Her Story
About Linda
Linda Peck is a seasoned business development executive with more than 20 years of experience in commercial real estate consulting, construction, and relationship-driven sales. Currently serving as Vice President of Business Development at JG Companies, she specializes in connecting developers, property owners, retailers, restaurant groups, architects, engineers, and project managers to deliver successful ground-up construction and renovation projects. An alumnus of the University of California, Los Angeles, Linda has built a career defined by persistence, strategic networking, and long-standing industry relationships across national markets. Throughout her career, Linda has held senior leadership roles in business development and national accounts with leading construction and consulting firms, including Empire Construction, Finn Construction, and Regreen Corporation. Her expertise spans site work, ground-up shopping center construction, pads, core + shell full renovations, and tenant tenant improvements, retail and restaurant construction, commercial development, energy efficiency consulting, and portfolio account management. Known for her extensive national network, she has successfully generated and managed relationships with major brands, developers, REITs, and hospitality groups, supporting projects ranging from shopping centers and restaurants to large-scale commercial and mixed-use developments. Linda is widely recognized for her communication skills, authenticity, and relationship-first approach to sales. She began her career in the early days of door-to-door and cold-calling sales and has evolved into a trusted industry connector who thrives in both in-person networking and virtual business development environments. With a strong foundation built on faith, passion, and commitment, she values autonomy, trust, and long-term partnerships. Today, she continues to enjoy a dynamic and fulfilling career, driven by her love of the industry and her ability to bring people and opportunities together in meaningful and lasting ways.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Linda
01What do you attribute your success to?
I connect people and build relationships across all commercial real estate platforms. I enjoy helping the new generation. as an an encourager. That is my God-given gift. I'm a good listener. The eldest of 6 children. I've been working since I was very young because I had a drive to succeed even then. I got to work babysitting, shoveling walks, mowing lawns, cleaning houses and have a real drive to make sure that no matter what happens, if the sky falls today, I'm gonna get out there and find a way to pay my bills. God is my source, and that's how I receive everything in my life. It's not me that does it, it's Him working through me.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Keep the Faith, never give up, and always learn from your failures, which can lead to your greatest strengths
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would first of all have to ask if they are willing to work hard and put in the effort. Nothing is "free" in this life. Are you a people person? Are you good with cold calling? Are you good with going to events and meeting new people? Those would be the first questions that I would ask. What interests you about this field? What brought you here? Is this really what you want to do, or are you just trying to pay your bills? Get out there and get involved in networking groups that support your industry. Who is your target audience? Know who your client base is or could be, think outside the box, and take the first step of getting out there to connect with them. Sometimes a lead can come through the person you would least expect. Don't disregard those, and talk to everyone.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
There are always challenges in any field. In construction and development, right now, the challenge is to hire and maintain qualified people. Ongoing challenges are the economy, inflation, building material and land costs in CA.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Money is not my drive, it's helping others and meeting new friends and colleagues along this life's journey. That's the driving force. Loving what I do makes me never want to retire. I love connecting people and helping them along the way. God is my source, and that's how I achieve everything in my life. It's not me that does it, it's Him that does it through me. I love to share with anyone who feels like they don't know where to start. The world could use more successful people out there who pay it forward.
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