Nicholas Long, McKay Brabham, & Will Ellis

Building Your World

Business EN ↓ 9 episodes

Building Your World is a real estate development and investment podcast exploring the dynamic world of commercial real estate (CRE). We cover industry news, market trends, investment philosophies, and development strategies. Through career insights, success stories, and candid conversations with professionals across the field, we offer valuable perspectives for anyone interested in the industry. Our discussions span all asset classes—including industrial, retail, hospitality, residential, and mixed-use—and feature professionals ranging from emerging talent to seasoned experts. Our mission is t...

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Nicholas Long, McKay Brabham, & Will Ellis

Episodes

Ep. 9 - Conversation with Drew Turner, Founder and Principal of Ashley Cooper Properties - Discussing Career, Development process & more! 13.10.2025 1:16:31

In this episode, we talk to Drew Turner about his career, current & upcoming projects, the development process, and more! Tune in to hear about some successes, challenges, & lessons from Drew's career.

Ep 8. With Dr. Robert Benedict - Historic Preservation & Tax Credits, Adaptive Reuse, Projects, Career, and more 06.04.2025 43:28

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Robert Benedict to explore historic preservation, historic tax credits, adaptive reuse, various projects, his career and more. Join in for an insightful discussion regarding these topics from a seasoned industry veteran.

Ep. 7 - 2025 Predictions Episode 27.01.2025 57:51

The Building Your World guys talk about their predictions for what will happen in the commercial real estate industry this year. Listen in as they discuss best performing assets, worst performing assets, trends, and more!

Ep. 6 - With Kevin Hann (Partner at Stono Group) - Generalization vs. Specialization, Career, Broad Industry Discussion, & advice. 16.01.2025 1:04:24

In this episode, we’re joined by Kevin Hann to explore key topics shaping the commercial real estate development industry. From the debate between generalization and specialization to navigating career paths and trajectories, we cover it all. Tune in for a broad yet insightful discussion on industry trends, practical advice, and valuable perspectives for aspiring and seasoned professionals alike.

Ep. 5 - Guest: Daniel Fallas-Naranjo - LeFrak Sues NYC Courts, Evictions, Data Centers, How to Fill the Trades 3/19/2024 21.11.2024 45:27

In this episode, we host our good friend and discuss multiple topics. Listen in as we dive into evictions, data centers, the shortage of trade workers, and more.

Ep. 4 - With Guest Daniel Fallas-Naranjo - Career, Construction, Development 3/5/2024 21.11.2024 42:58

In this episode, we host our good friend and learn more about his unique background, career, and future in real estate development.

Ep. 3 - 2024 Commercial Real Estate Predictions 1/10/2024 21.11.2024 31:06

In this episode, we discuss our predictions for how markets, asset classes, and the economy will perform throughout 2024.

Ep. 2 - Personal Discussion, AI in Real Estate, Basel III Endgame, Consumer Resilience 12/6/2023 21.11.2024 30:29

In this episode, we discuss some projects, AI, bank regulations, and the status of the consumer.

Ep. 1 - Market, Trends, Industrial Outlook and More 11/9/2023 13.11.2024 37:51

Welcome to Building Your World, the podcast for commercial real estate enthusiasts. In this episode, we dive into the fundamentals of industrial real estate. We discuss the latest market trends, key factors in property evaluation, and insights that make industrial assets a lucrative choice for investors. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting in the field, this episode provides va...