In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Bruce sits down with Jonathan Parker, a San Francisco native and a man of many talents—real estate developer, filmmaker, and former musician. Jonathan shares his unique journey from growing up in San Francisco’s Forest Hill neighborhood to navigating the commercial real estate scene with a creative twist. They dive into Jonathan’s early exposure to real estate, his transition from music into filmmaking during the rise of MTV, and his recent work, including the documentary Carol Doda: Topless at the Condor.

Jonathan also sheds light on the changes in San Francisco's real estate landscape, his vision for redeveloping downtown San Rafael, and the evolving challenges brought on by the pandemic. Tune in for an engaging conversation that blends art, business, and the ever-changing Bay Area real estate market.

For more information on Jonathan Parker, visit parkerfilmcompany.com. Check out the documentary Carol Doda: Topless at the Condor on Amazon Prime and Apple TV.

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In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Patty McGuigan, a legend in the Silicon Valley real estate scene and the first female commercial real estate agent in the area. Patty shares her remarkable journey, from teaching English in high school to breaking barriers in the male-dominated world of commercial real estate.

Patty reflects on her early days at Cornish & Carey, now Newmark, in the 1980s when Silicon Valley was just beginning its transformation into the tech hub we know today. She recalls leasing spaces to major players like Microsoft, Google, and Intel, and her wild adventures with legendary clients, from Sergey Brin wanting to see the roof of a building to running through a broker luncheon with mismatched shoes.

Listeners will be captivated by Patty’s tenacity, wit, and stories of working through the early tech boom of the '80s and '90s. She also touches on her recent writing projects, including her memoir, Scraps Build a Pile, and her experience publishing books for others.

Guest Bio: Patty McGuigan is a veteran commercial real estate agent with over four decades of experience. She has played a pivotal role in shaping Silicon Valley’s commercial real estate landscape and has leased space to some of the largest tech companies in the world. She is also an author and recently completed her memoir.

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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Scott Shute, the former Head of Mindfulness and Compassion Programs at LinkedIn. Scott shares his inspiring journey from Kansas to Silicon Valley, where he combined his passion for mindfulness and technology. At LinkedIn, Scott spearheaded mindfulness and compassion programs, revolutionizing how companies think about workplace culture.

Scott discusses the importance of balancing business success with compassion, exploring how companies that take care of all stakeholders—employees, customers, and shareholders—can be more profitable and sustainable in the long run. He introduces concepts such as "conscious business" and "mindful leadership," providing insights on how individuals and companies can thrive by fostering compassion and mindfulness.

Scott also provides practical exercises to help listeners cultivate a mindset of abundance and compassion, making a compelling case for why leaders in any industry should prioritize these values. Tune in to learn how to build a more conscious workplace and live a more fulfilled life.

Guest Bio: Scott Shute is a keynote speaker, author, and former Head of Mindfulness and Compassion Programs at LinkedIn. With a background in engineering and over a decade of experience at LinkedIn, Scott now focuses on bringing mindfulness and compassion to the workplace through his nonprofit, Changing Work. He is the author of The Full Body Yes and a pioneer in the fields of mindfulness and workplace culture.

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