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

This episode of The Crexi Podcast examines what's next for digital auctions and real estate with Brandy Smith and Sonya Bokano of Crexi's Transactions team.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of commercial real estate in conversation with top industry professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests, tapping into their wealth of expertise and exploring the latest trends in the world of commercial real estate. In this episode, Crexi's Yannis Papadakis sits down with Brandy, Crexi’s Head of Institutional Sales, and Sonya, Crexi's Head of Operations/Transactions, to learn more about the changing landscape of commercial property auctions  and how technology is transforming the space to simplify and popularize participation. Their wide-ranging conversation covers:Historical sentiment around auction processes in real estate and how that sentiment has changed over recent years.How CRE technology has made commercial property auctions more transparent and accessible, inviting more players into the space.What elements of the auction process make it a more viable method for selling and acquiring commercial property, including certainty of close, earnest money deposits, and upfront due diligence.What they’re most excited about coming up in the CRE auction space.The journey to become female leaders in commercial real estate and important lessons learned along the way.And much more! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties.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 About Brandy Smith:Brandy Smith is a commercial real estate professional with 23 years of business experience, primarily within the commercial division of large financial institutions. Through a series of acquisition opportunities in the financial industry, Brandy worked with JPMorgan Chase Bank for 16 years in a variety of leadership roles. Brandy transitioned into a business development role at Auction.com, now Ten-X, in 2011 and quickly elevated into a sales leadership position, guiding the institution through a series of acquisition opportunities in the financial industry. Brandy now works with Crexi as the role of Head of Institutional Sales where in 2021, she successfully helped close all institutional deals brought to market, resulting in a 100% sell through rate.   About Sonya Bokano:Sonya Bokano leads Operations, Contract Compliance and Closing for the Transactions team at Crexi. She and her team support internal deal teams, along with broker, buyer, and seller clients, ensuring compliance and execution.  She is known for her hands-on approach and dynamic, passionate delivery while fulfilling the internal/external customer’s needs.She joined Crexi in 2019 bringing 12+ years of commercial real estate and transaction experience.  Co-managing Crexi’s largest Transactions client, Clark County, her expertise covers a broad range of strategic vision, solid execution skills and transaction lifecycle management. She stays well-connected with customers to ensure broad market needs are being incorporated into the product development.Along with her RE licenses, she has several years of formal training coupled with A Six Sigma belt in Project Management.  As a leader, her job is to develop more leaders, and challenge the status quo to improve product quality and obtain greater market share in the industry.  One goal is to grow the female presence in the CRE space opening future opportunities for women who have the desire to be a part of what is an always evolving, fast paced business. 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

This episode of The Crexi Podcast explores how proptech will streamline future CRE investing with Jake Marmulstein, CEO of Groundbreaker Technologies. The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of commercial real estate in conversation with top industry professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests, tapping into their wealth of expertise and exploring the latest trends in the world of commercial real estate.  In this episode, Crexi's Yannis Papadakis sits down with Jake to discuss the story of founding a proptech company and how technologies will define and empower the future of commercial property investing. Their wide-ranging conversation covers: The initial challenges of entering the proptech space and how Groundbreaker overcame those obstacles.How specialized CRE technology works in partnership with investment groups to facilitate operational processes.The importance of intentional team building and empowering new hires to lead as a company grows.Trends in the adoption of commercial real estate technology and how the industry is becoming more confident in its usage.The importance of data in building out AI/machine-learning-powered processes. And much more!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties.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/crexiAbout Jake Marmulstein:Jake is the Founder, President & CEO of the Real Estate Investment Tech SaaS company Groundbreaker Technologies. At Groundbreaker, Jake owns the Company's strategic vision, recruiting, fundraising, and company culture. Before founding the company, Jake held several roles in real estate and technology, supporting the growth of early-stage digital technology ventures. In 2011, he started his real estate career while underwriting distressed hotel investments for Watermark Capital Partners, a private REIT based out of Chicago. He graduated from The Hotel School at Cornell University with a concentration in Real Estate Finance. Before moving to Chicago, Jake lived abroad in Europe, Brazil, and Puerto Rico, learning both Spanish and Portuguese. 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

This episode of The Crexi Podcast explores how digital tools can help brokers establish themselves featuring Tejas Gosai, CEO of Lehigh Valley Private Equity Fund.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of commercial real estate in conversation with top industry professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests, tapping into their wealth of expertise and exploring the latest trends in the world of commercial real estate.  In this episode, Crexi's Ashley Kobovitch chats with Tejas about how he used digital marketing tools to establish himself as a regional leader in the Lehigh Valley commercial real estate sector. Their wide-ranging conversation covers: How to maximize existing digital tools to establish localized and national dominance as a broker.How to overcome preliminary challenges in your career and how early lessons learned are necessary to push towards success.Changing trends in how marketing tools complement traditional sales strategies, rather than replacing them entirely.Evolving investor sentiments surrounding proptech and how technology is used to make investment decisions.Upcoming commercial real estate trends in the Lehigh Valley and beyond in 2022.And much more!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties.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/crexiAbout Tejas Gosai:Tejas Gosai has over twenty years of real estate experience, including development, property management, and commercial finance. Gosai started his career younger than most by earning a bachelor of science degree in less than three years from Ithaca College while double majoring in marketing and legal studies with a minor in economics. He became one of the youngest students of the 2006 class to attain a Juris Doctorate from the Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law. After completing graduate school, Mr. Gosai moved to his hometown, just south of Pittsburgh. He began a series of real estate development projects with a group of physicians, lawyers, and small family offices. With a focus on creating generational wealth for his investors, Tejas constructed, opened, and operated over a dozen major hotels, gas stations, multi-family assets, and developed retail & strip malls totaling over $75MM in real estate holdings.Combining his experiences, Mr. Gosai created one of the fastest-growing commercial real estate firms specifically focused on the Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton markets. He and his firm have closed over $100M in deal volume with an average of 26.4 listing days on market. 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

Today, The Crexi Podcast covers how 2022 will change office acquisitions with David Wheeler and Anthony Trollope of Hartman Income REIT.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of commercial real estate in conversation with top industry professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests, tapping into their wealth of expertise and exploring the latest trends in the world of commercial real estate.  In this episode, Crexi's Ryan Schlesinger sits down with David and Anthony, deep-diving into how the pandemic has changed businesses' needs and how both investors and tenants are preparing for 2022's upcoming office trends. Their wide-ranging conversation covers: How different-sized tenants are approaching their office spacing needs in different Texas metros.What principles guide Hartman's investment strategies in the new year and beyond the pandemic.The influx of businesses to Texas and what the state/local governments are doing right to attract tenants.What makes offices attractive to different-sized tenants, including outdoor spaces, flexible space, and other amenities.What's most exciting ahead about the office sector.And much more! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties.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 About David Wheeler:David Wheeler serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer for Hartman Income REIT Management, Inc. (Hartman) and Hartman Advisors.David has over thirty years of experience in the sale, acquisition, disposition, financing, and leasing of commercial real estate investments. Of his many responsibilities, David sources investment opportunities and oversees ownership transition for shopping centers, office buildings, and industrial properties. He leads the company's capital markets activities, including acquisition, financing, and disposition programs totaling over $1 Billion in transaction activity. He sits on the company's finance committee and spent two years on the firm's leasing committee, during which he directed all DFW leasing activity. He joined Hartman Management in January 2003, following his 16-year tenure with CBRE. During his time at CBRE, David was Vice President in the Investment Services Division where he successfully completed the sale of over nine million square feet of commercial properties throughout the South Central US. David holds an MBA with a concentration in Real Estate from Southern Methodist University and a BS in Civil Engineering with an option in Construction Management from Texas A&M University. About Anthony Trollope:Anthony Trollope is Hartman’s Director of Interactive Marketing and has more than 15 years of digital marketing experience.Before joining Hartman, Mr. Trollope was the Director of Digital Marketing and part of the senior leadership team at AMID, Inc., a Houston, Texas-based company specializing in medical devices. During his time at AMID, Inc., Mr. Trollope was responsible for a 7-figure digital ad budget, led the marketing team, and oversaw operations across web strategy, search marketing, social media, and content marketing.Previously, Mr. Trollope was the founder of Trade Intellect Limited, operator of the largest online B2B wholesale networking community and marketplace in Europe, serving over a quarter of a million members. Under his leadership, Mr. Trollope organically doubled the user base four years consecutively and led the business through to acquisition by private equity.Mr. Trollope is a graduate of the University of Portsmouth, England, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in E-Commerce.  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

This episode of The Crexi Podcast explores what 2022 holds for the multifamily sector with Dan Blackwell, EVP at CBRE.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of commercial real estate in conversation with top industry professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests, tapping into their wealth of expertise and exploring the latest trends in the world of commercial real estate.  In this episode, Crexi's Ashley Kobovitch sits down with Dan to explore both the fundamentals and recent trends surrounding multifamily investment properties, focusing on recent transaction volume and investor mindsets guiding the sector's future. Their wide-ranging conversation covers: What age and classes of properties are changing hands on a region-by-region basis.The differences in investment mindsets between institutional players and private investors.Cap rate changes,investor sentiments, and how current owners can maximize their ROI.The fundamentals of investing in multifamily in Southern California and how pending construction challenges and potential tax-code changes may impact the sector.Early lessons learned working during the Recession and cultivating a resilience mindset as a broker.And much more!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties.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/crexiAbout Dan Blackwell:Dan Blackwell has specialized in Multifamily Investment Sales since 2008 and currently leads the Orange County Multifamily Investment Sales division for CBRE. He and his team have closed over $1 billion in multifamily property sales -- over 350 transactions and growing.  Dan believes an investor's interests are best represented through a relationship founded on trust and strengthened by longevity.  Dan is frequently quoted in the media about his thoughts on multifamily real estate trends and his recent transactions. His YouTube videos and on-camera guest interviews offer investors critical information and insights to help them become better multifamily investors, owners, and managers. Dan graduated from University of North Carolina, Wilmington, with a degree in finance and is a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), Apartment Association of Orange County (AAOC), and Apartment Association, California Southern Cities (AACSC). 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

We’re skipping our regular programming this week, but wanted to take a moment to share our appreciation. It’s that time of year, where business is settling down and we’re all feeling a little extra gratitude for one another. From all of us here at The Crexi Podcast, we extend a full-hearted thank you to all of our listeners. You are what makes this podcast so special, and we couldn’t have done it without your support. Thanks for listening, and get ready for next year – The Crexi Podcast is coming back bigger and better than ever with an exciting roster of CRE experts.  We’ll see you in 2022 – until then, goodbye, stay well, and be sure to tune in next time. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties. 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 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

This episode of The Crexi Podcast peers into the changing landscape of medical offices with Michael Moreno and Rahul Chhajed of Matthews Real Estate.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of commercial real estate in conversation with top industry professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests, tapping into their wealth of expertise and exploring the latest trends in the world of commercial real estate.  In this episode, Crexi's Yannis Papadakis joins Michael and Rahul to better understand the landscape of medical offices, why they’ve become so popular in the last few years, and what investors and brokers alike should know when operating in the space. Their wide-ranging conversation covers:How the medical office sector changed before and during COVID-19 and what trends to watch in 2022.How telehealth and boutique medicine are complementing, rather than competing with, medical offices. The fundamentals of investing in medical offices and what brokers and buyers should keep in mind.What to consider when converting non-performing buildings for medical, including hygienic standards and security measures.Early lessons and tools learned in specialization and how to work with a partner to reach greater success.And much more!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties.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/crexiAbout Michael Moreno:Michael Moreno stands as a leader of the Matthews™ Healthcare Division at Matthews Real Estate Investment Services™ (MREIS). Since 2015, Michael has helped lead, manage, and grow the national healthcare practice with MREIS to become a top transactional division nationwide. The Matthews™ Healthcare Division has successfully transacted with a myriad of clientele, including publicly traded and private REITs, developers, private equity companies, physician groups, single and multi-unit operators, as well as high net-worth investors. In 2019, the agents of Matthews™ Healthcare Division were involved in 130+ transactions totaling over 1 million square feet and more than $270 million.Michael worked previously at both CBRE and Colliers International, selling single tenant net leased retail properties at the beginning of his career. With experience in sales, marketing, and finance, Michael brings a diverse and well-rounded background to better serve his clients' real estate needs.About Rahul Chhajed:Rahul Chhajed stands as a leader of the Matthews™ Healthcare Division at Matthews Real Estate Investment Services™ (MREIS). Since 2015, Michael has helped lead, manage, and grow the national healthcare practice with MREIS to become a top transactional division nationwide. The Matthews™ Healthcare Division has successfully transacted with a myriad of clientele, including publicly traded and private REITs, developers, private equity companies, physician groups, single and multi-unit operators, as well as high net-worth investors. In 2019, the agents of Matthews™ Healthcare Division were involved in 130+ transactions totaling over 1 million square feet and more than $270 million.Rahul has extensive experience selling investment properties with various profiles, including opportunistic, value-add, core-plus, and core assets across the nation. 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

This episode of The Crexi Podcast explores strategies and trends in net lease investments with Landan Dory, VP at Avison Young. The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of commercial real estate in conversation with top industry professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests, tapping into their wealth of expertise and exploring the latest trends in the world of commercial real estate.  In this episode, Crexi's Yannis Papadakis joins Landan to deep-dive into where operators are seeing the most success in the current investment landscape, and how brokers and buyers should think when approaching single tenant net leases. Their wide-ranging conversation covers: The fundamentals of investing in single tenant net leases and the current landscape of trade activity.What investors are looking for in single tenant net lease deals and what factors should be kept in mind when appraising a net lease property.The pros and cons of investing in single tenant net leases and how they can best complement an investment portfolio.What’s next for the future of STNL transaction volume in a post-COVID landscape.Early lessons and tools learned  to form relationships with brokers and principles, and recommendations on setting oneself up for a successful career trajectory.And much more!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties.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/crexiAbout Landan Dory:Landan Dory of Avison Young’s Austin office specializes in the acquisition, disposition and advisory of single-tenant net lease (STNL) assets nationwide. Mr. Dory began his career at Marcus & Millichap where he quickly became a top producer in his region. In his first two years as a broker, Mr. Dory personally completed over $30M in real estate transactions in 14 states earning firm-wide recognition. Landan joined Avison Young in May of 2020 to kickstart the firm's growth and net lease presence in Texas. Mr. Dory is a proud native Texan. He attended Baylor University and graduated with his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance and Corporate Strategy. In this time, he started and operated several small businesses while a full-time student.  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

This episode of The Crexi Podcast analyzes the future of the commercial office sector with Anthony DeLorenzo, EVP with CBRE’s Capital Markets.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of commercial real estate in conversation with top industry professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests, tapping into their wealth of expertise and exploring the latest trends in the world of commercial real estate.  In this episode, Crexi's Matt Cors joins Anthony to discuss the most recent performance and activity in the office sector, what strategic decisions companies are making when acquiring office space, and what the future holds for offices across regional markets. Their wide-ranging conversation covers: How different-sized office tenants are acquiring office space and what strategies are informing their decision-making.What kind of investors are participating in the office market today, and what the landscape looks like in a post-COVID marketplace.How the fundamentals of the office industry have changed in the last decade, cap rate differences, and shifts in the investor mindset.What Anthony is most excited about, as a commercial office broker, for the future of the sector.And much more!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties.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/crexiAbout Anthony DeLorenzo:Anthony DeLorenzo is an Executive Vice President with CBRE Capital Markets based in Newport Beach, California. With over 15 years of experience selling commercial real estate, Anthony co-leads an Investment Properties team responsible for selling Office, Medical Office, Industrial, and Land properties in California, Arizona, and Nevada. Anthony and his team are considered the premier investment sales brokerage team in the Western United States on behalf of institutional clients, high net worth owners and foreign investors.  Anthony's diverse experience covers many property types and deal sizes, ranging from $6 million to $500 million. Anthony has sold over 500 properties for over $6 billion in consideration and won multiple awards and distinctions throughout his career. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Arizona. 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

This episode of The Crexi Podcast explores the revitalization of retail commercial property with Jimmy Slusher, VP at CBRE’s National Retail Partners-West.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of commercial real estate in conversation with top industry professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests, tapping into their wealth of expertise and exploring the latest trends in the world of commercial real estate.  In this episode, Crexi's Matt Cors joins Jimmy to discuss how the retail property sector has admirably recovered in a post-COVID landscape and what trends, investment patterns, and consumer behaviors will influence the future of the sector.  Their wide-ranging conversation covers: The fundamentals between different retail subtypes  and what to keep in mind when evaluating investment opportunities.How retail businesses are adapting to e-commerce and adopting omnichannel and heightened omnichannel experiences.What is most exciting about the post-pandemic retail landscape, including increased consumer spending.The most common mistakes people make when investing in retail assets.And much more!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties.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 About Jimmy Slusher:Jimmy works with CBRE's National Retail Partners-West team to market, execute and close disposition assignments. His brokerage experience and retail background benefit the team in successfully implementing different assignments on behalf of NRP clients. Jimmy advises his clients on the acquisition, disposition, and Section 1031 tax-deferred exchanges of retail investment properties. Jimmy strongly believes in the importance of providing his clients with a "best team on the field" advisory platform, a superior marketing process, and a team approach to ensuring superior results in today's investment market. Jimmy has sold over 213 retail properties with NRP-West, totaling approximately $3.4 billion in value.In 2018, Slusher and NRP-West team closed 67 transactions, valued at approximately $1 billion. Jimmy studied real estate development and finance at the University of Southern California. 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