Industrial Advisors

In this episode of Industrial Advisors podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor discuss the rebound in industrial investment activity for Q1, noting a significant uptick following a low volume year in 2023.  00:41 Diving into Q1 Investment Activity Insights 01:19 The Rise of User Market and Investor Comeback 02:07 Analyzing the Valley's Q1 Performance and Future Predictions 03:51 Bullish Outlo...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor welcome Meredith Marash, Senior Vice President of the Enterprise Market Solutions team at Colliers, to discuss the evolving needs of corporate real estate occupiers. Marash, who is based in New York, shares her extensive experience in the commercial real estate sector, emphasizing the importance of strategy, op...

This episode of the Industrial Advisors podcast features hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor, as they welcome Rafael McCadden, the Director of the Industrial and Logistics Division in Mexico, to discuss the booming industrial real estate market in Mexico, driven largely by nearshoring. Rafael shares insights into Mexico's extremely low vacancy rate, the significant role of nearshoring in current i...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor discuss the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) designation. SIOR is an international organization of real estate professionals that has been around for many years. Being an SIOR member is seen as one of the best designations you can get in commercial, industrial and office real estate. Both hosts...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor interview Jon Scholes, CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association. Scholes discusses the current state of downtown Seattle and how it has recovered from the impact of COVID-19. Scholes shares how the city's focus on creating a diverse, vibrant downtown has attracted new businesses, increased residential growth, an...

On this episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast, Bill Condon and Matt McGregor talk about the rise of multi-story warehouses in dense urban areas where land is often very expensive. They discuss two styles of multi-story warehouses: ones where truck courts are stacked vertically and others that are accessed via freight elevators. The hosts also discuss the potential struggles these buildings mi...

This podcast episode discusses the historical and current trends in the industrial owner-user market, a concept that involves companies buying buildings for their own use. Hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor reflect on their historical experiences, noting a shift in the market dynamics since they started in 2004. They observe that the gap between what users and investors would pay for buildings ha...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor provide us with a thorough overview of the North End industrial market. Joining them is Derek Heed, an experienced broker from Colliers, who gives valuable insights about the market's growth, its historically strong connections to Boeing and aerospace, and recent trends such as the influx of institutional group...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors podcast, Bill Condon and Matt McGregor engage Glen Thomas, the Senior Vice President for Corporate Real Estate Services at Knight Swift Transportation, in a lively discussion on the state of the transportation industry. Glen explains his role in managing over 400 locations under Knight Swift, the company's recent major acquisitions, and how it offers the...

Hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor discuss observations and predictions about the office market's state post-pandemic. They express confidence in the market's return, noting an increased frequency of people in offices on Tuesdays to Thursdays, while remote work seems to be more common on Mondays and Fridays. They also mention specific office deals and market vacancy rates, highlighting recent imp...

In this episode, Bill Condon and Matt McGregor delve deep into the latest market trends within the industrial market. Discussions include the pull back of products in the capital markets, the decrease in building values and the downfall of land values. They also highlight areas like South Seattle and their rise in tech and EV activity. Additionally, they explore challenges associated with the cons...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor are joined by special guest Kyle Back to discuss the rising trends and challenges within the industrial outdoor storage (IOS) sector. The group talks about the increasing interest from funds, the attractiveness these sites hold due to low maintenance costs, and strategies to boost revenue, such as dividing the...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor discuss significant factors that influenced the industrial market in 2023 and make predictions for 2024. They noticed an increasing vacancy rate in the 100 to 200 thousand square feet range, with Kent Valley and North End being the only two submarkets with positive absorption. A notable point was the decline in...

In this Industrial Advisors podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor engage in an insightful discussion with their guest Craig Hurvitz, the National Director of Industrial Research at Collier's. The discourse revolves around the state of the industrial market in 2023, which despite fears of recession and a crumbling capital market has remained strong. There is a decrease in overall demand from...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor discuss the controversy around Florida State being left out of the college football playoffs, arguing about the fairness of selection criteria and pointing out the impact of team performance. In their predictions for the upcoming playoffs, both agree that Alabama will beat Michigan and predict a challenging mat...

The Industrial Advisor podcast hosts, Bill Condon and Matt McGregor, welcome guest Dan Doherty from Colliers to discuss the industrial real estate market in Las Vegas. Doherty reflects on his background and the history of the Las Vegas market. They discuss the significant growth in the market over the past years, which has resulted in high levels of demand and unprecedented investment from institu...

In this episode, Matt and Bill discuss the evolving and increasingly crucial role of brokers in lease negotiations. They reflect on how their services have matured from being novices afraid of leases to active participants who understand the negotiation process. They emphasized the importance of being proactive, understanding market conditions, and speeding up lease negotiations to avert deal fati...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast, Bill Condon and Matt McGregor welcome guest Ty Morris, a principal at Pure Development. Ty talks about his personal life, moves in Boise, and the success of his firm which has grown from 4 to 30 plus members in five and a half years. He discusses the importance of diverse hiring and the benefits of employing people from outside of the industry. T...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor delve into the fascinating evolution of the big box market in the Puget Sound region. Over the years, the definition of "big box" has transformed, and they discuss how it has changed, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. They reflect on the pre-COVID perception of big boxes being 150,000 square feet...

Welcome to our Industrial Advisors podcast, coming to you from Boise, Idaho, at the IAMC conference. In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Page, Vice President and Head of Leasing at Link, which owns over 500 million square feet of industrial space across the country. We discuss the state of the industrial real estate market in 2023, the changing dynamics of leasing, and the challenges in the...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast, we go live from the IAMC conference in Boise, Idaho. Our special guest, Marcus Rose, Corporate Real Estate Manager at NFI, shares insights into managing over 180 locations and 33 million square feet of product. We dive into his experiences, from starting with tandem skydiving to becoming a licensed skydiver. Marcus also discusses his outdoor hobb...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast, Bill Condon and Matt McGregor sit down with Clark Krause, the Executive Director of Boise Valley Economic Partnership, on location in Boise, Idaho. As they enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the IAMC conference, Clark shares his insights into the dynamic growth of the Boise area over his 13-year tenure. The conversation delves into Boise's status as...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor provide a comprehensive Q3 market update, discussing key factors impacting the industrial real estate market. They also announce the launch of their new book, "The Industrial Landlord's Agency Leasing Guide," and share insights into why they decided to write it. Join them as they analyze market trends, share pr...

In this episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast, hosts Bill Condon and Matt McGregor are joined by the accomplished Shannon Martin, Senior Director of Global Corporate Real Estate at Georgia Pacific. They catch up with Shannon during the IAMC Conference in Boise, Idaho, and get to know her both professionally and personally. Shannon shares insights into her role overseeing 80 locations across t...

Join Bill Condon and Matt McGregor in this lively episode of the Industrial Advisors Podcast as they dive into the world of in-person live cold calling—a technique they fondly describe as "a lost art." Reflecting on their early days as brokers, Bill and Matt share stories of their hustle, determination, and the invaluable experiences they gained from pounding the pavement. From drenched suits to u...