Private Capital Perspectives

In this conversation, Colten Ratz, founder of Family Office Factory, discusses the importance of building authentic relationships within the family office space. He shares his journey into the industry, emphasizing the shift towards direct investments and co-investing among family offices. The discussion also covers the significance of networking events, investment trends, and the impact of the ne...

In this conversation, Ben Siscovick discusses the innovative approach of Spaxel, a vertically integrated real estate platform that leverages technology and offshore infrastructure to differentiate itself in the market. He shares insights on the challenges faced in building the platform, the importance of fostering a culture of innovation, and the integration of AI in their operations. The discussi...

In this episode of Private Capital Perspectives , John Pugh sits down with Ken Gee , founder of KRI Partners , who shares his extensive experience in multifamily real estate investing. With over 26 years in the industry and involvement in transactions exceeding $2 billion, Ken discusses the current state of the multifamily market amidst rising interest rates. He emphasizes that now is an opportune...

In this episode, John Pugh sits down with Carla Malone, Vice President of Property Management at Newmark in Dallas, Texas. With over two decades of experience in commercial real estate, Carla shares her insights on the evolving landscape of property management, particularly in the competitive Dallas market. She discusses the importance of asset performance driven by top-tier property management an...

In this episode of Private Capital Perspectives , John Pugh sits down with his friend ⁠Jacob Schulder⁠ , founder of ⁠Victoria Industrial Properties⁠ , for a candid, wide-ranging conversation on building a real estate career through cycles, asset classes, and hard lessons learned as an operator. Jacob and John have crossed paths over the years as operators and partners, and the discussion reflects...

In this episode of Private Capital Perspectives, John Pugh sits down with Rahul Gupta, Managing Partner of RKG Holdings and Strategic Advisor to Mudita Venture Partners, to explore how disciplined investors are navigating today’s real estate cycle—and creating value in markets that feel anything but predictable. From pricing assets in a higher-rate world to deploying capital across retail, hospita...

In this episode of Private Capital Perspectives , John Pugh sits down with Ehson Kolb , a leading voice in real estate and PropTech, to discuss how investors are navigating today’s capital environment and uncovering value amid uncertainty. From shifting capital flows to the evolving OpCo–PropCo structure, Ehson shares how operational expertise and technology are redefining where—and how—investors...

This episode explores how thoughtful design, creative financing, and a community-first mindset can reshape urban landscapes. In this conversation, John Pugh sits down with Paul Ognibene, founder and CEO of Urban Spaces, to discuss how his firm approaches real estate development as a catalyst for community transformation. From innovative urban infill projects to middle-market housing strategies, Pa...

This episode of Private Capital Perspectives dives into the legal side of private capital and real estate partnerships. John Pugh sits down with Laura Maher , Partner at Nelson Mullins , to explore the structuring considerations that make or break deals. With over a decade of experience across top firms, private equity platforms, and in-house counsel roles, Laura offers a candid look at how legal...

This episode of Private Capital Perspectives goes inside how a modern family office is positioning itself in today’s real estate and capital markets. In this conversation, Mark Stroud Jr., President & CEO of Lindell Investments, opens the playbook of a $200M Tampa-based family office. He shares how the firm has evolved from its entrepreneurial roots into a diversified investor across opportuni...