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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. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. 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 Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

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.  For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. 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 Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

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. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. 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 Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

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. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. 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 Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

This episode of The Crexi Podcast covers lessons learned from investing in commercial real estate technology with Hunter Dallas of Leon Capital Group.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 Hunter to discuss important lessons learned as an investor in both technology startups and various commercial real estate assets and businesses.  Their wide-ranging conversation covers: Essential things to keep in mind when developing an investment ethos, including how to adapt your strategy over time.Advice for new entrepreneurs and how to continually improve on growth and strategy as startups develop into a fully-fledged organization.Emerging trends in the future of commercial real estate, across asset classes and more general shifts in REIT and private investor behaviors.The role technology is poised to play in shifting how commercial real estate professionals conduct business and complete deals.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 Hunter Dallas:Hunter Dallas serves as Managing Director for the Private Equity division at Leon Capital Group. With an emphasis on healthcare and technology, Hunter is responsible for sourcing platform acquisitions, transaction structuring, strategy execution at the board level, and driving organic and inorganic growth within Leon Capital’s portfolio companies.Prior to Leon Capital, Hunter was at Goldman, Sachs & Co. in the real estate financing group within the Investment Banking Division. At Goldman, Hunter was involved in over $1.5 billion in debt financings, emphasizing structured products in markets across the United States. Prior to Goldman, Hunter worked at Caterpillar Financial in their finance leadership development program, and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Vanderbilt University. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. 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 Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

This episode of The Crexi Podcast covers SIOR and the next generation of CRE professionals with Patrick Sentner, 2022 Global President of SIOR. 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 Patrick to discuss his journey through commercial real estate, all things SIOR, and what the future holds for the next generation of brokers.  Their wide-ranging conversation covers: The importance of developing a solid network of like-minded professionals and the networking and marketing advantages that national groups like NAI and CBRE offer.The day-to-day realities of representing national tenants in retail and office and how to think about acquiring space in a post-COVID landscape.How brokering has become more consultative given COVID-19, the rise of CRE tech, and how building relationships with clients allows brokers to better serve them.SIOR’s vision of making CRE more accessible to new young professionals and the programs it’s put in place to get young people excited and educated about the industry.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 Patrick Sentner:Patrick Sentner, SIOR, serves as Executive Vice President within the Advisory & Transaction Services division of CBRE's Occupier Services Group in Pittsburgh, PA, focused on local user and national Corporate Services tenant representation. With more than 25 years in the CRE industry, Patrick’s vast knowledge of the local market, his ability to quickly and accurately evaluate a prospective tenant’s needs, as well as his connectivity with the brokerage community enable him to guide his clients successfully toward their real estate objectives.Prior to joining CBRE in March 2017, Patrick was Founding Principal at Colliers International - Pittsburgh and NAI Pittsburgh Commercial, where he specialized in directing office, industrial and user representation, while also playing an integral role in overall corporate services. During his real estate tenure, he was also Vice President at Oxford Development Company. Patrick has been a member of SIOR for 19 years and has served in various leadership roles throughout the organization, currently as the Global President-Elect -- and as of Fall 2021, Global President. He also sits on the SIOR Board of Directors, the Western PA Chapter, and The SIOR Foundation Board of Trustees. Patrick has also received various accolades throughout his career, including the Colliers International’s Everest Award for Top Performance four times, NAI Global’s Top Performer Award three times, and NAI Global’s Vision Award, to name a few.  For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. 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 Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

This episode of The Crexi Podcast discusses the journey of launching a commercial investment firm with Aaron Zucker, Founder of Zucker Investment Group.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 chats with Aaron to discuss the benefits and challenges of launching and running your own business, why curiosity is essential as a commercial investor, and what the future looks like for the world of retail.  Their wide-ranging conversation covers:Factors to consider when deciding to jump from a secure paycheck to becoming a commercial real estate entrepreneur.How to develop a commercial property investment ethos and build a good compass for navigating investment decisions.Broader economic trends impacting the CRE landscape, and how retail is poised for a renaissance.The importance of curiosity and continual self-education when working in investment/advisory industries.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 Aaron Zucker:Aaron Zucker is the Founder and Principal at Zucker Investment Group (or ZIG for short), a commercial real estate company specializing in acquiring value-add retail properties. Aaron founded ZIG in 2018 to parlay his passion for property investments into a world-class commercial real estate firm dedicated to creating value for communities and partners alike. Aaron is also a franchise owner of American Family Care (AFC), a business obsessed with the idea of helping as many people achieve and maintain health as possible, as quickly as possible, in the safest way possible. They opened their first clinic in Fall 2020 in Fuquay Varina, NC, and plan to open more clinics in the upcoming year. In his spare time, Aaron is also the host of the Limitless Podcast, speaking with commercial real estate's most successful players to learn how moved from being a Joe Schmo to CEO. Aaron earned both his Bachelor's in Communications and his Masters from the University of Alabama. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. 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 Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

This episode of The Crexi Podcast discusses the importance of building a CRE network with Timothy S. Blair, President of CCIM Institute. 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 chats with Tim, Principal at Shannon Waltchack and President of CCIM Institute. They talk about how CCIM provides both education and networking opportunities for its members, as well as the importance of cultivating relationships in CRE.  Their wide-ranging conversation covers: The community of shared education and interests CCIM offers to its members and what it means to carry a CCIM designation.How technology is reshaping the relationships between brokers and other CRE players and how CCIM helped its members adapt during the pandemic.The most essential pieces of advice Tim would share with young brokers entering the industry.Classes and scholarships available for students, veterans, and others interested in joining the commercial real estate 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 Timothy S. Blair:Blair leads Shannon Waltchack’s commercial real estate capital preservation fund which is focused on purchasing neighborhood centers in affluent communities with necessity-based service tenants. A veteran real estate professional, Blair has been in the industry for more than 25 years and has served as a principal at Shannon Waltchack since 2010.He currently serves on CCIM Institute’s national board of directors and is the CCIM Institute’s 2021 Global President. In addition, Blair was the 2017 National Association of Realtors Commercial Advocate of the Year and is also a Life Member of the Birmingham Association of Realtors’ Commercial Million Dollar Sales Club. Blair received his bachelor’s degree from Colorado College and his MBA from University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business.Blair is actively involved in multiple local non-profits, having most recently served as Chairman of the Board for the Birmingham Metro YMCA Association in 2019 & 2020. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. 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 Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

This episode of The Crexi Podcast  dives deep into the latest in commercial lending with Amber Sefert of Trimont Real Estate Services.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 chats with Amber to discuss how the financial sector responded to COVID-19 and  current trends in the world of commercial real estate lending.  Their wide-ranging conversation covers:What measures Trimont and the greater CRE lending sector took to manage early pandemic-related closures, working with owners and tenants.The importance of clear, ongoing communication between lender and owner as a means to resolve specific issues.How government support kept many owners/operators afloat, particularly compared to the 2008 financial crisis.What the path to economic recovery looks like, and what the future holds for those who need or needed rent forbearance as markets reopen.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 Amber Sefert:Amber Sefert serves as Managing Director, Credit & Asset Management for Trimont Real Estate Advisors. Based in Dallas, she oversees performing and non-performing asset management teams. Combined, her teams manage approximately $4 billion in UPB. Throughout her career, Amber has managed distressed and performing portfolios for various servicers. She has restructured defaulted debt, worked on receiver appointments, completed foreclosures/DILs, confirmed bankruptcy plans, and managed/sold REO assets. In addition to the above, she has overseen large mezzanine positions, underwritten new debt (senior housing), and serviced performing debt.Ms. Sefert has worked in various asset management positions for the past 15 years. Before joining Trimont, she worked for C-III Asset Management and J.E. Robert Company in their Special Servicing departments. While there, she resolved $380 million in defaulted CMBS loans through various exit strategies. She has underwritten more than $800 million in Healthcare/Senior Living mortgages for Prudential Mortgage Capital Company. She also worked for Prudential Asset Management, servicing a $650 million performing debt portfolio. Before Prudential, she worked for Washington Mutual as a financial analyst. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. 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 Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

This episode of The Crexi Podcast deep dives into the Las Vegas market with Adam Malan and Deana Marcello of LOGIC Commercial Real Estate.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of commercial real estate in conversation with top CRE professionals in the industry. 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 and Bob Drury chat with Adam and Deana about all things Las Vegas commercial real estate, including how COVID-19 did (or didn't) impact the region and what makes Las Vegas an attractive investment option for buyers and tenants. Their wide-ranging conversation covers:How Las Vegas proved its resilience during the pandemic and what fundamentals set the market up for success.The top-performing submarkets in Las Vegas MSA and where demand is at its highest.The surprising boom of retail and consumer spending in post-COVID Las Vegas, demographic gains, and the diversification of Las Vegas’ economy.Advice for new investors seeking to enter Las Vegas commercial real estate and take advantage of the region’s business-friendly tax policies.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 Adam Malan:Adam Malan and his partners founded LOGIC Commercial Real Estate in August 2015, a company of over 75 CRE professionals specializing in brokerage, property management, and capital markets. Adam offers clients more than 17 years of commercial real estate experience with career transactions totaling over $1B. He specializes in commercial REO, tenant and landlord representation, investment and owner/user sales, land acquisition, and development. In 2020, Adam was named NAIOP Southern Nevada's Retail Broker of the Year.Adam has resided in Las Vegas, NV, since 1988 and developed deep local connections within the real estate/business community and the region's various political municipalities. Adam is an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and has previously served on the board of directors for NAIOP's Southern Nevada chapter.About Deana Marcello:Deana started her career in the commercial real estate industry 11 years ago as a Brokerage Associate and has earned her way to serving as an Executive Vice President at LOGIC Commercial Real Estate. Deana specializes in retail assets and is well-respected by a prestigious client roster of institutional owners/investors, national credit retailers, and special servicers such as LNR Partners, Starwood, CW Capital, Greystone, Brixton, Midland, Starbucks Coffee Company, Chili's Grill & Bar, Maggiano's, Raising Cane's, and Noodles & Company, along with private high net worth investors. Deana is a partner of the Malan Marcello Retail & Investment Advisors, the top-performing team at LOGIC Commercial Real Estate. She has been recognized as NAIOP Southern Nevada's Retail Broker of the Year for 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2020 and has set several local and national records for retail investment sale prices and cap rates. Most recently, Deana was recognized as Connect Media's "Next Generation" award winner. Deana is a graduate of NAIOP Southern Nevada's Developing Leaders Institute, and she continues to give back. She takes pride in serving on committees, boards, and panels because it helps grow the NAIOP youth and prepares them to be lifelong, active members. Deana's most recent volunteering accomplishment is helping unveil Las Vegas' newest non-profit charity: Project Marilyn. She's also helped raise funds for the Suicide Prevention Hotline and American Cancer Society.  For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi’s blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. 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 Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.