{"podcast":{"title":"Fringe by PeopleForward Network","slug":"fringe-by-peopleforward-network-5984523","podcast_index_feed_id":5984523,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/455616/rss","website_url":"https://peopleforwardnetwork.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/7/3/4/4/73442e63c4bda95e16c3140a3186d450/Cover_Graphic_4.png","author":"Nikki Lewallen Gregory","episode_count":153,"summary":"Fringe is a collection of content to educate and inspire you on your leadership journey. Whether it's talent acquisition, well-being, or the future of work- Fringe by PFN has content to support you on your development journey.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-15T18:17:39.837714+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fringe-by-peopleforward-network-5984523"},"episode":{"title":"Legacy of Community: Jason Johnson shares how relationships make Metro National's purpose and values come to life","slug":"legacy-of-community-jason-johnson-shares-how-relationships-make-metro-national-s-purpose-and-values-come-to-life","published_at":"2026-06-10T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fringe-by-peopleforward-network-5984523/legacy-of-community-jason-johnson-shares-how-relationships-make-metro-national-s-purpose-and-values-come-to-life","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fringe-by-peopleforward-network-5984523","url":"https://fringebypfn.libsyn.com/legacy-of-community-jason-johnson-shares-how-relationships-make-metro-nationals-purpose-and-values-come-to-life","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/fringebypfn/6_10_Fringe_TTL_feature.mp3?dest-id=3833733","summary":"We're celebrating PFN's birthday by shining a light on the partners who have been part of our journey toward people-first leadership, meaningful work, and purpose-driven impact. This special feature from The Third Layer with Marshall Lockton captures the heart of their work and the shared mission that brings us together. Enjoy! — In this conversation, Jason Johnson, CEO of Metro National, shares the rich history of the family-owned real estate development company founded by his grandfather in 1954. He discusses the importance of building relationships in acquiring land, the vision of creating a 'city within a city', and the expansion into various sectors beyond retail. Jason emphasizes the significance of long-term thinking in real estate, especially during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. He also reflects on the dynamics of working in a family business, the transition of leadership from his father, and the collaborative effort to define and uphold the company's core values, which focus on integrity, trust, impact, and legacy. Additional Resources: Listen to The Third Layer wherever you get your podcasts! Connect with Marshall on LinkedIn Subscribe to the PFN YouTube Channel for daily leadership insights! Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: Metro National was founded in 1954 by Joe Johnson, starting with residential home building. The company has grown to encompass 10 million square feet of commercial real estate in Houston. Building strong relationships was key to acquiring the original 200 acres of land. Joe Johnson's vision was to create a 'city within a city' for community use. The company has expanded beyond retail to include healthcare, hospitality, and office spaces.","meta_description":"We're celebrating PFN's birthday by shining a light on the partners who have been part of our journey toward people-first leadership, meaningful work, and…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3344,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/fringe-by-peopleforward-network-5984523/episodes/legacy-of-community-jason-johnson-shares-how-relationships-make-metro-national-s-purpose-and-values-come-to-life/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fringe-by-peopleforward-network-5984523/legacy-of-community-jason-johnson-shares-how-relationships-make-metro-national-s-purpose-and-values-come-to-life.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}