Fifty Years of Living it: James Roland

Evolution of Learning in a Tech-Driven World

In this episode of the Small Business Living It podcast, we discuss various themes including the impact of March Madness on business, the importance of consumer spending as an economic indicator, the evolution of technology and learning, the integration of AI in business practices, and the significance of community in learning.

2025 Year in Review

As we navigate an exciting future filled with challenges,we take a minute to look back at 2025. GMC continues to forge ahead providing needed capital to the commercial real estate community in Dallas and across the country. Most important to our year I am honored to welcome Adam Tunks and David Smith as partners in our company. As I approach 70 years old in 2027 their support is crucial to our success, our future and keeping me motivated to continue to be the best underwriter I can be. Our past year was proof we are a great unit.

Haunted Real Estate: Bad Business Investment?

Dallas isn’t just skyscrapers, sports bars, and steakhouses, some buildings in this city have stories that never made the brochures. In this episode, we explore the haunted legends behind iconic Dallas landmarks like The Adolphus Hotel and Nick & Sam’s, uncovering the eerie histories, strange sightings, and real estate secrets that continue to fuel speculation. Enjoy this Halloween edition of SBLI!

Fifty Years of Living it: James Roland

In this episode of Small Business, Living It, Dean Castelhano welcomes longtime friend and business leader James Roland for a conversation about passion, grit, and the relationships that sustain a 50-year career. From New York Life to home building in Rockwall, James shares how family values, trust, and problem-solving have shaped his journey. They discuss moving from big business to small business, the role of culture in career satisfaction, and why “living it” means showing up, staying engaged, and celebrating the wins — big or small.

Living Legend: Our Founder Joe Graham

In this episode we welcome Joe Graham, founder of Graham Mortgage, to Small Business, Living It. Joe is an innovator in our real estate finance community. From roots in Midland and Kilgore Texas to becoming the go-to lender for complex, fast-moving deals. We get his perspective and wisdom on his life and how he wanted to be a business guy from the start. Enjoy this special edition of our own living legend. Be sure to follow the show, leave a review, and share your own small business wins or lessons. We’d love to hear how you’re living it.