433: Prospering an Architectural Practice (Even Through Recessions) with Walter Marin
Walter Marin was born in Latin America but raised in the heart of New York.\xa0 The son of an immigrant cabinetmaker, he was raised with an appreciation for craftsmanship that led to his life-long love of the built environment.\xa0 He completed a BS/BA in Architecture in 1982 and worked with well-known architectural design firms including the Howard Golden firm prior to establishing Marin Associates in 1985.\xa0 Upon obtaining his architectural certification, Walter converted his growing firm into Marin Architects.\xa0 Supported by Walter\u2019s keen business sense and creative aptitude, the firm has since developed a strong roster of repeat clientele and a sterling reputation.\xa0 Ever community-minded, Walter gives back by serving as the Vice Chair of The National Hispanic Business Group and the Bronx Community College Foundation Board. In this episode, you\u2019ll discover: Common misconceptions about working with developers How Marin became a valued problem solver instead of simply a vendor How Marin carved out a niche in various sectors including hospitality and multi-family Learn more about Walter at his: Website: https://marinarchitects.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marin-architects/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marinarchitects/ \xa0 \u25ba Feedback? Email us at podcast@businessofarchitecture.com \u25ba Access your free training at http://SmartPracticeMethod.com/ \u25ba If you want to speak directly to our advisors, book a call at https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/call \u25ba Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for updates: https://www.youtube.com/c/BusinessofArchitecture ******* For more free tools and resources for running a profitable, impactful, and fulfilling practice, connect with me on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessofarchitecture Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enoch.sears/ Website: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BusinessofArch Podcast: http://www.businessofarchitecture.com/podcast iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-architecture-podcast/id588987926 Android Podcast Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/BusinessofArchitecture-podcast Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9idXNpbmVzc29mYXJjaGl0ZWN0dXJlLmxpYnN5bi5jb20vcnNz ******* Access the FREE Architecture Firm Profit Map video here: http://freearchitectgift.com Download the FREE Architecture Firm Marketing Process Flowchart video here: http://freearchitectgift.com Carpe Diem!