Timeless Business and Building Strategies
Formerly known as Carolina Commercial Real Estate Connection, Timeless Business and Building Strategies pivots its focus to highlight Tony’s expertise in business strategies and construction. This podcast is designed for General Contractors, Specialty Contractors, Developers, and Entrepreneurs looking to start, grow, or scale their businesses to extraordinary success.
Are you ready to become one of the most successful contractors or developers in your area? Tony shares the proven strategies, insider tips, and lessons learned over his 20+ years in construction and development. With his guidance, you'll gain the tools to build not just structures but a thriving business that stands the test of time.
Who It's For
Whether you're a new contractor, an aspiring business owner, or a seasoned developer seeking to scale your company, this podcast is your go-to resource. Tony will teach you how to eliminate limiting beliefs, implement effective systems, and position your business as a market leader.
What You'll Learn
- How to start and grow a construction or real estate business from scratch.
- The secrets to scaling your company into one of the largest and most successful in your region.
- Proven systems for operational efficiency, project management, and team development.
- Strategies to avoid costly mistakes and build a reputation for excellence in your market.
- Insights into land entitlement, design-build services, and construction best practices.
- Tony’s mindset-shifting advice to help you overcome obstacles and achieve your business and life goals.
About Tony and Timeless Co.
Tony is the founder of Timeless Construction, a commercial construction and development company based in Wilmington, NC, and the driving force behind Timeless Capital Investments, a commercial real estate investment and development firm. Since 2007, he has built Timeless Construction into one of the Carolinas' most successful construction firms, with over $25 million in annual revenue.
Timeless Construction operates two divisions:
- Commercial Construction & Development: Specializing in land entitlement, design-build services, new construction, and interior build-outs for a wide range of clients, from local governments to national retailers.
- Timeless Paint & Drywall: A specialty contractor division focused on painting and drywall services in the Carolinas.
Through Timeless Capital Investments, Tony acquires and redevelops underperforming or vacant commercial properties, turning them into stabilized, profitable assets.
Why Listen?
Tony’s journey from launching a business in 2007 to running a market-leading construction company makes him uniquely qualified to help you succeed. He combines practical strategies with a no-nonsense approach to business development, offering invaluable lessons to help you achieve your dreams. Whether you're a contractor, developer, or business owner, this podcast provides the actionable advice you need to thrive in today’s competitive market.
Join the Conversation
Tune in to Timeless Business and Building Strategies to access the blueprint for building a thriving business and achieving your lifelong goals. Let Tony’s experience and insights guide you to success.
Episodes
58 episodes
The Core Rules Of Branding Never Change Even When The Tools Do
A single referral can do what months of cold outreach can’t and Paige Arnoff Fenn has the story to prove it. We sit down with the founder and CEO of Mavens and Moguls, a global branding and digital marketing firm, to unpack how she went from “a...
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Construction Surety Bonds Made Simple With Tyler Turnbull
Surety bonds can feel like paperwork until they decide whether you win the job, get paid, or survive a dispute. We sit down with Tyler Turnbull of Catalyst Surety Partners to make construction surety bonds plain English: what a bid bond really ...
Owner’s Reps, Real Results
We explore how an owner’s rep transforms complex builds by aligning mission, scope, and team from day one. Joe Meringolo walks through bid leveling, requisitions, VDC and AI, and the practical systems that keep luxury residential and commercial...
Value Over Volume: Building A Real Estate Foundation with Tanh Truong
We sit down with Tanh Truong to unpack how he moved from pharmacy to commercial real estate, why he wrote a three-volume guide, and the hard truths of development. From zoning and utilities to soils, traffic, and parking, we map the real steps ...
Building a Fire and Security Empire: The Benson Systems Journey W/ Eric Benson
Eric Benson shares the journey of Benson Systems, a family business that evolved from a garage startup in 1986 to a thriving 75-employee operation specializing in security, fire alarm, and sprinkler systems in Arizona. • Father sta...
Finding Your Lane: How Three Partners Built a Construction Empire with Adam Ferrara
What does it really take to build a successful construction business rooted in integrity? Adam Ferrara, founder of Ferrara Buist Contractors, reveals the surprising path that led him from residential construction to commercial contracting and d...
The Owner's Advocate: How Construction Management Transforms Projects
Tony Johnson welcomes Joe Marangolo from JSM Project Management to discuss the critical role owner's representatives play in successful construction projects. Joe explains how construction management connects the early planning phases with actu...
The Art of Public-Private Partnerships: How Ray Garfield Revolutionizes Infrastructure Development
Ray Garfield shares how his firm has revolutionized public infrastructure development by creating faster, more efficient alternatives to traditional government building processes. Helping public clients bypass lengthy referendums and inefficien...
Creating Value Without Chasing Growth: A Construction Company's Philosophy
Sam Rockaway shares his journey from body shop owner to Senior Vice President at Redcom Design and Construction, where they've doubled company size over 14 years to reach $70 million in annual revenue. His team provides vertically integrated de...
Building a Retail Empire: Systems, Strategies, and Success in Commercial Real Estate
Jeffrey Rosenberg shares the journey of Big V Properties from a family grocery business to a vertically integrated real estate company managing 10 million square feet across 14 states. He reveals how strategic systems implementation and operati...
Mastering Tax Strategies: Eric Oliver's Cost Segregation Expertise for Optimal Real Estate Returns
Unlock the secrets to optimizing your commercial real estate investments with our latest episode! Join us for an enlightening conversation with Eric Oliver from Cost Segregation Authority, as we explore how mastering the art of cost segregation...
Elevating Aviation and Purpose: Eric Farewell’s Journey from Passion to Community-Driven Success
Imagine turning childhood passions into a thriving career. That's exactly what Eric Farewell did. At just 13, he started selling airplanes online, and today, he's at the helm of five businesses, including the largest paramotor flight school. In...
From Engineering to Empowerment: Dave Homjak's Path to Real Estate Wealth and VA Excellence
Ever wondered how an automotive engineer transitions into a successful real estate mogul? Join us as we chat with Dave Homjak, who traded his tools for property deeds and built a thriving real estate investment portfolio in the Smoky Mountains....
Unlocking Real Estate Success: Jay Conner’s Guide to Private Money Mastery and Investment Strategies
Discover the power of private money in real estate investing with our latest episode featuring the brilliant Jay Conner. Jay's been a game-changer in the real estate world since 2009, never missing out on a deal due to funding. He introduces hi...
Transforming Duplexes to Shopping Centers: Carlos Rovira's Masterclass in Retail Real Estate Investment
What if you could transform a small duplex purchase into a sprawling portfolio of commercial properties? In this episode, we sit down with Carlos Rovira from Florida, who takes us through his remarkable 15-year journey in real estate investing....
Navigating Financial Crises: Jake Clopton's Journey to Transforming Commercial Real Estate Financing
What if you had launched a financial company during the worst financial crisis of our generation and turned it into a thriving nationwide provider? Join us as Jake Clopton, founder of Clopton Capital, recounts his extraordinary journey from tra...
Thriving Amidst Economic Turmoil: Tim Winter's Blueprint for Building a Resilient Construction Business
What if you could transform your passion for building into a thriving business, even amidst economic turmoil? Join us as Tim Winter, the mastermind behind Paradigm Homes, shares the remarkable story of his contracting career, beginning with ear...
From Residential Homes to Commercial Giants: Scaling Your General Contracting Business Effectively
Ever wondered what it takes to truly scale a general contracting business? Discover the critical steps and strategies that can transform your company from just surviving to truly thriving. In this episode of Carolina Commercial Real Estate Conn...
Joel Florek's Real Estate Blueprints: Mastering Deal Structuring and Financing for Maximum Returns
Discover the secrets of structuring successful real estate deals and securing profitable investments with our guest, Joel Florek of JFH Capital. In this episode, Joel shares his incredible journey from Marquette, Michigan, where he first develo...
Balancing Business Success and Humanitarian Impact: JoBen's Inspiring Story
Ever wondered how a structured system could turn around a struggling business? Learn how JoBen Barkey, an early franchise owner of Soccer Shots, revolutionized his operations with the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). After dedicating 300...
Harvey Yergin's Insights on Balancing Visionary and Integrator Roles
Please like and subscribe!!!Let me know what subjects you would like to learn about so I can provide you the valuable information you are searching for?Discover how to achieve your business goals through vision, traction, and he...
Real Estate Gains and Parenting Pains: Kurt Buchert's Multifaceted Mission
Please like and subscribe!!!Let me know what subjects you would like to learn about so I can provide you the valuable information you are searching for?Ever wondered how to strike the perfect balance between being a disciplinarian a...
From Interviews to Integration: Fletcher Wimbush on Perfecting Your Hiring Process
Ever wondered how to fine-tune your hiring process to find the perfect fit for your team? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Fletcher Wimbush, a veteran hiring consultant from California with a quarter-century of experience. Fletcher...
Transcending the 9-5: Jamie Gruber's Secrets to Real Estate Success and Lifestyle Revolution
Have you ever envisioned a life where your days are not dictated by the corporate grind, where your family adventures across the globe are not just a vacation but a lifestyle? Jamie Gruber did, and he made it a reality. As a guiding light withi...
From Service to Success: A Veteran's Guide to Conquering Real Estate and Fatherhood
When life throws a curveball, it's not about the setback; it's about the comeback. Air Force veteran Adam LaBar knows this all too well, transforming a career-halting injury into a triumphant dive into real estate and entrepreneurship. His stir...
