DeLisa Guerrier is a real estate developer with nearly a quarter-billion dollars of property under construction right now (Feb.'22). In 2016 she began having a series of dreams about building a community park. When she learned of the abysmal literacy rates in America, she focused her energy toward making a park that would encourage kids to read for fun. Storyville Gardens emerged, the $1 billion theme park opening in 2025.
💥 This episode is for you if 💥
-You resonate with a strong Christian message
-You like business-women with real estate backgrounds
-You want to learn the full story behind Storyville Gardens, opening in 2025
DeLisa Guerrier is an everyday example of purpose, but her story is far from typical. In her early 20s she began working for her husband’s business which she helped grow from $100,000 a year to $10 million annually. At the same time she began selling homes as a 23-year old realtor, helping friends nearing foreclosure to update and sell their homes. You’ll hear how she went from realtor to developer.
DeLisa also tells the full story of the inception of Storyville Gardens, a park concept that came to her in a dream. You'll also hear the way she chose her lead park designer and what she’s had to battle to bring the park to life. This episode brings life lessons from a person who has focused and achieved so much with a steady resolve. How she overcame doubters and followed her heart in the pursuit of purpose.
📝 SHOW NOTES 📝
Direct link to full show notes, including transcription and mentions here: https://www.ampstigator.com/blog/delisa-guerrier-show-notes
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