How do the skills learned in pro skating translate to entrepreneurship? For Mikey Taylor, a career spent doing darkslides and noseblunts was a masterclass is managing fear, building a brand and finding purpose. And today, Mikey is leveraging what he learned to invest in real estate—and help other athletes and entrepreneurs achieve financial freedom in the process.
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Mikey is the President and Managing Principal at Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment fund built around the idea that financial freedom isn’t a dream, but a tangible life worth pursuing. He has 20 years of professional skateboarding experience, holding sponsorship contracts with DC Shoes, GoPro Cameras and Alien Workshop and cofounding SOVRN, a skateboard and apparel company out of Los Angeles. Mikey was also the cofounder of Saint Archer Brewing Company, a multimillion-dollar craft beer operation acquired by MillerCoors in 2015.
On this episode of Founders Club, Mikey joins Oliver to discuss his evolution from pro skater to entrepreneur and explain how pushing through fear has served him in both ventures. He shares his good fortune in being introduced to Randy Sanada, describing how he learned to invest in himself—and other lucrative asset classes like multifamily and self-storage. Listen in for Mikey’s insight around building a brand, responding to criticism, and creating a community through Commune Capital.
[0:38] What drew Mikey to skating
[3:00] How Mikey learned to push through fear
[10:32] Mikey’s insight around building a brand
[17:08] Mikey’s introduction to investing
[23:12] Mikey’s first investments
[28:06] Mikey’s experience with Saint Archer
[38:40] How Mikey dealt with the end of his skating career
[47:55] Mikey’s vision for Commune Capital
[50:37] Mikey’s take on the criticism re: gentrification
[58:54] The projects Commune Capital is pursuing now
[1:02:12] Mikey’s advice on finding deals
[1:07:21] The benefit of investing with Commune Capital
[1:14:23] What’s brought Mikey the most joy
[1:18:11] Mikey advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
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Welcome to Founders Club, where we dive deep into the minds of visionary entrepreneurs. In this episode, we sit down with Amanda Russell, a trailblazing expert in the field of Influence Marketing. Join us as Amanda shares her unparalleled insights and strategies, unraveling the secrets behind building authentic connections and leveraging influence for entrepreneurial success. Get ready for a captivating conversation that unveils the power of Influence Marketing in today's business landscape.
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Discover the entrepreneurial mindset that sets the stage for Grant Cardones unparalleled success, learn the tactics of aggressive goal-setting with the 10X Rule, and uncover Cardone's unconventional yet highly effective approaches to wealth building.
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Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we’ll be talking to Steve Sim's about How To Build Relationships (THAT LEAD TO BUSINESS).
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Welcome to Founders Club! Join host Oliver Graf in a game-changing conversation with self-made millionaire Steve Sims. Discover the art of building and monetizing relationships for business success. Steve shares actionable insights on authentic networking and turning connections into revenue streams. Ready to elevate your entrepreneurial journey? Hit like, subscribe, and unlock the keys to success with Founders Club!
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Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! In this episode, host Oliver Graf sits down with Molly Winkle to discuss how to create a 12 month marekting calender / plan for your Real Estate business.
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Welcome to another insightful episode of Founders Club! 🎙️ In this interview we'll to unravel the secrets behind crafting a dynamic 12-Month Marketing Calendar tailored for Realtors. Molly, a top producing agent and seasoned expert in real estate marketing, shares her invaluable insights, tips, and proven strategies that will empower real estate professionals to thrive in every season.Do me a solid and...
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Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! In this episode, host Oliver Graf sits down with Chris Deitz to discuss their Top 5 AI Tools For Realtos and how to use Artificial Intelligence in your Real Estate business.
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Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! In this episode, host Oliver Graf sits down with Clint Cooper, the mastermind behind one of the most successful real estate ventures in the industry.
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Larry Kasanoff, our guest for today is a legendary movie producer, known for his visionary work in producing blockbuster movies. Kasanoff has brought some of the most iconic stories to the big screen.
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In this interview, we delve into Kasanoff's unparalleled journey in the film industry, exploring his experiences, creative process, and the invaluable lessons he's learned throughout his career. Get ready to gain rare insights into the world of entertainment and storytelling from a true industry pioneer.
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Kevin Choe, our guest for today is a 22-year-old real estate maverick who's taking the industry by storm utilizing subject to deals, Kevin breaks down his exact process for finding and making deals, and how anyone can benefit and profit from sub to deals.
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Kevin is not your typical investor; he's closing an astonishing 60 to 100 real estate deals every year, and he's only just begun. Join us as we delve into Kevin's unconventional approach to real estate, where creativity is the name of the game. You'll discover the innovative strategies and out-of-the-box thinking that have propelled him to such incredible success at a young age.
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