Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city “Unique By Nature.”
Our guest for this episode is Jose Duarte, Senior Agent CCIM at Orion Commercial Realty Group.
The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay.
Key Topics:
- Early life in Mexico City, migration to Los Angeles, and the journey to Texas
- Career beginnings with Bose Corporation and lessons in leadership
- Transition from retail leadership to real estate after major life changes
- Entering commercial real estate and building nearly a decade of specialization
- Reflections on McKinney’s rapid growth, from the 380 corridor to evolving neighborhoods
- Favorite McKinney places for families, including Downtown and historic homes
- How parks like Bonnie Wenk and Towne Lake shape community connection
- Leaving California and discovering Texas hospitality and culture
- Deep involvement in family ministry and its impact on local families
- Why Leadership McKinney matters and how it reshapes understanding of city systems
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