Conrad's Corner

In this episode of Conrad’s Corner, Damon Conrad sits down with Karen Yolevski, CEO of Carson Dunlop , to explore her journey from real estate law and fintech to leading one of Canada’s most recognized inspection brands. They discuss how technology is transforming inspections, the current state of residential and commercial markets, and why mentorship and strong leadership remain essential for suc...

Join us on Conrad's Corner for an insightful episode with John Stewart, the esteemed President of NAIOP's Greater Toronto Chapter and Senior Managing Director at Institutional Property Advisors (IPA). This episode offers a unique perspective on the evolution and current dynamics of the commercial real estate market. Discover John’s significant contributions and leadership journey, which have shape...

Episode 8 of Conrad's Corner is now live. In this special episode, Damon Conrad sits down with Ted Davis, the SIOR President and COO of Avison Young Canada. The discussion provides an intimate look into the future vision of SIOR and offers valuable insights into the dynamic world of commercial real estate. Ted Davis brings a wealth of industry knowledge to the table, and his perspectives are sure...

Welcome to Conrad's Corner, the premier podcast for all things commercial real estate. I'm Damon Conrad, your host, and I'll be introducing you to the industry's top figures, sharing their thoughts and captivating stories. Join us as we explore the latest trends, strategies, and insider insights, equipping you with the tools to thrive in this dynamic field. Get ready to unlock the potential of com...

In the upcoming episode of Conrad's Corner, we're thrilled to welcome Rebecca Mountain, a high-performance coach with a unique and inspiring journey. From breaking free of a restrictive past and building a successful business, Rebecca's story is one of resilience and transformation. Now, she's dedicated to helping others escape their cycles of self-sabotage and embrace a life of meaning and purpos...

As you are aware, the commercial real estate industry has been undergoing significant changes over the past few years and navigating this landscape can be challenging, but it's essential to stay informed and be prepared to adapt. It is now more important than ever to navigate the current landscape of commercial real estate with market analytics. They provide valuable insights into the commercial r...

If there’s one thing to know about real estate, it’s that it is always changing. Whether you’re looking at the market or the industry itself, different aspects are always being shifted as we continue to grow and evolve as people. In the latest episode of Conrad’s Corner, I sat down with IBI Group Senior Director Robyn Brown to discuss some of the new practices we’re seeing when it comes to commerc...

I’m happy to bring you a brand new episode of Conrad’s Corner in 2023! As many of us have set our goals for the year, some are still struggling with the issue of motivation and inspiration. To help with that, I sat down with Mark Eaton, chief development officer at Recipe Unlimited Corporation. I hope that this discussion with Canada’s largest full-service restaurant company will enlighten you, pu...

In this episode, I’m joined by a leader in the field of real estate market intelligence. As Vice President of Data Operations and Data Solutions of the software company, Altus Group, Ray Wong is a true expert at tracking exactly what is going on in commercial real estate. Naturally, this gives him some unique insight that I’m sure you’ll be interested in hearing. To watch the full recording, click...

There’s no denying that recent worldwide events have impacted our economy and the way that we operate our businesses. With that in mind, it can be said that it’s more important now than ever to have strong leadership skills in order to keep your business standing firm and evolving. In the latest episode of the Conrad’s Corner webinar series, I’m joined by John Crombie, executive managing director...

For our very first episode, I sat down with the president of Royal LePage and Bridgemarq, Phil Soper. For those of you who don’t know, Phil Soper has been formally ranked as the MOST influential person in all of Canadian real estate for 10 years straight. You can take his thoughts on the market as sage advice to keep in mind.