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Lauren Ridinger, co-founder of Market America and Shop.com, joins us on our #SLGMeetups. At seventeen, Lauren and her late husband JR imagined a world where people could shop from a mall without walls, an idea nobody believed in at the time. They went full force in anyway and built a global business and a community rooted in values. Lauren shares the story behind Market America, the lessons JR taught her about leadership, and how she's carrying their legacy forward.

Steve Varsano, President of Flexjet and founder of The Jet Business, joined us to talk about growing up in a single-parent household, working from a young age to pay for flying lessons, and building a career at the top of private aviation. We get into curiosity, genuine relationships, and why the best business starts with solving someone's problem, not selling to them.

Dylan Gemelli joins us for a conversation that goes deeper than surface-level success — purpose, personal growth, accountability, faith, and resilience, and what it really means to build a meaningful life. Honest stories, practical wisdom, and reminders to keep becoming your best self.

What if your home wasn’t just a place to live—but a reflection of how you want to experience life?In this episode, Noa Santos, founder of NAINOA, explores how intentional design is reshaping the way we think about homes, luxury, and living itself. From blending technology with architecture to redefining what “good taste” really means, this conversation goes beyond aesthetics into the emotional and experiential power of space.We talk about why modern real estate is no longer just about transactions, but about crafting meaningful experiences—where the journey of building a home matters just as much as the final result. Noa also shares his perspective on luxury in today’s world: not as material excess, but as the freedom to spend time in spaces that truly enrich your life.If you’re passionate about design, architecture, lifestyle, or the future of luxury living, this episode will change how you see the spaces around you.

Another #SLGMeetup, another amazing guest — this time with James Harris. Not only is he the founder of Breezy AI, but he has also sold over $6B in real estate and starred on Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles for 8 seasons. With more than 24 years in the real estate industry, James brings a wealth of experience and perspective. Sit tight and navigate through everything James shared with us — from what his company has to offer and how AI is shaping the future of real estate, to life lessons and what it really takes to achieve success.

We couldn’t be more excited to have the amazing Dan Lenard back at our #SLGMeetups. ✨ He takes us through his roots, where his passion for yachting first began. A true visionary in one of the world’s most luxurious markets, Dan shares his journey and what it truly takes to lead at the highest level. 🛥️

Back with another #SLGMeetup featuring a very special guest: Natalia Karayaneva, the CEO of Propy. In this exciting conversation, Natalia walks us through the fascinating role of AI within real estate, as well as the highly anticipated launch of Avery, the AI-assisted title and escrow on-chain system for real estate. ✨ Propy is the first U.S. title and escrow company operating fully on blockchain, the future of real estate is already here, and Natalia breaks it all down for us. 🚀

Artur Sharf, the Co-founder and lead architect of Yodezeen joins us for another amazing #SLGMeetup. Tune in to discover how this powerhouse in architecture and interior design has made a global impact with some of the most breathtaking projects around the world. ✨ Get a glimpse into the vision and soul behind Yodezeen, along with Arthur’s personal insights and preferences within the design world. 🌍

Another episode, another amazing guest brought to you with our #SLGMeetups! This time, we’re excited to welcome Michael Cantwell, the founding partner at Bespoke Real Estate, a boutique firm that has made a tremendous impact in the luxury real estate market. ✨ Celebrating its 10-year anniversary, Bespoke has recorded over $10 billion in real estate sold. Michael will be sharing the story behind the company’s success and how they continue to secure and represent some of the most incredible properties around the world. 🌎

Welcome our newest guest to the #SLGMeetups, Sam Payrovi, the founder and CEO of ARKHAUS, a one-of-a-kind social club floating on eco-friendly vessels in the heart of the bay. 💎 Sam is here to share the inspiration behind ARKHAUS, the exciting future plans for the club, and how this new wave of social clubs is fostering a community of members who embrace collaboration and innovation. 🔥

Sit tight for another #SLGMeetup with a very special guest. Join us for a great conversation with Tom Lawrence-Levy, the Founder and Head of Design at Natural Asthetik, with bases in both Miami and London. ✨ Tom will share insights into the incredible projects he's been working on across the globe, as well as the latest trends shaping the interior design world. 🛋️

The new year kicks off with even more amazing #SLGMeetups and special guests! This time, we welcome the incredibly talented Carrie McCormick, a highly successful real estate agent based in Chicago. Ranked as the #1 Individual Broker in the city, Carrie has achieved over $2.1 billion in real estate sales. 🏡 Get ready for an insightful conversation as Carrie shares her journey, the ups and downs, and how she built such an extraordinary career in real estate. 🌟

We're beyond excited to bring you another #SLGMeetup by introducing the amazing Paloma Contreras, founder and owner of Paloma Contreras Design. Based in Houston, Texas, Paloma brings a modern twist to traditional design, embracing classic forms and timeless details, elevated by a touch of sophistication and vibrant colors. 😍 Paloma has been honored multiple times on ELLE Decor's prestigious “A-List” of top interior designers. Her work has been featured in major publications, including ELLE Decor, Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Domino, Luxe, Traditional Home, and The Wall Street Journal. 💎

Join us as we bring you another amazing guest for our #SLGMeetup! This is Ben Bacal, founder of Revel Real Estate and one of the top real estate agents in the world, with over $4 billion in sales. Ben is also the visionary behind Rila, the innovative platform known as the "Instagram of Real Estate." 🔥 Don’t miss this fascinating conversation as Ben takes us through the real estate universe, sharing how to leverage technology to disrupt and revolutionize the market. ✨

Another #SLGMeetup, another incredible guest! This time, we welcome the star of Buying London and Founder of DDRE, Daniel Daggers. Voted UK Property Advisor of the Year, Daniel has sold over $5 billion worth of real estate, showcasing some of the most luxurious and remarkable properties in the UK. 🇬🇧 Get ready to learn how Daniel, famously known as Mr. Superprime, has been disrupting the market and positioning himself among the elite in the real estate industry. 💡