The Boulos Beat: A Commercial Real Estate Podcast

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The Boulos Beat: A Commercial Real Estate Podcast

The Boulos Beat podcast explores Maine’s commercial real estate world through in-depth interviews with its movers and shakers. Hosted by Greg Boulos and guest hosts, this is a must-listen for anyone interested in this industry.

  1. A Tribute to Joe Soley: From Humble Beginnings to Real Estate Magnate

    12/27/2024

    A Tribute to Joe Soley: From Humble Beginnings to Real Estate Magnate

    In this special memorial edition, we remember Joe Soley, CEO and Founder of Monopoly, LLC, whose remarkable journey from delivering newspapers in New York to becoming a successful real estate investor stands as a beacon of dedication and entrepreneurship. Joe's career began with humble roots, delivering newspapers and serving in the Coast Guard. His early ventures in Baltimore included significant projects for companies like Black and Decker and Dunkin' Donuts. His move to Maine marked a transformative period, where he developed properties in Camden and Portland, including the iconic Old Port area. Join us in remembering Joe Soley's legacy in the real estate industry.

    45 min
  2. Gretchen Johnson, Executive Director of the Center for Grieving Children

    12/03/2024

    Gretchen Johnson, Executive Director of the Center for Grieving Children

    Join host Greg Boulos on The Boulos Beat as he delves into the inspiring journey of Gretchen Johnson, who transitioned from a dedicated volunteer and Board Member to the Executive Director of the Center for Grieving Children. In this episode, Gretchen discusses the Center’s mission to provide volunteer-led, age-specific peer support groups for those navigating grief. She shares her career progression, from her roles in marketing and business development at two prominent Portland law firms to her impactful contributions on the Center’s Board, culminating in her current leadership role as Executive Director. Additionally, Gretchen and Greg explore the Center's facilities, including the strategic acquisition of a building at 555 Forest Avenue and the profound impact this move has had on the organization. Tune in to learn more about the Center for Grieving Children's vital work and Gretchen Johnson’s inspiring path of dedication and leadership.

    41 min
  3. Episode 57: Meredith Strang Burgess of Burgess Advertising & Marketing

    10/30/2024

    Episode 57: Meredith Strang Burgess of Burgess Advertising & Marketing

    In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos engages with Meredith Strang Burgess, President and CEO of Burgess Advertising & Marketing, a prominent advertising and marketing firm based in Portland, Maine. They explore her diverse career and the personal experiences that have significantly influenced her life. The discussion covers Meredith’s tenure as a state representative, her journey as a cancer survivor, and her forthcoming book on breast cancer. She also highlights her pivotal role in founding the annual Maine Tri for a Cure triathlon, which, this year, successfully raised $2.18 million for the Maine Cancer Foundation. Additionally, Greg and Meredith reflect on the evolution of the advertising industry, her active participation on various nonprofit boards, and her political contributions, including co-sponsoring the landmark 2009 same-sex marriage bill. Meredith underscores the importance of women supporting one another and the profound impact of her efforts in cancer prevention and support.

    57 min
  4. Episode 56: Bob Gould of Spinnaker Trust, a Portland, ME based trust company on his extensive leadership roles in both commercial and nonprofit sectors.

    09/25/2024

    Episode 56: Bob Gould of Spinnaker Trust, a Portland, ME based trust company on his extensive leadership roles in both commercial and nonprofit sectors.

    In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos speaks with Bob Gould, a retired partner of Brown Brothers Harriman, about his extensive leadership roles in both commercial and nonprofit sectors. Bob currently holds positions as Principal at Spinnaker Trust, Trustee and Investment Committee Chair of the Pinkerton Foundation, and Co-Chair of the Board of Squash Haven. The two discuss Bob’s family's history in Maine, his involvement in the Black Point Inn acquisition, and his role in the Portland Museum of Art's Winslow Homer Studio purchase. Bob also shares insights on the growth of the Pinkerton Foundation, the importance of mentorship, and his views on Portland's development and the future of Spinnaker Trust.

    1h 18m
  5. Episode 55: Kathryn Sargent, Executive Director of the Locker Project, on the need in Maine to provide food to children and families who are food insecure

    08/27/2024

    Episode 55: Kathryn Sargent, Executive Director of the Locker Project, on the need in Maine to provide food to children and families who are food insecure

    On this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Cameron Foster sits down with Kathryn Sargent, Executive Director of the Locker Project to discuss her journey from Massachusetts to Maine, her education at Bowdoin and UVA, and her transition to the Locker Project. Founded in Portland in 2014, the Locker Project relies on foundation grants and contributions from local businesses and community members to provide food-insecure children and families with reliable access to nourishing food. Unlike school meal programs, the Locker Project provides fresh produce and meal items for the whole family. Unlike traditional food pantries, the Locker Project partners with schools and other local agencies to make food available at dozens of locations. In 2024, program partners will facilitate distribution of more than 600,000 pounds of nutritious food in Greater Portland and beyond. Community members interested in supporting this work can find more information or make a donation at www.mainelockerproject.org.

    34 min
  6. Episode 54: Benjamin Kelley of Kelley Family Properties on New Hampshire Real Estate Investment & Development

    07/29/2024

    Episode 54: Benjamin Kelley of Kelley Family Properties on New Hampshire Real Estate Investment & Development

    On this episode of The Boulos Beat, our guest host Caitlin Burke is excited to connect with Ben Kelley, principal of Kelley Family Properties. The family-owned real estate development and investment company has properties throughout New Hampshire and specializes in value-add re-development in commercial and multi-family properties. Ben and Caitlin sit down to discuss Ben’s life-long career journey, including how his internship with Brady Sullivan Properties, one of the largest commercial and residential real estate companies in New Hampshire, evolved into his estate entrepreneurship today. They also dive into the properties Kelley Family Properties and The Boulos Company have leased together, the projects Ben is most proud of, and why he and his team decided to do business in New Hampshire.

    38 min
  7. Episode 53: Cole Siefer on the Benefits of Functional Medicine and its Role in the Future of Healthcare

    06/25/2024

    Episode 53: Cole Siefer on the Benefits of Functional Medicine and its Role in the Future of Healthcare

    In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos engages in a conversation with Cole Siefer, the CEO of Med Matrix. They delve into the origins of Med Matrix, a cutting-edge medical clinic and med spa with locations in South Portland, ME, and North Conway, NH, and how Sasha Phillips of The Boulos Company helped Med Matrix in its space search. Cole shares how personal experiences shaped the establishment of Med Matrix and discusses the challenges of running a business at a young age, including the dynamics of working with family members. Greg and Cole discuss such topics as exosomes, stem cell treatments, and the array of other services offered by Med Matrix. Additionally, they explore the role of functional medicine in healthcare and outline the model of Med Matrix in the years to come.

    41 min
  8. Episode 52: Dinah Minot Speaks on the Arts in the Portland Community

    05/29/2024

    Episode 52: Dinah Minot Speaks on the Arts in the Portland Community

    On this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos speaks with Dinah Minot, former TV, and film producer and now Executive Director of Creative Portland. The nonprofit organization promotes the economy through the arts and elevates the artists, makers, and cultural institutions that make Portland one of a kind.

    57 min
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The Boulos Beat podcast explores Maine’s commercial real estate world through in-depth interviews with its movers and shakers. Hosted by Greg Boulos and guest hosts, this is a must-listen for anyone interested in this industry.

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