Ep. 50 | Esther Buschau - The Cafaro Company: Managing 30 Million SF of Commercial Real Estate

About this episode

Esther Buschau shares her journey in commercial real estate and insights on leadership and teamwork.

Join us for an incredible episode of "It's All About the Team" featuring Esther Buschau, a true force in the world of commercial real estate! ✨ Discover the fascinating story behind The Cafaro Company, one of the nation's largest privately held shopping center developers with 30 million sq ft across 14 states! Esther reveals how her unique upbringing – from learning hospitality with "an extra empty plate" at dinner to her parents turning an old liquor store into a parish feeding the community – shaped her incredible leadership style and understanding of teamwork. In this must-watch episode, you'll learn: What it really takes to lead a massive enterprise and foster a thriving team culture. The surprising lessons from childhood that built a foundation for success. Why "the mission" always comes first and how it unites a team. The power of continuous communication in keeping everyone on the same page. Plus, a hilarious story about a sudden job offer and a challenging drive! Esther Buschau embodies true dedication and community spirit. If you're passionate about leadership, company culture, or just love inspiring success stories, this episode is for you! #TheCafaroCompany…

People in this episode

Host: Jim Tressel

Guest: Esther Buschau

Topics covered

• commercial real estate
• leadership
• team culture
• community spirit
• success stories

Keywords

• commercial real estate
• leadership
• teamwork
• Cafaro Company
• success stories
• community

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Cafaro Company

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