Podcast appearances and mentions of willy walker

The Virginia Commonwealth University Business School's Kornblau Real Estate Program will host its 32nd annual Real Estate Trends Conference Oct. 10 in Henrico, headlined by keynote speaker Jay Bilas, an ESPN basketball analyst, and real estate keynote speaker Willy Walker, chairman and CEO of commercial real estate finance company Walker & Dunlop. The conference will take place at the Henrico Sports and Events Center at Virginia Center beginning with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. and the program at 9 a.m. It's expected to attract industry leaders to discuss current trends in the real estate and business economies. Bilas, a New York...Article LinkSupport the Show.

While it's clear that we're living through an uncertain time in history, there's one thing Willy is confident in – the strength of our country to get through challenging times. On this Walker Webcast, we featured Willy's opening remarks from W&D's Summer Conference in Sun Valley. Listen to his take on consumer confidence, housing prices, asset classes including hospitality and office, the impact that climate change is having on your bottom line, single and multifamily housing starts, the impact of AI, impactful global leaders, and much more.

Abercrombie and Fitch and Dick's Sporting Goods show the familiar names near the food court are doing just fine, and we share one stock that wins regardless of where you stop in to shop. (00:21) Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger discuss: - Cava's valuation at fresh all-time highs post-earnings, why Salesforce might be a buy on the dip, and Chewy's strength as a focused company on full display. - Banner quarters from Dick's Sporting Goods and Abercrombie and Fitch proving the mall isn't dead any time soon. (19:11) To help us wade through the great tightening in commercial real estate, why many sellers aren't quite ready to deal, and what the rate picture looks like, last week Motley Fool contributor Matt Frankel talked with Willy Walker, CEO of Walker and Dunlop. (35:20) Jason and Matt break down two stocks on their radar: PayPal and Simon Property Group. Stocks discussed: PYPL, SPG. Host: Dylan Lewis Guests: Jason Moser, Matt Argersinger, Matt Frankel, WIlly Walker Engineers: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a special episode of the Walker Webcast, we flipped the script and put Willy in the interviewee seat. He was joined by his friend, Danny Gabriel – CEO of real estate, construction, and investment firm, ColRich and longtime fundraiser for Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) – who asked him questions from the audience.  They covered a variety of topics from his daily routine, greatest fears, what drives him to succeed, how he avoids burnout, whether or not he'd run for office, private vs. public markets, interest rates, institutional capital, debt funds, and much more. Watch or listen to the replay.    If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of contact. We are all available to answer questions and provide assistance. Additionally, if you have topics you would like covered during one of our future webcasts, we would be happy to take your suggestions.  

On the latest Walker Webcast, we featured Willy's opening remarks from this year's Summer Conference in Sun Valley – and you won't want to miss his perspective on where the CRE industry and economy are headed. You'll hear his take on Fed policy, the future of office, the need for younger leadership in our country, AI's massive implications to businesses and health, the economics of climate change and how it'll impact our society, and much more. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of contact. We are all available to answer questions and provide assistance. Additionally, if you have topics you would like covered during one of our future webcasts, we would be happy to take your suggestions.

Commercial real estate has been teetering on the edge of crash territory for months now. With banks tightening their funding, forcing investors to refinance at higher rates and occupancy down across multiple sectors, commercial could be crashing very soon. But we aren't here to prompt fear for real estate investing; instead, we're presenting some opportunities to build wealth, even when most investors think the sky is falling. To help give us a read on the whole commercial real estate situation is Willy Walker, CEO of Walker & Dunlop, one of the largest commercial real estate finance companies in the nation. Willy knows precisely what's happening in the industry because he is the industry. As the third largest apartment lender in the US, valued at over $2 billion, Willy's ability to forecast the commercial real estate market has helped Walker & Dunlop grow to new heights. And he has some news to share. Willy touches on the “pain to come” for commercial real estate, why residential has stayed safe, big investors' refinancing dilemma, and why banks are pulling out of lending for large assets. With commercial investors needing cash to fund their deals but failing to find it, everyday investors (just like you) could help fill the void and walk away with a sizable profit. If you want to fuel your wealth, not your fear, stick around!   In This Episode We Cover: The impending commercial real estate crash and who's in danger  Balloon loans, risky refinances, and why high mortgage rates have put investors in a tough spot Residential vs. commercial real estate and why one can fall while the other holds strong Private lending and how you can take advantage of banks pulling back from larger investments  Asset classes that could have the biggest opportunity if a crash hits  US debt and how increasing the debt ceiling will lead to unmanageable consequences  And So Much More! Links from the Show Find an Agent Find a Lender BiggerPockets Youtube Channel BiggerPockets Forums BiggerPockets Pro Membership BiggerPockets Bookstore BiggerPockets Bootcamps BiggerPockets Podcast BiggerPockets Merch BPCON2023 Listen to All Your Favorite BiggerPockets Podcasts in One Place Learn About Real Estate, The Housing Market, and Money Management with The BiggerPockets Podcasts Get More Deals Done with The BiggerPockets Investing Tools Find a BiggerPockets Real Estate Meetup in Your Area David's BiggerPockets Profile David's Instagram David's YouTube Channel Work with David Pick Up Some of David Greene's Best Selling Books Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Dave's Instagram Listen to The “On The Market” Podcast Wherever You Listen to Podcasts: BiggerPockets Apple Podcasts Spotify Connect with Willy: The Walker Webcast Willy's Website Willy's YouTube Click here to listen to the full episode: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-781-5 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 3 Elephants in the room series, one of which is Interest Rates. Listen to this week's episode of Create Your Fortune podcast and discover the impact of interest rates on multifamily development and how we, at Sterling Rhino Capital Mitigate Risk. Here are the links we mention in this podast episode: Episode 43: Part 1 of the 3 Elephants in the Room on Inflation: Create Your Fortune! on Apple Podcasts Click here to listen to Willy Walker's full interview Link to more information on our project: The Cooper Click here if you want to start your investing journey with us! + Want to get in on our upcoming deal? click to see the design drawings and specific 35% return details! Watch our short video on the properties we are going to build from the ground up. Find out what all the excitement is about! Contact: Erin@SterlingRhinoCapital.com + Show sponsored by Sterling Rhino Capital, www.sterlingrhinocapital.com, a RE investment group for regular families, and professionals like doctors, nurses, teachers and military. + A+ rating by Better Business Bureau, Forbes Contributor.

Willy Walker, CEO, Walker & Dunlop, had no zero intention of joining the company his grandfather started in 1937. His journey to piloting the family legacy began in Latin America, where Willy worked in corporate finance, started an airline, and other industries. What remained constant was his passion for entrepreneurship and building successful teams. In this episode, Willy shares the insights gained from working around the globe and transforming his family's successful business into a publicly traded company now servicing $120 billion in loans. Growing up in Washington, DC, Willy thought he'd end up in politics, even though his father and grandfather ran a successful investment banking company. Instead, the college graduate accepted an invitation from the US Ambassador to Paraguay to work abroad. What was supposed to be six months turned into 13 years across Latin America and later Europe. Latin America presented a chance to do things he couldn't have in the US, such as starting an airline. Being the minority in the room was a humbling experience that imparted valuable lessons about team culture and entrepreneurship. Along the way, Willy's passion for working with people and leading them to success transcended cultures. A confluence of events combined with his years of entrepreneurship abroad helped Willy see enormous potential in Walker & Dunlop. He returned home ready to invest his efforts into building the family company. The beginning was baby steps, but the business took off as the brand built momentum and reinforced its culture. Under Walker's leadership, the small regional family company servicing $2.8 billion in loans transformed into a publicly traded business serving $120 billion. Tune in to hear Walker's insights on why leadership is a privilege. We discuss why building a cohesive group of people is important to long-term success and the three steps that helped propel Walker & Dunlop forward.

Willy Walker, Chairman and CEO of Walker & Dunlop, Inc (NYSE: WD)  M&A is one of the fastest ways to grow a company. Many of the largest companies in the world turn to M&A for inorganic growth. However, first-time acquirers often find it difficult to buy companies due to a lack of experience and reputation.  In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, Willy Walker, Chairman, and CEO of Walker & Dunlop, Inc, discusses how to convince people to sell their business. Liked today's episode? Unlock over 60 courses taught by top-tier M&A practitioners by joining the M&A Science Academy. Use code “academy20%” on the sign-up page for a 20% discount, available on either monthly or annual plans. https://www.mascience.com/academy Want to learn about upcoming interviews, events, and industry trends? Sign up for our weekly newsletter. https://www.mascience.com/newsletter-signup  If you're a head of corporate development and looking to build up a world-class M&A team, reach out to me at kison@mascience.com. This episode is sponsored by FirmRoom, the fastest virtual data room used to get deals done. Leave the pay-per-page world behind by going to https://firmroom.com/

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.191: On this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Willy Walker joins us to discuss, The value of diverse and unconventional career paths for leaders, how to build a great senior management team, how to foster trust as a CEO, and much more. Willy Walker, chairman, and CEO of Walker & Dunlop, one of the largest commercial real estate financing companies in the US. Under Mr. Walker's leadership, Walker & Dunlop has evolved from a small, family-owned business to one of the largest commercial real estate finance companies in the U.S. In its first ten years as a public company, Walker & Dunlop's shares grew over 800%. The firm was #17 on Fortune's 2017 "Fastest Growing Public Companies". Learn more about Walker & Dunlop here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/ ► Sign up for our Newsletter for free actionable Ceo tips: https://www.smestrategy.net/leaders-digest Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrp…ub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Align…strategy-course

Power is in the hands of the ones with cash – that's the general prediction of the corporate real estate market moving forward post-pandemic. With multi-family companies throwing money at more rental housing and inflation numbers at an all-time high, the future is uncertain as consumers struggle to afford a place to live. Research and Securities Executive VP Ivy Zelman, Investment and Sales Executive VP Kris Mikkelsen, Capital Markets Senior Managing Director Aaron Appel join Willy Walker on this week's Walker Webcast as they dissect the current condition of the corporate real estate industry, why money is king, the probability of a soft landing versus a hard landing, and their thoughts on the best areas to invest in right now. Ivy Zelman sheds light on how rentals are unsustainable as more capital is flowing into the space, and a backlog of properties without leases exists. She also points out the disconnect between buyers' willingness to pay and sellers' expectations. Kris Mikkelsen lays out where he would put on his dollars – capital assets where rates can be reset and capital in markets with strong growth fundamentals and low risk. He emphasizes a lower leverage point and the ever-changing cost of homeownership in the past three months. Aaron Appel believes the future of CRE isn't completely bleak, as time and time again, we've witnessed the market adjusting when there's enough distress. But with the country's escalating debt, inflation comes as a result of working to overcome it. Tune in to this new episode of Driven By Insight — CRE State of the Union with Ivy Zelman, Kris Mikkelsen, and Aaron Appel. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has said, “Finding a way to ensure that the advent of digital superintelligence is symbiotic with humanity is the single biggest existential crisis we face.” This quote encapsulates Mo Gawdat's views and opinions in his best-selling book, Scary Smart, a roadmap detailing and predicting how AI can inevitably take over the human race. Mo Gawdat joins Willy Walker on this week's Walker Webcast as he breaks down the evolution of AI, humanity's cognitive limitations in controlling AI's rapid growth, his biggest fears for the future of AI, its use in war and prevention in future disasters like COVID-19, and our responsibility as users in teaching AI to have “our best interests in mind”. Mo Gawdat describes AI not as machines but as “digital beings with experiences, fears, consciousness, and emotions”, capable of deep learning. He likens them to infants, absorbing every piece of knowledge being fed. “The more data you give them, the more they can see and observe patterns,” he adds. He emphasizes humanity's refusal to take accountability in raising these “artificially intelligent children”, waiting for the government to control the inescapable doom of them disrupting our lifestyles, economies, political landscapes, and overall welfare. Mo Gawdat continues to warn us of the machine's ability to sway public reasoning and opinions through social media algorithms. “They're doing that in billions of recommendations every day…and then you start to realize that we are already in a place where we're dominated. We're already being told by the machines what to do.” Tune in to this new episode of the Walker Webcast — The Future of AI with Mo Gawdat, Author of Scary Smart and Former Google X Executive. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/

Resources mentioned in the podcast: 1. Walker & Dunlop 2. Their Wednesday Webcast with Willy Walker 3. His LinkedIn Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group

There's never been a better time for women leaders than now. That's what Mary Callahan Erdoes believes as the opportunity for remote and online work has provided the flexibility for family time and career growth. As the CEO of J.P. Morgan's Asset and Wealth Management, she has brought one of the largest and most reliable investment banks to $4 trillion in client assets. Philanthropy is also close to her heart as she serves as a board member of New York City's Robin Hood Foundation. Mary Callahan Erdoes joins Willy Walker on this week's Walker Webcast as she gives her two cents on the unpredictability of the global market, her advice on investing in cryptocurrency, how more competition keeps the economy booming, and her close working ties with CEO Jamie Dimon. She emphasizes appreciating and recognizing both one's milestones and empty tombstones – as any downturn is a chance to reevaluate methods and strategies. This optimistic outlook has set J.P. Morgan to be ready in handling any catastrophic situation. “Our job is to always prepare for the worst and hope for the best,” she adds. “If you do it the other way around, you're going to get yourself in big trouble. That's how we're wired.” Diversity and inclusion have always been a priority for Mary Callahan Erdoes. J.P. Morgan's efforts in investing in low-income housing and more poverty-stricken areas and opening doors to recruiting a wide slate of talent prove their stance on making a bigger difference in today's work culture and society. Tune in to this new episode of the Walker Webcast — How to Manage $4 Trillion with Mary Callahan Erdoes, J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management CEO. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/

Musician Keith Richards once said, “I've imagined it all. I just didn't think it would happen.” It's a quote that sums up Amor Towles' feelings after the unforeseen success of his work. Being a New York Times' Best-Selling Author of three noteworthy novels, Amor Towles has also juggled being a professional banker with family members in the finance space and a tennis player to further cultivate his creative juices. Amor Towles joins Willy Walker on this week's Walker Webcast as they flip the pages of his childhood love for fiction, how novels are writer's symphonies, his profound interest in Russian literature, and why the need to be historically accurate should come second in the writing process. He attributes the refinement of his books to the caring attention and assessment of his wife, his fiction-loving friends, his agent, his editor, and his adoring readers who are never afraid to point out any logical oversight in his stories. A thesaurus definitely isn't handy nor useful - as much as most people would believe. For Amor Towles, it's impossible to draw out the multi-dimensionality of a character with the reliance on outside resources. “I have to trust what sounds right to my ear,” he says. “The vocabulary has sprung in a way from my sense of their [the character's] personality and upbringing. What would they say? What would sound right to them?” Guesting on Late Night with Seth Meyers was a humbling opportunity as the host was an enthusiastic fan of his work. The appearance opened the door for Amor Towles' to fulfill what he truly set out to do. “The biggest satisfaction is knowing that the book is finding an audience, resonating with people, and has made an impact in their lives in some interesting way,” he adds. Tune in to this new episode of the Walker Webcast — Penning a Best-Seller with Amor Towles, New York Best-Selling Author. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/

We are living in a yield-starved world, and commercial real estate continues to serve up what hungry investors want most. In this episode of The Yield, Peter Kerr, CFA, is joined by Willy Walker, chairman, and CEO of Walker & Dunlop, one of the largest commercial real estate financing companies in the US, for a discussion on the ever-moving real estate market in the time of COVID.Key Takeaways:[1:20] The impressive growth of Walker & Dunlop and key factors that drive their performance.[6:20] The competitive advantages of having a relatively smaller balance sheet.[8:21] Single asset versus multiple asset CMBS and the risks of each in today's market.[12:37] 2021 was a high transaction year in commercial real estate despite the pandemic.[16:19] What is the future of office real estate?[19:36] Insights into the affordable housing crisis in America.[26:08] Who is modeling how to solve this crisis at a municipality level?[27:05] The drivers in real estate in 2022.[32:20] Which sectors are lenders most interested in today's market?Mentioned in This Episode:Yieldstreet

On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker is joined by Dr. Peter Linneman. For over 40 years, Dr. Linneman's unique blend of scholarly rigor and practical business insight has earned him accolades from around the world. He has studied under multiple Nobel Prize winners, holds both a Master's and Doctorate in Economics after a distinguished academic career at both The University of Chicago and the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania, and was a leading member of Wharton's faculty, serving as the Albert Sussman Professor of Real Estate, Finance, and Public Policy for 35 years. He has published over 100 scholarly articles, four editions of the acclaimed book, “Real Estate Finance and Investments: Risks and Opportunities,” and the widely-read Linneman Letter quarterly report. Dr. Linneman's long and ongoing business career is highlighted by his roles as Founding Principal of Linneman Associates, LLC, a leading real estate advisory firm; CEO of American Land Fund; and CEO of KL Realty. For more than 35 years he has advised leading corporations and has served on over 20 public and private boards, including serving as Chairman of Rockefeller Center Properties, where he led the successful restructuring and sale of Rockefeller Center in the mid-1990s. This Walker Webcast is a highly anticipated episode as we open 2022 with Dr. Peter Linneman, who shares his thoughtful insights and projections that have been amazingly prescient. In this episode, we will deep dive into the reviews he shares in The Linneman Letter quarterly report, highlighting highly-discussed economic topics you should know in 2022. Hear Dr. Linneman's breakdown of his quarterly report in this segment of the Walker Webcast — The Best Hour in CRE with Dr. Peter Linneman, Founding Principal of Linneman Associates. Key points covered in this episode: [1:57] Willy welcomes Dr. Peter Linneman. What predictions did he hit and miss from 2020 to 2021? What predictions does he have moving forward? [13:25] Dr. Linneman discusses how economic dynamism is missing in the marketplace. [18:05] Willy and Dr. Linneman talk about how to get people back to work. [19:58] Two enormous implications in real estate are mentioned: 2021 personal annual interest income and yield-starved consumers. [23:45] Willy reads the Linneman letter on how banks are awash with liquidity and discusses the effects on cap rates and bond yields. [31:29] In a rising interest rate environment with the banks fully overfunded, owning bank stocks is a good place to be. [32:37] Brick retail is not dead; it is thriving. Tune in to hear the retail numbers for November compared to E-Commerce. [36:46] The oil market and projections for the cost of crude over the next two to three years with this supply and demand imbalance coming into our economy. [45:21] Willy talks about the housing market, affordability and how it affects home builders. [50:24] What is Dr. Peter seeing in the office and retail market? Will 80% of people be back in the office by June, or is it wildly optimistic? [55:22] Where is the smart money going right now? [57:43] The current state of international travel and ideal places to visit according to Peter. Check out our previous Walker Webcasts: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk

Stay younger, longer! Cleveland Clinic's Dr. Michael Roizen on slowing the aging process, the key to longevity, and more  On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed Dr. Michael Roizen, on how to live a healthy, happy, and longer life. Dr. Roizen is the New York Times #1 best-selling author of RealAge: Are You as Young as You Can Be? and three other #1's and Chief Wellness Officer Emeritus at the Cleveland Clinic. As we kick-off a New Year, join us to hear how you can live healthier and happier and prepare for the coming (80% probability) reboot so you'll be 40 when the calendar strikes 90. Listen now! ABOUT: Michael F. Roizen, MD, is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Williams College and Alpha Omega Alpha graduate of the University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine who is passionate about helping people choose to live younger and healthier. He performed his residency in internal medicine at Harvard's Beth Israel Hospital and completed Public Health Service at the National Institutes of Health in the laboratory of Irv Kopin and Nobel Prize winner Julius Axelrod. He is certified by both the American Boards of Internal Medicine and of Anesthesiology. Dr. Roizen is the Cofounder of RealAge Inc, which was sold in 2006, but still Chairs its Scientific Advisory Board. He is 72 calendar years of age (2018), but his real age is 53.8. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/

Leadership, loyalty, and trust: Alan Fleischmann, Laurel Strategies CEO and SiriusXM Host On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed the man behind the nation's most powerful CEOs and c-suite professionals, Alan Fleischmann, Founder and CEO of Laurel Strategies and host of SiriusXM show, Leadership Matters. Alan discussed his early entrepreneurial days, his passion for helping people find their voice, the importance of trust, and much more. Listen now! ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Alan H. H. Fleischmann is the Founder, Chairman & CEO of Laurel Strategies, the global CEO strategic advisory firm for leaders, chief executives, and their C-Suite. Laurel Strategies helps design comprehensive strategies while executing across all levels of implementation, bringing together the disciplines of financial and corporate communications, government affairs, crisis management, investor relations, media relations, corporate governance, talent advisory and coaching, in-depth research, and business intelligence capabilities, in an all-in integrated global ecosystem that provides clients with unparalleled counsel and operational support to maximize opportunities and mitigate risks. Drawing on deep expertise and experience in philanthropy, Laurel Strategies also serves as philanthropic advisors and as a family office for clients worldwide. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jh... » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... » Wells Fargo's Kara McShane and Kristy Fercho on the economy, technology, future of office, and more: https://youtu.be/p1Am7PaU7HM » A bright future for CRE! Ed Walter, ULI's Global CEO, and Billy Grayson, EVP of ULI discuss why: https://youtu.be/vOuJvaXG6O8 Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walk... » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subs...

Wells Fargo Heads of CRE and Home Lending on the economy, technology, future of office, and more On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed Wells Fargo's Head of Home Lending Kristy Fercho and Head of Commercial Real Estate Kara McShane. Kristy and Kara discussed the latest market trends, what could come next, how they have advanced their careers and effectively run their respective businesses, and much more. Listen now! GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » A bright future for CRE! Ed Walter, ULI's Global CEO, and Billy Grayson, EVP of ULI discuss why: https://youtu.be/vOuJvaXG6O8 » State of CRE - Expert Outlooks on Debt, Equity, and Investment Sales: https://youtu.be/OvuRkedL_mM Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

A bright future for CRE! Ed Walter, ULI's Global CEO, and Billy Grayson, EVP of ULI's Center for Sustainability and Economic Performance discuss why On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed Ed Walter, ULI's Global CEO, and Billy Grayson, EVP of ULI's Center for Sustainability and Economic Performance. They discussed the recent Emerging Trends in Real Estate® 2022 report, which is jam-packed with everything from the hottest markets to the potential impact of returning to the office. In addition, they covered the latest green and environmental standards within the built environment. Listen now! ABOUT THE SPEAKERS: W. Edward (Ed) Walter, a widely renowned real estate industry leader and most recently the Steers Chair in Real Estate at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business, is the Global Chief Executive Officer of the Urban Land Institute (ULI), a global real estate organization with more than 40,000 members dedicated to responsible land use and creating thriving communities. Walter joined ULI's executive team in June 2018. Billy Grayson is the Executive Director for the Center for Sustainability and Economic Performance at the Urban Land Institute, a nonprofit education and research organization that focuses on land use, real estate and urban development. As Executive Director for the Center for Sustainability, Mr. Grayson manages a team leading programs on climate risk and resilience, health and wellness, and building energy and environmental performance. ULI works with members, community leaders, coalition partners, and other key stakeholders to build awareness around sustainability issues in the built environment, and to provide our members with the tools and resources they need to cost-effectively drive sustainability into their projects and operations. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » State of CRE - Expert Outlooks on Debt, Equity, and Investment Sales: https://youtu.be/OvuRkedL_mM » "Aim for excellence" - Producer Allyn Stewart on the business of making a blockbuster movie: https://youtu.be/Gu4Hv7DgjzM Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

"Aim for excellence" - Producer Allyn Stewart on the business of making a blockbuster movie Ever watch a film and wonder how it was made? Well, we have answers for you. On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed President of Flashlight Films Allyn Stewart, the producer behind iconic films such as Sully, Dangerous Liaisons, and Driving Miss Daisy to discuss the business of making movies. Allyn discussed everything from how streaming is impacting the film industry to what it's like working with Tom Hanks. Listen now! ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Allyn Stewart is a managing partner of Flashlight Films, a film development and production company. Under that banner, Stewart developed and produced SULLY, directed by Clint Eastwood and starring Tom Hanks, the film grossed $250mm in worldwide box-office. SULLY had it's premier at the Telluride Film Festival in 2016. Stewart then developed and produced, TRIAL BY FIRE, directed by Edward Zwick, starring Jack O'Connell and Laura Dern, it also premiered at the Telluride Film Festival. Her latest film, LAND, starring and directed by Robin Wright, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2021. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Business of well-being - Principal Financial CEO Dan Houston on retirement and his career journey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTvC3OQxv_k&t=11s » Making diversity work in the workplace with John Rice, CEO of Management Leadership for Tomorrow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qPlxo-f2oQ Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Business of well-being - Principal Financial CEO Dan Houston on retirement and his career journey Feeling financially secure is on most people's wish list, and for the past four decades, it's been Dan Houston's job to help people achieve that wish. On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed Dan Houston on the hows and whys of financial planning, growing and scaling a much-admired Fortune 500 company, and what trends he's tracking in the global economy. Listen now! ABOUT THE GUEST: Daniel Houston is chairman, president and chief executive officer of Principal Financial Group. He is responsible for overall management of the company. Houston joined Principal in 1984 in Dallas. He has held several management positions, being named senior vice president in 2000, executive vice president in 2006 and president of Retirement and Income Solutions in 2008. He was named president and chief operating officer in 2014 before assuming his current role in 2015. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Making diversity work in the workplace with John Rice, CEO of Management Leadership for Tomorrow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qPlxo-f2oQ » Ivy Zelman and Dennis McGill Challenge the Housing Market Orthodoxy: https://youtu.be/YLFo57F0zCw Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Bio Willy Walker is chairman and chief executive officer of Walker & Dunlop. Under Mr. Walker's leadership, Walker & Dunlop has grown from a small, family-owned business to become one of the largest commercial real estate finance companies in the United States. Walker & Dunlop is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and in its first ten years as a public company has seen its shares appreciate over 800%. The firm was also #17 on Fortune's 2017 list of “Fastest Growing Public Companies”, and has been named a Best Workplace for five of the past six years by the Great Place to Work® Institute. Mr. Walker received the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2011 and was named “Financier of the Year” in 2017 by Commercial Mortgage Observer. Mr. Walker received his master's degree in business administration from Harvard University and a bachelor's degree from St. Lawrence University. He formerly served on the boards of St. Albans School, the Mortgage Bankers Association, and Children’s National Medical Center. Mr. Walker is also a member of the Real Estate Roundtable. Mr. Walker is an avid runner, skier and cyclist, and has run the Boston Marathon in 2:36 Show Notes Current Role- His role has changed dramatically over the years as the firm has grown exponentially (4:25)Big company capabilities with a small company feel (5:10)Travel frequently to keep the culture “small company” (5:45)Keep the “Walker Way” constant as a culture for the company (6:10) Origin Story Father, Mallory Walker, was his predecessor as CEO (8:00)Mother, Diana Walker, was involved in politics as White House photographer for Time Magazine (8:15)Parents were DC business people and political world with each of his parent’s influences (8:40)Away to boarding school and collegeWent to Latin America for 10 years (9:30) Had no “grounding” there and had to establish his own relationships and reputation outside his family influences (10:30)Got a letter from friends in the US telling him of their exploits and he was reading books (11:10)Instead of going to Wall Street he went to Paraguay in 1989 after school and spent three years there (12:45)After going to HBS he then returned to Chile to work for a venture capital firm (13:45)Subsequently, he went to TPG and then a call center company called Teletec and went to Argentina (15:00)Moved to London to run Teletec in Europe (16:00)Ten years of non real estate investment banking experience (16:50)Returned to DC to run Walker & Dunlop (17:15)Had been on the board from 1998 to 2003 before taking the reins of the company (18:20)When he arrived he noticed that politics was talked about in the office and he wanted to eliminate that unless it relates to business (20:10)Looked carefully at the fundamentals of the business and its vulnerability due to the brokerage aspect of the business due to its volatility (21:25)Servicing portfolio when he joined was $3B and is now $112B generating $300M in annual recurring re

Willy Walker tells his amazing story of the transformational growth he initiated at Walker & Dunlop to become the #1 Multifamily Lender.

Bio Willy Walker is chairman and chief executive officer of Walker & Dunlop. Under Mr. Walker's leadership, Walker & Dunlop has grown from a small, family-owned business to become one of the largest commercial real estate finance companies in the United States. Walker & Dunlop is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and in its first ten years as a public company has seen its shares appreciate over 800%. The firm was also #17 on Fortune's 2017 list of “Fastest Growing Public Companies”, and has been named a Best Workplace for five of the past six years by the Great Place to Work® Institute. Mr. Walker received the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2011 and was named “Financier of the Year” in 2017 by Commercial Mortgage Observer. Mr. Walker received his master's degree in business administration from Harvard University and a bachelor's degree from St. Lawrence University. He formerly served on the boards of St. Albans School, the Mortgage Bankers Association, and Children’s National Medical Center. Mr. Walker is also a member of the Real Estate Roundtable. Mr. Walker is an avid runner, skier and cyclist, and has run the Boston Marathon in 2:36 Show Notes Current Role- His role has changed dramatically over the years as the firm has grown exponentially (4:25)Big company capabilities with a small company feel (5:10)Travel frequently to keep the culture “small company” (5:45)Keep the “Walker Way” constant as a culture for the company (6:10) Origin Story Father, Mallory Walker, was his predecessor as CEO (8:00)Mother, Diana Walker, was involved in politics as White House photographer for Time Magazine (8:15)Parents were DC business people and political world with each of his parent’s influences (8:40)Away to boarding school and collegeWent to Latin America for 10 years (9:30) Had no “grounding” there and had to establish his own relationships and reputation outside his family influences (10:30)Got a letter from friends in the US telling him of their exploits and he was reading books (11:10)Instead of going to Wall Street he went to Paraguay in 1989 after school and spent three years there (12:45)After going to HBS he then returned to Chile to work for a venture capital firm (13:45)Subsequently, he went to TPG and then a call center company called Teletec and went to Argentina (15:00)Moved to London to run Teletec in Europe (16:00)Ten years of non real estate investment banking experience (16:50)Returned to DC to run Walker & Dunlop (17:15)Had been on the board from 1998 to 2003 before taking the reins of the company (18:20)When he arrived he noticed that politics was talked about in the office and he wanted to eliminate that unless it relates to business (20:10)Looked carefully at the fundamentals of the business and its vulnerability due to the brokerage aspect of the business due to its volatility (21:25)Servicing portfolio when he joined was $3B and is now $112B generating $300M in annual recurring re

Making diversity work in the workplace with John Rice, CEO of Management Leadership for Tomorrow John Rice, Founder and CEO of Management Leadership for Tomorrow, has dedicated himself to racial equity, transforming the careers of people of color, and helping organizations move the needle on DEI.   On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed John Rice on the need for organizations to take a rigorous approach to DEI, the three degrees of racism, and his incredible family history. Listen now! ABOUT THE GUEST: John Rice is the Founder and CEO of Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT), a national non-profit organization that fights racial and economic disparities by empowering a new generation of diverse leaders. Since 2002, MLT has been transforming the careers of people of color and the leadership pipelines of our most influential organizations. MLT drives breakthrough results for individuals, institutions, and communities. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Ivy Zelman and Dennis McGill Challenge the Housing Market Orthodoxy: https://youtu.be/YLFo57F0zCw » What Jobs, Musk & Oprah Have In Common? | with Harvard Business School Historian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22R2ciTIoOw Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Ivy Zelman and Dennis McGill Challenge the Housing Market Orthodoxy  5-star housing analyst Ivy Zelman is back on the Walker Webcast! She saw the future of the housing market in 2005 and 2012 -- are her predictions right again? Her latest "Cradle to Grave" report debunks the narrative that we have a housing shortage.   On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed Ivy to discuss how slow population growth and shifting demographic characteristics mean that the seeds of housing oversupply may be planted. We'll also be sneaking in a few questions about her new memoir, Gimme Shelter! Watch now! ABOUT THE GUEST: Ivy Zelman, CEO at Zelman & Associates, and a highly respected thought leader for housing and housing related industries, has been guiding investors and corporate executives toward business success for roughly 30 years. In 2007, Ivy co-founded Zelman & Associates which is the leading housing research firm nationwide, serving institutional and private equity investors, and corporate executives from the homebuilding, building products, real estate, mortgage finance and rental sectors, and more. Her firm provides unequalled in-depth analyses across all aspects of the housing spectrum. Ivy's methodology, which puts Zelman & Associates in its own league, remains strongly rooted in the ability to perform thematic research overlaid with proprietary surveys to produce unparalleled, differentiated, value-added research. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » What Jobs, Musk & Oprah Have In Common? | with Harvard Business School Historian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22R2ciTIoOw » Load Up On Assets! Dr. Peter Linneman on Inflation, Job Growth & Interest Rates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBnPyfj2k0I&t=2161s Podcast: » Driven By Insight: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402 Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

What Jobs, Musk & Oprah Have In Common? | with Harvard Business School Historian Legendary Harvard Business School professor Dr. Richard Tedlow's books on Tom Watson of IBM and Andy Grove of Intel were Business Week selections as outstanding. His newest book, on Charismatic Leadership, profiles the likes of Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, and Oprah. On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed Richard for an in-depth discussion on leadership, vision, and what makes our generation's greatest business minds tick. Listen now! ABOUT THE GUEST: Professor Tedlow received his B.A. from Yale in 1969 and his M.A. and Ph.D. in history from Columbia in 1971 and 1976 respectively. He came to the Harvard Business School on a fellowship in 1978 and joined the faculty in 1979. From 1979 through 1982, he taught First Year Marketing. His involvement in marketing has continued, and he has been a member of the faculty of the "Strategic Retail Management Seminar," the "Top Management Seminar for Retailers and Suppliers," "Managing Brand Meaning," and the "Strategic Marketing Management" executive education programs. From 1978 to the present, he has been involved in the School's Business History program. In 1992 and 1993, he taught a course entitled "Business, Government, and the International Economy." He has also taught in numerous executive programs at the Harvard Business School as well as at corporations, including programs in marketing strategy and general management. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Load Up On Assets! Dr. Peter Linneman on Inflation, Job Growth & Interest Rates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBnPyfj2k0I&t=2161s » Life As A Rockstar - R.E.M.'s Mike Mills and Bertis Downs on Music, Fame, Business & more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ap_uWAEeaQ&t=165s Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Load Up On Assets! Dr. Peter Linneman on Inflation, Job Growth & Interest Rates Renowned economist Dr. Peter Linneman once again dazzled our host, Willy Walker, with numbers. He and Willy spoke about everything from COVID recovery and job growth to inflation and the CRE industry's path forward, with data to back up each assertion. As per usual, it was an hour filled with insight! Listen now! ABOUT THE GUEST: For over 40 years, Dr. Peter Linneman's unique blend of scholarly rigor and practical business insight has won him accolades from around the world, including PREA's prestigious Graaskamp Award for Real Estate Research, Wharton's Zell-Lurie Real Estate Center's Lifetime Achievement Award, Realty Stock Magazine's Special Achievement Award, being named "One of the 25 Most Influential People in Real Estate" by Realtor Magazine and inclusion in The New York Observer's "100 Most Powerful People in New York Real Estate".

The Future of MGM Resorts | with CEO Bill Hornbuckle Bill Hornbuckle, President & CEO of MGM Resorts International, oversees the largest gaming company in the world, including iconic properties like the Bellagio, MGM Grand, and Mirage. On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker spoke to Bill to hear how MGM navigated the pandemic, sold all its real estate, is investing in online gambling, and building new sports and entertainment offerings across the country and globe.  And oh, also how MGM built the hospitality industry's largest directly sourced renewable electricity project worldwide to supply 90% of daytime power for all of their Las Vegas properties, and how much you need to bet to get an MGM plane to pick you up!   Listen now! GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Systemization is the Key to Execution - CEO Steven DeFrancis on the immense growth of Cortland: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNq3MKuCdHQ » Culture. Creativity. And Branding. | Acceleration Partners CEO Tells All: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76wUBIBFp64&t=1s Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Weathering the Pandemic & the Future of Skiing, Golf, and Hospitality Deer Valley. Soneva. Baillie Lodges. Grand Hotel Mackinac Island. KSL Capital Partners owns some of the most iconic travel and leisure destinations in the world. On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed KSL CEO Eric Resnick. They discussed navigating the pandemic, the future of skiing, golf, and other outdoor recreation, and where KSL sees growth and opportunity in travel and leisure investing going forward.   Listen now! ABOUT THE SPEAKER Eric co-founded KSL in 2005, and currently serves as the firm's Chief Executive Officer. As CEO, Eric oversees KSL's Management and Investment Committees. Prior to co-founding KSL, from 2001 Eric was Chief Financial Officer of KSL Recreation, our predecessor. From 1996 to 2001, Eric was an executive with Vail Associates, where he served as Vice President, Strategic Planning and Investor Relations. Prior to Vail, Eric was a Consultant with McKinsey and Company. He currently serves as Vice Chairman of US Ski & Snowboard and is a trustee of its related foundation. He is a member of IREFAC (Industry Real Estate Financing Advisory Council), WTTC (World Travel and Tourism Council), and Real Estate Roundtable and is a board member of Ski and Snowboard Club Vail. He also serves on the University of Colorado Cancer Center Advisory Board. Eric holds a B.A. with distinction in Mathematics and Economics, Phi Beta Kappa, from Cornell University. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Leading Through Change | with Harvard Business School Professor John Kotter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uzWY22ceso » Culture. Creativity. And Branding. | Acceleration Partners CEO Tells All: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76wUBIBFp64 Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Leading Through Change | with Harvard Business School Professor John Kotter Renowned Harvard Business School professor Dr. John Kotter has studied, written, and lectured about leadership for decades. In his newest book, Change, Kotter dives into how corporations can effectively innovate and evolve in this fast-changing, technologically-enabled world. On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed this award-winning professor, who has impacted the thinking and approach of countless leaders, including our own CEO. Listen now! ABOUT THE SPEAKER Regarded by many as the authority on leadership and change, John P. Kotter is a best-selling author, award winning business and management thought leader, business entrepreneur and Harvard Professor. His ideas, books, and company, Kotter, help mobilize people around the world to better lead organizations in an era of increasingly rapid change. Professor Kotter's MIT and Harvard education laid the foundation for his lifelong passion for educating, motivating and helping people. His award-winning articles in The Harvard Business Review have sold more reprints than any other author's, and his 2012 article, “Accelerate!” won the McKinsey award for the world's most practical and groundbreaking thinking in the business/management arena. His books have reached millions, and have been printed in over 150 foreign language editions. His 1996 book, Leading Change, was selected by Time magazine in 2011 as one of the 25 most influential business management books ever written. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Systemization is the Key to Execution - CEO Steven DeFrancis on the immense growth of Cortland: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNq3MKuCdHQ » Culture. Creativity. And Branding. | Acceleration Partners CEO Tells All: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76wUBIBFp64&t=1s Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Culture. Creativity. And Branding. | Acceleration Partners CEO Tells All A few years ago, Robert Glazer, Founder and CEO of renowned marketing agency Acceleration Partners, started sending a weekly note to his 30 remote employees. Now over 200,000 subscribers around the globe read his Friday Forward emails for connection and inspiration. From lessons on the need for core values at work and in life to strategies for saying 'no,' Robert's opinions and his approach to life and business have resulted in Ted Talks, bestselling books, and a dedicated following. On this Walker Webcast, he sat down with Willy Walker to discuss how he handles time management, his approach to leadership, marketing, and so much more. Listen now! Two themes that arise several times are his dedication to his core values to guide every decision he makes and his approach to remote work. If you are interested in taking a course on these subjects, visit his website and use the discount code "walker" at check out here: https://www.robertglazer.com/courses/ ABOUT THE SPEAKER Bob Glazer is the founder and CEO of global partner marketing agency, Acceleration Partners. He is also the co-founder and Chairman of BrandCycle. A serial entrepreneur, Bob has a passion for helping individuals and organizations build their capacity to elevate. Under Robert's leadership, Acceleration Partners has become a recognized global leader in the affiliate and partner marketing industry, receiving numerous industry and company culture awards. A regular columnist for Forbes, Inc. and Entrepreneur, Bob's writing reaches over five million people around the globe each year who resonate with his topics, which range from performance marketing and entrepreneurship to company culture, capacity building, hiring and leadership. Worldwide, he is also a sought-after speaker by companies and organizations, especially on subjects related to business growth, culture, mindful transitions, building capacity and performance. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jh... » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Systemization is the Key to Execution - CEO Steven DeFrancis on the immense growth of Cortland: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNq3MKuCdHQ&t=168s » From a 'Clueless Kid' to Building Smart Cities - JBG Smith CEO Matt Kelly on Growth and Strategy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4pwnMj5iXY Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

From a 'Clueless Kid' to Building Smart Cities - JBG Smith CEO Matt Kelly on Growth and Strategy   While Matt Kelly may suspect that his high school principal would have called him a clueless kid, the CEO of JBG Smith is far from clueless now. Over the course of his career, Matt has taken the company public, negotiated HQ2 with Amazon, and more - not to mention he's planning to turn National Landing into an iconic smart city.    In this episode, Willy Walker talked to Matt about his career journey and the strategies he's deploying to grow JBG Smith. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Mr. Kelly is the CEO of JBG SMITH and a member of the Board of Trustees. Prior to the formation of JBG SMITH, Matt served as a Managing Partner of the JBG Companies and a member of the firm's Executive Committee and Investment Committee and was co-head of JBG's Investments Group. Prior to joining the JBG Companies in 2004, he was a co-founder of ODAC Inc., a media software company, and worked in private equity and investment banking with Thomas H. Lee Partners in Boston and Goldman Sachs, & Co in New York. Mr. Kelly currently serves on the boards of various industry, civic and philanthropic organizations including the Urban Institute and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. He is Chairman of the Board of the Medstar Washington Hospital Center and serves as an Executive in Residence of the Steers Center at the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University. He holds a Bachelor of Arts with honors from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Harvard Business School. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw/videos » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » What Drives Exceptional Performance? | with author James Kerr: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0YXAAPXbjE » The Future of Real Estate Development | with Suffolk CEO John Fish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NEIRuZ0FXI Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

What Drives Exceptional Performance? | with author James Kerr What do the New York Mets, the Navy SEALs, and Google have in common? They have all sought the expertise of James Kerr. James has dedicated his career to understanding leadership and high performance in order to help elite performers raise their game. His international bestseller, Legacy, which analyzes the rise and reign of one of the most successful sports teams in the world, the New Zealand All Blacks, is considered required reading for anyone who wants to lead an outperforming team. On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviewed James on the blueprint for winning teams: a relentless focus on excellence, a commitment to a collective cause, individual autonomy, trust initiative and accountability, and candid communication. Watch now! ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Coach Kerr is a global bestselling author, speaker and leadership consultant and helps create high performance cultures for elite teams and organizations. He is the author of the global best-seller Legacy which provides a unique insight into the culture of the world's most successful sporting team, the All Blacks, and has worked with some of the world's most exceptional organizations - from UK and US Tier One Special Forces to Formula One, in World Cup cricket and in Premiership Football, in business and in education. His clients have won world cups, championships, silverware, and wars in the desert. His forthcoming book, The Legacy Workbook, seeks to explore how leaders lead from within - defining, designing and delivering world class performance environments that leave a lasting legacy. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw/videos » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » How 17-Time Tour de France Racer Balances Entrepreneurship & Relationships: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbcUBZezceI » The Future of Real Estate Development | with Suffolk CEO John Fish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NEIRuZ0FXI Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

How 17-Time Tour de France Racer Balances Entrepreneurship & Relationships   On this Walker Webcast, George Hincapie sat down with host Willy Walker to discuss his successful businesses, the future of cycling and adventure tourism, and the results of both the Tour de France and ongoing Olympic games.  Watch to hear about how George became a tour de force in business. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: One of the most well-known names in the cycling industry, George Hincapie defined the term domestique, making a name for himself by serving his teammates and putting their needs above his own. George began racing as a young boy, winning 10 junior national titles and two world medals prior to joining the professional ranks. The following 19 years brought victories in a record 17 Ronde van Vlaanderen races and a second-place finish at the grueling Paris-Roubaix, which was the best placement of any American. George also competed 17 times in the Tour de France and won three U.S. National Road Race championships. In 2012, George retired from the professional racing circuit, but he continues to be directly involved in product development and testing for the sportswear company, as well as an integral leader for the pro cycling team. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw/videos » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » The Future of Real Estate Development | with Suffolk CEO John Fish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NEIRuZ0FXI » Character and culture - to win NCAA Championship? UMass hockey coach Carvel shares keys to success https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWpLL1wWf4Y Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

The Future of Real Estate Development | with Suffolk CEO John Fish John Fish is no longer building for the present - his eyes are set on the future and how he can help transform the real estate development industry for the next generation. On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviews the Suffolk CEO on his career journey, how he built the culture at Suffolk, the current state of CRE construction, and the future he is imagining and working towards.  Watch to hear John's take on the latest real estate development trends, and what he sees ahead.  ABOUT THE SPEAKER: John Fish is an American businessman. He is the longtime chairman and CEO of Suffolk Construction Company, the largest building company in New England, and is chair-elect of The Real Estate Roundtable. He was chair of the private effort to secure Boston's bid for the 2024 Summer Olympics. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/WalkerDunlo... » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... » Character and culture - to win NCAA Championship? UMass hockey coach Carvel shares keys to success: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWpLL1wWf4Y&t=916s » Ready for the roaring '20s?! Dr. Peter Linneman on the economic data he's tracking https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APHa_30nRsY&t=150s

Character, culture, and community - to win an NCAA Championship? UMass hockey coach Greg Carvel shares his keys to success For Greg Carvel, Head Coach of the NCAA Championship hockey team at UMass, the math for creating a high-performance team is simple: People provide character, character creates culture, and culture wins championships. Coach Carvel joined Willy Walker on the Walker Webcast to share how he took one of the worst programs in the country and made it the best, what did he do to recruit top talent, and how he is able to stay on top with so many players heading to the NHL. Greg begins by discussing how culture is critical to style, and he stresses the importance of being humble and letting others praise your virtues. More details from the discussion include: • At the 7 minute mark, he shares his experience on the “journey from worst to first” and how he persevered when Covid infiltrated their team before the national semi-final game. • His leadership style is notable (13 minute mark). He highlights that leadership trickles down an organization so it is critical to have “clarity of vision” that is articulated in a way so that others believe it. • Carvel shares what he looks for when recruiting (15 minute mark) and how he prioritizes character over the players' hockey skills. • At the 17 minute mark, tune in to hear about the UMass hockey team's core values and why connections are the most important of the five tenets: integrity, commitment, compete, connection, and unity. Carvel attributes their success as a team to the character of each individual team member. Further, he reminds us that it is important for leaders to remember they are never too big to do the little things. • At the 36 minute mark, Carvel shares the special ingredient that sets their team apart: behavior. He discusses why it is critical to create a common purpose, which was especially important when the team was stuck in a rut. • Lastly, he highlights how being authentic and vulnerable shaped their team culture. Notably, he says forming connections starts with being one's true self. (41 minute mark) • At the 51 minute mark, Carvel takes questions from the audience. • At the 56 minute mark, Walker & Dunlop Chairman and CEO Willy Walker shares his closing remarks. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Greg Carvel became head hockey coach of fledgling UMass in 2016. After a terrible 5-win season his first year, Carvel got the Minutemen to post 17 wins in year two, their highest total since 2010. After the season Carvel was given a contract extension through the 2022-23 season. Three years later, the team played for the national championship, and in 2021, won the NCAA Division 1 men's hockey title.

Who's got the pricing power? Ivy Zelman's take on the geographies rebounding the fastest A lot is happening in the housing industry. Our host, Willy Walker, brings back veteran Ivy Zelman for the Walker Webcast! Ivy, CEO and Co-Founder of the foremost housing research firm in the nation, Zelman & Associates, shares her insights into trends impacting home building and building operations, including inflation, the eviction moratoriums, homebuilding supply chains, and more. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Ivy Zelman is Chief Executive Officer of Zelman & Associates holding roughly 30 years of experience covering housing and housing-related industries. In 2007, Ivy co-founded Zelman & Associates. The firm provides analyses across all aspects of the housing spectrum. Ivy's concept for the firm remains strongly rooted in the ability to perform thematic research overlaid with proprietary surveys to produce unparalleled differentiated value-added research. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw/videos » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » The Role Technology Can Play in Improving Your Health | feat. WHOOP's Will Ahmed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWYrx9trXME » What's the Secret to Achieving Success, Personal Fulfillment and Life Satisfaction? | Jim Loehr: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtyJCrxj1LI&t=1s Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Squawk on the Street | CNBC's Co-Host David Faber on career, news and more! With millions of viewers each week, CNBC's Squawk on the Street is the go-to source for the latest business and market updates. On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker is flipping the camera and interviewing Squawk on the Street co-anchor David Faber to discuss everything from his career journey in journalism to the biggest market trends that he is reporting on today. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: An award-winning journalist and New York Times best-selling author, David Faber is a co-anchor of CNBC's “Squawk on the Street” (M-F, 9AM-11AM ET) and an anchor and co-producer of CNBC's acclaimed original documentaries and long-form programming. During the day, Faber breaks news and provides in-depth analysis on a range of business topics during the “Faber Report.” In his more than two decades with CNBC, Faber has broken many big financial stories, including Disney's deal to buy most of Twenty-First Century Fox's assets, the massive fraud at WorldCom and Rupert Murdoch's unsolicited bid for Dow Jones. Faber has reported 10 documentaries for CNBC for which he has received Loeb, Emmy, Peabody and duPont awards. His book “The Faber Report” was published by Little, Brown in spring 2002; his second book, “And Then the Roof Caved In,” was published in the summer of 2009 by John Wiley. He holds a bachelor's degree in English from Tufts University. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw/videos » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » The Role Technology Can Play in Improving Your Health | feat. WHOOP's Will Ahmed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWYrx9trXME » What's the Secret to Achieving Success, Personal Fulfillment and Life Satisfaction? | Jim Loehr: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtyJCrxj1LI&t=1s Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Harvard Professor Fritz Foley on Tax, Trade, Business & Academia Do corporate valuations make sense? What are the implications of Biden's tax proposals? And how did the pandemic change business education forever? On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviews Harvard Business School professor and corporate finance expert Fritz Foley to discuss the markets, taxes, international trade, and the future of business education. From the rise of multinational corporations and potential tax policy implications to the role of CFOs and the importance of investor relations, Fritz Foley has researched and taught it all. Listen to find out the future of business education! ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Fritz Foley is the André R. Jakurski Professor and Senior Associate Dean for Strategic Financial Planning at Harvard Business School. Prior to joining the HBS faculty in 2004, he taught at the University of Michigan Business School. He received a Ph. D. in Business Economics from Harvard University and a B.A. in Ethics, Politics, and Economics from Yale University. Professor Foley's research focuses on corporate finance. He has published papers on investment, capital structure, working capital management, dividend policy, joint ventures, intellectual property, and corporate tax policy. His work has been funded by grants from a variety of organizations including the National Science Foundation and the World Bank. He is a Research Associate in the National Bureau of Economic Research's Corporate Finance and International Trade and Investment Programs and has served as an Associate Editor of the Journal of International Economics. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw/videos » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » The Role Technology Can Play in Improving Your Health | feat. WHOOP's Will Ahmed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWYrx9trXME » What's the Secret to Achieving Success, Personal Fulfillment and Life Satisfaction? | Jim Loehr: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtyJCrxj1LI&t=1s Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Resilience, Humor, & Trust. How Great Teams Are Formed | with retired Navy SEAL commander Rich Diviney Building a high-performing team is of the utmost importance to a Navy SEAL commander, which Rich Diviney knows firsthand from his experience in that role. Since retiring, Rich has taken what he learned and discovered as a SEAL commander and is sharing it with the world. So, what's the DNA of successful teams, and how can you build them in your world? Rich joined our host, Willy Walker, on the latest Walker Webcast to discuss high performance team building and management, the difference between a skill and an attribute, how to test for attributes, the importance of aerobic thinking, and more.  ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Rich wakes up every day to discover, inspire, and accelerate the potential of human beings. His deeply held belief is that each individual has unlimited potential that, once unlocked, can lead to not only living the life of one's purpose and dreams –but also allow for inspirational contribution to others. This potential often goes untapped due to a lack of understanding and resources from which to draw upon. As a Director of Outreach for the Barry-Wehmiller Leadership Institute, Rich draws upon 20+ years of experience as a Navy SEAL Officer where he completed more than 13 overseas deployments – 11 of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. Through his career, he has achieved multiple leadership positions– to include the Commanding Officer of a Navy SEAL Command. It has been this experience that has forged in his belief system that every human being has a purpose – and why Bob Chapman's “Everybody Matters” philosophy resonates so deeply. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jh... » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... » The Role Technology Can Play in Improving Your Health | feat. WHOOP's Will Ahmed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWYrx... » From Counting Silver Dollars to Building a $32B Business | with Ventas CEO Debra Cafaro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9egRhkO6H1Q&t=603s Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walk... » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subs...

How the Pandemic Transformed Healthcare | with Ventas CEO Debra Cafaro On this Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviews Debra Cafaro to discuss her company, Ventas, Inc's, diversified portfolio of healthcare, life science, research and innovation, healthcare and senior living properties, the general trends she is tracking as Chair of the Real Estate Roundtable, her views on innovation and leadership, and more. Debra is one of the most successful and influential CEOs in the commercial real estate industry. Since joining healthcare REIT Ventas in 1999, she has set and overseen execution of a long-term strategy that has driven the company from a struggling $200M market capitalization into an industry leader with an enterprise value of $32B. Her incredible work has landed her on Forbes Magazine's World's 100 Most Powerful Women list twice, Harvard Business Review's The CEO 100 list for six consecutive years, and Modern Healthcare's 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare list. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Debra A. Cafaro is the Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Ventas, Inc., an S&P 500 company and real estate investment trust that owns approximately 1,200 healthcare, research and innovation and senior living properties in North America and the United Kingdom and serves as the premier capital provider to leading care providers and research institutions. A recognized industry leader, Cafaro set and oversaw execution of a long-term strategy that drove Ventas's market capitalization to $28 billion in 2019, from $200 million since her leadership began in 1999. The Company's compound annual total shareholder return (TSR) has exceeded 20 percent for the 21 years ended December 31, 2020. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw/videos » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » The Role Technology Can Play in Improving Your Health | feat. WHOOP's Will Ahmed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWYrx9trXME » What's the Secret to Achieving Success, Personal Fulfillment and Life Satisfaction? | Jim Loehr: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtyJCrxj1LI&t=1s Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

The Role Technology Can Play in Improving Your Health | feat. WHOOP's Will Ahmed Unicorn health and technology company WHOOP is being used by Rory McIlroy, Patrick Mahomes, and people like YOU to measure sleep, strain, recovery, and health. WHOOP founder and CEO Will Ahmed joined Willy Walker on this week's Walker Webcast to discuss how he built WHOOP into a start-up worth over $1 billion, and how WHOOP data is transforming lives. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Will Ahmed is the Founder and CEO of WHOOP, which has developed next generation wearable technology for optimizing human performance and health. WHOOP members range from professional athletes and fortune 500 CEOs to fitness enthusiasts and executives to military personnel and healthcare workers. Ahmed has raised more than $200 million from top investors and has an active advisory board that consists of some of the world's most notable cardiologists, technologists, marketers, and designers. Ahmed wrote “The Feedback Tool: Measuring Fitness, Intensity, and Recovery,” which sparked the underlying physiology and engineering for his work today. Ahmed was recently named to the 2020 Fortune 40 Under 40 Healthcare list and previously named to Forbes 30 Under 30 and Boston Business Journal 40 Under 40. In 2020, WHOOP was named Fast Company's Most Innovative Company for Wellness. Before founding WHOOP, Ahmed was named a 2011 Harvard College Scholar for finishing in the top 10% of his class and a CSA Scholar Athlete; he captained the Harvard Men's Varsity Squash Team. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw/videos » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Investing in 2021: BlackRock's Kate Moore on market activity and investment advice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJyOXk169Wo » What's the Secret to Achieving Success, Personal Fulfillment and Life Satisfaction? | Jim Loehr: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtyJCrxj1LI&t=1s Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

What's the Secret to Achieving Success, Personal Fulfillment and Life Satisfaction? | Jim Loehr Tells All What is the single most critical factor in achieving success, personal fulfillment, and life satisfaction? The strength of one's character. In his latest book, Leading with Character, world-renowned performance psychologist and co-founder of the Johnson & Johnson Human Performance Institute, Dr. Jim Loehr writes that you must build character the same way you build muscle - through practice and energy investment. On this week's Walker Webcast, Willy Walker interviews Dr. Loehr to discuss how his work with elite athletes, Fortune 100 executives, FBI Hostage Rescue Teams, and more has shaped his views on mental toughness, character-building, and leaving a positive legacy. Keep watching to learn how to reclaim your peak performance. Listen to our discussion on mental fortitude and decision making. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Dr. Jim Loehr is the co-founder of the Johnson & Johnson Human Performance Institute, which helped train and inspire more than 250,000 business, sports, medicine, and military leaders worldwide. World-renowned performance psychologist, researcher, and author of 17 books including his most recent, Leading With Character, and the national bestseller The Power of Full Engagement. ​​Dr. Loehr holds a masters and doctorate in psychology and is a full member of the American Psychological Association. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw/videos » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Investing in 2021: BlackRock's Kate Moore on market activity and investment advice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJyOXk169Wo » Are we getting our money's worth? Dr. Peter Linneman on Stimulus, Inflation and our Collective Enemy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VG_y99OdeCA Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Investing in 2021: BlackRock's Kate Moore on market activity and investment advice Roaring 20s? Asset bubble? Rate hikes? Willy Walker interviews BlackRock Managing Director Kate Moore on the investment opportunities worth tracking, the hot trends Kate's keeping a speculative eye on, and the geographic markets she sees as most (and least) promising.  Keep watching to learn the importance of diversifying your investments. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Kate Moore, Managing Director, is a member of the Global Allocation investment team and Head of Thematic Strategy. Her investment mandate includes identifying opportunities to exploit structural change, policy evolution, and dislocations across global industries. She is a member of the Human Capital Committee. Ms. Moore's service with the firm dates back to June 2016, when she joined as Chief Equity Strategist in the BlackRock Investment Institute. In that role, she was responsible for research on global equity markets, formulating tactical investment recommendations, and delivering thought leadership to both internal stakeholders and clients. Ms. Moore regularly contributes her macro and financial market views across a variety of global media outlets. She holds a B.A. in Political and Social Thought from the University of Virginia, where she currently serves on the Board of Managers of the Alumni Association. She also holds an M.A. in Political Economy from the University of Chicago. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw/videos » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ RELATED WEBCASTS: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker​ hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Guests include prominent CEOs, academics, high-ranking government officials, and sports heroes. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Data, analysis, & insight into the economy and commercial real estate market with Dr. Peter Linneman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1z-Pt9modLE&list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk » Has the Pandemic Forced Companies to Rethink their Communication Strategies?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=matZrSSdcNU&list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe

Has the Pandemic Forced Companies to Rethink their Communication Strategies? The pandemic changed everything — where we work, how we live, and what we consume. So how has your internal and external communications strategy changed? Willy Walker interviews Russell Dubner, President & CEO, U.S. of global communications powerhouse Edelman to discuss communication strategies, social media, and why Americans are looking to corporate America for policy, solutions and leadership coming out of the pandemic. Keep watching to learn Russell's tips on how to build a branding strategy. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Russell Dubner is a 25+ year veteran of Edelman, a global communications firm that partners with leading businesses and organizations to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. He oversees the U.S. region, the firm's largest operation. Russell counsels a wide range of clients, from stalwarts like Samsung, REI, PwC, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Nationwide, Juniper and Two Sigma, to fast-growth companies like NEOU, Eargo and others. He also oversees the firm's commitment to gun safety, including a pro bono engagement with the Gun Safety Alliance. Russell recently established Edelman's performance communications offering –a first-of-its kind application of emerging communications data and technology to cultivate and engage earned audiences. Additional contributions to the firm's IP and offerings include tenets for enduring engagement, reputation recovery methodology, and a communications guide to the shifting media ecosystem. » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast​ here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/​

Is Wall Street Upbeat About the Outlook of the Economy Post-Pandemic? Willy Walker interviews Morgan Stanley's Head of U.S. CRE Research, Richard Hill and JPMorgan's Head of Consumer and Specialty Finance Research, Rick Shane to discuss commercial real estate, banking, and consumer finance coming out of the COVID pandemic. They discuss: the comparison of the Great Financial Crisis and the economic turmoil caused by the Pandemic the likelihood of student loan forgiveness and the potential impact on the lending and housing spaces; and predictions pertaining to the performance of different asset classes, including multifamily, retail, and hospitality. Keep watching to find out Richard and Rick's biggest concern about the commercial real estate sector. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS: Rick Shane is Head of J.P. Morgan's Consumer & Specialty Finance team. With more than 18 years of experience as a Senior Analyst, Rick offers thought leadership across multiple verticals. He has consistently received top rankings by Institutional Investor, the WSJ, Starmine and Thompson Reuters and was cited by Bloomberg as one of the "World's Best Financial Services Analysts." He is a graduate of the Johns Hopkins University, Boston College Law School and the University of Chicago GSB. Richard Hill is a Managing Director covering the US commercial real estate market and leads Morgan Stanley's US REIT Equity and Commercial Real Estate Debt research teams. Richard joined the Firm in 2013 and has been an II-ranked CMBS analyst for several years. He has covered the industry in various capacities for 18 years in both banking and research roles, including positions at Royal Bank of Scotland and Banc of America Securities. Prior to becoming a research analyst, Richard worked in the Structured Securities Group of Banc of America Securities, where he was responsible for the origination, structuring, and distribution of securitization backed by CRE debt. He started his career in that bank's Interest Rate Derivatives group, where he structured hedging strategies for CRE developers. Richard is a graduate of Georgetown University, with a BSBA in Finance. » See upcoming guests here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/​

Redefining the 'Old' Narrative: Rethinking What Baby Boomers REALLY Want Will older adults cause a disruption in the economy as they continue to age? Willy Walker interviews Dr. Joseph F. Coughlin, Director of the MIT AgeLab, and author of "The Longevity Economy: Unlocking the World's Fastest-Growing Most Misunderstood Market" this week, they discuss how 'oldness' is being redefined in terms of this demographic's impact on business and economic power. Also discussed: 1. How businesses and society need to understand the needs and aspirations of #babyboomers and in turn tailor their goods and services to meet boomers' valuable and disruptive demographic's needs 2. Product changes driven by older consumers hacking products not originally designed for them Dr. Coughlin also discusses his thoughts on how the idea of 'oldness' stifles business thinking and how to best serve baby boomers as a group of consumers, workers, and innovators. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Joseph F. Coughlin teaches in MIT's Department of Urban Studies & Planning and the Sloan School's Advanced Management Program. Coughlin conducts research on the impact of global demographic change and technology trends on consumer behavior and business strategy. He advises a wide variety of global firms in financial services, healthcare, leisure and travel, luxury goods, real estate, retail, technology, and transportation. Coughlin has served on advisory boards for firms such as Bell Canada, British Telecom, Daimler, Fidelity Investments and Sanofi-Aventis. He was appointed by President George W. Bush to the White House Advisory Committee on Aging and by Governor Charlie Baker to the Governor's Council on Aging in Massachusetts where he co-chaired the Innovation & Technology Subcommittee.

CRE shark tank! PropTech trends venture capitalists are tracking. Fifth Wall's Brendan Wallace and Camber Creek's Casey Berman join Willy Walker to discuss how Property Technology is transforming the CRE space and the investment areas they are keeping an eye on.

Former Prologis CEO Walt Rakowich joins Willy Walker to discuss the leadership lessons outlined in his book "Transfluence: How to Lead with Transformative Influence in Today's Climates of Change" and his experience leading Prologis through the Great Recession.

Great Place to Work® CEO Michael C. Bush and McKinsey & Company's Chairman of North America Gary Pinkus join Willy Walker to discuss how to identify great companies, the keys to developing strong workplace culture, and what great companies will look like in the future.

Willy Walker is joined by Wharton Professor and author of “2030: How Today's Biggest Trends Will Collide And Reshape The Future Of Everything" Dr. Mauro Guillén. Mr. Walker & his guest discuss the demographic shifts, automation trends, geopolitical and economic evolutions, and technological advancements that are shaping our world.

Willy Walker is joined by Stephanie Linnartz, Group President, Consumer Operations, Technology & Emerging Businesses at Marriott. Stephanie and Willy discuss multiple topics, including where Marriott is today as well as the future of the hospitality industry. Stephanie speaks to the lessons learned and skills crafted from growing up in the industry. She emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence, and how this skill has driven the hospitality industry through the pandemic. Ultimately, she explains, good leadership is about taking care of your people. (2:20-6:00) Stephanie describes the dichotomy of being in leadership positions for both Home Depot and Marriott, as Home Depot has seen some of its best numbers in years, while the hospitality industry suffers. (6:01-8:30) Stephanie explains her belief that 2021 will be better than 2020 for the hospitality industry, but still down from peak numbers in 2019. While most people project those peak numbers won't be back until 2023, Stephanie says they're seeing a huge hunger for travel, and hopes that means we won't have to wait that long. (8:31-14:55) Willy and Stephanie discuss the impact of a video statement made by Marriott CEO, Arne Sorenson, in the early days of the pandemic. Stephanie remarks on the message, admiring Sorenson's openness, honesty, and transparency with employees on what Marriott would be doing to manage the pandemic. She says it serves as just one example of how Arne and Marriott leadership work with their employees, and how their actions reflect Marriott's core values. (14:56-22:10) Stephanie expresses her concern that the huge amount of jobs lost in the pandemic will erase years of economic progress made by women and minorities. She focuses on reopening for the purpose of getting people back to work, and she addresses the changes in workforce dynamics going forward. (22:11-27:04) Stephanie elaborates on the cost effects of hotel maintenance and how this, paired with a drop in demand, affects pricing structures. (27:05-29:14) Stephanie speculates that hybrid meetings will be widespread in the next few months, and conventions and group business will be coming back in the latter half of 2021, contingent on the availability of the COVID vaccine. (29:15-35:58) Stephanie expresses her confidence in travel rewards programs, specifically Marriott Bonvoy, and their ability to innovate during the pandemic. Stephanie explains that Marriott has carved out a niche in the home rental market by launching Marriott Homes & Villas, a business that offers a high-quality home rental experience. (36:00-46:39) As the episode ends, Willy asks Stephanie how the hotel experience will be different for guests well after the pandemic is over. She discusses the increased use of technology and data, but stresses that the warm welcome and guest experience will only continue to get better. (46:40- 48:55)

Willy Walker is joined by Dr. Peter Linneman, Principal of Linneman and Associates. Peter and Willy talk through the economic comeback after the COVID-19 pandemic, and what progress will be made by summer 2021. (1:15-4:17) Peter discusses President-Elect Biden's economic team, comparing their ideologies to President Obama's economic policies revolving around Keynesian economics. (4:18-6:05) Peter urges people to focus on GDP and employment growth, and to begin thinking of employers and employees as allied forces who thrive in a growth economy. (6:06-8:50) Peter speaks to the current high unemployment rates because of the pandemic shutdown. He believes society should do what it can to compensate the hotel, retail, tourism, etc. workers who fell victim to the pandemic via government spending. (8:51-17:00) While we lost around 8.6 million jobs in 2020, approximately 8 million of those jobs have come back in large part because of the development of the COVID vaccine. This influx of jobs and money into the economy will lead to inflation, but Peter explains he believes this will be inflation of asset prices rather than retail prices. (17:01-27:46) Willy asks Peter about what types of investments folks should be looking at post-pandemic. Peter goes through his Linneman letter, where he breaks down a model to show that the best investments to make are in multi-family homes. (27:47-34:48) In Q3, e-commerce sales accounted for 14 percent of all retail sales. Peter believes they will continue to grow, however he stresses that they were projected to get to this point by 2022, but growth was accelerated due to the pandemic. Peter points out that, going forward, e-commerce will take more of the market, but brick and mortar will be a huge part of pick-up, delivery, and logistics. (34:49-40:53) Willy asks Peter about office spaces and working in the future. Peter explains that we went too far downsizing offices and in the amount of square footage per employee, and that re-opening offices will involve expanding space per employee. (40:54-50:11) As the episode ends, Peter explains the shortage in the housing market and why multi-family seems to be doing better than single homes. (50:12-54:36)

In this episode of Driven by Insight, Willy Walker is joined by Aneel Bhusri, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Workday. Aneel begins by talking about his family and how his parents' love for math and science led him to the career path he is on today. He also talks about his journey with Co-Founder Dave Duffield and how Dave helped mentor him and shape his values in the business world. (1:19-6:21) Willy asks Aneel about his prior career at PeopleSoft, specifically how his relationship with Dave Duffield grew throughout their time at the company. (6:22-9:49) Willy asks Aneel why he turned down an offer to be the CEO of PeopleSoft. He mentions the importance of humility in business and understanding when to turn down opportunities. (9:50-11:07) Aneel speaks to his return to PeopleSoft and the rejuvenation efforts he undertook with Dave Duffield, which furthered their bond with one another as business partners. (11:08-14:44) Aneel continues to walk through his professional journey when Willy asks him about his and Dave's journey in creating Workday. Aneel goes into what set Workday apart from SAP and Oracle at the time, and what led him and Dave to believe they would succeed. (14:45-21:57) Aneel explains the current state of the competition between Workday and companies like SAP and Oracle. (21:58-24:19) Aneel talks about Workplace's unique mission in having a good work community. He describes that happy employees lead to satisfied customers, which leads to a unified business model. (24:20-26:54) Aneel talks about the difference between software development and data science groups at Workday. Willy asks why there has been a recent emphasis on data science, and Aneel answers by saying that data can be valuable in making predictions for the future, specifically in career paths and auditing. This creates value for data, which leads to a demand for technology to enable these predictions. (26:55-34:45) Aneel uses his relationship with Dave Duffield as an example of finding friends who have a complimentary skill set to drive success in partnerships. (34:46-39:09) Aneel advises budding entrepreneurs to know what kinds of problems are important, and to do this by listening to the feedback of customers. (39:10-43:52) Willy concludes the interview by asking Aneel about his participation in the Giving Pledge. Aneel shares his focus on giving in ways that help with food security and education. He concludes by sharing how his business is working to improve diversity within the company. (43:53-50:41

In this episode, Willy Walker interviews Kate Moore who is the managing director at BlackRock and head of Thematic Strategy. An expert in investments and markets, Kate spends time sharing her outlook for 2021 and beyond. The interview begins with Kate giving her thoughts on the accelerated economic restart and where we are as an economy. (1:41-4:59) Kate explains how certain platforms and technology innovations used before the pandemic have now been turbo charged as a result. She believes that these changes and turbo charged platforms will remain even after the pandemic. (5:00-6:14) Kate shares that as growth improves and the economy reopens, short-term inflation should be expected. When it comes to the market and manufacturing, as companies shift their supply chain and as the markets reopen, efficiency will be improved and increases in costs will be dampened. (6:15- 12:13) Willy asks Kate about her thoughts on the unemployment rate. As things begin to reopen, Kate explains how companies may be slower to rehire in order to protect their margins. (12:14-15:32) Kate gives her thoughts about the financial strategies that companies will put in place as reopening accelerates. (15:33-20:12) Willy asks Kate to share her thoughts on how consumers will approach markets and investments as reopening continues. She explains how the tools that were used in equity risks are currently unavailable to consumers, providing them with uncertainty in their investment. She also touches on defensive stocks and how one can approach them wisely. (20:13-26:45) Kate talks about the presence of disruptors in structural changes, emphasizing the importance of taking time to think through a business model and being creative about the solutions provided. (26:46-33:59) With the rise of technology in recent times, Kate speaks about the technology platform BlackRock uses, which is called Aladdin. She points out its pros, specifically in risk management and access to data. (34:00-38:16) Kate provides her take that international investment offers less than what you would receive from the United States. However, she goes on to share her enthusiasm about new business models, especially in China, that are growing. (38:17-44:56) Willy moves on to ask Kate about her favorite sources she uses for her job at BlackRock. She shares the importance of always challenging your thinking and reading alternate opinions, as well as having different sources of learning. (44:57-49:46) Kate shares her experience of being a female Wall Street Investor in a male-dominated field. (49:47-52:15) Kate gives her thoughts about ESG and sustainable investing as she prioritizes a mindset of sustainability. She concludes by giving advice to investors looking to identify what is important to their investing process. (52:16-56:29)

In this episode, Willy Walker is joined by Owen Thomas and Mark Parrell. Owen is CEO of Boston Properties, the largest developer and owner of Class A office properties and a top leader in sustainability. Mark is the CEO of Equity Residential, a company focused on the acquisition, management, and development of residential properties. Willy begins the interview with the topic of how the pandemic has affected the office sector. Owen shares that when people do not come into the office, it causes other local businesses and big city economies to suffer. Owen explains how companies want people back at work, but are concerned about liability. (3:09-10:28) Mark shares his optimism of the cities' ability to recover from the pandemic and his belief that once they are reenergized, renters will return. However, he notes that for this to happen, good leadership is required. (10:29-13:26) Another effect of the pandemic has been how economic vibrancy in other areas is causing movement from big cities. Mark responds to this by pointing out how the pandemic has caused big cities to lose some people. As things begin to open, however, the pull to move back to the city will become stronger due to both price and activation. (13:27-19:47) Willy moves on to ask mark how EQR has managed the challenges of the California market during the pandemic. Mark explains how rental rates are doing well because they are open to communication with tenants. Mark goes on to explain how this communication means directly contacting residents and being willing to work with them. Additionally, he explains the need to reach an agreement on a stimulus bill that is needed to help people get back on their feet. (19:48-29:56) Willy then asks Mark and Owen to share their thoughts on Prop 15. They share their opinions and how this bill would have been negative for landlords and businesses, and would have had a negative impact on industries. They instead encourage changes to be made through good leadership, which calls for action from people and for voices to be heard. (29:57-35:55) Mark explains how the fact that hard rents have gone down will create more opportunity in the overall market. His own company, along with others, are working towards giving good deals and cap rates to help increase opportunities. (35:56-40:23) Mark describes EQR's current position in the market and their perspective towards seeking new acquisitions. (40:24-43:01) While Mark sees shared workspace as having a place in the commercial office world, he explains that the pandemic has made it difficult for this to be implemented. (43:02-49:38) Willy concludes the podcast by asking Mark and Owen to share ways in which they have incorporated diversity and inclusion into their companies. Mark explains how they have broadened their industry to hire highly qualified people of all types and have made it a goal to have a board that reflects diversity. Owen shares that they have put in place a diversity and inclusion committee to offer advice on how to improve diversity. (49:39-56:53)

Willy Walker and Barry Sternlicht, Chairman & CEO of Starwood Capital Group, discuss the CRE market's performance, touching on asset class performance across Starwood's vast holdings and investments, the path forward for our country and economy, and where and when investment opportunities could present themselves. Walker Webcast Replay - April 22, 2020

In episode 38 of Fly on the Wall, Brendan catches up with Willy Walker, Chairman & CEO of commercial real estate finance and lending firm Walker & Dunlop. Willy shares data driven insights from across the hospitality, retail, and multifamily asset classes, and explains how the firm's technology strategy played into its lending of $6.6 billion in Q2 of 2020. They also discuss the current flow of innovation across the U.S., from the migration of knowledge workers to major tech and real estate companies making the decision to relocate their headquarters.Original release date: November 2, 2020Watch this episode at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQe_w30fFtgLearn more about Fifth Wall at https://fifthwall.com/This podcast is presented for informational purposes only, is not intended to recommend any investment, and is not an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to purchase an interest in any current or future investment vehicle managed or sponsored by Fifth Wall Ventures Management, LLC or its affiliates (collectively, “Fifth Wall”; any such investment vehicle, a “Fund”). Any such solicitation of an offer to purchase an interest will be made by a definitive private placement memorandum or other offering document. Forward-looking statements and opinions as to real estate markets or any other matters, as expressed in this presentation, are those of the individual presenters, but are not necessarily the views of Fifth Wall as a firm, and cannot constitute a guarantee of future success or profitable results. As a result, investors should not rely on such forward-looking statements and/or opinions, or on anything else contained in this podcast, in making their investment decisions. Moreover, certain information contained herein may have been obtained from published and non-published sources prepared by other parties and may not have been updated through the date hereof. While such information is believed to be reliable for the purposes for which it is used herein, Fifth Wall does not assume any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of such information, and such information has not been independently verified by Fifth Wall. This presentation speaks as of its publication date, and Fifth Wall undertakes no obligation to update any of the information herein.In addition, to the extent that any prior performance information is contained in this podcast presentation, prospective investors should bear in mind that past results are not necessarily indicative of future results, and there can be no assurance that any Fund will achieve results comparable to those of any prior or existing Fund or portfolio investment of Fifth Wall.None of the information contained herein has been filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, any securities administrator under any state securities laws or any other domestic or foreign governmental or self-regulatory authority. No such governmental or self-regulatory authority has passed or will pass on the merits of the offering of interests in any Fund or the adequacy of the information contained herein. Any representation to the contrary is unlawful.This communication is intended only for persons resident in jurisdictions where the distribution or availability of this communication would not be contrary to applicable laws or regulations. Any products mentioned in this podcast may not be eligible for sale in some states or countries. Prospective investors should inform themselves as to the legal requirements and tax consequences of an investment in a Fund within the countries of their citizenship, residence, domicile and place of business.Investors should consult their own financial, tax, legal and other advisors in connection with any proposed investment and should carefully review all disclosures and descriptions of risk factors that are contained in relevant offering materials.

Willy Walker, Chairman and CEO of Walker & Dunlop and a board member of the Real Estate Roundtable and the Mortgage Bankers Association, joins Sam Chandan to discuss the outlook for the economy, the labor market, and real estate. Walker shares his views on the challenges facing different real estate asset classes, policy interventions in support of American jobs, and the case for a national infrastructure program.

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William “Willy” Walker is the chairman, president and CEO of Walker & Dunlop, a 76-year-old company that is the tenth largest commercial mortgage lender in the United States. The company was co-founded by his grandfather in 1937. For most people, joining the family business right after college would have been the automatic choice. But when Willy received his MBA from Harvard, he took a daring, unexpected detour. In true entrepreneurial fashion, Willy by-passed apprenticeship, refused great offers from several top American firms, and instead flew south: first to Chile to work for a venture capital firm, then to Argentina, where he drafted a plan for a startup airline – knowing very little about aviation. The advice given to him by a mentor was a guiding principle: “Accumulate as many scars as quickly as possible.” In conversation with ENTREPRENEURradio, Willy illustrates the advantages of taking risks and confronting failure early on. His experiences in South America (where cultural differences sometimes led him into tough spots) taught him how to balance his idealism with the realities of being out in the field. He says: “You need to be prepared to accept failure, and you need to understand that this is a marathon, not a sprint. Put your head down and keep pushing forward.” The ability to push forward served him well when, after more than ten years in Latin America Europe, he returned to Washington to lead Walker & Dunlop through the difficult 2008 real estate crisis. The risks he took- and the triumphs he achieved- earned him the 2011 Ernst and Young “Entrepreneur of the Year” award for his category in the Washington area. How willing are you to take risks as you navigate the realities of business? Download this podcast at ENTREPRENEURradio.org for more.