Featuring Chef David Turin, Owner of David’s Monument Square, David’s Opus 10 and David’s 388 Join host Greg Boulos on The Boulos Beat as he interviews Chef David Turin, a distinguished culinary expert based in Maine, who boasts over 43 years of experience in the industry. Chef Turin has successfully owned and operated several esteemed restaurants, including David’s Monument Square, … Continue reading Episode 62: Featuring Chef David Turin, Owner of David’s Monument Square, David’s Opus 10 and David’s 388

Episode 61: Featuring Mike Foley, Owner of Foley’s Fitness  Join host Greg Boulos on The Boulos Beat as he sits down with Mike Foley, owner of Foley’s Fitness in Scarborough, Maine. In this episode, Mike shares his journey in the fitness industry from overcoming back surgery in the 1980’s, to locating a site for a gym, to launching Foley’s Fitness … Continue reading Episode 61: Featuring Mike Foley, Owner of Foley’s Fitness

Episode 60: Featuring Melissa Martens Yaverbaum, Executive Director of Portland Ballet Join guest host Samantha Marinko of The Boulos Company on the Boulos Beat as she interviews Melissa Martens Yaverbaum, Executive Director of Portland Ballet. Melissa shares ways the arts have shaped her life in unexpected ways, given her experiences with different museums, libraries, and cultural organizations. In this episode, Melissa also underscores Portland Ballet’s work to engage … Continue reading Episode 60: Featuring Melissa Martens Yaverbaum, Executive Director of Portland Ballet

Episode 59: Featuring Tim Harrington, Chairman of Atlantic Hospitality Join host Greg Boulos on The Boulos Beat as he engages with Tim Harrington, Chairman of Atlantic Hospitality, to delve into Tim’s illustrious career in real estate and hospitality. In this episode, Harrington recounts his early career beginnings in Boston, his subsequent relocation to Maine, and his strategic acquisitions of notable … Continue reading Episode 59: Featuring Tim Harrington, Chairman of Atlantic Hospitality

A Tribute to Joe Soley: From Humble Beginnings to Real Estate Magnate  In this special memorial edition, we remember Joe Soley, CEO and Founder of Monopoly, LLC, whose remarkable journey from delivering newspapers in New York to becoming a successful real estate investor stands as a beacon of dedication and entrepreneurship.  Joe’s career began with humble roots, delivering newspapers and … Continue reading A Tribute to Joe Soley: From Humble Beginnings to Real Estate Magnate

The Boulos Beat Episode 58: Gretchen Johnson, Executive Director of the Center for Grieving Children Join host Greg Boulos on The Boulos Beat as he delves into the inspiring journey of Gretchen Johnson, who transitioned from a dedicated volunteer and Board Member to the Executive Director of the Center for Grieving Children.  In this episode, Gretchen discusses the Center’s mission … Continue reading Episode 58: Gretchen Johnson, Executive Director of the Center for Grieving Children

Episode 57: Meredith Strang Burgess of Burgess Advertising & Marketing In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos engages with Meredith Strang Burgess, President and CEO of Burgess Advertising & Marketing, a prominent advertising and marketing firm based in Portland, Maine. They explore her diverse career and the personal experiences that have significantly influenced her life. The discussion covers … Continue reading Episode 57: Meredith Strang Burgess of Burgess Advertising & Marketing

Episode 56: Bob Gould of Spinnaker Trust, a Portland, ME based trust company on his extensive leadership roles in both commercial and nonprofit sectors. In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos speaks with Bob Gould, a retired partner of Brown Brothers Harriman, about his extensive leadership roles in both commercial and nonprofit sectors. Bob currently holds positions … Continue reading Episode 56: Bob Gould of Spinnaker Trust, a Portland, ME based trust company on his extensive leadership roles in both commercial and nonprofit sectors.

Episode 55: Kathryn Sargent, Executive Director of the Locker Project, on the need in Maine to provide food to children and families who are food insecure On this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Cameron Foster sits down with  Kathryn Sargent, Executive Director of the Locker Project to discuss her journey from Massachusetts to Maine, her education at Bowdoin … Continue reading Episode 55: Kathryn Sargent, Executive Director of the Locker Project, on the need in Maine to provide food to children and families who are food insecure

Episode 54: Benjamin Kelley of Kelley Family Properties on New Hampshire Real Estate Investment & Development   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, our guest host Caitlin Burke is excited to connect with Ben Kelley, principal of Kelley Family Properties. The family-owned real estate development and investment company has properties throughout New Hampshire and specializes in value-add re-development in … Continue reading Episode 54: Benjamin Kelley of Kelley Family Properties on New Hampshire Real Estate Investment & Development

Episode 53: Cole Siefer on the Benefits of Functional Medicine and its Role in the Future of Healthcare   In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos engages in a conversation with Cole Siefer, the CEO of Med Matrix. They delve into the origins of Med Matrix, a cutting-edge medical clinic and med spa with locations in South Portland, ME, and North Conway, … Continue reading Episode 53: Cole Siefer CEO of Med Matrix on the Benefits of Functional Medicine and its Role in the Future of Healthcare

Episode 52: Dinah Minot Speaks on the Arts in the Portland Community On this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos speaks with Dinah Minot, former TV, and film producer and now Executive Director of Creative Portland. The nonprofit organization promotes the economy through the arts and elevates the artists, makers, and cultural institutions that make Portland one of … Continue reading Episode 52: Dinah Minot Speaks on the Arts in the Portland Community

Episode 51: Jay Bisognano on Development Investments Throughout New Hampshire   On this installment of The Boulos Beat, we’re thrilled to introduce our inaugural New Hampshire-centered episode. Join guest host Caitlin Burke as she sits down with Jay Bisognano, the visionary behind Torrington Properties, a real estate investment firm seizing opportunities in value-added investment, development, and management. Jay is also … Continue reading Episode 51: Jay Bisognano on Development Investments Throughout New Hampshire

Episode 50: Art Batson, Jr. on Lucas Tree Experts, a Third-Generation Company Offering Vegetation Management   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos speaks with Art Batson, Jr. of Lucas Tree Experts. Opened in 1926, Lucas Tree Experts is a third-generation business serving innovative vegetation management solutions to Maine and beyond. Art and Greg sit down to discuss Lucas Tree Experts, including … Continue reading Episode 50: Art Batson, Jr. on Lucas Tree Experts, a Third-Generation Company Offering Vegetation Management

Episode 49: Angela Stone on the creation and evolution of Maine Needs & looking ahead to what’s in store for the grassroots organization   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Samantha Marinko speaks with Angela Stone, founder of Maine Needs. Maine Needs is a non-profit organization that strives to help individuals and families in Maine meet their … Continue reading Episode 49: Angela Stone on the Creation and Evolution of Maine Needs & Looking Ahead to What’s in Store for the Grassroots Organization

Episode 48: Liz Cotter-Schlax on Nonprofit Work & How United Way Helps the Local Community   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos sits down with Liz Cotter-Schlax, President, and CEO of United Way of Southern Maine, and asks how the nonprofit mobilizes the community to tackle the biggest issues of the day. Greg and Liz discuss … Continue reading Episode 48: Liz Cotter-Schlax on Nonprofit Work & How United Way Helps the Local Community

Episode 47: Laura Marston, Owner of GoGo Refill, on Plastic Waste & Environmental Sustainability     On this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Cameron Foster sits down with Laura Marston, owner of GoGo Refill to discuss its mission of helping people find joy in low-waste living. With locations in South Portland and Brunswick, GoGo Refill stocks durable and … Continue reading Episode 47: Laura Marston, Owner of GoGo Refill, on Plastic Waste & Environmental Sustainability

Episode 46: Imad Khalidi on Being CEO/President of Auto Europe & Achieving the American Dream   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos sits down to speak with Imad Khalidi, CEO and president of Auto Europe, a large car rental wholesale company headquartered in Portland, Maine. Auto Europe is a leading car rental provider helping travelers in … Continue reading Episode 46: Imad Khalidi on Being CEO/President of Auto Europe & Achieving the American Dream

Episode 45: Kim Rogers, President of GL Rogers and Company, Inc, on Taking Over the Family Business & Commercial Real Estate Development   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos speaks with Kim Rogers, president of GL Rogers and Company, Inc. Founded in 1981, GL Rogers and Company is a real estate development and investment company focused on … Continue reading Episode 45: Kim Rogers, President of GL Rogers and Company, Inc, on Taking Over the Family Business & Commercial Real Estate Development

Episode 44: Megan Walton on Being CEO of Southern Maine Agency on Aging & How It’s Celebrating 50 Years   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Jessica Estes, president, speaks with Megan Walton, CEO of Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA). SMAA is a non-profit organization that has served older adults, adults with disabilities, and their caregivers in York and Cumberland … Continue reading Episode 44: Megan Walton on Being CEO of Southern Maine Agency on Aging & How It’s Celebrating 50 Years

Episode 43: Greg Stewart, President of Jewett Construction Co., on Design Builds & Its Relation to Real Estate   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Jon Rizzo, partner and broker, speaks with Greg Stewart, president of Jewett Construction Company.  Jewett Construction Co. is a fully integrated design-build construction company with a 51-year history in New England. Greg … Continue reading Episode 43: Greg Stewart, President of Jewett Construction Co., on Design Builds & Its Relation to Real Estate

Episode 42: Joan Denckla on Her Personal Journey to Portland, ME, Her Work with Groups Recover Together, & The Future of the Company   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Cameron Foster, associate broker, speaks with Joan Denckla, regional vice president of care delivery at Groups Recover Together. Groups Recover Together is a company providing medication-assisted treatment … Continue reading Episode 42: Joan Denckla on Her Personal Journey to Portland, ME, Her Work with Groups Recover Together, & The Future of the Company

Episode 41: Marie McCarthy on Being the COO of L.L. Bean and How the Company Aids in Maine’s Economy, Diversity & Community Today   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Jessica Estes, president of The Boulos Company, sits down with Marie McCarthy, chief operating officer of L.L. Bean, Inc. L.L. Bean is a privately-held retail company founded … Continue reading Episode 41: Marie McCarthy on Being the COO of L.L. Bean and How the Company Aids in Maine’s Economy, Diversity & Community Today

Episode 40: Cliff Miller on His Cannabis Business, How It Works & the Development of Maine’s Marijuana Industry   On this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos speaks with Cliff Miller (aka The King of Cannabis).  Cliff is the CEO of Millennial Equity, a real estate and private equity company Cliff founded in 2016. Cliff began developing cannabis … Continue reading Episode 40: Cliff Miller on His Cannabis Business, How It Works & the Development of Maine’s Marijuana Industry

Rebecca Hatfield on Being the CEO and President of Avesta Housing & Maine’s Housing Crisis   In this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Claire Richardson speaks with Rebecca Hatfield, president and CEO of Avesta Housing. Avesta Housing is northern New England’s largest non-profit affordable housing provider, with more than 100 properties and 40 municipalities throughout Maine and New … Continue reading Episode 39: Rebecca Hatfield on Being the CEO and President of Avesta Housing & Maine’s Housing Crisis

Mike Bourque on His Journey to Becoming the Second President of MEMIC and How the Company is a Recognized Industry Leader in Workplace Safety in America   In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos speaks with Mike Bourque, the president and CEO of MEMIC, short for Maine Employers’ Mutual Insurance Company. MEMIC is a multi-state workers’ compensation … Continue reading Episode 38: Mike Bourque on His Journey to Becoming the Second President of MEMIC & How the Company is a Recognized Industry Leader in Workplace Safety in America

Discover the Future of Maine’s Commercial Real Estate: An All-Star Forecast with The Boulos Beat   In this episode of The Boulos Beat, we embark on a journey into the future. Over the last several years, Greg Boulos and our guest hosts have interviewed some of the state’s most insightful commercial real estate minds. They were asked to predict where … Continue reading Episode 37: Discover the Future of Maine’s Commercial Real Estate: An All-Star Forecast with The Boulos Beat

Lisa DeSisto on Being the CEO & Publisher of Masthead Maine, How She Runs a Profitable Business, & the Future of Print Journalism   In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos talks with Lisa DeSisto, the chief executive officer and publisher of Masthead Maine, the state’s largest network of independent news and media outlets. Masthead Maine publishes … Continue reading Episode 36: Lisa DeSisto on Being the CEO & Publisher of Masthead Maine, How She Runs a Profitable Business, & the Future of Print Journalism

Dan Greenstein on His 40-Year Journey as a Commercial Real Estate Broker at the Boulos Company, How He Ended Up There, & His Plans for The Future   In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos speaks with Dan Greenstein, Partner, Broker, & multi-million-dollar producer at The Boulos Company. Dan is a highly respected commercial real estate broker … Continue reading Episode 35: Dan Greenstein on His 40-Year Journey as a Commercial Real Estate Broker at the Boulos Company, How He Ended Up There, & His Plans for The Future

Quincy Hentzel on Her Natural Evolution From Law School Graduate to CEO at the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce   In this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Cameron Foster fills in for Greg Boulos to speak with Quincy Hentzel, CEO of the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce. Quincy moved to Portland, ME after graduating from law school and … Continue reading Episode 34: Quincy Hentzel on Her Natural Evolution From Law School Graduate to CEO at the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce

Josh Levy on Strategies for Analyzing Potential Developments, Using Perseverance in Growing a Company, and the Lessons Learned in Real Estate Investments In this episode of The Boulos Beat, Derek Miller, a partner at The Boulos Company, guest hosts for Greg Boulos and interviews Josh Levy, co-founding principal of Waterstone Properties Group, the second-largest retail developer in New England. The … Continue reading Episode 33: Josh Levy on Strategies for Analyzing Potential Developments, Using Perseverance in Growing a Company, and the Lessons Learned in Real Estate Investments

David Banks on How He Went from A Shaw’s Supermarket Employee to A Real Estate Broker, Working Two Jobs, & His Past 38 Years in the Industry In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos talks with David Banks, a respected real estate broker with a team of 10 people working exclusively for him at RE/MAX By The … Continue reading Episode 32: David Banks on How He Went from A Shaw’s Supermarket Employee to A Real Estate Broker, Working Two Jobs, & His Past 38 Years in the Industry

Chris Lynch on Going from Wall Street to Real Estate, His Business Model, & Consumer Buying Trends In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos sits down with Chris Lynch, CEO & founder of Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty. This leader in luxury real estate has six offices along the coast of Maine located in Kennebunk, Portland, Brunswick, … Continue reading Episode 31: Chris Lynch on Going from Wall Street to Real Estate, His Business Model, & Consumer Buying Trends

Paul Ureneck of Colby College on Changing Careers in Commercial Real Estate & Notable Maine Construction Stories. In this episode of the Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos sits down with Paul Ureneck, assistant Vice President of Real Estate Development and Operations at Colby College.  Paul previously worked at the Boulos Company for over 30 years. Greg and Paul discuss how … Continue reading Episode 30: Paul Ureneck of Colby College on Changing Careers in Commercial Real Estate, The Role of Colby in Downtown Waterville, & Construction Stories Behind Notable Maine Properties

Joseph Wishcamper on Affordable Housing, the Value of Spotting Talent & Building Relationships In this episode of The Boulos Beat, Boulos Company Partner Tony McDonald guest-hosts for Greg Boulos as he interviews Joseph Wishcamper of The Wishcamper Companies, an affordable housing developer based here in Portland, Maine. Wishcamper entities own roughly 10,000 apartment units nationwide. Tony and Joe discuss Joe’s history growing … Continue reading Episode 29: Joseph Wishcamper on Affordable Housing, The Value of Spotting Talent & Building Relationships

Kevin French on Building a Construction Business, & Landry French’s Largest Projects In this episode of the Boulos Beat podcast, host Greg Boulos speaks with Kevin French, chairman and CEO of Landry-French Construction. A 100% employee-owned company, Landry-French Construction is one of the leading commercial construction companies in New England. Founded in the depths of the Great Recession in 2010, … Continue reading Episode 28: Kevin French on Building a Construction Business, & Landry French’s Largest Projects

Jeff Buckwalter of The Holy Donut on Building a Food Business & Supporting Community Through Donuts In this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest hosting for Greg Boulos is Samantha Marinko, Associate at the Boulos Company, as she sits down with Jeff Buckwalter, CEO and Co-Owner of The Holy Donut. The Holy Donut is a family-owned donut and coffee company … Continue reading Episode 27: Jeff Buckwalter of The Holy Donut on Building a Food Business & Supporting Community Through Donuts

Bob Garver on Building a Small Business in Maine & His Organic Coffee In this episode of The Boulos Beat, host Greg Boulos sits down with Bob Garver. Bob is the owner and President of Wicked Joe Organic Coffees, a company founded in 2003 by Bob and his wife and business partner, Carmen. As part of the company, Bob also … Continue reading Episode 26: Bob Garver on Building a Small Business in Maine & His Organic Coffee

Ellen Belknap & Paul Stevens on the Future of Office Architectural Design In this episode, guest-hosting for Greg Boulos is Partner and Broker Nate Stevens, as he sits down with Ellen Belknap, President of SMRT, and Paul Stevens, his father and former President of the firm. Originally founded by Nate’s great-grandfather, renowned architect John Calvin Stevens, SMRT is a full-service … Continue reading Episode 25: Ellen Belknap & Paul Stevens on the Future of Office Architectural Design

Jean Hoffman on Maine’s Life Science and Information Technology Sectors In this episode, guest-hosting for Greg Boulos is Partner and Broker Tony McDonald, as he sits down with Jean Hoffman, entrepreneur and local business leader. Jean founded and led Newport Strategies, a healthcare information technology company, and Putney, a pet pharmaceutical company. She currently serves on the boards of The Jackson Laboratory, … Continue reading Episode 24: Jean Hoffman on Maine’s Life Science and Information Technology Sectors

David Shaw on his Adventurous Spirit and Overcoming Adversity In this episode, host Greg Boulos sits down once again with David Shaw for Part II of this episode of The Boulos Beat. Described by Greg as a “serial entrepreneur,” David continues to chronicle his remarkable career path in this portion of the interview. Greg and David discuss those who had … Continue reading Episode 23: David Shaw on his Adventurous Spirit and Overcoming Adversity (Part II)

  Today we are celebrating International Podcast Day with our very own podcast, The Boulos Beat! As we embark on our second season with 22 episodes, we’ve covered various topics with industry professionals ranging from Fred Forsley to Melissa Smith. We cannot wait for the future guests we will meet and the discussions we will have! View this post on … Continue reading International Podcast Day

David Shaw on Entrepreneurship & Veterinary Sciences in Maine In this episode, host Greg Boulos sits down with David Shaw for our very first two-part episode of The Boulos Beat. David Shaw is the Managing Partner of Black Point Group, with wide-ranging interests in technology companies and public service. Locally, David is known for starting IDEXX Laboratories, Covetrus – formerly … Continue reading Episode 22: David Shaw, Co-Founder of IDEXX, Covetrus, and Managing Director of Black Point Group

Tony McDonald On Doing Good Business in Maine’s Commercial Real Estate Market In this episode, host Greg Boulos sits down with our very own Tony McDonald, Partner and Senior Broker at The Boulos Company. Tony has been with the company for over 30 years and is one of Maine’s most successful commercial brokers. Tune in to hear Greg and Tony … Continue reading Episode 21: Tony McDonald of The Boulos Company

Josh Broder on Digitalization and the Workforce in Maine In this episode, guest-hosting for Greg Boulos is Partner and Broker Tony McDonald, as he sits down with Josh Broder, CEO of Tilson Technology Management. Tilson is a Portland based firm with a national presence, whose mission is to build America’s information infrastructure. Josh Broder started Tilson in 2006. After Josh … Continue reading Episode 20: Josh Broder of Tilson Technology

Melissa Smith on Portland’s Eastern Waterfront and the future of work for WEX In this episode, guest-hosting for Greg Boulos is Partner and Designated Broker Jessica Estes, as she sits down with Melissa Smith, Chair and CEO of WEX. Melissa Smith started at WEX in 1997 as a senior financial advisor and worked her way to the company’s most senior … Continue reading Episode 19 – Melissa Smith of WEX

In this episode, guest-hosting for Greg Boulos is Partner and Broker Nate Stevens, as he sits down with Tom Watson, founder and owner of Port Property Management.

In this episode, guest-host, Partner, and Designated Broker Jessica Estes sits down with Joshua Benthien, CEO and Partner of Northland Enterprises. Based in…

In this episode, guest-host Nate Stevens sits down with Bill Stauffer, Principal of Storrey Industries and Executive Vice President and Co-Founder of Eco-Story…

In this episode, host Greg Boulos sits down with Jonathan Cohen, a key commercial real estate developer of Portland’s Eastern Waterfront and…

In this episode, host Greg Boulos sits down with Dana Totman, President and CEO of Avesta Housing. Avesta Housing is a nonprofit affordable housing…

In this episode, guest host and Managing Director Drew Sigfridson talks with Peter Michaud, a real estate developer, and Managing Partner of M&R Holdings…

In this episode, guest host and Managing Director Drew Sigfridson talks with Jonathan Culley, a real estate developer, and founder of Redfern Properties.

In this episode, guest host and Designated Broker Jessica Estes talks with Maine real estate investor, Matt Hancock.

In this episode, guest host Chris Paszyc talks with Kevin Mattson, president of Dirigo Capital Advisors, LLC, a real estate…

In this episode, Greg Boulos sits down with Marc Dugas, a Portland-based hotel developer and founder of Dugas Development…

In this episode, Greg Boulos talks with Vin Veroneau, President and CEO of JB Brown & Sons, a company with an incredible…

In this episode, Greg Boulos sits down with Ford Reiche, co-founder of Safe Handling, Inc. Since selling Safe Handling…

In this episode, Greg Boulos sits down with Peter Anastos, a prolific developer who has shaped both the residential and commercial…

This episode, Greg Boulos chats with his brother Joe Boulos. Joe is the owner of Boulos Asset Management which manages over…

This week, Greg Boulos chats with Joe Soley, CEO and Founder of Monopoly, LLC and Lincoln Center Property Management.

Greg Boulos speaks with Jim Brady, co-founder of Olympia Development, an award-winning real estate group based in Portland.

In this episode, Greg Boulos talks with David Bateman, President of Bateman Partners, LLC, a highly-respected commercial real estate…

In our first podcast episode, Greg Boulos sits down with Maine-native Fred Forsley, Founder and President of Shipyard Brewing Co…