Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this solo episode of the Faith Driven Leaders series, host Nick Stromwall shares his personal story so listeners can better understand the heart behind the show. From his college conversion experience to serving 15 years in campus ministry, and eventually transitioning into commercial real estate and joining Rise48 Equity, Nick unpacks how faith has shaped every season of his leadership journey. He explains how his understanding of grace redefined success, stewardship, and impact. This episode provides context for the conversations to come and offers encouragement to leaders who desire to integrate faith into their everyday work.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy Dyer sits down with Kris Benson, Partner at Blue Line Ventures and former Chief Investment Officer at Reliant Real Estate Management, to explore how long-term tailwinds drive outsized investment success. Kris shares his journey from sales and medical devices into institutional real estate, self storage, and now private equity focused on acquiring niche B2B service businesses. The conversation breaks down why small business M and A is one of the most compelling opportunities today, how institutional capital really evaluates deals, and why alignment matters more than headlines. Kris also offers a thoughtful perspective on asset class cycles, operator selection, and how investors should think about diversification beyond Wall Street. This episode is a must-listen for investors seeking durable wealth through Main Street opportunities.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode of Faith Driven Leaders, host Nick Stromwall sits down with Cody Lutz to discuss what it truly means to surrender control while leading in business and life. Cody shares his journey of faith formation, the tension between ambition and obedience, and how God reshaped his definition of success. The conversation explores leadership identity, spiritual discipline, and the importance of trusting God in seasons of uncertainty. Cody also speaks candidly about humility, accountability, and building businesses that reflect eternal priorities. This episode equips leaders to pursue excellence without compromising their spiritual foundation.

Welcome to the Freedom Point Podcast! In this episode of the On The Rise Podcast, Jeremy Dyer sits down with longtime friend and investor Jon Ross to unpack what it truly means to build financial independence. Jon shares his 25 year journey from corporate leadership and military service to private equity and real estate investing. Together, they explore how investors can move beyond traditional retirement models and take greater control of their financial future. This conversation emphasizes mindset, discipline, and choosing the right people behind every investment. If you are looking to better understand risk, cash flow, and long term wealth strategy, this episode delivers practical insight.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy Dyer sits down with Allan Langer, nationally recognized sales performance coach and bestselling author of The Seven Secrets to Selling More by Selling Less. Allan shares how authenticity, psychology, and human connection consistently outperform scripted sales processes. They break down why objections are created by sales behavior, not buyers, and how body language reveals buying signals most professionals miss. The conversation also explores how AI will reshape sales while making genuine, human-first selling more valuable than ever. This episode is essential for anyone looking to improve influence, trust, and long-term sales performance.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this Faith Driven Leaders episode, host Nick Stromwall sits down with Jason Kish to explore how faith shapes leadership, money decisions, and long term purpose. Jason shares how his upbringing formed a healthy view of money as a tool rather than an identity, and how that perspective influences his work in real estate investing today. The conversation covers stewardship, time freedom, servant leadership, and navigating anxiety and trials through prayer and community. Jason also reflects on generational legacy, presence as a leader, and living out faith in everyday interactions. This episode offers practical encouragement for leaders seeking to align their work, finances, and faith with lasting impact.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy Dyer sits down with Donato Callahan, a 26-year-old real estate entrepreneur who is redefining what early action and intentional learning can create. Donato shares how losing money in the stock market during COVID pushed him to pursue real estate, financial literacy, and ultimately time freedom. From building a PropTech company to sourcing commercial acquisitions and raising capital, Donato explains how momentum, mentorship, and asking “why not” changed his trajectory. This conversation delivers a powerful blueprint for young professionals and investors who want to take control of their future instead of waiting for permission.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this Faith Driven Leaders episode, host Nick Stromwall sits down with Peter Shi, a former semiconductor engineer turned faith driven entrepreneur and ministry leader. Peter shares his journey from a high level career at companies like Apple and Qualcomm to stepping away in obedience to pursue family discipleship, education, and ministry. The conversation explores listening to God’s voice, making decisions in faith, redefining security, and prioritizing family as a primary mission field. Peter also discusses integrating biblical worldview into business, investing, and leadership. This episode offers clarity and encouragement for leaders discerning how to align faith, work, and long term impact.

Welcome to the Freedom Point Podcast! In this episode of the On The Rise Podcast, Jeremy Dyer sits down with longtime friend and investor Jon Ross to unpack what it truly means to build financial independence. Jon shares his 25 year journey from corporate leadership and military service to private equity and real estate investing. Together, they explore how investors can move beyond traditional retirement models and take greater control of their financial future. This conversation emphasizes mindset, discipline, and choosing the right people behind every investment. If you are looking to better understand risk, cash flow, and long term wealth strategy, this episode delivers practical insight.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy Dyer sits down with real estate investor and educator Jack Bosch to break down the fundamentals of land flipping and why it remains one of the most overlooked opportunities in real estate investing. Jack shares his journey from immigrating to the United States with very little to building an eight figure land business. The conversation covers how land investing differs from traditional fix and flip models, how to identify motivated sellers, and why simplicity and consistency matter more than speed. This episode is a practical guide for anyone looking to build scalable income without tenants, renovations, or heavy overhead.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this Faith Driven Leaders episode, host Nick Stromwall sits down with Jono Allen to discuss the role of obedience, trust, and patience in a life of faith driven leadership. Jono shares how seasons of uncertainty and waiting shaped his character and strengthened his reliance on God’s timing rather than his own plans. The conversation explores discernment, humility, and the discipline required to remain faithful when outcomes are unclear. Jono also reflects on leadership as service and the responsibility to steward influence well. This episode provides thoughtful guidance for leaders seeking to walk faithfully through transition while remaining anchored in purpose.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy Dyer sits down with David Priest, a veteran real estate professional who has closed over half a billion dollars in mortgages and now focuses almost exclusively on capital raising and passive investing in multifamily syndications. David shares how transitioning from single family and mortgages into multifamily required a complete mindset reset—and why many investors underestimate the learning curve. The conversation centers on risk reduction, conservative underwriting, and how experienced operators think differently about returns. David also explains why humility, fixed-rate debt, and immediate cash flow matter more than chasing outsized projections. This episode is essential listening for investors who want to protect capital while positioning themselves for long-term growth.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast. In this episode, Jeremy Dyer sits down with Tad Fallows, Founder of Long Angle, a private community for entrepreneurs, executives, and investors seeking unbiased insights and institutional-grade private market opportunities. Tad shares his journey from bootstrapped founder to successful exit, and how the sudden jump in net worth led him to build a trusted peer group for high-net-worth families. He breaks down misconceptions around how wealthy individuals truly invest, why traditional 60/40 portfolios fall short, and what smart investors are reallocating toward today. Tad also explains how to evaluate private funds, identify red flags, and avoid the sophisticated tax schemes that often get high earners into trouble. Whether you are building wealth or protecting it, this episode offers clarity, strategy, and perspective for anyone looking to take control of their financial future.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! Faith-Driven Leaders is a special series on the On The Rise Podcast hosted by Nick Stromwall, designed to equip professionals, investors, and executives to thoughtfully integrate their faith into their everyday work. Each episode features candid conversations with experienced leaders who share how their beliefs shape decision making, leadership style, stewardship of resources, and long term vision. The series goes beyond theory to offer practical insight into living out faith with integrity in the workplace while pursuing excellence, purpose, and lasting impact.

In this first episode, Nick Stromwall sits down with Jeremy Dyer to explore the intersection of faith, leadership, and professional success. Jeremy shares his personal journey from achievement driven identity to a Christ centered life rooted in surrender and obedience. The conversation covers integrating faith into daily work, redefining success as significance, and stewarding resources for lasting impact. Jeremy also reflects on legacy, generosity, and listening for God’s direction amid career pressure and success. This episode offers practical encouragement for leaders seeking alignment between their faith, work, and purpose.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy is joined by Ryan Carriere, CPA, real estate investor, and founder of Carrier Tax Consulting. Ryan shares how a BiggerPockets episode early in his career pushed him toward house hacking, short term rentals, and eventually building a tax firm built specifically for high income real estate investors. He breaks down common tax misconceptions, the real requirements behind Real Estate Professional Status, and why the short term rental tax strategy remains one of the most powerful tools available.
Ryan also demystifies cost segregation, accelerated depreciation, and depreciation recapture in clear, practical terms, helping investors understand how to use these strategies responsibly. This episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone looking to reduce taxes, structure investments properly, and build long term wealth with confidence.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Ladislas Maurice, global real estate investor, world traveler, and founder of The Wandering Investor. Ladislas shares how he left a corporate career with Nestlé, traveled from Oman to Paris with his family, and discovered real estate opportunities across emerging and frontier markets. He breaks down how he evaluates countries, why some markets simply can’t be played, and how international real estate can offer residency, citizenship, and generational advantages.
From Turkish citizenship-by-investment to managing risk in frontier markets to avoiding common scams with proper legal structure, Ladislas offers a masterclass in cross-border investing. This conversation is rich with geopolitical context, real-world examples, and practical frameworks for anyone curious about expanding their financial freedom beyond borders.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Joel Kraut, a seasoned investor and lender with nearly 30 years of hands-on experience across single family, multifamily, gas stations, car washes, and specialty-use commercial properties. Joel shares his journey from Wall Street options trading to building a 145-unit portfolio in just 30 months, along with the painful lessons learned during the dot-com crash and Great Recession. He explains the critical importance of due diligence, market awareness, and partner selection when evaluating any deal. Joel also breaks down what makes niche assets profitable, how environmental risks can make or break a project, and why McDonald’s demographic research is one of the simplest tools investors can leverage. This episode is packed with wisdom for both new and experienced investors who want to build resilient, long-term wealth.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy sits down with B Dwiek, former IBM engineer turned full time real estate investor and founder of Bluestone Flagship Investors. B shares his journey from house hacking in the 90s to building a multi decade tech career while quietly accumulating investment properties on the side. Eventually, the headaches of active ownership pushed him toward passive investing, where he discovered stronger returns, less stress, and better scalability. Today, he helps busy tech professionals evaluate deals, avoid common investing mistakes, and build long term wealth through disciplined due diligence and data driven decision making. If you’re overwhelmed by deal flow, unsure how to compare opportunities, or ready to transition from W2 to wealth building, this episode is a blueprint for elevating your investment strategy.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Mikkel Thorup, one of the world’s leading expat consultants, to break down how high net worth investors can legally reduce taxes, gain second residencies, and build diversified portfolios across multiple countries. Mikkel explains his signature “Four Plus One” framework, covering immigration, real estate, asset protection, tax reporting, and lifestyle alignment.
He also demystifies concepts like offshore banking, second residencies, dual citizenship paths, and what it truly means to become an expat. From investing in timber plantations and agricultural land to selecting politically stable, inflation-resistant countries, Mikkel offers a masterclass in global wealth protection. Whether you're exploring Plan B options or looking to build a fully international lifestyle, this conversation provides the foundation to get started.

We’re excited to share that we have officially rebranded the "Freedom Point" podcast to the "On The Rise" podcast!

This evolution reflects the direction of our content, our mission, and the conversations we’re having with investors, entrepreneurs, and leaders across the industry.

The rebrand represents growth and forward momentum, the same values that drive our work at Rise48 Equity. As the show continues to expand, you’ll see an even stronger focus on leadership, mindset, wealth-building, and the frameworks behind long-term success.