Fall may be arriving slowly in San Antonio, but change is in the air. Recorded live at Mega Camp, this episode explores the seasons of business and life—the times to plant, prune, and harvest, and the challenge of closing one chapter while stepping into the next.

We dive into the emotional duality of transitions, the “inside game” of self-awareness and growth, and how to hold both pride and grief when roles shift. Along the way, we reflect on lessons that compound over time, the danger of comparing your insides to others’ outsides, and the legacy created when representation and resilience intersect.

The invitation is simple: embrace the season you’re in. See the joy, allow the grief, and carry forward the lessons.

Resources:

• Learn more at The Color of Money
• Become a real estate agent HERE

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Emerick Peace:

• Instagram: @theemerickpeace
• Facebook: facebook.com/emerickpeace

Daniel Dixon:

• Instagram: @dixonsoldit
• Facebook: facebook.com/realdanieldixon
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dixonsoldit
• YouTube: @dixongroupcompanies

Julia Lashay:

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• Facebook: facebook.com/growwithjulia
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/
• YouTube: @JuliaLashay

Bo Menkiti

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• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bomenkiti/

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This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.

What if the most powerful tool in real estate wasn’t a bulldozer or a checkbook—but a clear, fast answer to “What can I really build on this land?”

We sit down with Whitney Blanco, founder and CEO of Acreage AI, to explore how AI turns zoning, policy, comps, infrastructure plans, and even public sentiment into an actionable feasibility playbook. A former civil engineer and global public-health strategist, Whitney calls herself “a humanitarian who does real estate,” and shows how clarity up front prevents costly, infeasible plans down the line.

We dig into building a company the scrappy way—selling useful reports, iterating with customers, and proving value before seeking capital—while confronting the funding gap women (and especially Black women) face. Along the way, we rethink due diligence: fewer blind spots, faster timelines, and better decisions without replacing expert judgment. If you’ve ever wondered what your land can really support—and how to get from maybe to go—this conversation delivers.

Resources:

• Learn more at The Color of Money
• Follow Acreage on LinkedIn and find out more on Acreage.Earth
• Connect with Whitney on LinkedIn
• Become a real estate agent HERE

Connect with Our Hosts

Emerick Peace:

• Instagram: @theemerickpeace
• Facebook: facebook.com/emerickpeace

Daniel Dixon:

• Instagram: @dixonsoldit
• Facebook: facebook.com/realdanieldixon
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dixonsoldit
• YouTube: @dixongroupcompanies

Julia Lashay:

• Instagram: @iamjulialashay
• Facebook: facebook.com/growwithjulia
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/
• YouTube: @JuliaLashay

Bo Menkiti

• Instagram: @bomenkiti
• Facebook: facebook.com/obiora.menkiti
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bomenkiti/

Produced by NOVA

This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.

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From immigrant roots to transformative real estate projects, Rocio Hermosillo and Kuuku Saah are revitalizing the River Bend neighborhood in Des Moines, Iowa. Rocio—leader of Team Ella and one of NAHREP’s top 100 Latino real estate professionals—built her career by prioritizing “work to learn” over “work to earn,” gaining mentorship, and using real estate as a tool for community impact. Kuuku, an immigrant from Ghana with a background in investment management, shifted from building wealth for corporations to creating lasting change in diverse urban neighborhoods.

Together, they’re restoring the historic North Des Moines Town Hall into affordable housing and a coffee shop, while adding a 24-unit apartment building with a food hall to help local food entrepreneurs thrive. In this episode, they share how aligning on values, engaging community voices, and navigating complex funding can turn vision into reality—and why reframing failure, staying disciplined, and acting on your mission are essential for making a lasting difference.

Resources:

• Learn more at The Color of Money
• Follow Rocio Hermosillo on Zillow
• Become a real estate agent HERE

Connect with Our Hosts

Emerick Peace:

• Instagram: @theemerickpeace
• Facebook: facebook.com/emerickpeace

Daniel Dixon:

• Instagram: @dixonsoldit
• Facebook: facebook.com/realdanieldixon
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dixonsoldit
• YouTube: @dixongroupcompanies

Julia Lashay:

• Instagram: @iamjulialashay
• Facebook: facebook.com/growwithjulia
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/
• YouTube: @JuliaLashay

Bo Menkiti

• Instagram: @bomenkiti
• Facebook: facebook.com/obiora.menkiti
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bomenkiti/

Produced by NOVA

This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.