Commercial Real Estate is about connecting people with places, and that is something Laura has always been passionate about. There is nothing as exciting as being a part of someone’s dreams becoming reality - from a startup idea to a retirement dream, and everything in between. What motivates her? Connecting and building relationships within the communities about which she cares deeply. Being elected to Shorewood City Council and working for 8 years as the Executive Director of the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce gives her a unique perspective of commercial real estate and development needs. She spends endless hours observing human movement in her community, planning large scale events as well as supporting local businesses. Whether it is for fun and entertainment or work and family, the value of belonging somewhere and feeling at home is undisputed. After the strange year we've experienced, there is no doubt the future of placemaking is bright!