The Building Texas Show

Welcome to The Building Texas Show,

Guest: LOCOAL CEO & Co-Founder; Miles Murray

Host:  Justin McKenzie

Locoal is a sustainability company that has a big and broad vision and impact. We welcome back CEO, Miles Murray to provide updates on their product and industry. He has briefed the EU, met with monarchs, and is solving for big problems right in our Texas pecan groves. Come hear a common sense approach to waste removal, and soil health. 

Miles Murray is the co-founder and CEO of Locoal Charcoal Company with a professional experience ranging from building schools and bridges in combat zones to transforming multiple technology systems at a Fortune 100 financial company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology and environmental engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point, an MBA from the University of Texas in San Antonio, and a Master of Technology Commercialization from the University of Texas in Austin.

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Welcome to The Building Texas Show,

Guest: Executive Director, Rev. Becca McNitzky

Host:  Justin McKenzie

The Magdalena House is a neighborhood of transitional homes in San Antonio that serves mothers and children who have fled dangerous and abusive lives by providing transformation through education, nurturing community, and programming. 

An Enchanted Evening, is Magdalena House's upcoming Gala and is critical to their annual operating budget. This event creates the financial security to ensure these families will continue to be supported and the programs will be funded. 

Magdalena House is sponsored by many wonderful businesses and individuals in our region. A special thanks to:

Ubeo

Security Services Federal Credit Union 

Valero

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Singing Water Vineyards

Hotel Giles

With a focus on agriculture, the future of work, and ag tech, we learn from Singing Water Vineyards owner Missy Ivankovich conducting research with Texas A&M to revolutionize farming in the Texas Hill Country.

Explore this beautiful area, Comfort, Texas. Thanks to the Comfort Area Foundation, this series highlights Comfort’s heritage, the reality of Comfort today, and dreams of the future. Enjoy the passion and commitment each of our guests has for their region and all of the people who call Comfort, Texas home.

Summary

In this conversation, Justin McKenzie speaks with Missy Ivankovich about the future of Comfort, Texas, focusing on community investment, sustainable agriculture, and the importance of preparing the next generation for future opportunities. They discuss the transition from urban life to farming, the challenges posed by Pierce's disease in vineyards, and the significance of climate resilience. The conversation highlights the role of local businesses in attracting visitors and fostering a sense of community, ultimately aiming to build a legacy that benefits the entire region.

takeaways

Sound Bites

Chapters

00:00 - The Vision of Comfort and Community Investment

04:26 - Transitioning from Urban Life to Farming

06:48 - Understanding Pierce's Disease and Its Impact

10:11 - Sustainability and Climate Resilience in Agriculture

12:09 - Preparing the Next Generation for Future Opportunities

15:04 - Attracting Visitors to Comfort

20:22 - Building a Legacy Through Community and Agriculture

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Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation

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Singing Water Vineyards

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Welcome to The Building Texas Show,

Guest: Brian and Sarah Kleinwachter

Host:  Justin McKenzie

Our second visit to Comfort, Texas finds Justin sitting down at America Reclaimed with Brian and Sarah Kleinwachter. They celebrate the launch of their live music calendar, outdoor stage and The Longhorn Lounge.

Brian and Sarah share their experience of building their business in Comfort. They have restored an original lumber yard into an elegant space that respects the building's heritage, while showcasing unique and eclectic furniture pieces. We highlight the importance of attracting visitors to Comfort, the importance of promoting all of the businesses in the area. Their investment in The Longhorn Lounge is an example of their commitment to drawing the crowd in to town.

Takeaways

America Reclaimed is a family-owned business focused on restoration.

The Kleinwachters aim to create a destination in Comfort.

Marketing strategies include social media, radio, and community events.

Community engagement is vital for attracting visitors to Comfort.

Live music is a key component of their business model.

They have successfully attracted customers from out of state.

The importance of teamwork among local business owners is emphasized.

The lounge serves multiple purposes, including showcasing local talent.

Future plans include expanding the outdoor music venue.

Comfort's rich history plays a significant role in their business identity.

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Singing Water Vineyards

Hotel Giles

Comfort Texas, America Reclaimed, business environment, community engagement, live music, restoration, marketing strategies, workforce development, tourism, local history

Welcome to The Building Texas Show,

Guest: Gary and Barbara Lindner

Host:  Justin McKenzie

This is the first in a 3 part series focused on Comfort, Texas! Enjoy the walk back through time and imagine what it was like in the Texas Hill Country over the last 100 years.

Gary and Barb have served the Comfort Community (and many others) for several decades. Sitting on their front porch we remember how Texas was built. The impact of the rail lines being replaced with a highway, organizing volunteers, and the importance of a great school district. If you know Gary and Barb, let them know you enjoyed their story.

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Singing Water Vineyards

Hotel Giles

Welcome to The Building Texas Show,

Guest: Guest Host, Somer Baburek

Host:  Justin McKenzie

Justin and Somer celebrate the first 50 episodes of Building Texas. We share behind the scenes stories, and the why behind starting the show. We celebrate many of our wonderful guests and talk about the next 50 episodes to come!

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Welcome to The Building Texas Show,

Guest: Brad Morrison, Space Commissioner

Host:  Justin McKenzie

Brad Morrison of Boerne is the founder and CEO of Atlantis Industries, Inc., The Space Weather Company. He is also a partner at Donald Capital LLC, an Aerospace & Defense focused Investment Bank. Brad was recently appointed to the Board of Commissioners to the inaugural Texas Space Commission. He is also a member of the Business Executives for National Security, Boerne Kendall County Angels Network and Texas National Security Innovation Council. He is a former chair of the Cybersecurity Committee for the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, member of the Texas Business Leadership Council, and Past Chairman of the Texas Lyceum. Additionally, Brad served as business accelerator chair for the Entrepreneurs Organization and as honorary commander for the United States Air Force 67th Cyberspace Wing. Brad earned a Bachelor of Science from the United States Air Force Academy and a Master of Science in Telecommunications from Southern Methodist University. He holds the FINRA Series 7, 79, 24 and NASAA Series 63 securities licenses.

Welcome to The Building Texas Show,

Guest: Joe Serio

Host:  Justin McKenzie

Dr. Joe Serio holds a Ph.D. from Sam Houston State University in Criminal Justice with a focus on Leadership and Organizational Behavior.

He is President of Government Leadership Training, a training company delivering a wide range of leadership and wellness programs to a variety of county and municipal government agencies. He was recently commissioned to develop a leadership academy for government agencies.

He is the author, co-author, editor, or translator of 20 books including 1) Time Management: 50 Lessons on Finding Time for What’s Important; 2) Overcoming Fear: 50 Lessons on Being Bold and Living the Dream; and 3) Being Resilient: 50 Lessons on Leaving Chronic Stress Behind.

In his former life, he was the only American to work in the Organized Crime Control Department of the Soviet National Police.

Later, he was director of the Moscow office of the world’s leading corporate investigation and business intelligence firm. He is the author of the critically-acclaimed book, Investigating the Russian Mafia, and has spoken around the world on crime in the former Soviet Union.

His new book is Vodka, Hookers, and the Russian Mafia: My Life in Moscow.

Air Date: May 25th, 2023 on Boerne Radio 103.9FM in Boerne Texas.

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Welcome to The Building Texas Show,

Guest: Glen Boehm

Host:  Justin McKenzie

Glen is a CCIM, GRI, Texas Real Estate Broker and founding member of Keller Williams Realty Boerne Hill Country office, The Boehm Team of Keller Williams Realty and ultimately Boehm Commercial Group of Keller Williams Commercial.

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Glen graduated from Texas A&M University in 1992, received his MBA from St. Thomas University in 1996, and has been a licensed Texas Real Estate Appraisal Consultant, Texas Real Estate Arbitrator, and a Texas Commercial Real Estate Key Note Speaker.  He’s held leadership positions at AT&T, Alcatel USA, Teradata, Transwestern Commercial Real Estate and Keller Williams Commercial.

Glen enjoys spending time with his family, serving at church, and giving back to his community.  After years of serving on numerous community area boards and service organizations, he believes that “Serving and helping others is one of the most important elements in life.”  His latest focus has been with Boerne Special Olympics and Boerne Aquaplex.

Boehm Commercial Group takes pride in providing a diverse range of specialized services. Explore our comprehensive list of offerings today.

Air Date: May 18th, 2023 on Boerne Radio 103.9FM in Boerne Texas.

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Guest: Keith Brady & Lissette Jimenez

Host:  Justin McKenzie

River Road Park! It is open and we are thrilled to hear the story and learn how everyone came together for this project. We meet Lissette Jimenez from the City of Boerne Parks and Recreation department. She is joined by Keith Brady, the founder and President of Agave Design Studio. We learn a lot about the River Road Park project and the legacy of local. Find your favorite master plan and get involved!

Running along Cibolo Creek, River Road Park is one of the most popular parks in Boerne. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the paved Cibolo Trail spanning the length of the park or drop a hook in the water (license required) and see what you catch.

The River Road Park Bank Stabilization project began in September of 2023 with several focus areas, the first being the stabilization and restoration of the bank of Cibolo Creek which had eroded significantly over the years. With the creekbank restored, more clearly defined pedestrian access points have been prioritized along with a buffer space between the sidewalk and the water to maintain the creek edge. Thousands of native plants and vegetation were also planted to improve stormwater runoff.

The renovations, which go beyond landscaping to include new interpretive signs, a 250-foot pedestrian boardwalk, and three additional fishing piers, also focus on unseen improvements like the removal of 4,000 cubic yards sediment from the river, as highlighted by Parks and Recreation Director Lissette Jimenez.

River Road Park is right across the street from several local restaurants and shops. Be sure to use the designated pedestrian crossing while grabbing a bite to eat. You'll be sure to see the variety of wild ducks and geese that call the park home, but please don't feed them.

A design-build landscaping company based in the heart of the Hill Country. Agave Design Studio has found their niche for high-end landscape design. Allow their team to walk you step by step from design to install on your next oasis.

Air Date: May 11th, 2023 on Boerne Radio 103.9FM in Boerne Texas.

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