She's WILD

Building Success: Anne Pollack's Insights into Land Use Law and Development

In this episode of She's Wild, Nancy Surak interviews Anne Pollack on her 23+ year career in land use and real estate law that has spanned California and Florida. Anne takes us on her journey from environmental law to becoming a leading commercial real estate attorney in Tampa Bay. Tune in to hear captivating stories from her notable projects, including challenging variance approvals and navigating opposition during large multifamily rezonings. Discover the keys to her success, from networking and embracing diverse roles to her passion for serving clients of all sizes. Anne also shares valuable insights on collaboration in the industry and offers advice for aspiring professionals looking to make their mark in commercial real estate. Don't miss this engaging conversation that sheds light on Anne Pollack's accomplished career and her perspectives on real estate practice, client service, and industry relationships. About Anne: Anne Pollack is a partner with Fletcher Fischer Pollack, P.L., a boutique, women-owned law firm in St. Petersburg, Florida. Over the past 20 years she has leveraged her knowledge to become an authority on acquiring development approvals and land use entitlements for real estate projects of all types and sizes across Florida, and in representing both private and governmental clients in connection with the sale, acquisition and development of real estate. Her practice also includes consultation on sustainability, green building and resiliency, reflecting the firm’s commitment to serving developers and businesses with holistic legal advice in this changing world. Anne’s sense of community and service has defined her throughout her career as much as her accomplishments in the legal world. She is a vital contributor to the Tampa Bay community and is a fixture in multiple industry, bar, and community-based organizations. She is currently on the board of ULI-Tampa Bay and co-chairs its Women’s Leadership Initiative and is Treasurer of Real Estate Investment Council – Tampa. She is on the Boards of the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce and Creative Clay, and she is Vice Chair of the Insurance and Surety Committee of the Florida Bar Real Property Probate and Trust Law Section. Anne was President of CREW Tampa Bay in 2017. Connect with Anne: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annepollack/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/annepollack/] Website: https://www.fletcherfischer.com/ [https://www.fletcherfischer.com/] Connect with Nancy: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nancysurak [https://instagram.com/nancysurak] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak] Website: http://www.nancysurak.com [http://www.nancysurak.com] She’s Wild Sound Production by: Luke Surak, Surak Productions: surakproductions@gmail.com [surakproductions@gmail.com]

Maximize Branding & Accelerate Business Growth with Amber Erickson-Hurdle , CEO of Employer Brand Central

Amber Erickson-Hurdle, CEO of Employer Brand Central and the #4 Top Ranked Branding Expert in the World joined Nancy Surak's podcast "She's Wild" to discuss the intersection of personal, employer and business branding. Amber shared insights from helping professionals and organizations define and position their value. Key topics included the need for emotional connections in today's landscape, aligning personal, employer and business brands for success, gaining confidence as a woman business owner, strong employer branding's impact on talent attraction and retention, and advice on audits and expertise positioning. For those wanting to take their business, career, or personal brands further, this episode offers invaluable insights from a world leading branding expert. About Amber: Amber Erickson-Hurdle helps professionals and organizations define and position their value to increase their confidence and the bottom line. As an in-demand professional speaker and founder of Employer Brand Central agency, Amber teaches professionals to connect the combined value of personal brands, employer brands, and business brands to increase market share and profitability, reduce turnover, and amplify satisfaction among customers and employees alike. Amber was recognized by Global Gurus for being among the top 30 brand professionals in 2020-2023, ranking #4 in the world for 2023. Although she stays busy running her businesses, she always finds time for her two adult kids, her Cavapoo Gibbs, and all of the outdoor activities she can squeeze in at home or on the road. Connect with Amber: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theamberhurdle/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/theamberhurdle/] Website: https://amberhurdle.com/ [https://amberhurdle.com/] Instagram: @Theamberhurdle Bombshell Business Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bombshell-business-podcast-with-amber-hurdle/id1141690501 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bombshell-business-podcast-with-amber-hurdle/id1141690501] Connect with Nancy: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nancysurak [https://instagram.com/nancysurak] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak] Website: http://www.nancysurak.com [http://www.nancysurak.com] She’s Wild Sound Production by: Luke Surak, Surak Productions: surakproductions@gmail.com [surakproductions@gmail.com]

Breaking Barriers: How Two Young Women are Building Careers in Commercial Real Estate Development featuring Emily Franklin & Natalia Goldenberg of DeBartolo Development LLC

In this episode of She's Wild, host Nancy Surak sits down with Emily Franklin and Natalia Goldenberg, two up-and-coming developers at DeBartolo Development in Tampa, Florida. Emily and Natalia share their educational backgrounds and career paths that led them to real estate development. They provide insights into their day-to-day work developing projects from acquisition and underwriting to construction and lease-up. They discuss the challenges and rewards of juggling multiple projects simultaneously and emphasize the importance of problem-solving skills, creativity, and perseverance in overcoming obstacles. They also offer words of encouragement for younger women, stressing the value of mentorship relationships and having confidence in one's own abilities. They also discuss bringing top female executives to Tampa to educate local women professionals. This inspiring conversation provides a glimpse into the promising futures of these dynamic real estate professionals, while imparting wisdom that will benefit women across the commercial real estate industry. Connect with Nancy: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nancysurak [https://instagram.com/nancysurak] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak] Website: http://www.nancysurak.com [http://www.nancysurak.com] Connect with Emily: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-franklin-45a1a1b0/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-franklin-45a1a1b0/] Emily book recommendation: Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss via Amazon https://a.co/d/4DBchcO [https://a.co/d/4DBchcO] Connect with Natalia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliagoldenberg/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliagoldenberg/] Natalia's book recommendation: The Obstacle Is The Way By Ryan Holiday via Amazon https://a.co/d/9Ahldzr [https://a.co/d/9Ahldzr] She’s Wild Sound Production by: Luke Surak, Surak Productions: surakproductions@gmail.com [surakproductions@gmail.com]

Planning for the Future with Melissa Zornitta, Executive Director-Hillsborough County City-County Planning Commission

In this episode of "She's Wild," host Nancy Surak interviews Melissa Zornitta, Executive Director of Hillsborough County City-County Planning Commission. Melissa discusses her planning career, emphasizing the evolving nature of plans and the challenges in balancing redevelopment with suburban growth. As the head of long-range planning for Hillsborough County, she oversees comprehensive planning for multiple jurisdictions on a regional level. In this interview, Melissa highlights the importance of regional coordination and long-term visioning for guiding growth in a large, evolving community like Hillsborough County. She shares insights on the tangible impacts of planning decisions on communities and stresses the need for adaptive planning to address changing trends. The episode also explores Melissa's career growth, emphasizing the value of professional organizations. Melissa started in planning through an internship, enjoying the policy and local government aspects. Her involvement in the American Planning Association (APA) played a crucial role in her career progression, providing leadership opportunities and skill development through volunteering at local and state levels, culminating in her role as chapter president. Connect with Nancy: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nancysurak [https://instagram.com/nancysurak] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak/] Website: www.nancysurak.com [http://www.nancysurak.com] Connect with Melissa: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-zornitta-4b03897/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-zornitta-4b03897/] The Planning Commission https://planhillsborough.org/ [https://planhillsborough.org/] Melissa's Podcast Recommendation: Harvard Business Review Women at Work https://hbr.org/2018/01/podcast-women-at-work [https://hbr.org/2018/01/podcast-women-at-work] She’s Wild Sound Production by: Luke Surak, Surak Productions: surakproductions@gmail.com [surakproductions@gmail.com]

Designing My Career with Vicky Lee, SVP of Development at FOCUS - On Her Transition from Architect to Developer

This week’s episode features the incredible Vicky Lee, Senior Vice President of Development at FOCUS. Tune in as Vicky takes us on a captivating journey through career and shares what it’s like to lead FOCUS's expansion into diverse markets across the Southeast region. Discover what inspired her transition from architecture to development and gain insights into the challenges and triumphs along the way. At Focus, Vicky defines strategies for organizational growth, spearheads acquisitions, manages developments valued at over $1.1B. She played a pivotal role in the success of The Atworth at Mellody Farm in Vernon Hills, IL which helped position FOCUS as a suburban placemaking leader. Vicky’s expertise isn't limited to the boardroom – she actively contributes to the industry as Vice Chair of ULI Public Private Partnership Council (Blue), Vice Chair of ULI Chicago Product Council (Green), and Advisory Board member for ULI Chicago. With an MBA from Cornell University's S.C. Johnson School of Management and a BA in Architecture from the University of Notre Dame, she is a multifaceted leader who graciously shares her leadership insights on the show. Connect with Nancy: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nancysurak [https://instagram.com/nancysurak] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak/] Website: www.nancysurak.com [http://www.nancysurak.com] Connect with Vicky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickyglee/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickyglee/] https://workwithfocus.com/ [https://workwithfocus.com/] Vicky's Book Recommendation: In Praise of Difficult Women: Life Lessons From 29 Heroines Who Dared to Break the Rules via Amazon https://a.co/d/9zibGUm [https://a.co/d/9zibGUm] She’s Wild Sound Production by: Luke Surak, Surak Productions: surakproductions@gmail.com [surakproductions@gmail.com]