So Much More, A Mall of America® Podcast

Ep. 2: The Vision Behind the Mall

In this episode we visit with John Ghermezian, a member of the visionary family that created Mall of America. John shares his family’s inspiring story of how they turned their dream into a reality in Minnesota. He discusses the challenges they faced along the way and how they overcame those challenges with the help of a dedicated team, and a strong family support system.
We delve into the Ghermezian family’s motivation for building Mall of America, their values and how they have maintained their vision over the past thirty years. John explains how the Mall has built a culture that aligns with the family’s values and how that has been a driving force behind the success.
Listeners will gain insights into the importance of having a vision, building a strong company culture and persevering through obstacles. Jill Renslow leads the conversation with John.
Guest: John Ghermezian, Triple Five Corp.
Hosts: Jill Renslow, Daniel Jasper
Presented by the Bloomington Convention and Visitors Bureau the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.

Ep. 1: Welcome to SO MUCH MORE, A Mall of America® Podcast

In the inaugural episode of So Much More, we introduce our four hosts and discuss the inspiration behind the podcast. The hosts share their personal journeys and experiences that have led them to create this podcast, and why they are passionate about sharing stories of people and brands that have overcome challenges to achieve success.
We also discuss the types of stories and topics we hope to explore in future episodes. From personal development and entrepreneurship to leadership and learning; we are excited to delve into a wide range of topics and share inspiring stories from a diverse group of guests.
And yes, we share some fun and very unexpected stories from our own professional and personal lives, giving listeners a glimpse into the personalities and backgrounds of the hosts. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in personal development, entrepreneurship, and the pathway to success.
Hosts: Jill Renslow, Grant Buntje, Chris Grap, Daniel Jasper
Presented by the Bloomington Convention and Visitors Bureau the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.