Parlez-Vous CEO

In this episode of Parlez-vous CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez speaks with architect Kimberly Brown about her journey from a nonprofit to starting her own architecture firm. They discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of partnerships, and the balance between business development and project delivery. Kimberly shares insights on sales strategies, particularly for women entrepreneur...

In this episode of Parlez-vous CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez interviews Trista Huang, VP of Blackstone Real Estate Hotels and Resorts, discussing her background, the integration of technology and data in the hospitality industry, and the impact of AI on revenue forecasting. Trista shares insights on the challenges of hotel asset management, the importance of data-driven decision-making, and the evo...

In this episode of Parlez-vous, CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez interviews Jennie Wetter, a seasoned real estate professional with a unique background in psychology and physical therapy. Jennie shares her journey into real estate, discussing the challenges of imposter syndrome, the importance of empathy in client relationships, and her strategies for business development. She emphasizes the value of...

In this episode, Anne-Lise Cailliez interviews Elsa van der Voort, a seasoned entrepreneur with a rich background in IT and AI. They discuss Elsa's journey from starting her first business in Paris to her experiences in New York and Montreal. The conversation delves into the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of embracing failure, and the mindset required to succeed. Elsa shares her tr...

In this episode of Parlez-vous CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez speaks with Jennifer Fox, a successful entrepreneur in the real estate sector. Jennifer shares her journey from starting her business in 2002 to expanding it significantly with the help of a partner. The conversation delves into the importance of building strong client relationships, the strategies for acquiring new clients, and the signi...

In this episode of Parlez-vous CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailiez speaks with Dr. T Reyes Castillo, a psychologist and writer based in New York City. They discuss Dr. Castillo's journey from being a therapist to starting her own practice, Pivot Psychological Services, focusing on anxiety and innovative treatments like ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. The conversation delves into the concept of 'pivot' in...

In this engaging conversation, Andrea Wardell shares her journey in the real estate industry, starting from her beginnings in a challenging market to building a successful team and maintaining strong client relationships. She emphasizes the importance of communication, problem-solving, and staying true to one's values in a competitive field. Andrea also discusses the traits that make successful re...

In this episode of Parlez-vous, CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez interviews Sandy Ferrera, a seasoned real estate professional with over 35 years of experience in property management. Sandy shares her journey from traditional real estate to property management, the challenges she faced in transitioning to entrepreneurship, and the evolution of her business into a successful franchise model. She discus...

In this episode of Parlez-vous CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez interviews pediatric dentist Shiva Basir, who shares her inspiring journey from an immigrant background to becoming a successful business owner. Shiva discusses her holistic approach to dentistry, emphasizing the importance of understanding the connection between oral health and overall well-being. She highlights innovative services she o...

In this episode of Parlez-vous, CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez interviews Julie Faupel, an entrepreneur and community builder in the luxury real estate sector. Julie shares her journey from luxury hospitality to real estate, the founding of Realm Global, and the importance of building relationships and community in the industry. The conversation explores the unique aspects of luxury real estate, the...

In this episode of Parlez-vous CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez interviews Meredith Gruszka, a successful real estate agent who transitioned from a career in fashion marketing to real estate. Meredith shares her journey, including her motivations for moving to Los Angeles, her experiences in the fashion industry, and how she built her real estate business after becoming a mother. The conversation cove...

In this episode, Anne-Lise Cailliez interviews Penny MacKenzie, a seasoned real estate professional who transitioned from a successful career in hospitality to real estate. Penny shares her journey, emphasizing the importance of treating real estate as a business, the challenges posed by technology, and the significance of networking and marketing strategies. She discusses the value of skilled rea...

In this episode of Parlez-vous? CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez interviews Lisa Wise, a serial entrepreneur and advocate for social justice in real estate. Lisa shares her journey from experiencing housing insecurity to becoming a successful property manager and business owner. She discusses the importance of purpose in her work, the impact of her entrepreneurial spirit, and her commitment to address...

In this episode of Parlez-vous, CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez speaks with architect Maura Feaheny about her journey from working in commercial real estate to the senior living industry, and now to her new venture, Home Stretch, which focuses on preparing homes for sale. Maura shares insights on the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of mentorship, and the emotional aspects of real estat...

In this episode of Parlez-vous CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez speaks with Bethany Babcock, a seasoned professional in commercial real estate. Bethany shares her journey from being an industry outsider to running her own successful company, Foresight. She discusses the challenges of finding the right talent in the real estate sector, the importance of integrity and humility in her team, and the strat...

In this episode of Parlez-vous CEO, host Anne-Lise Cailliez speaks with Julie Standard, a seasoned real estate professional with over 20 years of experience. Julie shares her unique journey in the real estate industry, discussing her transition from loan processing to marketing and eventually becoming a real estate agent. The conversation delves into the importance of building relationships, the c...

In this episode, Anne-Lise Cailliez interviews Debbie Degrote, a seasoned real estate professional turned coach. Debbie shares her journey from a young agent closing deals to building a successful coaching business. The conversation explores the challenges faced by new agents, effective prospecting strategies, the importance of mindset, and the personalized approach to coaching that addresses indi...

You'll learn about disrupting traditional real estate commission models in this conversation with Nicole Fishman, founder of Nest Apple. Nicole shares her bold transition from attorney to real estate innovator, creating a brokerage that returns two-thirds of commissions back to clients. Despite industry resistance, her transparent approach has flourished through market ups and downs. This episode...