EPISODE SUMMARY
Success in multifamily real estate is about more than just smart investments — it is about values, relationships and continuous improvement. In this episode, host Jonathan Treble sits down with Dave Marcinkowski, founding partner at Madera Residential, to discuss his journey from bookkeeping to building a $2.2 billion real estate portfolio.
Dave’s career is a lesson in entrepreneurship, resilience and leadership, from his early days at Edward Rose & Sons to founding Madera Residential, Quext and Viva First.
Key topics covered in this episode:
- From Caddy to CEO – How Dave’s experience caddying for successful business leaders shaped his career mindset.
- Lessons from the Ground Up – His path from bookkeeping to property management, and how working at Marquette Management refined his leadership approach.
- Making the Leap to Ownership – The challenges and risks of transitioning from fee management to owning properties, including the 2008 financial crisis and Hurricane Ike.
- The Role of Values in Business – How community and relationships define Madera Residential’s approach to success.
- The Power of Long-Term Partnerships – Why building trust with brokers, vendors, and investors has been a game-changer.
- Excellence as a Journey – Why Dave believes in constant and never-ending improvement (CANEI) as a guiding principle for leadership and business growth.
This episode is essential listening for anyone in multifamily, real estate investment or leadership, offering powerful insights on business growth, risk-taking and the role of personal values in success.
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