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EPISODE · Mar 2, 2026 · 46 MIN

Finding Purpose in Entrepreneurship

from Purpose Built · host Shelley Robinson

In this inaugural episode of the Purpose Built podcast, host Shelley Robinson engages in a deep conversation with Ryan Freed https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanfreed1/ , founder of Public Grid. They explore Ryan's early life, the impact of his mother's illness, and his entrepreneurial journey. The discussion delves into the importance of purpose in business, the challenges of leadership, and the significance of personal growth. Ryan shares his experiences with grief, the lessons learned from building companies, and the drive to create a sustainable future for his children. The episode concludes with reflections on mentorship, legacy, and the human experience.Chapters:01:45 Early Life and Influences08:22 The Entrepreneurial Journey Begins09:49 Moments of Reflection and Purpose10:39 Navigating Grief and Business18:25 Aha Moments in Entrepreneurship24:51 Navigating Personal Loss and Growth28:06 The Importance of Reflection and Aha Moments30:40 Finding Purpose in Leadership and Innovation33:26 Building a Supportive Team Culture36:16 Balancing Family Life and Entrepreneurship38:34 Self-Discovery and Personal Growth43:13 The Impact of Literature on Life Perspectives44:54 Embracing Humanity in the Entrepreneurial JourneyClick subscribe to @MultifamilyMediaNetwork on YouTube and stay up to date on our growing lineup of multifamily industry leaders and must-hear conversations! Sign up at https://multifamilymedianetwork.com/ to receive our newsletter and explore our library of podcasts and blogs from today’s multifamily experts!

In this inaugural episode of the Purpose Built podcast, host Shelley Robinson engages in a deep conversation with Ryan Freed https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanfreed1/ , founder of Public Grid. They explore Ryan's early life, the impact of his mother's illness, and his entrepreneurial journey. The discussion delves into the importance of purpose in business, the challenges of leadership, and the significance of personal growth. Ryan shares his experiences with grief, the lessons learned from building companies, and the drive to create a sustainable future for his children. The episode concludes with reflections on mentorship, legacy, and the human experience.Chapters:01:45 Early Life and Influences08:22 The Entrepreneurial Journey Begins09:49 Moments of Reflection and Purpose10:39 Navigating Grief and Business18:25 Aha Moments in Entrepreneurship24:51 Navigating Personal Loss and Growth28:06 The Importance of Reflection and Aha Moments30:40 Finding Purpose in Leadership and Innovation33:26 Building a Supportive Team Culture36:16 Balancing Family Life and Entrepreneurship38:34 Self-Discovery and Personal Growth43:13 The Impact of Literature on Life Perspectives44:54 Embracing Humanity in the Entrepreneurial JourneyClick subscribe to @MultifamilyMediaNetwork on YouTube and stay up to date on our growing lineup of multifamily industry leaders and must-hear conversations! Sign up at https://multifamilymedianetwork.com/ to receive our newsletter and explore our library of podcasts and blogs from today’s multifamily experts!

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