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Lay of The Land

Jeffrey Stern
Cleveland
Entrepreneurship
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Ohio
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Telling the stories of entrepreneurship and builders in Cleveland and throughout Northeast Ohio. Every Thursday, Jeffrey Stern helps map the Cleveland/NEO business ecosystem by talking to founders, investors, and community builders to learn what makes Cleveland/NEO special.

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Recent Guests

Brad DeHays
Founder and CEO of Connect Real Estate and Connect Housing Blocks.
Connect Housing Blocks
Episode: #234: Brad DeHays (Connect Housing Blocks) — Building the Future of Housing, Construction, and Modular’s Potential
Chaya Slain
Founder, President, and Chief Investment Officer at Virtera Partners
Virtera Partners
Episode: #233: Chaya Slain (Virtera Partners) — Dare To Be Different, Dare To Be Great
Jerry Schill
Founder and CEO of Schill Grounds Management
Schill Grounds Management
Episode: #232: Jerry Schill (Schill Grounds Management) — Embrace the Change
Perry Stancato
Founder and CEO of Signature Sauces and third generation operator of Stancato's Italian Restaurant
Signature Sauces
Episode: #231: Perry Stancato (Signature Sauces) — The Secret Sauce of Sauces
Terry Coyne
Executive Vice Chairman of Newmark and Principal of Terry Coyne Properties
Terry Coyne Properties
Episode: #226: Terry Coyne (Terry Coyne Properties) — Risk, Patience & Opportunity
Jeff Berlin
Founder and President of Bridge Industries, Chairman and CEO of TransTech Energy
Bridge Industries
Episode: #225: Jeff Berlin (Bridge Industries) — American Manufacturing, Permanent Capital, and Patiently Scaling an Industrial Platform
Jimmy McCarthy Jr.
Filmmaker and director of the documentary Mr. Football
Episode: #223: David Conwill (Redwood Living) and Jimmy McCarthy Jr. — Mr. Football
David Conwill
Executive vice chairman and former CEO of Redwood Living, and executive producer on Mr. Football
Redwood Living
Episode: #223: David Conwill (Redwood Living) and Jimmy McCarthy Jr. — Mr. Football
Ivy Zelman
Co-founder of Zelman & Associates and executive vice president at Walker & Dunlop
Walker & Dunlop
Episode: #222: Ivy Zelman (Zelman & Associates) — Non-Consensus and Correct in The Housing Industry

Host

Jeffrey Stern
Host of Lay of the Land, focusing on entrepreneurship and storytelling from Cleveland.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • love this pod

    Jeffrey is a great host, and has interviewed so many great people. If you want to know the who’s who of Cleveland, look no further

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian, with an i
    United Statesa year ago
  • Flowers

    I love how you highlight all that’s good in Northeast Ohio!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #KANGFAN
    United Statesa year ago
  • What you need to know on The Land

    Incredible podcast, amazingly diverse interviews. Its amazing to see what is going on in the entrepreneurs minds in Cleveland.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChronaOfficial
    United States2 years ago
  • Jeffrey is a skilled interviewer :)

    Always enjoy listening each week and learning about interesting folks doing interesting things in The Land. Thanks Jeffrey!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJ Hyr
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast that’s filling a void

    I’ve really enjoyed the interviews and conversations that have been had on the podcast so far! It’s great to hear the perspective and experiences of different individuals in the Cleveland entrepreneurial and start up scene. The podcast provides helpful information for current entrepreneurs in The Land or those considering an entrepreneurial venture. There have been so many great take always in just the few episodes I’ve listened to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emmy_shmemmy
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the storytelling aspect, with many finding the interviews insightful and valuable for understanding the Cleveland business scene.
Many find the podcast an essential resource for entrepreneurs both in and outside Cleveland, emphasizing practical takeaways and inspiration from local stories.
The engaging conversations and diverse guests are often highlighted, indicating a compelling and informative experience for the audience.

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Talking Points

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[Bonus] Rust Belt Rundown featuring Jeffrey Stern of The O.H.I.O. Fund
Q: What is one of the most memorable lessons you have learned from your podcast conversations?
The importance of giving without expectation of anything in return, fostering a pay-it-forward mentality, and its significant impact on community networking and support.
[Bonus] Rust Belt Rundown featuring Jeffrey Stern of The O.H.I.O. Fund
Q: What was the motivation or inspiration to start your podcast?
Stern felt inspired to amplify the stories of local founders and create a support network for entrepreneurs in Cleveland after observing gaps in media coverage and community connection.
[Bonus] Rust Belt Rundown featuring Jeffrey Stern of The O.H.I.O. Fund
Q: What opportunities do you see specifically in Ohio that people may be overlooking right now that are just not on the radar?
Stern highlights the need for domestic secure supply chains, influences from the Chips Act, and the importance of local manufacturing competencies.
[Bonus] Rust Belt Rundown featuring Jeffrey Stern of The O.H.I.O. Fund
Q: What is your advice to people that may experience that, that may graduate and say, oh, no, I actually really don't know which direction I want to go in?
Stern advises to follow your curiosity and explore various opportunities instead of conforming to societal expectations, which may hinder true fulfillment.
#196: Stephen McHale (Graici & Unify Labs) — Serial Entrepreneurship & the Pursuit of Inclusive Prosperity
Q: What have you learned at Graici that you didn't know from all those prior experiences?
Stephen learned that B2C is a different situation from B2B and that it's more challenging to create behavior change in consumers compared to businesses.

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Focusing on entrepreneurship and community development, the episodes center around the unique stories and journeys of founders, investors, and local builders in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. By sharing insights from various industries, the discussions often emphasize the importance of community, resilience, and collaboration in fostering the local economy. Notably, the host engages with guests from diverse backgrounds, highlighting both individual achievements and collective efforts in shaping Cleveland's business landscape.

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2. Chaya Slain
3. Jerry Schill
4. Perry Stancato
5. Terry Coyne
6. Jeff Berlin
7. Jimmy McCarthy Jr.
8. David Conwill

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