EPISODE · Apr 3, 2024 · 1H
28: Blueprints for Change with Martin Skea (Founder/CEO ToGatherHomes)
from The Second Act with Michael and John · host Michael Newborn, John Ballenger
In this insightful episode, Michael and John explore the fascinating journey of Martin Skea, who transitioned from a successful corporate career across notable firms like KPMG, IBM, and Wells Fargo, to launching his own innovative venture, ToGatherHomes. With roots in New Jersey and a rich history of living in major US cities before settling in Brussels, Belgium, Martin shares his passion for urban economics, history, and real estate development—a passion likely influenced by his father's connection to the development of the World Trade Center. Martin's professional path is marked by his tenure at the NY Department of City Planning and his pivotal role at Wells Fargo, overseeing strategy, operations, and marketing. His venture into entrepreneurship with ToGatherHomes introduces a revolutionary approach to housing development, offering predesigned, pre-engineered, and prefabricated homes made from mass timber. This leap into entrepreneurship was partly inspired by his time at Harvard's School of Design, driven by a desire to tackle the challenges of affordable housing through sustainable means. Martin's narrative is not just about career transitions but also about overcoming imposter syndrome, embracing new beginnings, and the importance of passion and purpose in driving innovation. Starring: Michael Newborn (@michaelnewborn) John Ballenger (@john-ballenger53) Guest: Martin Skea linkedin.com/in/martin-skea/ https://eit.europa.eu/news-events/news/eit-community-new-european-bauhaus-catalyse-programme-looking-socially-innovative Network/Produced by: Seltzer Kings (@seltzerkings) (seltzerkings.com) Theme Music: "You Can't Stop Me" by Andy Mineo Listen Here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71Uji4fPLsnGEJjeAqomiJ?si=77e3d7bb636c422a Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-second-act-with-michael-and-john/id1707412739 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6b369bb-36a9-47ab-9f22-1bacfcff6166/the-second-act-with-michael-and-john iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-second-act-with-michae-123242148/ Google: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vdGhlc2Vjb25kYWN0 Socials: Linktree: linktr.ee/secondactmovement Instagram: @secondactmovement LinkedIn: @secondactmovement Facebook: @secondactmovement YouTube: @secondactmovement Website: michaelandjohn.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In this insightful episode, Michael and John explore the fascinating journey of Martin Skea, who transitioned from a successful corporate career across notable firms like KPMG, IBM, and Wells Fargo, to launching his own innovative venture, ToGatherHomes. With roots in New Jersey and a rich history of living in major US cities before settling in Brussels, Belgium, Martin shares his passion for urban economics, history, and real estate development—a passion likely influenced by his father's connection to the development of the World Trade Center. Martin's professional path is marked by his tenure at the NY Department of City Planning and his pivotal role at Wells Fargo, overseeing strategy, operations, and marketing. His venture into entrepreneurship with ToGatherHomes introduces a revolutionary approach to housing development, offering predesigned, pre-engineered, and prefabricated homes made from mass timber. This leap into entrepreneurship was partly inspired by his time at Harvard's School of Design, driven by a desire to tackle the challenges of affordable housing through sustainable means. Martin's narrative is not just about career transitions but also about overcoming imposter syndrome, embracing new beginnings, and the importance of passion and purpose in driving innovation. Starring: Michael Newborn (@michaelnewborn) John Ballenger (@john-ballenger53) Guest: Martin Skea linkedin.com/in/martin-skea/ https://eit.europa.eu/news-events/news/eit-community-new-european-bauhaus-catalyse-programme-looking-socially-innovative Network/Produced by: Seltzer Kings (@seltzerkings) (seltzerkings.com) Theme Music: "You Can't Stop Me" by Andy Mineo Listen Here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71Uji4fPLsnGEJjeAqomiJ?si=77e3d7bb636c422a Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-second-act-with-michael-and-john/id1707412739 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6b369bb-36a9-47ab-9f22-1bacfcff6166/the-second-act-with-michael-and-john iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-second-act-with-michae-123242148/ Google: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vdGhlc2Vjb25kYWN0 Socials: Linktree: linktr.ee/secondactmovement Instagram: @secondactmovement LinkedIn: @secondactmovement Facebook: @secondactmovement YouTube: @secondactmovement Website: michaelandjohn.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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