The Weekly Take from CBRE

Many people are eyeing outdated office buildings as a way to address the housing shortage. But office-to-apartment conversions can be tricky. Victrix’s Anoop Davé and Tim Gordon, along with CBRE’s Steve Timmel, discuss how they are making conversions work.

What’s in store for commercial real estate in 2023? Find out what Byron Carlock, PwC’s U.S. Real Estate lead, and Richard Barkham, CBRE’s Global Chief Economist, think.

As the curtain closes on 2022 and opems on a new Broadway season, The Shubert Organization’s Julio Peterson and CBRE’s Mary Ann Tighe join Spencer Levy to discuss the Times Square theater district’s central role in another New York City comeback. Enjoy this encore presentation of one of our favorite episodes of '22

Commercial real estate had its share of memorable moments this year: return-to-office and hybrid work plans, the workplace as a talent magnet and navigating an economic recovery that’s likely fading toward recession. Spencer Levy revisits the highlights of 2022 and offers a look ahead to 2023.

Among the nation’s premier live-work-play cities, Denver’s near the top. ULI Colorado’s Rodney Milton and CBRE’s Katie Kruger join Spencer Levy to share a bird’s eye view of the Mile High City’s success story.

Retail banking is undergoing a transformation. Workplace design experts from Fifth Third Bank offer insights on how the modern bank is reimagining its experience for customers and employees, everything from gamification of wellness benefits to bespoke scents and atrium music.

Southern California has more industrial real estate than most countries. How will a changing economy affect a huge market that today has historically low vacancy and diminishing supply? Rexford Industrial’s Laura Clark and CBRE’s Barbara Perrier offer insights.

Multifamily investors need data to measure their social impact and renters need a way to build credit. Esusu’s Samir Goel, Kayne Anderson’s Amanda Nunnink and CBRE’s Chelsea Cutler join Spencer Levy to offer insights on proving and improving equity, sustainability and resilience.

As the curtain rises on a new Broadway season, The Shubert Organization’s Julio Peterson and CBRE’s Mary Ann Tighe join Spencer Levy to discuss the Times Square theater district’s central role in another New York City comeback.

The pandemic brought leisure travel to a near-standstill, but short-term rental demand proved resilient. AirDNA’s Scott Shatford and Jamie Lane and CBRE’s Rachael Rothman explain the sector’s efforts to improve data collection and insight and how short-term rentals appeal to visitors.

What opportunities do global investors see in real estate? International investor Michael Smith of Mapletree joins Spencer Levy to share insights on the markets and sectors he finds most attractive.

Industrial real estate remains one of the best-performing asset classes. Link Logistics’ Nick Pell and CBRE’s David Murphy join Spencer Levy to discuss supply chain trends and what they portend for industrial demand.

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, Clarion Partners’ Pedro Niño and CBRE’s Armando Nuñez and Nellie Cruz join Spencer Levy to offer perspectives on their workplace experiences and the importance of diversity and share tips for people at every stage of a career.

Walgreens’ Chris Noble and CBRE’s Maury Vanden Eykel join Spencer Levy to offer insights on how the pharmacy has evolved from a corner drugstore to a healthcare stalwart with investment-grade credit, a compelling brand story and scientific innovation.

The Real Estate Roundtable’s Duane Desiderio and CBRE’s Matt Werner join Spencer Levy to analyze what the new federal law—which features incentives designed to boost green energy—means for the buildings where we work, shop and live.

Chile has become one of the most attractive institutional investment markets in Latin America over the last 20 years. Greystar’s Tom Livelli and CBRE’s Nicolas Cox and Tim Gifford join Spencer Levy to discuss the business climate and real estate opportunities in Chile.

Capital remains available for commercial real estate, albeit with tighter underwriting and increased selectivity about asset quality, type and location. Val Achtemeier joins CBRE global capital markets leaders to assess the risk and opportunities in the debt market.

With Labor Day nearly here, two labor experts—Cornell University’s Alexander Colvin and CBRE’s Chris Volney join Spencer Levy to offer insights on how companies are shifting their hiring, employee retention and location strategies in the competition for the best talent.

DLP Capital, a workforce housing investor, has new ideas for measuring productivity and hiring and managing talent. Founder Don Wenner and Claudia Schiepers join Spencer Levy to offer insights on growing a successful business.

The Resmark Companies’ Ziv Cohen and CBRE’s Roland Merchant join Spencer Levy to offer insights on what’s next for residential development.

What’s the outlook for the second half of 2022 and beyond? CBRE’s Mike Watts and Spencer Levy take a deeper look at the economic and real estate sector insights shared during CBRE’s Mid-Year Global Outlook webcast.

Author and futurist Jacob Morgan joins Spencer Levy for a deep dive into business leadership, corporate culture, employee experience and the future of work.

Inflation, supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, rising energy prices and stricter regulations are changing the game for the construction industry. CNY Group’s Ken Colao and strategist Dr. Rebecca Homkes discuss the best approaches to managing projects through uncertainty.

Networking is an essential—though often neglected—cornerstone of business relationships. In a special episode recorded at the CBRE Women’s Network conference, CBRE leaders explain how to build a robust and authentic network at every stage of your career.

What will the future of office work look like? Commercial real estate insiders offer their latest thinking on evolving return to office plans.