How has Fort Collins emerged as a hub for entrepreneurial culture?

What are Mayor Arndt and community leaders doing regarding homelessness and water issues in Fort Collins?

What challenges will Fort Collins face in the future?

These questions and more will be explored in this episode of Selling Fort Collins where host Greg Roeder and guest Mayor Arndt uncover the secrets to Fort Collins' international acclaim and the city's future plans for growth and sustainability.

Key topics that Greg and Mayor Arndt explore in this episode (plus chapters with time stamps):

* (0:02) Mayor Arndt’s background.

* Jeni discusses her background and her insights on Fort Collins' evolution and entrepreneurial spirit.

* Jeni's view that elections are "an opportunity to ask the community if they'd like you to serve."

* Jeni's approach to campaigning and knocking on thousands of doors.

* (8:43) Old Town Fort Collins.

* The transformation of Old Town Fort Collins over the past 20+ years.

* How Fort Collins is a place where creativity and entrepreneurship are encouraged.

* How Fort Collins has had four entrepreneurs pitch their businesses on “Shark Tank.”

* (16:45) Fort Collins is a leader in climate action.

* (21:37) Addressing homelessness.

* The challenge of addressing the transient homeless population in Old Town.

* How community partnerships are addressing homelessness with compassion and caring.

* (25:40) Water issues in Fort Collins.

* Water rights and availability in Fort Collins.

* The Colorado River Compact and its implications for water allocation in the western United States.

* (32:16) Trains and Fort Collins.

* The train passing through Old Town is charming, yet might be a concern for new residents.

* The possibility of a train connecting Fort Collins, Longmont, and Boulder.

* (38:00) Local restaurants and events.

* Greg recommends Silver Grill for breakfast, especially their cinnamon rolls.

* Jeni enjoys the Lyric Cinema for date night.

* Fort Collins’s pickleball league.

Thanks to Jeni Arndt for being on the show!

As Mayor Arndt mentions in this episode, she is happy to meet and talk with any resident of Fort Collins. You can email her via jarndt@fcgov.com or text her via her personal cellphone, 970 231 5090.

Learn about Greg Roeder on the Selling Fort Collins website: https://www.sellingfortcollins.com

Phone Greg: 970.213.2095

Email Greg: groeder@livsothebysrealty.com

Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregroeder/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sellingfortcollins

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gregroederRE

Zillow:

In this episode, Greg Roeder and guest Shaun Belongie, CEO of New Belgium Brewery, give us an exclusive peek into Fort Collins’ vibrant culture, the evolution of beer, and more.

Key topics explored in this episode (plus chapters with time stamps):

* (0:02) From music to marketing.

* Shaun’s attempts at art before landing his first marketing job.

* Shaun’s move to Fort Collins for the New Belgium job and the area’s quality of life.

* (11:55) Creating a unique brewery experience.

* The importance of creating a memorable experience for visitors, prioritizing the quality of interactions over monetary gains.

* People being drawn to work at New Belgium because of its company culture.

* (21:40) Beer trends.

* The "juice forward" beer movement in beer and experimentation in the alcoholic beverage industry.

* (27:31) Local restaurants in Fort Collins.

* Great breakfast spots and bars, including Silver Grill, Loose Leaf Coffee, Town Pump, and Nick's.

* (35:19) Culture in Fort Collins.

* The music and comedy scene in Fort Collins.

Thanks to Shaun Belongie for being on the show! A quick note: The longest ride in the Foco Fondo Bike event is 118 miles, not 188 miles as stated in this episode. For more info, visit https://www.focofondo.com/the-routes

Connect with Shaun on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-belongie/

New Belgium Brewery: https://www.newbelgium.com/

Learn about Greg Roeder on the Selling Fort Collins website: https://www.sellingfortcollins.com

Phone Greg: 970.213.2095

Email Greg: groeder@livsothebysrealty.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregroeder/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sellingfortcollins

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gregroederRE

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“Be less impressed and more...

Hey everyone, my name is Greg Roeder and this is the Selling Fort Collins Podcast. I’ve lived in Fort Collins, Colorado and I can tell you from firsthand experience that the people saying Fort Collins is one of the best places to live in America…are right.

This show tells you what is happening in this incredible town by introducing you to incredible leaders, CEO’s, and people making an impact and displays what makes this area of Colorado special. If you love Fort Collins or are ready to move to Fort Collins, these conversations will help you see why this city is so special.

After nearly twenty years of experience as a real estate agent, my favorite part is the relationships and getting to know the stories behind the people I work with. Selling Fort Collins is the opportunity for me to share my favorite stories with you.

If you are ready to move to Fort Collins or are living in Fort Collins and want to see more data on the neighborhoods, activities, and stories behind Fort Collins, head to www.sellingfortcollins.com.