The Land Development Podcast
What is the Land Development Podcast?
Learn Beyond the Event
Education doesn't stop when our events end. Through our partnership with The Land Development Podcast, Ladies in Land members gain access to conversations with some of the most respected professionals in the land development industry.
Each episode features developers, engineers, attorneys, planners, homebuilders, and other industry leaders sharing practical insights, lessons learned, and real-world experiences across every stage of the development process. Whether you're looking to deepen your technical knowledge, better understand the development lifecycle, or learn from industry experts, the podcast is another way Ladies in Land supports your professional growth.
What You'll Learn
Real-world development case studies
Industry trends and emerging challenges
Entitlements, infrastructure, financing, and construction insights
Career advice from experienced industry leaders
Practical knowledge you can apply to your work
June 9, 2026
Leadership Lessons from 22 Years in Construction with Natalie Jelavich Day - TLP168
In this episode, Ryan sits down with Natalie Jelavich, Executive Vice President at Marques General Engineering, to discuss the leadership lessons she's learned over more than two decades in the construction industry. Natalie shares her career journey, the experiences that shaped her leadership style, and the importance of building trust, developing people, and creating strong teams.
The conversation explores what it takes to lead through growth and change while maintaining a strong company culture. Natalie explains why investing in employees, empowering others to succeed, and leading by example are essential to building high-performing teams and long-term business success.
Ryan and Natalie also discuss the evolving construction industry, highlighting the importance of adaptability, communication, and continuous learning. They talk about how strong relationships—both within an organization and across the industry—play a critical role in delivering successful projects and creating opportunities for future growth.
Throughout the episode, Natalie shares practical leadership insights for professionals at every stage of their careers. Whether you're managing projects, leading a team, or working toward your next leadership role, this conversation offers valuable perspective on how intentional leadership, accountability, and investing in people can create lasting impact.
Recent Speaker
Upcoming Podcast Guests from Ladies in Land for The Land Development Podcast:
Explore upcoming Land Development Podcast episodes highlighting the professionals, projects, and perspectives shaping the industry. Each conversation brings practical insight, real-world experience, and meaningful discussion around the many disciplines that move land development forward.
Upcoming Speakers:
August 11, 2026 — Danielle Vail, Environmental Consultant, Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
October 13, 2026 — Zulikha Hussain, Co-founder, WaZu Capital Partners and Z4U Real Estate Services