She Went From Zero Deals to Self Storage + Multifamily + Industrial | Ep.1,307

Andrea Casson Galiano is a multifamily and self-storage investor in the Southeast, leading Brasstown Capital with over 1,500 units under management. Since joining Rod's Warrior Group in October 2022, she has expanded her portfolio across multifamily, storage, and industrial assets. A former AT&T executive with 25 years in program management and large-scale network deployment, she now focuses on building strong communities, mentoring others, and co-hosting a monthly commercial real estate networking event in Atlanta.  Here's some of the topics we covered:   Andrea's journey from AT&T to commercial real estate The mistakes and roadblocks she faced before joining the Warrior Group Her first self-storage deal and the challenges getting it to closing How building trust with the seller created major value in the deal The value-add strategies that improved the 652-unit self-storage property The differences between self-storage, multifamily, and industrial flex How Andrea built teams, expanded into industrial flex, and applied research to real estate investing   If you'd like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we'll be speaking soon.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Personal branding can be one of the most powerful tools for building credibility, trust, and opportunities in business and life. This episode explores how to define what makes you unique, create a clear and consistent brand message, educate your audience through valuable content, leverage AI, and use storytelling to build meaningful connections. Discover how an authentic personal brand can help you stand out, serve others, and create lasting impact. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Luke McCann is Vice President of Multifamily Investment Sales at NAI, where he leads middle-market and development brokerage across North Florida. A Jacksonville native with dual degrees in economics and finance from Flagler College, Luke specializes in multifamily assets and development sites and is a licensed Florida real estate associate. Outside of real estate, he is passionate about sports and serves as a partner at Mission House, a homeless shelter in Jacksonville Beach.    Here's some of the topics we covered: Luke McCann's background in Jacksonville multifamily brokerage The current state of the multifamily market, rising debt costs, and oversupply Distress, bridge debt, lender extensions, and the opportunities ahead How investors can build strong relationships with multifamily brokers Why off-market deals and consistent communication matter The importance of market data, referrals, and doing your own due diligence How aspiring investors can get educated, underwrite more deals, and build their own portfolio   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe  

Harrison Riley is the founder of GBV, focused on making real estate investing accessible to everyone. He owns 16 small multifamily properties in Pittsburgh and is a Limited Partner in seven syndications. After joining Rod Khleif's Warrior Group, Harrison has continued building his real estate portfolio while helping others create wealth through real estate. Here's some of the topics we covered:   Harrison Riley's journey from consulting and Okta to real estate investing Replacing his W-2 income through 16 small multifamily properties in Pittsburgh Lessons from bad deals, difficult tenants, and a costly contractor mistake Overcoming fear and making the leap from small multifamily to a 186-unit deal The importance of mentorship, strategy, and building a strong real estate team Using corporate skills in technology, operations, and investor relations to create value Taking action, learning from mistakes, and building a career around family and personal freedom If you'd like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we'll be speaking soon.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Hope is more than a feeling—it's the foundation for resilience, possibility, and creating a compelling vision for your future. In this episode of Own Your Power, discover how hope can carry you through setbacks and uncertainty, why it must be followed by a committed decision, and how focused, consistent action can turn your hopes and dreams into reality. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Ian Prukner is a serial entrepreneur, best selling author, consultant, and speaker who has built and scaled successful ventures across finance, real estate, e commerce, and intellectual property. With multiple seven, eight, and nine figure successes, including an eight figure exit, Ian brings extensive hands on experience in business growth and strategy.    Here's some of the topics we covered:   Ian Prukner's journey from church pastor to entrepreneur and building an eight figure business The rise of his digital real estate business and how lead generating websites create passive cash flow How SEO, social media, AI search, paid ads, and lead arbitrage drive digital real estate The key principles behind his book 12 Words That Change Everything, including truth, relevance, and commitment Taking massive action, lowering your action threshold, and overcoming analysis paralysis Building successful teams through vision, integrity, results, mentorship, and strong business systems Redefining success through the Five F's: faith, family, fitness, finances, and your future self   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe  

Joseph Sargo is a New York based entrepreneur and real estate investor with 25+ years in the film and television vehicle supply business. He has expanded into commercial real estate investing and development, recently completing his first industrial flex space project. Joseph became part of Rod Khleif's Warrior Group in January 2025 and is actively pursuing new commercial opportunities across multiple markets. Here's some of the topics we covered:   Joseph Sargo's background in film and TV and his 20-year real estate journey The 20,000-square-foot industrial flex development in Branson, Missouri Why Joseph chose Branson and how his broker helped uncover the opportunity Building the right team and gaining confidence to develop out of state Leasing strategy, marketing, and targeting small businesses for the flex space Financing, construction timeline, and navigating local development approvals Taking action, overcoming analysis paralysis, and Joseph's plans for future flex space projects   If you'd like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we'll be speaking soon.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com

Resilience is the power to rise after setbacks, adapt through adversity, and keep moving forward when the path ahead is unclear. This episode explores how grit, determination, faith, confidence, purpose, and a willingness to learn from failure can help you become stronger through life's challenges. Discover why setbacks don't define you, how taking massive action and building strong relationships can strengthen your resilience, and why the ability to get back up may be one of your greatest sources of personal power. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

George Roberts is an award-winning former data scientist and bioscientist who now focuses on commercial real estate. With nearly 800 citations across genomics, microbiology, and physiology, he brings his analytical expertise to housing economics and finance as "The Data Scientist of Real Estate." As founder of Roberts Capital Enterprises, George sponsors value-add multifamily investments, owns more than 550 units, and passively invests in multifamily, car washes, and triple-net real estate. He is also the author of Passionate Living Through Passive Investing and host of The Foundery – Where Leaders are Forged Daily!    Here's some of the topics we covered: George's journey from science to real estate Using data science in multifamily investing His first 14 unit Orlando deal Multifamily market trends and opportunities Diversifying across multiple investments Focus vs. diversification in investing Entrepreneurship, risk, and learning from setbacks   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe  

Noel Walton is a former Air Force Security Forces member and Army Captain who served as a UH-60 Blackhawk aviator. He joined Rod's Warrior Group in January 2020 and co-founded JCORE Partners, going on to participate in 750 apartment and mobile home/RV park units as a GP, JV partner, and LP, primarily focused on investor relations and capital raising. Now living in Austria, Noel is finishing his Master's in Digital Marketing at Rutgers University and helps multifamily operators build investor relationships. Here's some of the topics we covered:   Noel Walton's military background and entry into multifamily real estate The 172 unit Waco, Texas syndication and getting the deal back after it fell through Underwriting, CapEx, financing challenges, and the unexpected capital raise Navigating the 506B raise, contract extensions, and preferred equity Selling the property early and lessons learned from the deal Expanding into RV parks and mobile home parks with fellow veterans Building investor relationships through capital raising, digital marketing, and education   If you'd like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we'll be speaking soon.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com