In this conversation, Jason Johnson, CEO of Metro National, shares the rich history of the family-owned real estate development company founded by his grandfather in 1954. He discusses the importance of building relationships in acquiring land, the vision of creating a 'city within a city', and the expansion into various sectors beyond retail. Jason emphasizes the significance of long-term thinking in real estate, especially during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. He also reflects on the dynamics of working in a family business, the transition of leadership from his father, and the collaborative effort to define and uphold the company's core values, which focus on integrity, trust, impact, and legacy.

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Jason Johnson President and CEO at MetroNational: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-johnson-7784b922/

Connect with Marshall on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshall-lockton-26369a1/

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- Metro National was founded in 1954 by Joe Johnson, starting with residential home building. - The company has grown to encompass 10 million square feet of commercial real estate in Houston. - Building strong relationships was key to acquiring the original 200 acres of land. - Joe Johnson's vision was to create a 'city within a city' for community use. - The company has expanded beyond retail to include healthcare, hospitality, and office spaces.