

How Prologis Became the Largest Industrial Property Owner in the World
Jan 19, 2022
Walt Rakowich, former CEO of Prologis, discusses his pivotal role in reshaping the company from the brink of bankruptcy to the world's largest industrial property owner. He shares insights on Prologis's strategic focus on industrial real estate, especially in e-commerce. Walt reveals the tough decisions made during financial turmoil, including significant property sales, while emphasizing the importance of company culture and transparency. His journey into the industry and lessons on resilience and leadership provide an inspiring look into transformative business practices.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Prologis: Strategic Focus on Industrial Real Estate
01:56 • 14min
Strategic Decisions During Financial Turmoil
16:11 • 3min
Strategic Shifts in Industrial Real Estate
19:03 • 22min
Inspiration and Resilience: The Impact of a Kind Gesture
40:52 • 4min
Empowering Purpose and Vulnerability in Leadership
44:51 • 15min
Closing Insights and Community Engagement
01:00:17 • 2min