Vehano Joseph - Beyond the Deal

Join host Vehano Joseph CA(SA) and Brian Bell, CEO of Bell Street, for an inspiring conversation about transforming a diverse sales background into a leadership role in commercial real estate. Brian shares how building a collaborative culture, investing in personal growth, and nurturing talent can drive both individual and business success. He also highlights the potential of Main Street businesses and offers insights on navigating economic cycles and strategic expansion.

Key Quotes:
• “Invest in yourself.”
• “You got to burn the boats.”
• “We're here to play.”
Connect with Guest Brian Bell:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atlantaelite/

Connect with Host Vehano Joseph CA(SA):
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vehano/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamvehanojoseph/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Vehano
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558795409195

#CommercialRealEstate #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #PersonalDevelopment

Episode 8: From Law to Eco-Friendly Entrepreneurship with Mark Magaro

In this episode of Vehano Joseph - Beyond the Deal, we sit down with Mark Magaro, CEO of EcoPlay Structures, to explore his unconventional journey from law to entrepreneurship. Mark shares how risk management, customer service, and structured business systems like the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) have fueled the growth of EcoPlay, a company specializing in sustainable playground equipment.

Mark dives deep into the challenges of business acquisition, the role of culture in leadership, and how structured frameworks bring clarity and drive success. If you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or aspiring investor, this conversation is packed with valuable insights on decision-making, risk assessment, and business growth strategies.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Follow your passion—career transitions can open unexpected opportunities.
✅ Risk management is essential—understanding risks leads to smarter decisions.
✅ Customer service is a key differentiator—loyalty comes from great experiences.
✅ Sustainability is valuable—but not always the main buying decision.
✅ EOS creates clarity—structured systems drive efficiency and growth.
✅ Culture matters—aligning core values ensures long-term business success.
✅ Action beats overthinking—avoid analysis paralysis and take bold steps.

🎧 Tune in for an inspiring conversation on leadership, business growth, and community impact!

Guest Info:

Mark Magaro – CEO, EcoPlay Structures
🔗 EcoPlay Structures
🔗 LinkedIn

Host Info:

Vehano Joseph CA(SA)
🔗 LinkedIn
🔗 Instagram
🔗 YouTube
🔗 Facebook

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In this episode of Beyond the Deal, host Vehano Joseph interviews Alex Kingman, co-founder of KGI Capital, a real estate investment firm specializing in multifamily acquisitions and asset management.

Alex shares her journey from house hacking in the San Francisco Bay Area to scaling into larger multifamily investments.

He dives into strategies for working with distressed and value-add properties, navigating challenges in scaling, and the importance of networking and mindset shifts.

Tune in for actionable insights into property management, market opportunities, and building financial freedom through real estate.

In this episode of Beyond the Deal, host Vehano Joseph sits down with Jesslyn Rollins, CEO of BioLyte, the physician-formulated hydration drink that combines IV hydration science with convenience.

Jesslyn shares the inspiring story of BioLyte’s creation, rooted in her family’s health challenges, and dives into the company’s early sales strategies, breakthrough moments, and leadership lessons.

Discover valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, insights into navigating the beverage industry, and the exciting future of BioLyte as it expands into healthcare and pharmacy markets.

Guest info:

Jesslyn Rollins

⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesslynrollins/⁠

⁠https://drinkbiolyte.com/⁠

Connect with Vehano:

⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vehano/⁠

⁠https://www.instagram.com/iamvehanojoseph/⁠

⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Vehano⁠

⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558795409195⁠

In this episode of Beyond the Deal, Vehano Joseph dives into the fundamentals of success in multifamily real estate and personal development.

He introduces his Five Pillars of Success framework—mindset, strategy, scaling, systems, and community—providing actionable steps to achieve growth. Vehano emphasizes the power of mindset, personal responsibility, and consistency while highlighting the role of small businesses and networking in driving success.

Tune in to gain valuable insights and take control of your journey toward financial freedom and personal growth.

Connect with Vehano:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vehano/
https://www.youtube.com/@Vehano
https://www.instagram.com/iamvehanojoseph/