Tim Portzen, Vice President of Diligent Development, joins the show to explore his origin story in real estate—from concrete laborer to a key player in land development.
Embracing Versatility in Land Development with Tim Portzen
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A Podcast Dedicated To The Land Development Industry
Welcome to ‘The Land Development Podcast,’ hosted by Ryan Glick. This podcast features two types of episodes. Industry news analysis shows as well as in-depth discussions with developers and other professionals who play a pivotal role in shaping our communities.
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Recent Episodes
The Importance of Patience in Land Development with Derek Temple
Derek Temple joins the show to share his story from the early days of mowing lawns to leading land development projects.
Sharing the Success of Construction Growth Through an ESOP with Sonny Hall
Sonny Hall, the driving force behind Absolute Group, joins the show to dive into his company’s growth journey.
Master Planning and Revitalizing an Old 31-Acre Retail Mall with Terry Lutz
Join us in this episode as Terry Lutz, Chairman of McClure Engineering, shares his journey from a fresh graduate to leading a major engineering firm.
Planning and Developing a 900-Acre Agrihood with Kalen Ludwig
From childhood experiences to leading innovative projects like the Middlebrook Agrihood, Kalen shares insights on building modern communities and the role of agriculture in urban planning.
Constructing a Path to Land Development with Charles Covey
Charles Covey joins the show and shares the real-world experiences that have shaped his career.
Navigating the Evolution of Land Management with Steve Bruere
The President of Peoples Company, Steve Bruere, joins the show to dive into the ins and outs of land investment.
From the State House to Forming a Real Estate Developers Association with Joe Mitchell
Joe Mitchell from the Iowa Real Estate Developers Association discusses his journey from politics to real estate development.
Navigating Developments and Relationships with Justin and Dani Frampton
Justin and Dani Frampton of Frampton Homes join the show. They discuss the evolution of their homebuilding business, including their venture into land development and the dynamics of working as a married couple.
From the Navy to Homebuilding Leadership
In this episode, Dan Knoup, from the Home Builders Association, shares his journey from Navy service to homebuilding leadership, focusing on industry challenges, advocacy, and inspiring youth in trades.