Alexis and Marcus Mahlen smiling pleasantly in front of the camera.

Explore 'Behind the Business | Founders in the 605,' a podcast hosted by real estate professionals Alexis and Marcus Mahlen. Listen in as they interview tenacious business founders shaping entrepreneurial success in South Dakota.

Every episode features Alexis and Marcus delving into the triumphs, challenges, and remarkable journeys of local business founders. 'Founders in the 605' honors the unyielding spirit of South Dakota’s entrepreneurs, discussing the innovation and ambition that define South Dakota as a beacon of entrepreneurial inspiration.

Meet Your Hosts

  • Alexis Mahlen smiling at the camera

    Alexis Mahlen

    Host

    Alexis Mahlen has a passion for community involvement which has led her to being involved in several community organizations. As an ambassador for one of the most known and respected local development companies in the Sioux Falls area, Lloyd Companies, Alexis loves working with a variety of businesses in her career as a commercial real estate broker, from the Main Street small business owner to Wall Street corporations.

    In ‘Behind the Business / Founders in the 605’, Alexis looks forward to shining a light on the personal side of the business founder.

  • Marcus Mahlen smiling at the camera

    Marcus Mahlen

    Host

    Marcus Mahlen has always had a deep interest in serving his community which led him to a career in commercial real estate, a cross section of private sector economic development and personal sales.

    In ‘Behind the Business / Founders in the 605’ Marcus looks to engage in deep conversations with business founders and executives about what makes them tick and how they brought their concept to reality.