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Commercial Real Estate Outlook; ICSC and Disaster Relief; Vivian Fried Kidney Transplant Update

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Episode 443: 11-16-17

Commercial Real Estate Outlook

KC Conway, MAI, CRE, is Director of Research and Corporate Engagement at University of Alabama, Culverhouse College of Commerce.

With more than 30 years commercial real estate experience, Conway is one of the nation’s premier experts on the real estate market. He is fun, engaging and knows how to get his point across.

Jim and KC talk about the commercial real estate outlook nationally and in South Florida

ICSC and Disaster Relief

Trish Blasi, President at Borghese Investments and a member of the ICSC Foundation Board of Directors, talks about the ICSC Foundation’s effort to provide hurricane relief in South Florida.

Vivian Fried Kidney Transplant Update

Jim gives us an update on his wife, Vivian Fried, who still needs a kidney donor urgently. She is staying strong and upbeat! Please help!!

Donations are welcome. Visit http://bit.ly/showvivlove2017.

For an update on Vivian and her search for a kidney transplant, watch her interview on WPLGTV10 in Miami: http://bit.ly/Viv10

For information on kidney donation, email R1125@renewal.org

Episode 443: 11-16-17

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In Episode 820 of Fried on Business, host Jim Fried welcomes Larry Zinn, Executive General Manager of Warren Henry Automotive, to talk about the company’s groundbreaking automotive vocational training program—a paid, two-year opportunity aimed at helping high school students launch careers in the auto industry.

Warren Henry Automotive is a sponsor of Fried on Business. This episode features a discussion of their training program as part of that ongoing relationship.

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This episode covers how the initiative works, what students can expect to learn, and why supporting workforce development in trades is not just good business—it’s a smart investment in the future.

Whether you're an educator, parent, student, or someone curious about alternative career paths beyond college, this episode delivers real insight into how local businesses can drive impact and opportunity from the ground up.

🎧 Tune in now to learn how Warren Henry is putting young talent in the driver’s seat of their futures.

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In Episode 820 of Fried on Business, host Jim Fried welcomes Larry Zinn, Executive General Manager of Warren Henry Automotive, to talk about the company’s groundbreaking automotive vocational training program—a paid, two-year opportunity aimed at helping high school students launch careers in the auto industry.

Warren Henry Automotive is a sponsor of Fried on Business. This episode features a discussion of their training program as part of that ongoing relationship.

As the automotive world continues to evolve with technology and electrification, the demand for skilled technicians and service advisors is growing rapidly. Zinn shares how Warren Henry is addressing that gap by reaching out to students who want more than a classroom education. Through this program, participants gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and a real paycheck—all while developing valuable skills that can lead to full-time roles in one of Florida’s most respected dealership networks.

This episode covers how the initiative works, what students can expect to learn, and why supporting workforce development in trades is not just good business—it’s a smart investment in the future.

Whether you're an educator, parent, student, or someone curious about alternative career paths beyond college, this episode delivers real insight into how local businesses can drive impact and opportunity from the ground up.

🎧 Tune in now to learn how Warren Henry is putting young talent in the driver’s seat of their futures.

🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6126418013716480

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