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Thesis Driven Leader Series

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Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 5min

Author Charles Marohn on How to Fix Cities

Author Charles Marohn, an advocate for redesigning cities for livability, discusses the future of cities, emphasizing design and policy interventions. He explores the role of technology and how real estate developers can create better places. Marohn's insights are relevant for anyone interested in innovating in urban design.
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Apr 17, 2024 • 56min

Secrets of a Placemaker: Our Interview with Stephanie Blake

Stephanie Blake, CEO of Skylight, discusses placemaking activations to bring vibrancy and community to real estate. She emphasizes the importance of studying the history and context of spaces. Skylight's projects include NY Fashion Week, food festivals, and concerts, creating extraordinary experiences in unique spaces.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 48min

Zillow Founder Spencer Rascoff on Building & Investing in the Future of Proptech

Real estate tech pioneer Spencer Rascoff discusses the future of Proptech, opportunities in real estate, the impact of AI, and his experience as an investor. The conversation touches on the DOJ lawsuit, entrepreneurial ventures, fractional ownership, climate change, and future trends in real estate technology.
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Apr 3, 2024 • 46min

Rise of the Rest: the Thesis Driving Steve Case

Steve Case, a tech pioneer, discusses 'The Rise of the Rest' investing thesis focusing on cities outside traditional tech hubs. Topics include rising cities, policy-driven startups, and real estate innovation. Case's vision for economic growth and job creation in diverse locations is explored.
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Mar 27, 2024 • 55min

Proptech Then and Now: Insights and Advice from Founder Caren Maio

Caren Maio, proptech expert, shares insights on differentiating startups in today's tech-savvy real estate market. She discusses common mistakes of real estate tech companies, advice for entrepreneurs, and the fundraising environment. Her practical insights are valuable for product leaders in any tech startup.
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Mar 20, 2024 • 1h 7min

A Vision for Cities: A Conversation with Dan Doctoroff

Dan Doctoroff shares his 30-year journey shaping NYC with projects like Highline and Hudson Yards. He discusses tackling complex initiatives, advice for entrepreneurs, and the importance of storytelling. The conversation ends with his dedication to ALS research and funding.
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Mar 13, 2024 • 1h

Investor Dave Eisenberg on Founding, Funding and Growing Proptech Startups

Investor Dave Eisenberg discusses the challenges of decoupling investment in real estate tech startups, the importance of humility in founders, and the need for a balanced investment approach in the proptech industry. The podcast also explores innovative home buying solutions, the future of cities with technology and sustainability, and the impact of urban regulations on city transformation.
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Mar 6, 2024 • 48min

The Past, Present & Future of Real Estate Crowdfunding with RealtyMogul Founder Jilliene Helman

Jilliene Helman, founder of RealtyMogul, discusses the success of real estate crowdfunding, reaching $1 billion in investments, educating new customers, unique landscape of real estate investing, and the importance of individual investors. The conversation explores strategic decisions, challenges in serving retail vs institutional investors, recent acquisitions in the industry, and the impact of AI in real estate investment. They also touch upon the Crowd Street Nightingale fiasco, entrepreneur advice, future of AI, rent control impact, and city investment preferences.
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Feb 28, 2024 • 1h 1min

How to Build a City from Scratch: A Conversation with Jan Sramek, Founder of California Forever

Discover how Jan Sramek is building a new city in California with $900 million from Silicon Valley, facing challenges like regulatory hurdles and a November ballot. Topics include housing solutions, transportation strategies, winning investors, and design for a sustainable urban center.
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Feb 21, 2024 • 53min

Building Vibrant Cities: MaryAnne Gilmartin’s Insights for Developers, Investors and Policy Makers

MaryAnne Gilmartin discusses the Baltimore Peninsula project, urban development challenges in NYC, honoring unsung heroes in real estate, and the impact of AI on sustainable cities.

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