Leading Voices in Real Estate

Michael Covarrubias, Chairman and Co-CEO of TMG Partners and Cyrus Sanandaji, Founder and CEO of Presidio Bay Ventures share what is really happening to real estate in San Francisco and drill down into the underlying political backdrop.

Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody's Analytics, discusses the challenges of interest rates normalization in commercial real estate, risks to a soft landing in the market, and the impact of remote work on urban centers. He also explores the changing dynamics of the workforce and provides valuable advice for young people entering the economy and real estate business.

Daniel Radek, President of First Washington Realty, discusses the resilience of necessity retail during COVID-19, the benefits of diverse grocery stores, challenges of merging cultures, authority and delegation, history and role of a chief of staff, building trust and partnerships, analysis of the retail season, and the importance of context in decision-making.

Deb Harmon, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, and Anar Chudgar, Co-President of Artemis, discuss finding opportunity in the market, the 'force multiplier' effect of investing through emerging managers, successful collaborations with operating partners, challenges in fundraising, market conditions and opportunities, middle market investment strategy, challenges faced by female CEOs, and advice for young professionals in real estate.

Amanda Fajak, President of ZRG culture consulting group, Walking the Talk, and Larry Krema, Managing Director in the Real Estate Practice of ZRG, discuss how to create an actionable strategy for company culture.

Rick Caruso, founder and Executive Chairman of Caruso®, discusses his evolution in the real estate business, creating unique retail properties like The Grove. He emphasizes the importance of excellent customer service and creating a positive guest experience. The chapter also explores his expansion into apartments, hospitality, and office building ownership. Additionally, it highlights his involvement in public service, addressing homelessness, and his philanthropic work in healthcare and education. Valuable advice for young people entering the real estate industry is shared, along with the role of innovation.

Stephanie Biernbaum, Chief People Officer of Hines, and Doug Holte, CEO of EXP by Hines, discuss change, innovation and striving to be a "beloved brand."

Scott Rechler, Chairman and CEO of RXR, discusses office space, the current market downturn, value of civic leadership, revitalizing suburban cities, challenges in real estate industry, benefits of having investors as partners, portfolio composition, impact of public infrastructure on quality of life, and the consequences of changing interest rates on real estate.

Colin Connolly, President and CEO of Cousins Properties, details their outperformance in Sun Belt trophy lifestyle offices and the broader office market.

Caroline Johns, Pembroke’s Director of Sustainability, details their long-term perspective on sustainability investments and resilient real estate assets.