In our third episode we sat down with Ben Kinney, entrepreneur, professional speaker, author, real estate agent, brokerage owner, and co-founder of PLACE, Inc. (https://place.com/).
Kinney is the founder of Ben Kinney Companies commonly referred to as "BKCO" which owns and operates the sales divisions, brokerages, training companies, and the technology firms including NVNTD, Blueroof360, Activerain, Automabots, Brivity, and Blossor.
In 2019, Kinney along with Chris Suarez co-founded the real estate technology platform, Place, Inc. In 2021 Goldman Sachs along with 3L invested 100 million dollars into Place at over a billion dollar valuation.
Ben faced adversity in his early years when his parents separated, his mother battling drug and alcohol addiction, while his father took him to a small cabin under 300 square feet, devoid of basic amenities like power and water. However, unlike many others in similar circumstances, Ben refused to let his challenging upbringing shape his future. Instead, he transformed his experiences into sources of motivation and determination, propelling him to achieve remarkable success in various sales-oriented positions.
Ben attributes his unparalleled sense of empathy in his businesses to the formative experiences of his early life. As the "nice guy" in his companies, he defines his title and role by prioritizing compassion and understanding in his interactions with employees. To effectively manage and lead his life, Ben employs tools like the "control triangle," leveraging its principles to navigate challenges and make informed decisions.
Don't miss the opportunity to hear from a billion-dollar co-founder as he shares invaluable insights on leadership, ideologies, and tactics that you can readily and successfully apply to your own business. Tune in and gain practical knowledge that will empower you to make a significant impact and drive your business towards success.
