In this episode of the Small Business Origins podcast, host John The Marketer welcomes Teresa and Bryan from The Hutson Group, a prominent development and property management company based in Tomball, Texas. Another feature of the Tomball Economic Development Corporation, they share their family's journey into real estate, the importance of preserving the town's historical charm, and their commitment to supporting local businesses. The conversation dives into family legacy, community impact, and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives their work in Old Town Tomball.

Topics:

• The origin story of The Hutson Group and their path into real estate (0:00 - 10:00)
• Balancing commercial development with preservation of local history (10:00 - 30:00)
• Building community through strategic business partnerships and grant opportunities with local economic development corporations (30:00 - 45:00)
• Focus on local businesses and the importance of a well-planned and cohesive commercial environment (45:00 - 1:05:00)
• Personal anecdotes and stories about transforming historic buildings (1:05:00 - 1:20:00)
• The role of family and collaboration in business success (1:20:00 - 1:35:00)

Key Insights:

• The Hutson family's focus is not just on profit but on building a vibrant community and supporting small local businesses (0:00 - 10:00).
• A strong partnership with the Tomball Economic Development Corporation plays a crucial role in facilitating local development and helping businesses thrive (30:00 - 45:00).
• The intention behind leasing spaces is to foster businesses that contribute positively to the community, rather than just filling vacancies (45:00 - 1:05:00).
• Personal stories shared by Teresa and Bryan highlight the importance of legacy, creativity in business, and preserving history within Tomball (1:05:00 - 1:20:00).

Notable Quotes:

• "We're going to keep doing this as long as we're still having fun." – Bryan on maintaining passion in business (1:37:51).
• "We want to choose a business for a particular building or area that will gel with the businesses around it." – Teresa discussing tenant selection and community cohesion (1:27:48).

Timestamps:

• Intro and Icebreaker: 0:00 - 5:00
• Hudson Group Overview: 5:00 - 10:00
• Impact of EDC on Community Development: 30:00 - 45:00
• Personal Anecdotes about Property Transformations: 1:05:00 - 1:20:00
• Importance of Family in Business: 1:20:00 - 1:35:00
• Final Thoughts and Takeaways: 1:35:00 - 1:40:00

Relevant Resources:

• For more information about The Hutson Group, visit The Hutson Group Website
• Explore local businesses in Tomball: Visit Tomball
• Economic Development Corporation: Tomball EDC
• Sponsor: "Every business needs a Wingman"

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