• The Crexi Commercial Real Estate Podcast: Conversations in All Things CRE

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The Crexi Commercial Real Estate Podcast: Conversations in All Things CRE

By: Crexi
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  • The Crexi Podcast is an ongoing conversation in all aspects of commercial real estate with industry leaders to investigate trends, educate listeners, and uncover the latest industry news. Each episode, we feature different guests from across the commercial real estate industry, including investors, developers, brokers, consultants, specialists, and more. The Crexi Podcast's long-form conversations tap into our guests' wealth of CRE expertise to explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate, as well as their careers and paths to success. Ask questions, get answers, and learn from commercial real estate's finest to stay ahead of the curve.
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Episodes
  • Women of Influence Podcast Series: Carolyn Pistone & Jennifer Keen
    Nov 6 2024
    This is the Women of Influence Podcast series, delivering next level insights and expertise live from GlobeSt.’s Women of Influence Conference.The Women of Influence Podcast Series is an exclusive mini-series of The Crexi Podcast, an insider’s look at all things commercial real estate, produced in collaboration with GlobeSt. The Crexi team visited Women of Influence and recorded in Lake Tahoe, California, from the floor of the conference, highlighting movers and shakers in commercial real estate. The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with some of the top professionals in the space. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate. In this episode, guest host Holly Amaya and Crexi’s Shanti Ryle sit with Carolyn Pistone, President & Managing Director of Clear Blue Commercial, and Jennifer Keen, EVP & Manager of Western Operations at IPX1031, to cover wide-ranging topics, including:Introduction and WelcomeMeet Carolyn PistoneCarolyn's Environmental AwakeningStarting Clear Blue CommercialAchievements and ImpactLeadership and ValuesAdvice for Young Women in Real EstateMeet Jennifer KeenJennifer's Early Career JourneyChallenges and Growth in Real EstateInsights on 1031 ExchangesDemographic Shifts and Real Estate StrategiesConclusion and Contact InformationAbout Carolyn Pistone:Carolyn is a committed Earthling dedicated to saving the planet using her real estate license! Carolyn is the President and Managing Director at Clear Blue Commercial. She has held various senior positions in the entertainment, real estate, and hi-tech industries. In addition she serves on the Environmental Committee of the Sonoma County Alliance, the Climate Action 2020 Stakeholders Advisory Group, former President of the Board of Trustees for the Petaluma Community Foundation, and a founding board member of 100 Sonoma People Who Care. She is a proud REALTOR®, EcoBroker®, and Certified Green Building Professional®. These experiences have inspired her to work to build a supportive, innovative, and collaborative environment for clients, team members, and, yes, even the planet, to thrive.​About Jennifer Keen:Jennifer Keen is the Executive Vice President and Western Regional Manager for IPX1031. During her 20-plus years in the real estate industry, Jennifer has served in numerous senior level roles, all with a main emphasis on 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges. Her expertise centers around structuring the technical aspects of 1031 transactions and has since expanded her skillset to managing and motivating the staff of the largest Exchange Company in the nation. Prior to joining IPX1031, Jennifer was involved in the founding, creation and development of 1031 Exchange companies ranging from smaller regional title companies to large Fortune 500 title operations.Jennifer travels regularly throughout the Western US and is a frequent keynote speaker and educator to those interested in learning more about the nuances and complexities of exchange transactions and how that affects the real estate economy as a whole. Jennifer earned her degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and is an affiliate member of organizations such as NAIOP, CREW, FEA and CCIM to name a few.About GlobeSt. Women of Influence:The Women of Influence Conference is an exclusive two-day event that celebrates the women who drive the commercial real estate industry forward. These influential leaders will discuss the critical issues facing CRE now and in the future, what it means to be a woman in business today and how women CRE leaders can uplift and support each other on their journey to the top. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter and enjoy the next podcast delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog. Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse 500,000+ available commercial properties for sale and lease. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexi
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  • Retail and Student Housing Trends in Michigan and Beyond
    Oct 30 2024

    This episode unpacks the latest student housing and retail commercial real estate trends in Michigan with George Abro, Principal at Altitude CRE.

    The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with top CRE professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate.

    In this episode of The Crexi Podcast, host Yannis Papadakis sits with George as he recounts his journey from starting an online business to becoming a prominent figure in Michigan’s commercial real estate market. He emphasizes the importance of work ethic, daily habits, and continuous prospecting to achieve success.


    The discussion covers key topics such as mentorship, staying informed on market trends, and the evolution of Michigan CRE over the last five years. George also delves into the impact of macroeconomic shifts, political events, and technological advancements on the industry. Listen in to discover strategies for navigating challenges in commercial real estate and hear parting advice from George, along with information on how to connect with him for further insights.


    • Meet George Abro: Background and Career Beginnings
    • Early Career Challenges and Lessons Learned
    • Work Ethic and Daily Practices
    • Creating Value and Building Relationships
    • Memorable Transactions and Success Stories
    • Supporting New Brokers and Ongoing Education
    • The Importance of Continuous Learning
    • Market Trends and Industry Shifts
    • Michigan's Unique Market Dynamics
    • Impact of Macroeconomic Shifts
    • The Role of Brokers in a Tech-Driven World
    • Rapid Fire Questions and Advice
    • Final Thoughts and Contact Information

    About George Abro:

    George is a principal at Altitude Commercial Real Estate. Specializing in investment sales, he is focused on representing landlords and implementing strategies that assure sellers are not leaving money on the table.

    George has closed on notable deals across the country including representing clients on multiple 8 figure transactions. He is a certified commercial investment member with the CCIM institute, an active member of ICSC, and Chaldean Chamber of Commerce.

    George is passionate about the industry and his love for commercial real estate has helped his clients make decisions that produce long term success. Outside of the office, George helps coach youth wrestling.

    If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter and enjoy the next podcast delivered straight to your inbox.

    For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.

    Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse 500,000+ available commercial properties for sale and lease.

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  • Women of Influence Podcast Series: Julie Baird & Shayna Platt
    Oct 23 2024
    This is the Women of Influence Podcast series, delivering next level insights and expertise live from GlobeSt.’s Women of Influence Conference.The Women of Influence Podcast Series is an exclusive mini-series of The Crexi Podcast, an insider’s look at all things commercial real estate, produced in collaboration with GlobeSt. The Crexi team visited Women of Influence and recorded in Lake Tahoe, California, from the floor of the conference, highlighting movers and shakers in commercial real estate. The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with some of the top professionals in the space. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate. In this episode, Crexi’s Shanti Ryle sits with Julie Baird, President of First American Exchange Company, and Shayna Platt, Senior Director, ESG, at BioMed Realty, to cover wide-ranging topics, including:Introduction to the Crexi PodcastMeet Julie Baird: A Leader in Real EstateJulie's Career JourneyBuilding a Collaborative CultureChallenges and AchievementsMeeting People Where They AreCreating a Collaborative CultureAdvice for Young LeadersBuilding Trust and CollaborationChallenges and Opportunities for Women in LeadershipIndustry-Wide Efforts for DiversityConclusion and Contact InformationShayna Platt's Journey into ESGUniversity Influence and Early CareerRole at BioMed RealtyUnderstanding ESG in Commercial Real EstateChallenges in Implementing ESG PracticesGaining Internal Buy-In and EngagementPositive Outcomes and Executive SupportFuture Trends in Life Sciences Real EstateThe Importance of Accurate ESG DataAdvice for Young Professionals in ESGConnecting and Mentoring in ESGClosing RemarksAbout Julie Baird:Julie Baird is President of First American Exchange Company. She leverages people centered leadership practices to foster an organizational culture of collaboration, transparency, and trust, with employees reporting high job satisfaction while delivering record setting financial results.A fierce advocate for elevating female voices within the CRE industry, Julie has been a member of GlobeSt Woman of Influence speaking faculty since its inception and was awarded as a Woman of Influence in 2023; she was awarded First American’s DPK Circle of Excellence Award in 2022, a recognition given to a very small number of the highest achieving employees in the entire organization of nearly 20,000 employees, and Julie was invited to participate in First American’s Women in Leadership class of 2021 and selected by her class as a presenter to the First American Financial executive team.Julie is a past President of the Federation of Exchange Accommodators and is past Director for CREW Denver. She is a frequent speaker and author on 1031 exchange and industry related topics.Julie is a former Chair of the Executive Committee of the Real Property Law Section of the State Bar of California and she is the prior Managing Editor of the California Real Property Journal. In 2009, Julie was named as one of the "Top 20 Under 40" real estate professionals by the Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) Network. Prior to joining First American, Julie was a real estate attorney in San Francisco.About Shayna Platt:Shayna Platt is the Senior Director of Environmental Social Governance (ESG) at BioMed Realty. A Blackstone Real Estate portfolio company, BioMed Realty is a leading provider of real estate solutions to the life science and technology industries. BioMed owns and operates high quality life science real estate comprising 15.9 million square feet concentrated in leading innovation markets throughout the United States and United Kingdom, including Boston/Cambridge, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, Boulder and Cambridge, U.K. In addition, BioMed maintains a premier development platform with 2.5 million square feet of Class A properties in active construction to meet the growing demand of the life science industry.About GlobeSt. Women of Influence: The Women of Influence Conference is an exclusive two-day event that celebrates the women who drive the commercial real estate industry forward. These influential leaders will discuss the critical issues facing CRE now and in the future, what it means to be a woman in business today and how women CRE leaders can uplift and support each other on their journey to the top. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter and enjoy the next podcast delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog. Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse 500,000+ available commercial properties for sale and lease. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://...
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