The Industrial Real Estate Podcast

In this episode of The Industrial Real Estate Show, Chad Griffiths welcomes returning guest Deren Huang, an industrial investor based in Tulsa. The interview kicks off with a fun lightning-round game where Deren challenges Chad to blindly rank various investments (from gold and Bitcoin to Olive Garden leases and drive-thru wedding chapels). The playful setup leads to insightful discussions about r...

In this episode of The Industrial Real Estate Show, Chad Griffiths is joined by co-host Matt Carroll and returning guest Dr. Jim Tompkins to discuss the current state of global trade, tariffs, and how these issues are impacting supply chains and industrial real estate. Dr. Tompkins breaks down the rationale behind U.S. tariffs under President Trump, arguing that while they have caused short-term p...

With over a decade of experience in Office and Industrial Real Estate Tenant/User Representation across Costa Rica and Central America, Alvaro has worked closely with leading multinational companies such as Roche, Microsoft, Penumbra, Pfizer, Auxis, DHL, and others with operations in the region. He has collaborated both within his global firm and alongside competing firms that lack a direct presen...

In this episode of The Industrial Real Estate Show, Chad Griffiths interviews Charlie Stanton of Valley Advisory and Management to unpack the often overlooked but critical role of property management. With over 1.5 million square feet under management across Texas and Arizona, Charlie explains how property managers are the “catch-all” for maintaining properties, enforcing leases, resolving tenant...

In this episode of The Industrial Real Estate Show, investor Kip Northrup shares the remarkable story of how he built a 14-property industrial portfolio in Michigan from the ground up, starting with a childhood passion for aquariums that evolved into a water feature business and eventually led him into real estate. Kip explains how early financial struggles pushed him to buy his first property out...

In this week's episode of the Industrial Real Estate Show I was pleased to be joined by industry veteran Ned Mahic to do a deep dive into Industrial Outdoor Storage (IOS)! About Ned: Ned is an experienced real estate developer and investor. He has accumulated more than 20 years’ experience in acquiring, financing, developing, and investing in various real estate properties, ranging from condos...

In this wide-ranging and insightful conversation, economist Todd Hirsch joins Chad Griffiths to discuss the economic uncertainty facing North America in 2025, emphasizing that the global landscape is marked by chaos driven by unpredictable tariffs, geopolitical instability, and technological disruption. Todd argues that traditional forecasting has become futile and that businesses must prepare for...

In this episode of The Industrial Real Estate Show, I had the pleasure of hosting two incredible guests at the same time: Bob Knakal and Rod Santomassimo! I’ve interviewed them individually before, but getting them together made for an even richer conversation. Bob, who I view as the best broker in the world, and Rod, the top coach in the industry, shared their views on how brokers should navigate...

In this episode of The Industrial Real Estate Show, I had the honor of interviewing Nick Huber about his new book and his entrepreneurial philosophy. We discuss why speed matters more than over-preparation early in a career, the danger of chasing status over real opportunity, and how decision-making and sales are critical muscles to build for long-term success. About Nick: Nick Huber is an entrepr...

In this week's episode of the Industrial Real Estate podcast, supply chain veteran Les Brand joined me and co-host Matt Carroll to unpack what’s really happening across global logistics. With over 50 years in the industry, Les shares front-line insights on tariffs, reshoring, nearshoring, and how geopolitical tensions are reshaping trade routes and warehousing strategies. The conversation expl...

In this episode of the Industrial Real Estate Show, I sit down with Dave Riess, CEO of Wonder, to unpack the real-world opportunities and challenges of putting solar on industrial rooftops. From navigating aging roofs and structural concerns to understanding how rooftop solar can boost NOI, Dave explains it all in plain language. We also dive into how demand for electricity is rapidly outpacing su...

Tune in to this week's episode of the Industrial Real Estate Show to hear why @RonaldRohdeLaw is selling a couple of his industrial properties. -- 🚨 New! "Industrialize: The Insider's Guide to Industrial Real Estate" is now available: https://mybook.to/industrialize -- 🚩 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@industrialize?sub_confirmation=1 #industrialize #industrialinsiders #ind...

Great timing for this interview as I was able to chat with Matthew Rand, Managing Director of Research and Analytics for Link Logistics the day after President Trump's Liberation Day. Naturally we chatted about tariffs but we also did a deep dive into how Link Logistics looks at opportunities in the industrial real estate market. About Matthew:Matthew is Link Logistics’ managing director, Rese...

In this episode of The Industrial Real Estate Show, I welcomed back Zach Harris and Hunt Rose of TrueCore Properties for a deep dive into their latest moves in the industrial space. They share how a previous podcast episode led directly to acquiring a FedEx facility in Baton Rouge, why Class B industrial is their sweet spot, and what makes secondary markets so attractive. The duo breaks down their...

In this week's episode of the Industrial Real Estate Show, I sit down with Colin Clish, President of PointOne Data Centers to explore the complexities and hidden details of developing data centers. We discuss everything from site selection and power management to cooling systems, connectivity requirements, and critical design considerations. Whether you're new to data centers or a seasoned...

In this episode of the Industrial Real Estate Show, I spoke with Sean Dalfen, CEO of Dalfen Industrial. We explored his recent significant deals, particularly a large partnership with Goldman Sachs, expanding their portfolio with strategic acquisitions across key logistics hubs like Dallas, Philly, Vegas, and Cincinnati. Sean highlighted the importance of multi-tenant, mid-bay industrial facilitie...

On this episode of the Industrial Real Estate Show, I had the honor of interviewing crowd favorite Aaron Halfacre. Aaron is CEO of Motive Industrial, a REIT focused on single-tenant, net-lease manufacturing properties across the U.S. We discussed the unique benefits and risks of manufacturing real estate compared to typical industrial properties like warehouses. Aaron explained Motive’s investment...

Honored to be joined by Doug Kiersey again as we jump into Doug provides insights on current valuation trends, interest rates, and market dynamics. He notes that although interest rates have stabilized around 4.25%, the spread between industrial cap rates and treasury yields remains narrow, compelling investors to rely on rent growth rather than appreciation for returns. Doug anticipates moderate...

I was pleased to be joined by the illustrious Dr. Peter Linneman to get his thoughts on the economy, tariffs and the industrial real estate market! In the interview Dr. Peter Linneman shares his perspective on current events in the industrial real estate market, emphasizing the importance of cutting through the noise to focus on fundamental economic indicators such as job growth, GDP trends, and c...

I don't mince words when I say this: Bob Knakal is the Greatest of All Time. An amazing broker and an even better person, I was honored to be joined by him again where we did a deep dive into how he has built a legendary career on the foundation of prospecting for new clients. About Bob: Bob Knakal also known as "BK" has been a broker in NYC since 1984. Over that time, he has brokere...

Was honored to be joined by Justin Horowitz from Cooper Horowitz to do a deep dive into Industrial Outdoor Storage! About Justin: Justin Horowitz works at Cooper Horowitz, a family-owned capital markets advisory firm, where he specializes in debt and equity placement throughout the country. Prior to Cooper Horowitz, Horowitz worked at Savills Studley on the New York investment sales team, and work...

In this week's episode of the Industrial Real Estate Podcast I was pleased to be joined by David Hoffman, a veteran supply chain expert and real estate investor. We chatted about a number of fascinating topics that should be on your radar in 2025!Connect with David:Website: https://hoffmansupplychainadvisors.com/ David's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SupplyChainandLogisticsHub-q7d Link...

I had the honor of interviewing James Randel, author of Confessions of a Real Estate Entrepreneur today. Jim's book has become my most recommended book to others and I've read it 4 - 5 times myself. We had a great discussion that was unfortunately cut short due to a poor internet connection, but even in the time we had it was a masterclass in how to approach CRE investing. Plus Jim dropped...

Honored to be joined by Trey Pennington on this week's episode of the Industrial Real Estate Show. In addition to being a top producing broker with the prestigious SIOR designation, Trey has a law degree, international Masters of Business Administration and 3 (!!) bachelor degrees. Trey and I chatted about a number of topics, including the state of South Carolina's industrial market, chall...

An honor to co-host this episode of the Industrial Real Estate Podcast alongside Matt Carroll and the iconic supply chain thought leader, Dr. Jim Tompkins. This episode dives into key issues shaping global supply chains and industrial real estate, offering insights you won’t want to miss: • Election Impact: How the current political landscape—and a potential new Trump era—could reshape global supp...