REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
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Listen to insights, observations and predictions from leaders in Canadian and international Commercial Real Estate. Hosted by Michael Brooks, CEO of REALPAC.
REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
1y ago
On this episode of REALtalk, Stéphan Déry, Assistant Deputy Minister, Real Property Services, joins Michael Brooks, CEO of REALPAC, for a discussion on the future of work and real estate, talent retention and recruitment, and enhancing the workspace to facilitate collaboration.
The episode covers:
The hybrid work model
The future of work and real estate
Trends across Canada and internationally
Talent retention and recruitment
What optimal workspaces look like
The Office portfolio
About Stéphan Déry:
Stéphan Déry was appointed Assistant Deputy Minister of Real Property Services at Public Ser ..read more
REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
2y ago
On this episode of REALtalk, Antony Slumbers joins Michael Brooks, CEO of REALPAC, for a discussion on the relevance of the office, the need to reimagine office spaces, and what owners and operators of real estate need to do to stay relevant.
The episode covers:
Understanding “what work is and how work is done”
How can office owners make their product useful and relevant
Rethinking who the customer is
Understanding what customers’ needs are today
An office space vs a productive work force
Why sustainable buildings matter
About Antony Slumbers:
Antony is a globally recognised speaker, adviso ..read more
REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
2y ago
On this episode of REALtalk, Neil Pegram joins Kris Kolenc, REALPAC’s Manager of Research & Sustainability to discuss ESG data, its current state and usability, areas for improvement, and what the future of ESG data will look like.
The episode covers:
The main data points for ESG, and their importance
Financial and nonfinancial impacts and risk data
Data around energy, wastewater, carbon emissions, climate resiliency
Data-based decision making for investors
Challenges with ESG data and how Measurabl fills the gaps
Achieving consistent metrics, and auditable, actionable and timely insight ..read more
REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
2y ago
On this episode of REALtalk, David S. Cohen joins Carolyn Lane, COO and VP Member Engagement and Jennifer Lambe, Office Manager at REALPAC to discuss the Great Resignation.
The episode covers:
Impetus behind the “Great Resignation”
Trends in Canada
Solutions for employers to retain people
How will the Great Resignation impact corporate culture?
How remote work will impact corporate culture
The medium-term impacts of the Great Resignation
Impacts of the Great Resignation on CRE, HR
Advise for corporate decision makers
About David S. Cohen:
David works with leaders helping them understand wha ..read more
REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
2y ago
On this episode of REALtalk, Michael Bach, Founder and CEO of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) , joins REALPAC COO & VP Member Engagement, Carolyn Lane, to discuss the marginalization of LGBTQ2+ people, and the urgent need for businesses and society to create safe and inclusive spaces for them.
The episode covers:
Michael’s journey of coming out
The meaning of LGBTQ2+
Differences between sexuality and gender
Importance of creating inclusive spaces for LGBTQ2+ people
About Michael Bach:
Michael Bach is nationally and internationally recognized as a thought leader and ..read more
REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
2y ago
On this episode of REALtalk, Brendan Wallace, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Fifth Wall, joins REALPAC CEO Michael Brooks to discuss the intersection of PropTech and innovation in the age of COVID-19 and beyond.
The episode covers:
The evolution of PropTech
What the future of PropTech looks like in a post pandemic world
The WeWork crash and it’s impact on real estate
Fifth Wall’s $100 million Retail Fund
Accelerating brands beyond brick-and-mortar expansion
The online to offline trend
How to move towards achievement of sustainability and climate goals within real estate
About Brendan Wal ..read more
REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
2y ago
On this episode of REALtalk, Bill Ferguson, Chairman and CEO of Ferguson Partners, joins REALPAC COO Carolyn Lane to discuss rising to the leadership challenge, the characteristics of great leaders, and what the future of leadership looks like.
The episode covers:
Bill’s new book: The Test is Now Upon Us
Skills of leaders in real estate vs other industries
Traits and attributes of what make great leaders
Generational differences between leadership styles
Factoring leadership into a company’s succession planning
Mistakes made by leaders, especially during crises
How great leaders responded to ..read more
REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
3y ago
On this episode of REALtalk, Amy Erixon, Principal and President, Global Investment Management at Avison Young, joins REALPAC’s Manager of Research & Sustainability Kris Kolenc, to discuss leadership and trends across environment, social, governance, and wellness.
The episode covers:
How Avison Young has set up its ESG practice and processes
Current areas of focus
Integration of these policy areas into all aspects of the business
Data collection and mapping
Climate risks and opportunities across portfolios
Differences across North America and Europe when it comes to tackling ESG
WELL and ..read more
REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
3y ago
On this episode of REALtalk, Annie Korver, Founder at Rise Consulting, joins REALPAC CEO Michael Brooks for a discussion around Indigenous reconciliation in commercial real estate, what economic reconciliation looks like, and building cultural and organizational competency to enable relationship building and reconciliation.
The episode covers:
The intersection between economic development and reconciliation
The importance of acknowledging history
The unique challenges faced by the Indigenous Peoples of Canada
Treaties between Indigenous Peoples and the Crown
The land back movement
How Canadia ..read more
REALtalk | Conversations with Commercial Real Estate Leaders
3y ago
On this episode of REALtalk, Hugh Kolias, CEO of yuhu, joins REALPAC CEO Michael Brooks and COO Carolyn Lane to discuss the state of technology in the multi family asset class, Canada’s progress in this space, and how leaders can equip themselves for the future.
The episode covers:
The state of technology in the multi family market
Canada’s relative advances and lags in this area
The value of tech during the pandemic, and how tech helped
Future thinking “must digitize” areas, and tips for asset owners
Innovations in Canada, US and Europe
About Hugh Kolias:
Hugh received a Bachelor of Applied ..read more