The Broker Who Decided to Rewrite the Rules ft. Carlie Wilmes
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What does it take to leave a successful career and build a brokerage on your own terms?
This week on Brick & Brand, we sit down with Carlie Wilmes, co-founder of Reimagine CRE, to talk about betting on yourself, building a national brokerage with a small team, and helping brands expand across the country. We also dive into the future of commercial real estate, the impact of AI, and why the traditional brokerage model may be ready for a shake-up.
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