
Vehano Joseph - Beyond the Deal Ep.9 Brian Bell - CEO Bell Street - Commercial Brokers
02/24/25 • 49 min
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
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
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Vehano Joseph - Beyond the Deal Ep.8 Mark Margaro CEO Ecoplay Structures
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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Vehano Joseph - Beyond the Deal Ep.10 Mel & Metaja Whatley - Owners PMI West Atlanta Property Management
Join host Vehano Joseph CA(SA) and real estate trailblazers Mel and Mateja Whatley as they discuss their evolution from property flipping to establishing PMI Atlanta West. In this episode, the duo reveals how their experiences led them to create innovative investment strategies through the PathSplit model—providing affordable co-living solutions and smart portfolio diversification. They also dive into market trends, common landlord mistakes, and essential tips for new investors looking to grow their wealth.
Key Quotes:
• “We can do this and help others too.”
• “You make your money when you buy.”
• “You need to have some money source.”
Connect with Host & Guests:
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
Guests:
Mel Whatley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melwhatley/
Mateja Podgorsek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matejapodgorsek/
PMI Atlanta West Website: https://www.atlantawestpropertymanagementinc.com/
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