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In this episode of the BUILT2SUIT Podcast, host Greg Simpson sits down with industry leader Ron Grabowski, and Kyle Klahre, Director of Refrigeration at Cuhaci Peterson, to unpack one of the most complex shifts in the industry: the transition of commercial refrigeration systems. From the AIM Act to evolving state regulations to CO2 vs. A2L refrigerants, the conversation explores the uncertainty re...

On this episode of BUILT2SUIT, how Greg Simpson is joined by Scott Martin, Senior Director of Industry Relations and Compliance at Hillphoenix, and Kyle Klahre, Director of Refrigeration at Cuhaci Peterson to explore the future of commercial refrigeration. They break down the impact of the AIM Act, shifting regulations, and the industry’s move toward l ow-GWP refrigerants like CO₂ and propane, alo...

In Part 2 of our conversation with Nicholas Childs of Autodesk , we go deeper into how AI, automation, and digital twins are reshaping the built environment, and what firms should be doing right now to prepare. Nicholas breaks down why automation must come before AI , how messy data can derail even the best technology strategies, and why digital twins don’t need to be perfect to deliver real busin...

In Part 1 of this BUILT2SUIT two-parter, host Greg Simpson sits down with Nicholas Childs, Senior Sales Specialist at Autodesk Forma, for a wide-ranging conversation about unconventional career paths, the realities of early tech sales, and how curiosity, not credentials, often drives success. Nicholas shares how bouncing between colleges, working direct sales at Square, and launching games with Ub...

On this episode, guest host Nathan Griffis sits down with Stephen Eigenrauch, partner at Grace Construction, to explore the realities of growing a construction company across 13 market sectors from retail and automotive to large‑scale institutional projects. Steve shares how Grace Construction grew from a “rowboat with one oar” to a multi‑state operation. The conversation covers the importance of...

On this episode of the BUILT2SUIT Podcast, guest host Nathan Griffis sits down with Justin Korinis, President of Sabre Advisors, for a fast‑paced, entertaining, and deeply insightful conversation on the power of relationships in commercial real estate. Justin shares stories from his 15 years attending ICSC, how early in his career he booked every minute of his day, why tearing his Achilles before...

In this episode of the BUILT2SUIT Podcast, guest host Nathan Griffis sits down with Paul Riemer, President of Riemer Insurance Group, a second‑generation leader of a 48‑year‑old family business. Paul shares powerful and practical insights on risk management, cyber security, and the evolving challenges companies face as threats become more sophisticated. He recounts his own firm’s real-life cyber i...

In this episode, Heather Moraes, attorney at Winderweedle, Haines, Ward & Woodman, joins guest host Nathan Griffis to discuss grit, growth, and navigating the evolving world of commercial real estate. Heather brings honesty, insight, and humor as she shares how persistence drives her work in getting deals across the finish line. Heather reveals why seeing the whole picture matters far more tha...

In this inspiring episode recorded live at ICSC Florida 2025, guest host Nathan Griffis sits down with Alex Evans, Managing Director of Colliers International, to explore the power of service, leadership, and community in the real estate industry. Alex shares the origin story of his nonprofit, The Greatest Commandment, Inc., founded during the pandemic to serve the homeless and underserved in Cent...

In this episode, guest host Nathan Griffis reconnects with longtime friend Erin Ondercin, Business Development Manager at Bowman, for a fun, high‑energy, insight‑packed conversation recorded at ICSC Florida 2025. Erin shares how her background in bodybuilding and powerlifting cultivated the mental discipline, preparation, and adaptability that fuel her success in business development. She explains...

What if grocery retailers never had to buy refrigeration equipment again? In this episode of the Built2Suit Podcast, Kyle Payne, Head of U.S. Sales at Lowe Rental, explains how “refrigeration as a service” is transforming grocery retail, cold chain infrastructure, and e-commerce fulfillment. Instead of owning and maintaining expensive refrigeration systems, grocers can deploy modular, connected re...

In this episode of BUILT2SUIT, guest host Nathan Griffis sits down with Teresa Grashof, Executive Vice President at Ferber Company. Teresa shares insights on retail development, mentorship, leadership, and the importance of relationships in commercial real estate. Teresa discusses her passion for mentoring younger team members and helping them understand both the technical and relational sides of...

In this episode of Built2Suit, Joe Brady, Partner at LRG Investors, shares a powerful perspective on the future of work, artificial intelligence, and the role of real estate in shaping human connection. Joe explains how technology has fundamentally decoupled “work” from the traditional office, creating one of the largest platform shifts in modern history. Drawing comparisons to the Industrial Revo...

In this episode of Built2Suit , host Greg Simpson sits down with Kyle Payne, Head of U.S. Sales at Lowe, to explore how speed, flexibility, and refrigeration are reshaping grocery e-commerce. Kyle shares his unconventional career path—from mobility carts and smart cart technology to high-end commercial refrigeration—and explains why solving the “problems on the periphery” often unlocks the biggest...

On this episode of the Built2Suit Podcast , Greg Simpson sits down with Michael Boyarski , commercial real estate agent at Welco Realty, to explore the trends reshaping Florida and the broader commercial real estate market. Michael explains why Florida continues to attract developers from the Northeast, highlighting tax advantages, quality of life, and a more business-friendly development environm...

Retail isn't dead, it just needs better ideas. In this episode of the Built2Suit Podcast, Nathan Griffis talks with Josh Harris, Senior Vice President at Crossmark Services, about the evolution of retail real estate and the misunderstood “death of the mall.” Josh argues that malls didn’t fail because of demand, but because of rigid financial thinking and a lack of creativity. He shares insigh...

Recorded live at ICSC Florida, Nathan Griffis sits down with Craig Kopko, Executive Vice President of Development at WMG Development, LLC, for a candid conversation about trust, growth, and authenticity in commercial real estate. Craig shares why developers should slow down on over-promising in today’s challenging market, how honest communication builds long-term relationships, and what landlords...

Fewer young people are entering the trades — but what if we introduced them to robots that can print buildings? 🤖 On this episode, Nathan Griffis sits down with Darin Ross, CEO and Founder of FMG, to discuss how 3D concrete printing is transforming commercial construction. Darin shares how FMG became an early adopter of the technology, lessons learned from “failing forward” on one of the largest...

Nathan Griffis recently had the chance to sit down with Colliers Executive VP, David Gabbai, at ICSC@FLORIDA. With more than $1B in closed transaction value, David has built a reputation as a leading site selection specialist in the restaurant, hospitality and retail corporate real estate sectors. Beyond his professional success, he’s passionate about giving back to the industry that has given him...

Our Nathan Griffis had the pleasure of joining 4ACRE Commercial Real Estate Owner, Nicholas Fouraker, CCIM, for a great 1-1 session at ICSC@FLORIDA, diving deep into how Nicholas worked passionately to overcome adversity and his drive to get to the place where he can impact lives. Most recently, his successful run for Mayor of Belle Isle, Florida and the launch of his own company. These are the vo...

In this episode, host Greg Simpson sits down with Greg Faucher, Vice President of Operations and Delivery at Cuhaci Peterson, for a wide-ranging conversation on career development, knowledge management, technology, and the human side of the architecture and design profession. Greg Faucher shares his journey from education-focused architecture and residential development to retail, operations, and...

In a recent discussion at ICSC@FLORIDA, our Greg Simpson had the pleasure to sit down with John Crossman, CCIM, CRX from CrossMarc Services. John is a developer, author, husband and father and his passion for living life with a capital 'L' while also giving back to the community through real estate education are making an impact, both personally and professionally. Have a listen... These...

In this episode of the Built2Suit Podcast , Nathan Griffis sits down with Julie Fox , Vice President of Retail Leasing at MCB Real Estate , to discuss leadership, mentorship, and the future of retail real estate. Julie shares the story behind founding The Pipeline , a national network empowering women in the industry, and how a simple question— “Why not you?” —sparked a movement now connecting hun...

Our Nathan Griffis recently had the opportunity to sit down with Beth Azor, The Canvassing Queen herself at ICSC@FLORIDA, for a short, fun-filled and fast-moving discussion. Beth is a leader, coach, mentor and the founder and owner of Azor Advisory Services, Inc., a leading commercial real estate advisory and investment firm. Her passion for the industry, and the people in it, has led her to write...

In the premiere episode of the Built2Suit Podcast , host Greg Simpson sits down with Krishna Rao, founder of Studio Parametric, for a candid and inspiring conversation about architecture, entrepreneurship, and cross-cultural collaboration. From his early days in Bangalore, India, to studying at Parsons School of Design in New York, Krishna shares how his experiences shaped his design philosophy an...