The Crexi Commercial Real Estate Podcast | CRE Insights & Strategies Coldwell Banker's Dan Spiegel on Building CRE Teams for AI Disruption & Market Shifts
Coldwell Banker Commercial’s Dan Spiegel shares leadership lessons, franchise network strategy, tech adoption tips, and his 2026 CRE outlook.
The Crexi Podcast connects commercial real estate (CRE) professionals with industry insights built for smart decision-making. In each episode, we explore the latest trends, innovations and opportunities shaping commercial real estate, because we believe knowledge should move at the speed of ambition and every conversation should empower professionals to act with greater clarity and confidence.
In this episode, host Shanti Ryle sits down with Dan Spiegel, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Coldwell Banker Commercial, to discuss the latest trends, insights, and strategies in the commercial real estate industry. They explore Dan's journey into the industry, his perspectives on leadership and mentorship, and the unique dynamics of secondary and tertiary markets.
They also delve into the importance of building connections within a decentralized franchise model, the adoption of new technologies like AI, and expectations for various asset classes in the coming year. Dan highlights the significance of maintaining respectful and positive relationships as a guiding principle in both business and life.
- Introduction to The Crexi Podcast
- Guest Introduction: Dan Spiegel
- Dan Spiegel's Background and Career Journey
- The Appeal of City Life
- Early Challenges in Commercial Real Estate
- Balancing Art and Science in Real Estate
- Mentorship and Leadership Insights
- Coldwell Banker Commercial's Unique Approach
- Fostering Connections and Communication
- Embracing Technology and AI in Real Estate
- Evaluating New Technologies
- Adoption Challenges in Real Estate
- Balancing Innovation and Tradition
- Advice for Brokers on Adopting Tools
- Strategic Time Management
- Market Trends in Secondary and Tertiary Markets
- Investment Insights and Trends
- Looking Ahead to 2026
- Final Thoughts and Advice
- Conclusion and Contact Information
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