EPISODE · Apr 2, 2026 · 52 MIN
From Teen Mom at 14 to $10M Real Estate Developer | The Re'Shane L. Lonzo Story
from Prepare For Takeoff · host Terry L. Cyrus
In this inspiring episode, entrepreneur, real estate developer and vocational education advocate Re'Shane L. Lonzo shares her powerful journey from growing up in Detroit to becoming a developer creating economic opportunity in her community. Becoming a mother at 14 pushed her to work harder and stay focused on building a better future for her family. As she reflects, “Detroit taught me how to navigate life,” and “My son became my reason to work harder.”She graduated from Michigan State University, where her entrepreneurial mindset began to take shape. After initially working in corrections and surviving a workplace attack, she pivoted her career, earned her MBA, and began focusing on building opportunities for others. Re’Shane launched a vocational training school to help people gain practical skills and eventually expanded into real estate development. She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and shares how the sisterhood has helped her grow professionally.Today, Re'Shane is leading a $10 million real estate development project in Lansing, Michigan, focused on revitalizing the community through mixed use development that includes workforce training and supportive services. Her ventures also include The Comfort Zone Cigar Lounge & Bistro, a unique hospitality space that became the only cigar lounge of its kind within a 100 mile radius.Her journey reminds us that when resilience meets opportunity and purpose leads the way, you’re ready to Prepare For Takeoff. ✈️Chapters00:00 - Introduction to the Journey00:26 - Growing Up in Detroit03:17 - Adversity and Resilience06:56 - Navigating Education and Motherhood10:22 - The Transition to College Life13:38 - Early Career Choices and Entrepreneurship17:04 - Building a Business from Scratch20:44 - Giving Back to the Community25:21 - Overcoming Challenges and Building Resilience26:52 - The Impact of COVID-19 on Business and Community30:00 - Real Estate Development and Community Revitalization33:54 - Empowering Future Generations through Real Estate42:11 - The Role of Sororities in Professional Growth49:43 - Key Takeaways for Aspiring Entrepreneurs52:06 - Prepare For Takeoff Closing The future of business is yours to shape. Sign up for a free Shopify trial by clicking our Prepare For Takeoff affiliate link https://shopify.pxf.io/55LGnj.Start recording like a pro with Riverside, click our Prepare For Takeoff affiliate link https://riverside.sjv.io/jeVZYP to get started.
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In this inspiring episode, entrepreneur, real estate developer and vocational education advocate Re'Shane L. Lonzo shares her powerful journey from growing up in Detroit to becoming a developer creating economic opportunity in her community. Becoming a mother at 14 pushed her to work harder and stay focused on building a better future for her family. As she reflects, “Detroit taught me how to navigate life,” and “My son became my reason to work harder.”She graduated from Michigan State University, where her entrepreneurial mindset began to take shape. After initially working in corrections and surviving a workplace attack, she pivoted her career, earned her MBA, and began focusing on building opportunities for others. Re’Shane launched a vocational training school to help people gain practical skills and eventually expanded into real estate development. She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and shares how the sisterhood has helped her grow professionally.Today, Re'Shane is leading a $10 million real estate development project in Lansing, Michigan, focused on revitalizing the community through mixed use development that includes workforce training and supportive services. Her ventures also include The Comfort Zone Cigar Lounge & Bistro, a unique hospitality space that became the only cigar lounge of its kind within a 100 mile radius.Her journey reminds us that when resilience meets opportunity and purpose leads the way, you’re ready to Prepare For Takeoff. ✈️Chapters00:00 - Introduction to the Journey00:26 - Growing Up in Detroit03:17 - Adversity and Resilience06:56 - Navigating Education and Motherhood10:22 - The Transition to College Life13:38 - Early Career Choices and Entrepreneurship17:04 - Building a Business from Scratch20:44 - Giving Back to the Community25:21 - Overcoming Challenges and Building Resilience26:52 - The Impact of COVID-19 on Business and Community30:00 - Real Estate Development and Community Revitalization33:54 - Empowering Future Generations through Real Estate42:11 - The Role of Sororities in Professional Growth49:43 - Key Takeaways for Aspiring Entrepreneurs52:06 - Prepare For Takeoff Closing The future of business is yours to shape. Sign up for a free Shopify trial by clicking our Prepare For Takeoff affiliate link https://shopify.pxf.io/55LGnj.Start recording like a pro with Riverside, click our Prepare For Takeoff affiliate link https://riverside.sjv.io/jeVZYP to get started.
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