay also shared how he got started. Highlights The similarity between the great recession and the pandemic: The working life in an office is tough. - 1:42 Starting small: How Jay got started...2021-09-1745 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsUnderwriting Deals & the Journey to the Principal Side of the BusinessJustin spoke with Jonathan Metcalfe of Metcalfe Consulting. They talked about how he underwrites different asset classes and how he started his journey to the principal side of the commercial real estate business. Highlights Jonathan’s background - 1:00 More services for the clients - 3:20 The journey to the principal side - 6:19 Looking at industrial deals - 11:42 The multifamily space - 22:47 Having both sides very solid - 38:01 The best place to reach out Jonathan - 39:51 Episode Resources Connect with Jonathan Metcalfe jonathanjmetcalfe@gmail.com Connect with Justin Smith https://smithcre.com/ ht...2021-09-1340 minIndustrial InsightsIndustrial InsightsCRE Broker Financial Advice with Mike SalmonDo you employ the services of a Personal Chief Financial Officer (CFO), especially if you’re planning for your retirement? Justin interviews Mike Salmon of Moisand Fitzgerald Tamayo. They discuss how Mike’s tax prep business expanded to include financial advisory work, especially geared towards commercial real estate brokers. Mike also explains the difference between Sep IRA and Roth IRA as well as the defined benefit plan and 401k. Highlights How does Mike find people to work with? 0:24 Depending on your situation and phase of life, we are all ultimately financial buyers. 4:12 Real estate is a un...2021-09-1049 minLast Thing We NeedLast Thing We NeedGreetings, earthlingsIn this episode we meet our hosts, Cameron Hobbs and Justin "Smitty" Smith. The boys do their best to introduce the show, decide on a name, and talk some sports.2021-08-121h 50Sequel RightsSequel RightsEp 176 - Carrie (2002) (GUEST: Kyle Smith)This week we hit the first of two remakes of Carrie (so far), with 2002's Bryan Fuller scripted TV movie. Can Patricia Clarkson and Angela Bettis live up to the iconic portrayals from the original?! Were television CG effects good in 2002? Will special guest Kyle Smith be mad we made him watch this movie?! All this and more in a brand new episode of Sequel Rights! Black Lives Matter Donate Directly to the Black Lives Matter Global Network: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_blm_homepage_2019 Center for Anti-Racist Research: https...2021-02-101h 01Think Bigger Real EstateThink Bigger Real EstateThe Mindset of a Successful Real Estate Agent | Jacqueline SmithThe mindset of a successful real estate agent with Jacqueline Smith helps us to know that we don’t have to be born positive and always be positive in order to be successful. Jacqueline shares how this is something that she once struggled with. Here, in this episode, she shares what she does in order to get have the right mindset for big success. Jacqueline shares her rise from selling 52 homes her first year as a solo agent, wanting to build a team, and then making the decision to partner with Place, Inc., which is a platform for...2020-10-1638 minTabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 26: Hobby Corner Featuring Kendon OatesJustin and Jason welcome Kendon Oates, known as Zatcaskagoon and creator of the Grimdark Compendium. He is one of he most well-known artists in the Grimdark style of painting. Take a listen to hear how he got started in the grimdark style and what's coming up next. Click on some of the links below to check him out: IG: https://www.instagram.com/grimdark_compendium/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8X4YBgWcDQkPfqsLZJs9g Grimdark Compendium: https://grimdarkcompendium.com/2020-09-101h 35Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 25: Friendly Local Game StoresWhat makes a great Friendly Local Game Store (FLGS)? Is it the products? the people? the community? Probably all of the above! Join Justin, Dan, and Jason as they discuss what makes a great FLGS and why they are so important for gaming.2020-09-081h 24Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEPISODE 23: GUILDCON 2020 RECAPJustin, Jason, and Dan dive in and give a recap of the 4-day GUILDCON gaming convention. While it was seriously toned-down because of COVID, there was still some serious gaming that happened. Tune in, and live vicariously as though you too had attended!2020-08-251h 33Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 22: Hobby Corner Featuring Josh BermanJustin and Jason sit down with artist Josh Berman, AKA Quarterpaint, to discuss his perspective on hobbying within the gaming community. After you listen to the episode, check out Josh's' Instagram and YouTube pages: IG: https://instagram.com/quarterpaint?igshid=5p2ccuqtnkdu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBj1W0YnI37E6cJJzHLs76g2020-08-061h 12Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 21: Running Published AdventuresThe crew is back! Dan, Jason, and Justin talk about running published adventures, which include how to work them into your homebrew campaign, prevent them from getting too railroad-y, and make them engaging for your players. This is a great podcast for new and old GMs!2020-08-031h 15Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 20: Android vs ShadowrunThe gang is back together! Dan, Jason, and a little bit of Justin discuss the difference between the Android and Shadowrun RPG systems. Both are cyberpunk, both are noir, both involve future timelines, but which one is better?2020-07-271h 08Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 19B: Summer of Warhammer (40K)Justin and Garret continue to the discussion of Warhammer as they shift to the big changes with the new 9th edition Warhammer 40,000. Enjoy!2020-07-211h 04Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 19A: Summer of Warhammer (AoS)Warhammer is having a huge summer. This first episode, Justin and special Guest Garrett talk about the new changes to Age of Sigmar with the release of the 2020 General's Handbook.2020-07-2055 minTabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 18: Mechanics vs FluffWhat happens when your game has too many mechanics that it tramples the fluff? Can mechanics drive the fluff or vice versa? What are mechanics and fluff?! Justin and Jason answer these critical questions in this week's episode.2020-07-141h 08Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 16: SciFi vs Fantasy in GamingThe age-old battle: DND vs Star Wars, 40k vs Age of Sigmar, Battle Star Galactica vs Lord of the Rings. We love the both, and like our kids, we SWEAR we don't have a favorite...but do we? Justin and Jason explore the pros and cons of each setting as it relates to gaming, and it's doubtful they will settle the debate.2020-06-301h 05Think Bigger Real EstateThink Bigger Real EstateBe a Great Real Estate Marketer | Chris Smith & Jimmy MackinGreat Real Estate Marketers. With buyer demand spiking and seller inventory approaching all-time lows, the ability for a real estate agent to get listings is critical in order for an agent to be able to thrive both in business and in their quality of life. To accomplish that, it’s no longer good enough for an agent to just be good at real estate. They must also be great at marketing. Chris Smith and Jimmy Mackin, co-founders of Curaytor are some of the greatest marketers of our time. Together, we talk through philosophies, frameworks, strategies, tactics and hacks that to...2020-06-2236 minTabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 15: Interview with No Dice No GloryJustin caught up with his old friend, Mitch Reed, from the No Dice No Glory podcast and website. Gaming in COVID, Tabletop Simulator, Historial wargaming, and wargaming, in general, were all topics on the table.2020-06-161h 18Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 14: Character backgroundsDan and Justin explore the importance of good character backgrounds and how GMs can help their players come up with ones that will enhance the game.2020-06-081h 04Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpsidoe 13: Warhammer and the ITCJustin and Jason are joined by Garrett and John from the Wide World of Wargaming to discuss Warhammer and the competitive Independent Tournament Circuit. Big tournaments for Warhammer are a foregone conclusion right now, but it wasn't always that way. Join us to learn how competitive tournaments really became a thing. Also! Check out the Wife World of Wargaming on all the podcast outlets, including their site on podbean:. https://wwwargaming.podbean.com/2020-05-251h 24Tabletop and BeyondTabletop and BeyondEpisode 12: InitiativeJustin, Dan, and Jason started out the episode with several ideas that they wanted to talk about, but the episode ended up on one topic in particular: Initiative. Join the guys as they talk about the different mechanics to figure out who goes first.2020-05-181h 09Think Bigger Real EstateThink Bigger Real EstateDo More Deals - Understand Alternative Real Estate Financing with Kody Wilde and Morgan SmithJustin Stoddart  Hey, welcome back to The Think Bigger Real Estate Show. I'm your host, Justin Stoddart, and I'm excited about today's episode because it's going to help you as a real estate agent. And even you, as a lender, put more deals together deals that you were missing opportunities missed that maybe you didn't even realize that you could capitalize on. Before we get into that, let me just remind you that the purpose of this show is to help you to think bigger. My mission personally, is to help you like wake up and realize the p...2020-03-0321 minThink Bigger Real EstateThink Bigger Real EstateMaximizing Your Sponsorship Dollars with Jason SmithJustin Stoddart  Hey, welcome back to the Think Bigger Real Estate Show. I'm your host Justin Stoddart fired up to be back with you after a big business planning workshop yesterday. And we're following up with some amazing value today that is going to help you maximize the amount of money that you're putting out in sponsorships, and as real estate agents, you're oftentimes getting hit up like, hey, put your money here, put your money here and how do you maximize that? How do you get the best use of that money? I have with me an e...2019-12-2336 minInto The WoodsInto The WoodsSports Injuries with Justin SmithThis week Jimmy and I have good friend and local legend Justin Smith on as our special guest. We get into sports injuries, guy liner, and more. Justin is one of the best physical therapist around and if you have ever played sports or have kids that currently play this is a must listen for you. Sit back relax and enjoy the funny and talented Mr. Smith as we pick his brain.2019-09-211h 00Think Bigger Real EstateThink Bigger Real EstateDebt Free Life with Brad and Matt SmithJustin Stoddart  Welcome back to the Think Bigger Real Estate Show. I'm your host Justin Stoddart and I'm very excited about this episode today, because I think it solves a big problem not only for real estate agents, but for your customers and for America as a whole. There's no doubt that debt is a growing epidemic in our country, and that far too many people in general live off debt. And today we're going to be talking about how you as a real estate agent can start to get more control over your personal finances, so that y...2019-08-2724 minJust Keep PlayingJust Keep PlayingSo Fresh with Kidd DoxxJustin sits down with musician and independent artist Kidd Doxx. Kidd is blazing his on trail in Sacramento and Nor Cal music scene having opened up for legendary acts such as Scar Face. They talk about that, how he got his start in music, what made him keep going, and more.2019-07-221h 11Just Keep PlayingJust Keep PlayingBe What You Are with Sylvester EcholsJustin sits down with actor, Sylvester Echols. Sylvester has worked on movies like Black Panther, Venom, and Pitch Perfect 3. They talk about balancing faith, family, and a day job while pursuing his acting career.2019-06-051h 38Just Keep PlayingJust Keep PlayingMaking an Impact with Kiesha JacksonJustin sits down with Kiesha Jackson, founder of the Caleb's Kids Foundation. Caleb's Kids is a nonprofit organization that specializes in youth education and social support, mental health awareness, and suicide prevention. Kiesha shares how she took the tragic suicide of her brother and turned it into something beautiful that is helping hundreds of youth in the Detroit area and beyond.2019-05-0649 minJust Keep PlayingJust Keep PlayingTaking Action with Caleb ButlerJustin sits down with video producer, Caleb Butler. Caleb runs a video production company, Theo Media Pro, in Atlanta with his wife and three daughters. Justin and Caleb talk about what it was like making the decision to move his family from their home in Detroit to Atlanta all to chase his dream on this week's edition of Just Keep Playing!2019-04-291h 04Just Keep PlayingJust Keep PlayingEngaging Community with Shannon CurtisJustin sits down with singer songwriter, Shannon Curtis. Shannon has been working full time as an independent artist for a few years now and is one of the pioneers behind the growing trend of house concerts. Shannon shares the epiphany that led her towards her path of doing music, and how she overcomes the fear that comes with taking her career into her hands. 2019-04-221h 07Just Keep PlayingJust Keep PlayingThe Making of my First Album with...Me!!!This week Justin sits down to talk about the making of his first album, Love Extravagant. It was really a trip down memory lane working on this episode. Justin talks about the push he needed from a friend to take the leap on producing the album, and all the lessons learned along the way, from learning to write songs, how things go in the studio, and all the funny and crazy stories that happened along the way.2019-04-1553 minJust Keep PlayingJust Keep PlayingChanging Course with Amber RobinsonJustin sits down with Amber Robinson an author, composer, pianist, and music teacher. Amber's journey has involved a few twists and turns. Amber started off teaching in public school, but during her time teaching she learned that she had an autoimmune disease, and that if she stayed on at her school and kept the hours that it required it could be life threatening. So she was forced to change course in her life. That led her to opening up a piano studio, something she's always wanted to do. As her studio grew, as well as her desire to reach...2019-04-0847 minJust Keep PlayingJust Keep PlayingPutting in the Work with Art MerriweatherJustin sits down with Art Merriweather an sound/audio engineer, production manager, and tour manager all under his company, Incredible Music Group. Art's been doing this as a freelancer for about nine years now, and has worked with artist big and small to include some Grammy award winning artists. Art talks to Justin about the road that led him from playing the xylophone to being an sound engineer, the importance of balance, maintaining relationships, and not hitting pause on your life while you pursue your dream. Arthur shares some fun stories of mishaps and lessons learned while on the...2019-04-011h 19Just Keep PlayingJust Keep PlayingKeeping the Vision with Art by CollinJustin sits down with artist and graphic designer Collin Schlicht of Art by Collin. Collin talks about how important it is to keep your vision in front of you during the lean times of your journey, and how you have to stay faithful to your vision and not lose heart when you encounter roadblocks. Collin and Justin also talk about how much they love Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse and the impact Stan Lee has had on their lives. 2019-03-2557 min