The Walker Webcast

Dr. Peter Linneman, Leading Economist, discusses inflation projections, job growth, GDP growth expectations, immigration, household wealth, asset classes, economic growth, and climate change. Topics include interest rate sensitivity, household debt impact, financial trends, real estate analysis, and the role of economic growth in environmental solutions.

Former President of the University of Michigan, Mary Sue Coleman, discusses leadership lessons, affirmative action impact, athletics in higher education, free speech policies, and challenges facing university presidents on The Walker Webcast.

Willy was joined by Gregory Makoff, a Senior Fellow at the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government at the Harvard Kennedy School and an expert on sovereign debt management.He previously worked as a banker specializing in debt restructuring, advised the U.S. Department of the Treasury, and recently authored a book, Default: The Landmark Court Battle over Argentina’s $100 Billion Debt Restructuring.He and Willy discussed the details of Argentina’s decades-long sovereign debt litigation, the U.S. financial situation and what we can learn from Argentina to prevent a national crisis, the negative fiscal impact of the growing partisan divide, the U.S. economy’s influence on global debt, and so much more.Watch or listen to the replay.If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of contact. We are all available to answer questions and provide assistance. Additionally, if you have topics you would like covered during one of our future webcasts, we would be happy to take your suggestions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feminist icon Gloria Steinem shares her journey from humble beginnings, fights for gender equality, and reflections on societal norms. Topics include bodily autonomy, pivotal life moments, gender roles evolution, and advice for her younger self.

Movie buff or not, you’re going to want to tune into our latest episode of the Walker Webcast. Willy was joined by award-winning actor Jeffrey Wright. He has won a Tony, Emmy, AFI, Golden Globe, 2024 Indie Spirit Award, and is nominated for an Academy Award this year for his performance in American Fiction. He and Willy discussed the stories behind some of the most memorable films of his career, learning to perform under pressure, the importance of collaboration in the film industry, what’s next for his career, and much more.Watch or listen to the replay.   If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of contact. We are all available to answer questions and provide assistance. Additionally, if you have topics you would like covered during one of our future webcasts, we would be happy to take your suggestions.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast, Rodney Zemmel discusses AI risks and opportunities, upscaling leadership teams, and developing 'soft skills.' They cover AI biases, generative AI, AI algorithms in Rewired, and the impact of APIs on organizational autonomy. The shift to digital transformation in banking is also explored, emphasizing the need for collaboration, tech talent development, and integrating digital capabilities.

Doug Yearley, Chairman and CEO of Toll Brothers, discusses climbing the ranks, lessons from mentor Bob Toll, high retention, future plans. From litigator to builder, land deals, tough times, market dynamics, modular housing challenges, operational efficiencies.

Walker Webcast guests Ivy Zelman, Kris Mikkelsen, and Aaron Appel discuss the potential impacts of loan maturities, value-add vs. opportunistic strategies, trends in asset classes, outlook for 2024, challenges for banks, appraisal cap rates vs. transaction cap rates, single-family housing market outlook, negative leverage, availability of capital, and changing landscape of the financial sector.

Michael Duffy, journalist and opinions editor at large at the Washington Post, discusses anecdotes from his book, encounters with past US presidents, predictions for the 2024 election, and changing dynamics in the Republican Party.

Rob Finlay, a tech innovator, CRE developer, and bestselling author, discusses concepts from his book Beyond the Building including the importance of being data-driven and innovative, understanding and engaging customers, the power of leadership, how to create alpha in your organization, and more.