In this episode of Matt Beall Legacy, we sit down with Wade Laufenberg, Senior Vice President of Real Estate & Construction for Bealls Inc., to explore the evolution of one of Florida’s most iconic retail brands. Wade shares his journey before joining Bealls, what a day in the life of an SVP looks like, and the behind-the-scenes story of the company’s major rebranding initiative.We dive into the current state of the real estate market, the importance of building a strong team, and the unique challenges facing retail development today. Wade also opens up about leading through a culture shift, the values that drive his leadership style, and how becoming a “contemplator” changed his perspective both professionally and personally.Interested in a Career at Bealls? –https://www.beallsinc.com/beallsinc/careers Follow Matt Beall on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-beall-legacy/ Episode Timeline:00:00 Introductions02:30 Before Bealls03:54 Day to Day of an SVP14:03 Re-Branding Bealls20:41 Real Estate Market28:30 The Team31:03 Challenges33:57 Culture Change47:35 Top Values59:02 Becoming a Contemplator01:02:31 Closing#leadership #construction #retailinnovation #realestateinvesting #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipchallenges #leadershipskills