Solving Placeless-ness | Tim Rist | TEDxCorvallis

Tim Rist, a real estate entrepreneur and community developer based in Corvallis, Oregon, gives a TEDxCorvallis talk titled "Solving Placeless-ness." The talk centers on helping people find where they truly belong, geographically, relationally and purposefully. Rist draws on his work as a principal broker, co-founder of a community development company, and writer, musician and speaker. Rist's professional work includes coaching real estate professionals toward sustainable businesses and designing environments that bring together housing, nature and human connection. The talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event.

• Finding a sense of belonging in place, relationships and purpose
• Designing communities that combine housing, nature and human connection
• Speaker background in real estate, community development and coaching
• Presented at an independently organized TEDxCorvallis event

Timothy J. Rist is a real estate entrepreneur, community developer, and creative visionary helping people discover where they truly belong — geographically, relationally, and purposefully. An active principal broker, Tim leads a growing team serving clients across asset classes statewide. His brokerage centers on coaching professionals to build meaningful, sustainable businesses rooted in impact and long-term growth. He also serves as a trusted real estate partner to the City of Corvallis. As co-founder of a community development company, Tim designs environments that integrate housing, nature, and human connection. Beyond business, he is a writer, musician, and speaker exploring transformation and identity. Tim lives in Corvallis, Oregon with his daughter Maisy. Timothy J. Rist is a real estate entrepreneur, community developer, and creative visionary helping people discover where they truly belong — geographically, relationally, and purposefully. An active principal broker, Tim leads a growing team serving clients across asset classes nationwide. His brokerage centers on coaching professionals to build meaningful, sustainable businesses rooted in impact and long-term growth. He also serves as a trusted real estate partner to the City of Corvallis. As co-founder of a community development company, Tim designs environments that integrate housing, nature, and human connection. Beyond business, he is a writer, musician, and speaker exploring transformation and identity. Tim lives in Corvallis, Oregon with his daughter Maisy. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx