Thibault Manekin: Inspiring Change through Sports, Entrepreneurship, and Community Building

Join host Rob Lee in an engaging episode of The Truth In This Art podcast as he sits down with Thibault Manekin, a dynamic individual known for his roles as a speaker, educator, entrepreneur, and community organizer. As the co-founder of Seawall Development, he is dedicated to reshaping the real estate landscape and fostering unity within communities. Thibault's impactful journey extends from his transformative experiences in South Africa to his current endeavors in Baltimore, Maryland. Additionally, his involvement with the international nonprofit Peace Players highlights his commitment to utilizing basketball as a powerful tool for promoting peace and bridging divides in conflict-ridden nations.

During their conversation, Thibault and Rob delve into:

• Thibault Manekin's journey, exploring how his innovative real estate initiatives foster community unity and address social divides.
• The dynamics of the real estate industry, we discuss with Thibault Manekin his vision for transforming it into a force that empowers and uplifts communities.
• The complex issue of urban change and how reframing "gentrification" as "displacement" can reshape our approach to community development.
• Baltimore's untapped potential with Thibault Manekin, exploring how strategic collaboration and shifting perspectives can turn challenges into promising opportunities for the city's growth.
• The creation of Peace Players, a nonprofit organization that uses basketball and dialogue to bring together children from war-torn countries, fostering connections and understanding.
• Thibault's role as a co-founder of Seawall, an innovative real estate company focused on transforming communities through thoughtful and sustainable development projects.
• The power of sports, entrepreneurship, and community engagement in driving social change and inspiring vibrant communities.

Discover the inspiring work and insights of Thibault as he discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and the importance of social entrepreneurship in the real estate industry. He shares his experiences working with Peace Players and how it inspired him to start Seawall. Thibault emphasizes the need to reimagine the real estate industry to empower communities and unite cities. He also addresses the issue of gentrification and the importance of investing in communities without displacing residents. Thibault believes that Baltimore has great potential and hopes to shift the narrative from focusing on problems to embracing opportunities.

🎧🌟 Tune in to this inspiring conversation with Thibault Manekin, where sports, entrepreneurship, and community building converge to create a positive and transformative impact! 🌟🎧

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
• Edited by Daniel Alexis
• Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

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• Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
• Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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