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Jerdin Lindquist and Michael Greene

Michael Greene and Jerdin Lindquist represent two very different, yet equally powerful Las Vegas success stories. Michael, a former investment banker who handled $10B+ in transactions, now shapes one of the city’s top-performing office teams at MDL Group. Jerdin, a rising associate and UNLV student, brings a hospitality-driven, five-star approach to client relationships. Together, they reflect the next generation influencing Las Vegas business and commercial real estate.

From Wall Street to Warm Desert

Michael’s journey spans New York, Michigan, and global finance. After grueling years in investment banking and private equity, he was recruited to Las Vegas to help a casino company rebuild financial systems. The crash of 2008 forced a reset, eventually leading him through investor relations and boutique advisory roles before discovering the culture he sought in commercial real estate. Family, discipline, and resilience shaped every turn of his path.

The EMT, The Nightlight, and The Pivot

Jerdin’s early career unfolded on the Strip—lifeguarding, EMT work, and years inside Las Vegas nightlife. He learned five-diamond service, crisis management, and people skills that later became his commercial real estate superpowers. COVID paused hospitality and pushed him toward self-reliance. Returning to school, discovering UNLV’s real estate community, and attending the LEED job fair eventually connected him with MDL Group.

Growth, Grit, and the Future of Vegas

The conversation closes with reflections on fatherhood, discipline, self-reinvention, and the unique spirit of Las Vegas—a “town of yes,” where dreamers can build and businesses thrive. Both guests speak to optimism in the city’s next decade, the power of community, and the values that guide their careers: integrity, hard work, and the courage to pivot when life demands it.

Takeaways From This Episode

• Las Vegas rewards resilience and reinvention.
• Relationships remain the core currency of success.
• Grit creates opportunity in every career chapter.

Watch the entire Podcast episode for the full discussion with Michael Greene and Jerdin Lindquist as we delve deeply into their experiences and perspectives. Thank you for listening! Please subscribe to “Takeaways,” rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts.