NAIOP Podcast: Inside CRE

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Inside CRE features interviews with commercial real estate leaders who share industry and career insights. NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, is the development industry’s leading source for education, advocacy and connections that drive your business forward. Inside CRE is brought to you by Majestic Realty. To learn more about NAIOP and join a network of over 21,000 commercial real estate professionals, visit www.naiop.org.

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June 8, 2026Episode 1035 min

Leo Addimando, Alterra Property Group

Marc sits down with Leo Addimando, cofounder and CEO of Alterra Property Group, to explore the rise of industrial outdoor storage (IOS) from an overlooked niche to one of commercial real estate’s fastest-growing sectors. Addimando explains how IOS has evolved into an institutional asset class, the role of zoning and location strategy, and why infrastructure spending, e-commerce and the data center boom are fueling demand. He also discusses the operational realities of IOS, the challenges new investors face entering the space, and why he believes IOS remains in the early innings of long-term growth. Recorded on May 7, 2026.

May 26, 2026Episode 930 min

Special Episode: Opportunity Zones 2.0

In this episode, Angel Rice and Dave Sobochan of Cohen & Co. join us to discuss the evolution of the Opportunity Zone program and the transition to Opportunity Zones 2.0. They break down how the program works, the tax incentives driving investment, the uncertainty surrounding new census tract designations, and how investors and developers are planning for 2027 and beyond. The conversation also explores IRS guidance, emerging deal structures, state-level strategies, and why Opportunity Zones are expected to play an even bigger role in commercial real estate over the next decade. Recorded on May 14, 2026.

May 11, 2026Episode 827 min

Chad Lavender, Newmark

In this episode, Chad Lavender, president of capital markets for North America at Newmark, breaks down today’s commercial real estate landscape, calling it a constructive market driven by strong debt liquidity and smarter capital. He explores recovery signals across asset classes – from tightening industrial supply to surging interest in retail, senior housing and data centers – while highlighting pricing trends and investor behavior. Lavender also unpacks challenges for developers, the rise of private credit, and the growing impact of AI on real estate demand, offering a grounded, forward-looking view on where opportunities lie. Recorded on April 13, 2026.

April 27, 2026Episode 746 min

Entrepreneur and Venture Capitalist Leonard Brody

In this episode, Marc sits down with I.CON West keynote speaker, techno-economist and venture capitalist Leonard Brody to unpack the supercycle shaping today’s global economy. Drawing on 300 years of history, Brody explains how major shifts – often driven by technology – trigger waves of uncertainty, disruption and ultimately growth. He argues that AI is the defining force of this cycle, accelerating change faster than ever while reshaping work, society and geopolitics. Despite near-term volatility, Brody emphasizes that history points to long-term economic expansion. He also shares why critical thinking and pattern recognition are essential skills in a “post-truth” era – and how leaders can navigate disruption without falling behind. Recorded on April 2, 2026.

April 20, 2026Episode 616 min

Jordan Lott, Lake Washington Partners

In this episode, Jordan Lott, president and CEO of family-owned Lake Washington Partners, shares how his firm blends industrial roots with diversified investments across multifamily and mixed-use, with a growing presence and perspective that extends nationally. He discusses the company’s long-term, family-driven strategy, disciplined approach in today’s high-rate environment, and outlook on the industrial and multifamily sectors. Lott also offers insights on navigating entitlement challenges, pairing data with experience in decision-making, and why patience and long-term thinking are key to succeeding in the next real estate cycle. Recorded on March 18, 2026.

March 30, 2026Episode 538 min

Gina Baker Chambers, MCB Real Estate

Gina Baker Chambers, president of MCB Real Estate, joins us for this episode, discussing her transition from institutional investor to operator and MCB’s rapid growth to over $4 billion in assets, 22 million square feet across all sectors and holdings in 40 states. The firm has been in the headlines recently for its role in Baltimore’s resurgence, advancing major projects including the $1 billion redevelopment of Harborplace on the city’s Inner Harbor waterfront. Chambers emphasizes how trust, transparency and creative capital structuring are key to delivering complex projects like Harborplace, and shares MCB’s strategy of aligning investor returns with long-term community impact. Recorded on March 18, 2026.

March 9, 2026Episode 430 min

Carleton Riser, Transwestern

In this episode, Marc sits down with Carleton Riser, president of Transwestern Development, for a deep dive into development strategy, market timing, and how capital is navigating today’s multifamily and mixed use landscape. Carleton reflects on lessons from past cycles – from the dot com bust to the Great Financial Crisis to COVID – and shares how those insights shape his decision making today. He breaks down the fundamentals driving successful projects, what investors are prioritizing, and how developers can position themselves for the next upcycle. Recorded on Feb. 18, 2026.

February 23, 2026Episode 351 min

Jonathan Martin, POLITICO

Joining us on our 50th episode of Inside CRE is Jonathan Martin, politics bureau chief and senior political columnist at POLITICO. A veteran of the New York Times and co-author of the bestseller “This Will Not Pass,” Jonathan has spent his career in the rooms where decisions happen and often where they fall apart. He joins NAIOP Senior Vice President for Government Affairs Aquiles Suarez to talk about the shrinking political center, pros and cons of term limits, and why the 2028 midterms will be “a reckoning” for both Democrats and Republicans. Recorded on Feb. 10, 2026.

February 9, 2026Episode 234 min

Rick Tollakson, Hubbell Realty Company

In this episode, Marc sits down with longtime Hubbell Realty Company CEO Rick Tollakson to discuss four decades of leadership, growth and transformation in the real estate industry. Rick, also the author of the recently published book, “Think Bigger, Lead Better,” shares the origins of his “Eight to Great” leadership framework, the key market signals he watches, and how a stare down with a nun challenged him to think bigger. From fostering entrepreneurialism to mastering process improvement, he outlines the principles he believes successful developers need most. He closes with the legacy he hopes to leave: a culture rooted in continuous improvement, having fun and giving back. Recorded on Jan. 29, 2026.

January 26, 2026Episode 141 min

Celeste Tanner, 2026 NAIOP Chair

In this conversation, 2026 NAIOP Chair Celeste Tanner, co-founder, president and chief development officer of Confluent Development, shares the leadership principles that have shaped her career in the collaborative world of commercial real estate. She discusses why stepping outside your comfort zone unlocks opportunity, how empowering experts leads to better decisions and details the “breakout evolutionary cycle” she sees ahead for CRE. She outlines her priorities as chair, including changing public perception of the industry and fostering connections between members across cities, states and provinces. She also lands a punchline about what happens when you put a developer, an architect and a contractor in a room. Recorded on Jan. 15, 2026.