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Designing Communities Around Nature, Food, and Human Connection
Show Notes:
John Darby, CEO and Chairman of the Board of The Beach Company, shares how a fifth-generation family developer turns a land-rich legacy into a multifaceted business across 27 cities in the Southeast. John reflects on joining the firm in 1990 after starting in banking, and on how an independent board and non-family leadership support longevity across generations.
John also explains The Beach Company’s patient, community-first approach to placemaking. He traces the long road to Kiawah River, why the team leans into nature and a farm-centric lifestyle, and what they learn as the community and hotel ecosystem matures.
Key Takeaways:
00:00 Introduction.
02:49 Growing into a family business can shape a leader over time.
06:23 Giving back locally helps earn trust in new places.
08:02 Big projects take many years and steady effort.
09:35 A strong place needs its own clear character.
10:36 Keeping what is true to the land adds lasting value.
15:26 Listening to buyers can change old ideas about what matters.
18:51 Clear updates and honest talks help as communities grow.
23:29 Patience and care matter most in long-term work.
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