Welcome to another clip of Market Mondays! In this special edition, we sit down with the influential CEO of Bedrock, Kofi Bonner, for an insightful conversation about his remarkable journey in the realm of real estate development and urban revitalization. Having deployed billions of dollars in capital and led efforts to rejuvenate cities, Kofi shares his experiences and the transformative strategies that have positioned Detroit and Cleveland as burgeoning world-class cities of the 21st century. Our discussion kicks off with Rashad Bilal asking Kofi about his path to becoming the CEO of Bedrock. Kofi recalls his extensive career, from his early days in California as a real estate developer to his tenure in Cleveland as the Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer of the Cleveland Browns. After a rich career with various stints, including taking companies public and facing the taxing nature of real estate development, Kofi retired in 2020. However, the unexpected onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and a timely call from a headhunter led him to reconsider retirement and eventually embrace the challenge of revitalizing Detroit. Kofi’s narrative sheds light on his initial skepticism about the opportunity in Detroit and how a personal visit to the city, coupled with conversations with Dan Gilbert, Bedrock’s chairman, ultimately convinced him to take the helm. He vividly describes the rejuvenated energy of Detroit and how the vision of bringing back the city’s prominence resonated with him. Troy Millings, another host, also chimes in, acknowledging the revitalization efforts in downtown Detroit, home to major companies like Ally and Rocket Mortgage. He inquires about Kofi’s strategic vision for the city’s development over the next five to ten years. Kofi elaborates on the critical importance of rebuilding the downtown core to boost tax revenues, which are essential for sustaining public services throughout the city. Renovating classic buildings and enhancing public spaces between them are key to attracting residents, businesses, and tourists to the heart of the city. Kofi goes on to highlight various initiatives that Bedrock has spearheaded to make downtown Detroit more vibrant and appealing, from establishing a roller rink and hosting winter festivals to supporting major national and international events. Upcoming attractions like the Detroit Grand Prix, the Movement electronic music festival, and the Afro Nation festival are set to showcase the city's revitalized spirit to the world, inviting global audiences to rediscover Detroit. Join us in this episode to hear Kofi Bonner’s firsthand account of leading urban transformation and his vision for Detroit’s future. Whether you are a real estate aficionado, an urban planning enthusiast, or simply someone who loves a good comeback story, this episode is sure to inspire and inform. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights from industry leaders and experts. #MarketMondays #UrbanRevitalization #RealEstateDevelopment #Detroit #Cleveland #KofiBonner #BedrockCEO #DowntownRevitalization #EconomicGrowth #CityPlanning #DetroitGrandPrix #MovementFestival #AfroNationFestival #PublicSpaces #RealEstateInvesting Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this insightful video, Bolt founder Ryan Breslow shares his journey from dropping out of Stanford to launching a successful crypto startup in 2013. Learn how to attract investors and create crowd momentum during fundraising, as Ryan reveals his secrets to success and strategies for raising capital quickly.  Discover the story behind purchasing the domain "Love.com" from Yahoo and Ryan's vision of creating an ethical version of Amazon. Understand why Ryan believes having a co-founder is more important than marriage and how he decides which employees receive equity. Key topics include: - How to get investors interested in your business - The goal of fundraising and creating crowd momentum - Competition with Stripe and early party rounds - The importance of having the right person on your board - Avoiding dead equity and its impact on your business - The unique aspects of Bolt compared to other payment companies - The cost of scaling a startup company Don’t miss out on these valuable insights from one of the most innovative entrepreneurs in the tech industry! #RyanBreslow #Bolt #Startup #Fundraising #Investors #LoveDotCom #Entrepreneurship #BusinessStrategies #Equity #CapitalRaising Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy