S3:E15: She Broke Every Unwritten Rule And Became One of NJ’s Most Influential Women

In this episode of Business Unchained, Bobby Mascia is joined by Gretchen Wilcox, a trailblazer in the commercial real estate industry. Named one of the most influential women in New Jersey business, Gretchen shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a small town in Massachusetts to founding the first female-led commercial real estate mortgage banking firm in the U.S. Discover how she scaled her business from zero to over $2 billion in serviced loans while navigating the challenges of personal loss and balancing motherhood. With invaluable insights on leadership, resilience, and the power of betting on yourself, this episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur or business leader.

Gretchen reveals:

– The importance of self-belief and leveraging personal stories to inspire others. – How she overcame industry barriers and established a respected name in a male-dominated field. – The mindset and strategies that led to growing her company to a $2B portfolio.

Whether you're starting a business or striving for growth in a competitive industry, this episode will equip you with the inspiration and actionable advice to succeed.

entrepreneurship advice, women in real estate, commercial real estate loans, leadership philosophy, startup inspiration, building a business from scratch, personal growth in business, real estate industry challenges, overcoming adversity in business, growing a real estate company, business mentorship, real estate debt placement, business mindset, starting a mortgage firm, commercial real estate strategies, professional resilience, business leadership for women, starting a business with no money, financing real estate projects, risk vs reward in business