The Big Apple's CoRe Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Big Apple's CoRe Podcast
The New York City Chapter of CoreNet Global’s newest, interview-style podcast where we discuss unique conversations about what matters most right now in commercial real estate. Each episode will feature business leaders and industry experts, who will share their distinct views and the latest thinking on industry trends while providing necessary information to help you navigate the ever-changing industry of commercial real estate.
Available on Apple Podcast and Spotify.
Welcome to episode 20 of The Big Apple’s CoRe podcast! Join Host Nathan Strieter, Architect and Director with LSM in conversation with members of CoreNet Sustainability Committee, as we celebrate Earth Day.
In real estate development, green principles are far toooften viewed as optional project additions. In this episode the panel advocates that they are in fact integral both to the success of any forward-thinking and profitable project, as well as to fostering a future circular economy. In Part 1 of our 2 Part Discussion we feature, Jonce Walker, Global Director of Sustainability and Wellness at HLW, and Maxime de Scheemaeker, VP of US Sales at JUNNOO, provide perspective on Embodied Carbon in Design and help us identify circular value.
Welcome to episode 20 (Part 2) of The Big Apple’s CoRe podcast!Thomas Baade-Mathisesen, Managing Partner at The Switch & Co, and Eric Brill, Studio Director & Principal at Gensler, provide context and stories about Green Leasing & Market Demand and instilling sustainable principles in practice.
It is an Earth Month episode you won’t want to miss!
On this episode of the Big Apple's CoRe podcast,hosted by Jillian Aurrichio from Innovant, we are joined by Danilo Lucii and Fernando Accame, Design and Project Leads at JLL. Danilo and Fernando sharetheir story about their rise at JLL and how they've succeeded in their careers. Both began their careers overseas and their journey has led them to the Big Apple, where they provide their unique experience and discuss how they are transforming the industry as part of One JLL.
Join host Jillian Aurrichio, Account Executive atInnovant, as she sits down with Kelly Lekic, President at Pax Consulting, and Toni Castellano, former Director of Workplace and Facilities at BlackRock, now Director of Construction at NYU Langone Health in celebration of Women’s History Month. Tune in as they delve into the nuances of real estate management, share personal anecdotes, and discuss the pivotal role of women in shaping the future of the industry.
The Big Apple’s CoRe podcast presents our Career Development series in collaboration with the CoreNet Career Development committee. On this episode, we are joined by Marcus Rayner, Vice Chair at Colliers International and Mindy Williams, Director at Turner and Townsend hosted by Kayla Harris, Facilities and Real Estate Manager at Sompo International.
Marcus and Mindy bring their vast industry experience and knowledge to the discussion to provide insightsand stories about building meaningful relationships throughout their careers. They both offer their unique perspectives and experiences to explain how although they have reached significant levels of success in their careers to date, it started by developing genuine relationships through organizations like CoreNet. Kayla offers her unique perspective as a young professional and inquires about Marcus’s and Mindy’s early career endeavors, identifying key relationships and experiences as significant growing points.
Patrick Steffens is a Director in Avison Young’s New York office. His successful tenant and landlord advocacy practice is owed in part to his holistic and consultative approach in helping clients develop and execute their short and long-term occupancy strategies. Patrick is an emerging leader within Avison Young and in the New York real estate market. Patrick was recognized by the Commercial Observer, a leading real estate publication, as a Top Young Leasing Professional in 2020. A Brooklyn native, Patrick uses his deep-seated, hyperlocal knowledge of New York City to uncover opportunities in the marketplace. Since joining Avison Young in 2015, Patrick has successfully completed transactions in all five New York City boroughs.
In the latest episode of the Big Apple's Core Podcast, Fred Zebro, VP of Architecture & Design at Mohawk Group, hosts John Sadlon, Managing Principal at Perkins and Will.
John's career spans over two decades where he has built a global portfolio, working with Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, and more. In his conversation with The Big Apple’s CoRe podcast John sheds light on the industry's response to reducing office space footprints, enhancing amenities, and fostering employee connectivity as businesses adapt to new workplace paradigms. The discussion also explores the distinctions between LEED and WELL certifications and their impact on both clients and the industry then wraps up with a glimpse into emerging sectors, with tech at the forefront.
Join us for a captivating conversation as we uncover John's experiences, interests in the city, and even an escape from the bustling urban landscape. Don't miss this episode packed with valuable insights into the dynamic world of architecture and design.
On this episode of The Big Apple’s CoRe, we are joined by Philip Pitruzzello. Philip is a Managing Director at BlackRock where he is responsible for the development, implementation and execution of the firm’s New York real estate strategy and their new headquarters in Hudson Yards. Before BlackRock, Philip was the Senior Vice President of Real Estate at Columbia University in charge of the development, design and construction of the University’s highly acclaimed 17-acre, $6 billion mixed use academic campus in West Harlem and also led Time Warner’s global real estate portfolio managing over 1 million square feet of space for both their office and broadcast centers.
Philip was also assistant counsel to New York Gov. Mario M. Cuomo and is heavily involved in various non for profits in New York City. He is currently focused on the future of work and real estate, is a mentor and enjoys helping others as often as he can.
The latest episode of the Big Apple’s CoRe Podcast is a two-part discussion hosted by Courtney Grill, Director of Business Development for Skanska USA Building. This episode celebrates the 10-year anniversary of the CoreNet New York City Chapter’s Mentorship Program. For this episode, we sat down with four pairs of mentors and mentees to discuss how this program impacted them both professionally and personally and what they learned throughout the duration of the program. This episode features Larry Charlip, President of the CoreNet New York City Chapter; Nekesha Sawh, Senior Portfolio Programs Manager at Hines; Shayna Isenberg, Integrated Program Manager at JLL; Eric Brill, Senior Associate at Gensler; Liam O’Sullivan, Executive at Accord Contracting; John Picco, Executive Director of Global Brokerage at Cushman & Wakefield and Natalia Zawisny, Senior Project Manager of Campus Planning at Pace University.
The CoreNet New York City Mentorship Program has connected 248 real estate professionals in all stages of their careers, helping many in the industry grow their professional careers.
The latest episode of the Big Apple’s CoRe Podcast is a two-part discussion hosted by Courtney Grill, Director of Business Development for Skanska USA Building. This episode celebrates the 10-year anniversary of the CoreNet New York City Chapter’s Mentorship Program. For this episode, we sat down with four pairs of mentors and mentees to discuss how this program impacted them both professionally and personally and what they learned throughout the duration of the program. This episode features Larry Charlip, President of the CoreNet New York City Chapter; Nekesha Sawh, Senior Portfolio Programs Manager at Hines; Shayna Isenberg, Integrated Program Manager at JLL; Eric Brill, Senior Associate at Gensler; Liam O’Sullivan, Executive at Accord Contracting; John Picco, Executive Director of Global Brokerage at Cushman & Wakefield and Natalia Zawisny, Senior Project Manager of Campus Planning at Pace University.
The CoreNet New York City Mentorship Program has connected 248 real estate professionals in all stages of their careers, helping many in the industry grow their professional careers.
In the latest episode of the Big Apple"s Core Podcast, hosted by Patrick Steffens, Director of Brokerage and Advisory Services at Avison Young, We interviewed Ryan Simonetti, CEO and co-founder of Convene. Ryan co-founded Convene in 2009 with the goal of disrupting the commercial real estate industry and transforming the workplace experience. By incorporating trends in real estate, technology, and hospitality, Ryan's vision to infuse hotel-style services into meetings, events, and flexible office spaces has been the driving force behind Convene's success, expanding to 39 locations across the US and UK. With Ryan at the helm, Convene has raised $462M in funding to date, and has been named one of America’s 100 Most Promising Companies by Forbes and Best Workplace by both Inc. and Fortune magazines.
On the podcast, Ryan shares insights into trends and challenges in the commercial real estate industry, the importance of exceptional hospitality services, and how Convene has adapted to the changing needs of their clients during the pandemic. He also discusses how partnering with landlords and tenants can benefit both parties, highlights the real differences between service and hospitality, and emphasizes the importance of designing human-centric spaces at every Convene location.Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the future of the commercial real estate industry and how companies like Convene are transforming the workplace experience. Tune in to learn more about Ryan's innovative approach and how Convene is leading the way in creating exceptional workplace environments.
In the latest episode of the Big Apples Core Podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Gabi Rubin Devaux as our guest. Gabi is an accomplished professional with an impressive background as SVP, Head of Global Real Estate & Workplace at iCapital Network. She is not only a wife and mother but also an avid martial artist and a female awareness instructor.During the podcast, Gabi shared valuable insights into her journey in the industry, including how she got involved in CoreNet and the importance of having a mentor. She also discussed how she stayed connected with others in the industry during the challenging times of COVID-19 and emphasized the importance of trusting oneself as an expert.Furthermore, Gabi shared her perspective on the constantly evolving nature of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. She highlighted the significance of embracing DEI in all aspects of the business, and how it can drive growth, innovation, and long-term success.Overall, Gabi's experience, talent, and sense of humor made for an engaging and informative podcast. Her insights and tips are a great resource for individuals across the industry who are seeking to develop their skills and achieve success in their careers. Tune in to this episode of the Big Apples Core Podcast to hear from this exceptional leader in real estate and workplace management.
In the latest episode of the Big Apples Core Podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Gabi Rubin Devaux as our guest. Gabi is an accomplished professional with an impressive background as SVP, Head of Global Real Estate & Workplace at iCapital Network. She is not only a wife and mother but also an avid martial artist and a female awareness instructor.
During the podcast, Gabi shared valuable insights into her journey in the industry, including how she got involved in CoreNet and the importance of having a mentor. She also discussed how she stayed connected with others in the industry during the challenging times of COVID-19 and emphasized the importance of trusting oneself as an expert.
Furthermore, Gabi shared her perspective on the constantly evolving nature of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. She highlighted the significance of embracing DEI in all aspects of the business, and how it can drive growth, innovation, and long-term success.
Overall, Gabi's experience, talent, and sense of humor made for an engaging and informative podcast. Her insights and tips are a great resource for individuals across the industry who are seeking to develop their skills and achieve success in their careers. Tune in to this episode of the Big Apples Core Podcast to hear from this exceptional leader in real estate and workplace management.
In Episode 9 - Wayne Lambert, Director of Supplier Diversity for Turner & Townsend, joins the podcast to discuss DE&I within commercial real estate. Wayne dives deeper into why MWBE (Minority & Women Owned Business Enterprises) certifications & programs are so important to the success of the industry. In his last role within the Department of Design & Construction for NYC, Wayne developed a mentorship program to help increase capacity for MWBE firms across multiple city entities.
Tony Vargas has worn many hats according to his resume but the one consistent theme is being passionate for hospitality & service. In his current role as Director of Workplace Strategy for Sprinklr, he’s made it his personal mission to deliver joy at scale through workplace services. Tony provides his insight on how company culture has a direct impact on workplace strategy; And how he’s tasked employees to ensure “every interaction ends better than when it started”. Sprinklr is a customer experience management software company based in NYC with 25 offices in 15 countries.
On this episode of the Big Apple’s CoRe Podcast, we have Gabe Marans from Savills US on. Gabe Marans is a tenant-rep with an exclusive focus on real estate strategy for occupiers and actively represented tenants totaling over 6M square feet. Along with his family, Gabe helped to establish The Judah Marans Memorial Fund in honor of his brother, which raises funds to create and maintain the Judah Marans Music and Art Center at Yavneh Academy. In this episode, Gabe discusses his growth within the industry and how he gives back to the younger generation of brokers, the current NYC commercial real estate landscape, and how he is working with his clients to manage and navigate unique opportunities in the market.
Join us to hear from InSite’s Co-Editors-in-Chief, Nick Bornheimer & Wanda Dunaway expand on the publication’s latest topic, the nostalgia of NYC then & now. Wanda & Nick touch on the collaboration that takes place behind the scenes of the newsletter; And how that in itself is nostalgic as we continue to navigate a hybrid workplace model. InSite is a digital publication created by CoreNet to reflect on different aspects of NYC’s culture, real estate & trends. For more information & to read September’s issue, please visit https://newyorkcity.corenetglobal.org
People all around the world are predicted to join the Metaverse in the next few years, so what does that mean for Commercial Real Estate?
This episode, we talked to Susan Sly, Co Founder & CEO of RadiusAI: an award winning 9-figure valuation US-based analytics company that provides real-time actionable insights for retail and healthcare businesses.She discusses how the lines between physical and virtual reality are being blurred, and the real-world implications it will have on the future of CRE. “We have to think of the metaverse as the third part of a hybrid workplace”
Susan has a myriad of accolades: Tech investor, best-selling author, professional speaker, and podcast host of her own show Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. She sits on the Forbes Business Council and has been featured on CNBC & Fox. She has also completed the Boston Marathon 6x and placed top 10 in the Pro division of the Ironman Triathlon in Malaysia. She is a proud wife and mother of five children.
Molly H. Dee-Ramasamy joins us from Jaros, Baum & Bolles where she directs a team focused on the decarbonization of large buildings in the NYC region. She touches on new legislation passed to reduce emissions, how they affect commercial real estate and how the implementation of reduce, reuse & electrify can prepare the industry for a low carbon future.
David Cunic, CEO of USC Advisors and Investors Relations, provides insight on what it takes to be successful in the Cannabis Industry and how real estate plays a vital role in making investors successful. New York stands to become the second largest legal cannabis market behind California with an estimated $4.2 Billion within the next 5 years.
James Donovan, Rokt Recruiting Lead & Meme Specialist, joins the podcast for a deeper dive on the recruiting trends that have evolved Post-Covid and how they are shaping the current job market. Founded in 2012, Rokt is a global leader in ecommerce technology and was voted one of NYC’s Best Companies to Work for in 2022.
We are excited to announce our featured guest Neil Austin, Chair of The New York City Chapter of CoreNet Global. Join us as Neil shares details on his global career and how drinking snake blood helped him close a business deal.