In this Paradyme Shift episode, Ryan Garland sits down with Brian Koons, a seasoned ADU developer and investor whose career spans more than 500 accessory dwelling unit (ADU) projects across Southern California. Together, they unpack how legislation, zoning reform, and creative financing have reshaped residential development—and why the next wealth wave is being built in backyards.

The conversation blends strategic investing lessons with raw operator insight, diving into:

• The evolution of the ADU movement and how California’s housing crisis turned regulation into opportunity.
• Lessons from scaling from single-lot flips to multi-unit infill projects—and the painful mistakes that came with growth.
• The power of partnerships, transparency, and setting up protective fund structures to safeguard investors and operators alike.
• Why focus, patience, and legal preparedness define the new generation of developers.
• Real-world stories: from 2.5x exits on value-add properties to the deals nearly lost to divorces and legal battles.

Ryan and Brian peel back the layers of entrepreneurship, showing that success in real estate isn’t about luck or timing—it’s about discipline, due diligence, and building systems that outlast hype. This is an inside look at how Paradyme and its network of visionaries are shaping the next era of intelligent, community-driven development.

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Behind The Mask” brings Ryan Garland and Joe Roman into a candid breakdown of what it takes to operate at pace in private equity. Ryan outlines the operator mindset: answer the phone after five, stay mission-driven, protect the downside, and lead with compassion without compromising accountability. He opens up about divorce, blended family dynamics, and the pressure of capital markets, using hard-won lessons to separate givers from takers in teams. Expect a practical look at hiring (why résumés often mislead), building loyalty, navigating California employment law realities, and keeping culture strong when the world feels like it’s burning—rates, real estate, politics, crypto. Ryan explains why forgiveness is a performance tool, how faith and hope reduce leadership drag, and why selfless love creates peace at home (the fuel that sustains high performance at work). From father-son legacy to “blank canvas” resets after hitting bottom, this episode is a masterclass in turning setbacks into clarity, discipline, and repeatable results. Leaders, investors, and operators will leave with a human playbook for transparency, integrity, and execution—the real differentiators in real estate and private equity.

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Colin’s story is a testament to how a single right-place, right-time moment can change the trajectory of a life. What began as a chance introduction to Paradyme’s founder and chairman, Ryan Garland, at one event opened doors that allowed him to pursue his childhood dreams. That encounter sparked a chain of opportunities that took Colin from modest roots to the center of offshore racing’s elite.

Colin shares his remarkable journey from a Midwestern kid on pontoon boats to crew chief of a championship offshore racing team, revealing how chance encounters and relentless hard work created life-changing opportunities:

• Growing up on Fox River in Chicago with modest pontoon boats while dreaming of speedboats
• Moving to Lake Havasu after selling his house during the pandemic housing boom
• Building a successful boat detailing and concierge business for wealthy clients
• Meeting Ryan Garland, which led to introductions that changed the course of his life
• Connecting with racing team owner JR at an event in Miami through that chance chain of introductions
• Transitioning from occasional helper to full-time crew chief of Motlik Racing (#40)
• Managing the logistics of professional offshore racing with costs exceeding $50,000 per event
• Setting a world record for outboard catamaran speed (later broken) with White Boy Rick's sponsorship
• Working alongside notable figures from boating history including Gus Falcone from Cocaine Cowboys
• Balancing race team responsibilities with maintaining relationships with original clients
• Finding fulfillment in living his childhood dream while continuing to push for excellence

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Dennis shares his journey from working in a concrete family business to becoming a quality control expert and eventually a successful contractor. Through decades of experience, he's mastered the unique challenges of desert construction and brings invaluable expertise to development projects.

• Growing up in a concrete family provided Dennis with early exposure to construction work and a strong work ethic
• Arizona's extreme heat presents unique challenges for concrete work, often requiring 1:30 AM pours to maintain quality
• Quality control background gave Dennis scientific understanding of materials and engineering principles
• The majority of construction risk lies in horizontal work rather than vertical construction
• Labor availability remains an ongoing challenge in Lake Havasu's seasonal economy
• Paradyme Storage represents a new standard in storage units with insulation, air conditioning, and high-end finishes
• Large units are selling faster than smaller units, showing market demand for premium storage options
• The Family Office Society building transformed from a Port-A-John storage facility to a premium office space
• The Gym and Barn Caves development will create a resort-like experience with luxury amenities
• Quality construction protects not just the brand but also the end user from future problems

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Brad DeVette, Paradyme's framing partner, shares his journey from Pittsburgh to building one of Lake Havasu's premier framing businesses while revealing the challenges and triumphs of construction leadership.

• Started his first business at 18 in Pittsburgh before moving to Lake Havasu at 20
• Transitioned from car sales to real estate to framing, focusing on construction excellence
• Nearly died falling through roof trusses 25 feet up during construction of the Family Office Society building
• Emphasizes leadership as key to maintaining quality crews in a difficult labor market
• Maintains unwavering professional standards even when it means losing experienced workers
• Discusses the exceptional quality and unique features of the Paradigm building
• Details upcoming features including wine cellar, golf simulators, and professional photography backdrops
• Explains the vision for creating a membership-based business network for high-caliber professionals
• Believes relationships are the most important aspect of business success
• Views Lake Havasu as an emerging destination for sophisticated lifestyle and investment

For more information about Brad's services, visit www.devetdevelopment.com or call him directly at 928-566-7010.

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In this compelling episode of Paradyme Shift, host Ryan Garland sits down with longtime friend, collaborator, and sponsor Ryan Busnardo — an entrepreneur whose life’s work fuses legacy, innovation, and the art of building dreams into reality.

From a multi-generational lineage of machinists and metallurgists, Busnardo's journey spans selling cars, owning dealerships, dominating off-road racing, and ultimately creating Premier Manufacturing Group (PMG) — a 110,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing facility in Lake Havasu City, AZ. His company specializes in precision steel fabrication, aerospace-grade components, architectural steel, and the world’s strongest custom doors.

The conversation dives deep into:

• Family legacy – From his grandfather’s machine shop to his father’s groundbreaking nuclear waste containment designs.
• Entrepreneurship & evolution – How off-road racing shops became a robotics-driven steel powerhouse.
• Partnership with Paradyme – Manufacturing all structural steel for the Barn Caves project and the Family Office Society HQ.
• Design and efficiency – How steel kit construction cuts build time, reduces costs, and maintains unmatched quality.
• Personal resilience – Navigating a high-risk pregnancy scare with a happy outcome.
• Vision for the future – The power of vetted networks, marketing, and private equity education to grow businesses.

This episode is a masterclass in vision, execution, and trust — a story about building not only structures, but relationships, reputations, and enduring impact.

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In Episode 24 of The Paradyme Shift, Ryan Garland, Founder and Chairman of Paradyme Companies, sits down with Steve Reid of Sand Castle Pools, the visionary pool contractor responsible for the Dubai-inspired pool design at the Barn Caves Community Center. This episode dives deep into Steve’s 20+ year journey in pool construction, from digging trenches as a teen to building luxury commercial pools around the world—including on Jeff Epstein’s private island in the Virgin Islands in 2010.

Steve shares the technical science behind pool design, including innovations like digital rain curtains, hydraulics, and geotechnical risk mitigation. The episode also reveals how Paradyme’s selection process ensures the highest-quality subcontractors are chosen for landmark projects, with an emphasis on design-build integrity, commercial compliance, and delivering high-touch luxury experiences.

Whether you're in real estate development, construction, or just love bold visions coming to life, this episode blends engineering, entrepreneurship, and luxury real estate into one compelling narrative.

🔗 To learn more or get in touch with Steve Reid, visit: https://sandcastlepools.com
🏗️ For more information on the Barn Caves and its Dubai-inspired pool, visit:https://paradymecompanies.com/invest/barn-caves

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Ryan Garland opens up about his life-changing experiences and personal struggles that shaped him into the leader he is today. His story reveals how vulnerability and authenticity have become the foundation of his business philosophy and personal relationships.

• Surviving a traumatic car accident in 2008 where his best friend nearly died in his arms
• Experiencing financial devastation during the market crash and rebuilding from nothing
• Moving in with his father and borrowing $20 for gas money to meet a potential mentor
• Finding hard money lending opportunities through relationships and transparency
• Building Paradyme around a culture of vulnerability where everyone takes their "mask off"
• Shifting purpose after personal loss and finding new meaning in helping others succeed
• Creating deep connections with team members who become like family
• Balancing business responsibilities with family obligations and making difficult sacrifices
• Learning to accept hardship and use it to strengthen relationships with others
• Finding peace by relinquishing control and trusting in a greater plan

If you found this podcast helpful, please comment and share your own experiences. I'd love to hear how you connect with these stories and what you've overcome in your own journey.

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