How I Got My Job

Hosted by Dean Atkins & Bea Thevenot

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Jul 2026

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The podcast “How I Got My Job” is hosted by Bea Thevenot and Dean Atkins and they take you through a lively Q&A with a commercial real estate leader. Each episode is approximately 30-minutes long and listeners can expect to hear stories of failure, triumph, and basic survival. The hard-won wisdom and tips make “How I Got My Job” a can’t miss for commercial real estate first-timers.

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July 21, 2026Episode 1741 min

Ep.17 Christine Mays – Callan

Christine shares her path from an English major with no finance background to Senior Vice President, Real Assets Management at Callan, highlighting how curiosity, persistence, and relationship-building shaped each step of her career. She illustrates how networking, continuous learning, and a willingness to ask for help opened doors—even when opportunities didn’t yet exist. Find resources and notes for this episode here: https://coffeeconnectors.com/video/ep16-selin-amado-penn-office-investments Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@CoffeeConnectors Check out the Coffee Connectors website for more resources: https://www.coffeeconnectors.com

August 5, 2025Episode 1650 min

Ep.16 Selin Amado - Penn Office of Investments

Explore "the art of the pivot" with Selin Amado, Director at Penn Office of Investments, as she shares her thoughtful career journey through new opportunities and interests. Embracing one's own evolution, not planning too far ahead, and building a trusted alumni network are just a few of her secrets for success! Find resources and notes for this episode here: https://coffeeconnectors.com/video/ep16-selin-amado-penn-office-investments Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@CoffeeConnectors Check out the Coffee Connectors website for more resources: https://www.coffeeconnectors.com

January 14, 2025Episode 1552 min

Ep.15 Nancy Lashine – Park Madison Partners

Nancy Lashine, founder of Park Madison Partners, shares her New York City career story and endless insights on how she found her business passions and built a dynamic network, all while navigating a growing family, market setbacks and evolving partnerships. Find resources and notes for this episode here: https://coffeeconnectors.com/video/ep15-nancy-lashine-park-madison-partners Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@CoffeeConnectors Check out the Coffee Connectors website for more resources: https://www.coffeeconnectors.com

December 11, 2024Episode 141 hr 0 min

Ep.14 Michael O'Malley – University of Notre Dame

Hear the remarkable tales of entrepreneurship and career moves of Michael O’Malley, former principal of Pennybacker Capital, who now brings his incredible insight and wisdom to students at the Fitzgerald Institute for Real Estate, University of Notre Dame. Find resources and notes for this episode here: https://coffeeconnectors.com/video/ep14-michael-omalley-university-notre-dame Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@CoffeeConnectors Check out the Coffee Connectors website for more resources: https://www.coffeeconnectors.com

June 25, 2024Episode 1353 min

Ep.13 Anar Chudgar – Artemis Real Estate Partners

Anar Chudgar, Co-President of Artemis Real Estate Partners sits down with us for an honest conversation about shedding perceptions, focusing on your own performance and how mentoring relationships are really built. Find resources and notes for this episode here: https://coffeeconnectors.com/video/ep13-anar-chudgar-artemis-real-estate-partners Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@CoffeeConnectors Check out the Coffee Connectors website for more resources: https://www.coffeeconnectors.com

May 7, 2024Episode 1244 min

Ep.12 Jon Martin – AEW Capital Management

Take a page out of Jon Martin’s playbook and learn how to approach internal networking, growth, and opportunity within an organization. Jon reviews his path to CEO at AEW Capital Management, LP—one of the largest investment management firms in the world—and reminds us just how powerful your first impression can be. Find resources and notes for this episode here: https://coffeeconnectors.com/video/ep12-jon-martin-aew-capital-management Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@CoffeeConnectors Check out the Coffee Connectors website for more resources: https://www.coffeeconnectors.com

April 9, 2024Episode 1139 min

Ep.11 Massiel Flores – 2023 Opportunity Intern

Massiel Flores, a successful first gen student, shares her experiences being a Connectee with Coffee Connectors, a 2023 Opportunity Intern at NorthBridge, and landing a brand-new job at Partners Capital! Hear Massiel’s thoughtful insights and tips about getting to know the people around you, being genuine, and making yourself useful. Find resources and notes for this episode here: https://coffeeconnectors.com/video/ep11-massiel-flores-2023-opportunity-intern Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@CoffeeConnectors Check out the Coffee Connectors website for more resources: https://www.coffeeconnectors.com

March 12, 2024Episode 1049 min

Ep.10 Hillary Shine – Shine Associates

This episode is packed with tips and insight from Hillary Shine, the founder of Shine Associates, a real estate executive search and advisory firm. Hillary discusses the value of soft and hard skills, training programs at large banking and CRE firms, and becoming more self-aware about your skills and interests. Hear priceless pointers on interviewing, how to be more memorable, and what to expect in 2024 hiring trends. Find resources and notes for this episode here: https://coffeeconnectors.com/video/ep10-hillary-shine-shine-associates Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@CoffeeConnectors Check out the Coffee Connectors website for more resources: https://www.coffeeconnectors.com

February 27, 2024Episode 938 min

Ep.9 Amanda Strong – MIT Investment Company

Amanda Strong joins us from MIT Investment Management Company (MITIMCo). Deeply shaped by her military family roots, and the network infrastructure that college provided, Amanda discovered a love of entrepreneurship and business, and was able to follow her passions, build relationships and expertise, and most importantly, recognize when to take chances. Amanda encourages first-generation students to use their unique backgrounds to their advantage, to have the courage to speak up, and bring a new perspective to the table. Find resources and notes for this episode here: https://coffeeconnectors.com/video/ep9-amanda-strong-mitimco Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@CoffeeConnectors Check out the Coffee Connectors website for more resources: https://www.coffeeconnectors.com

February 6, 2024Episode 839 min

Ep.8 Peter Braffman - GCM Grosvenor

Peter Braffman, Managing Director at GCM Grosvenor, shares his journey from pre-med to Wall Street to commercial real estate to law school, with one fateful train ride, and a plan to convince his parents to give him a chance! Peter reminds us that CRE is an apprenticeship business, and working in a culture that supports growth, keeping open to new opportunities, and always doing your research are critical ingredients to finding your best role in the industry. Find resources and notes for this episode here: https://coffeeconnectors.com/video/ep8-peter-braffman-gcm-grosvenor Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@CoffeeConnectors Check out the Coffee Connectors website for more resources: https://www.coffeeconnectors.com