In this episode of the Developing Leadership podcast, we welcome Michael Lockwood, Senior Principal with a global design firm and the world's leading sports architecture firm, Populous. They discuss Michael's unique career path from college athlete to award-winning architect, including the many mentor figures who influenced him. Michael then dives into Populous's pioneering work designing epic gathering spaces like stadiums, convention centers, and public venues across the globe. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about some of their most creative projects and how they focus on customer expe ..read more

Chris Bodnar is the Chief Executive Officer of Prescriptive Capital, a private equity company focused on investing in limited partner and general partner positions in healthcare, life sciences and senior housing real estate.  Prior to founding Prescriptive Capital, Chris served as Vice Chairman of the U.S. Healthcare & Life Sciences Capital Markets at CBRE, a Fortune 150 company. At the time, Chris was the youngest investment advisor to be appointed to Vice Chairman in the company’s history and one of the first to start a national practice focused exclusively alternative real estate ..read more

How does perseverance play a pivotal role in the path to achieving entrepreneurial success? Prepare to be inspired as we delve into the extraordinary journey of Danny, a trailblazing real estate investor in Denver. Join us as Danny shares his remarkable career transition from tech startup entrepreneur to visionary developer. Learn about Danny's ingenious use of no income/no asset loans to acquire three buildings in Rhino, Denver, which he transformed into thriving workspaces. Discover the invaluable lessons he learned from his mentor, Charlie Wooley, and the significance of perseverance on t ..read more

Fiona Arnold is President of MAINSPRING Developers, a Colorado company engaged in commercial and residential real estate development and retail business operations, and has served in that capacity since 2014. During 2015 and 2016, she served on Governor Hickenlooper’s cabinet as Executive Director of the Office of Economic Development and International Trade for the State of Colorado. From 2006 through 2013, Arnold served as executive vice president and general counsel for Vail Resorts. Prior to that, Arnold served as associate general counsel at Western Gas Resources Inc. (now Anadarko Petro ..read more

Explore the essential elements of successful leadership and achieve your goals in the latest episode of the Developing Leadership Podcast! Join us as we delve into the inspiring journey of Caitlin Quander, a distinguished business leader and real estate attorney. From her early days as a City Council aide to chairing the Denver Planning Board, Caitlin shares invaluable lessons on collaboration, patience, and the art of effective leadership. Discover the keys to building lasting relationships and gaining diverse experiences through a lifetime membership in NAIOP. Plus, gain insights into NAOIP ..read more

Martha is the CEO and Founder of Nine dot Arts, a local art curation company headquartered in Denver. From her experience growing up in Mobile Alabama to moving to Colorado and taking advantage of its great opportunities for female entrepreneurs and minorities to start businesses, Martha has gone through a transformative journey. Hear about how the 2008-2009 recession presented a pivotal moment in her life that led to the formation of Nine dot Arts, how they use trends to expand their geographic presence and refine their go-to-market strategy, the people-centric company culture they have buil ..read more

Rhys Duggan, President and CEO of Revesco Properties, drives the River Mile project in downtown Denver. With over 25 years in commercial real estate, he began his career in Vancouver, working on large-scale communities with renowned tenants. Prior to Revesco, he led The New Providence Development Company in Nassau, Bahamas, where he developed the island's first mixed-use town center. Now, he divides his time between Vancouver and Denver. In our series, we chat with Rhys about his journey and the intricacies of real estate development. He discusses negotiating land claims with First Nations and ..read more

Embark on a fearless journey toward greatness as this episode unveils the roadmap of intentional decisions that will lead you to success. Join us as we delve into his awe-inspiring life story filled with unconventional choices, breathtaking achievements, and the secret ingredients to his success. From rural beginnings to urban leadership roles, he's worn many hats, and we're about to uncover the secrets that made him a renaissance man in business and life. Learn how embracing risks and challenging comfort zones can transform your path to success. Stay tuned to find out about his latest game-c ..read more

Are you a young aspiring professional looking to make your mark in the commercial real estate industry? Join us on The Developing Leadership Podcast, presented by NAIOP Colorado, for an inspiring journey into the world of Denver's dynamic commercial real estate scene. Experience the stories of industry thought-leaders and their unconventional paths to success, emphasizing perseverance and an abundance mindset. Discover the power of relationships, the support of NAIOP Colorado, and gain insight into how you can forge your own path to success. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Fiona Arno ..read more