The Industrialist

In this monthly series, hosts Jeremy Mercer, Will Narduzzi, Bob Moorhead, and Rob Franks dive deep into the world of retail. From national trends to local developments, they are here to give you the inside scoop on what’s driving the industry.

Follow Jeremy on social media: @jbmatcap Property of the Week: ⁠⁠1700-1724 Parkside Ave. Irving, TX Articles Mentioned: ⁠Austin Real Estate Fund Ponzi Scheme Save Pepper Square Group Petition Stall Project Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: will@matador.net Dylan Davis: dylan@matador.net Upcoming Events: Jeremy and Will are attending ICSC in Las Vegas May 18 - 20 NAIOS Conference is May 29

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Alex Ruch, Vice President of Industrial Sales & Leasing at ELIFIN® in Baton Rouge. A proud native of the city, Alex brings deep local insight and a strong sense of purpose to his work — focusing on the South Choctaw corridor and playing an active role in the revitalization of north Baton Rouge. They dive into his unique path from outside sales at a manufa...

Follow Jeremy on social media: @jbmatcap Property of the Week: ⁠1230 S J Elmer Turner Fwy, Cedar Hill, TX Articles Mentioned: Dallas admits 'failure,' will sell unused permitting building after spending millions in upgrades Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: will@matador.net Dylan Davis: dylan@matador.net Upcoming Events for Trinity Junction: NAIOP Spring Concert: April 23rd at The Rustic in Dal...

Jeremy Mercer welcomes Floyd Bates, co-founder of Bates & Myers, for a conversation spanning nearly four decades in commercial real estate. From his early days working on the railroad to weathering the oilfield downturn of the ’80s, Floyd’s journey brought him back to Texas—where in 1991, he helped launch a firm that now operates across DFW and Ellis County. They talk about what it takes to bu...

Follow Jeremy on social media: @jbmatcap Property of the Week: 3450 Bethlehem St. Fort Worth, TX Flyer Articles Mentioned: Fidelity Acquires Dallas Retail Center from Family Office Ray Dalio Warns of Crisis Worse Than a Recession Crow Holdings Sells $718M Industrial Portfolio Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: will@matador.net Dylan Davis: dylan@matador.net Upcoming Events for Trinity Junction: NAIOP Sp...

In this episode of The Industrialist , Jeremy Mercer sits down with Stephen LaMure, the founder, President, and CEO of Dominus — a company built on relationships, high standards, and a deep commitment to people. Since launching the firm in 2001, Steve has been the driving force behind its vision, cultivating a culture where integrity, hard work, and respect are non-negotiable. With over 25 years o...

Follow Jeremy on social media: @jbmatcap Property of the Week: 141 Balcones Heights Rd. San Antonio, TX Articles Mentioned: DFW Office Market Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: will@matador.net Dylan Davis: dylan@matador.net Upcoming Events for Trinity Junction: NAIOP Spring Concert: April 23rd at The Rustic in Dallas

Follow Jeremy on social media: @jbmatcap Leasing Opportunities: Check out our current leasing availability ⁠⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: will@matador.net Dylan Davis: dylan@matador.net Upcoming Events for Trinity Junction: NAIOP Spring Concert: April 23rd at The Rustic in Dallas

In this episode of Confessions of a Street Broker , Jeremy Mercer talks with Jeff Jackson, Executive Vice President at NAI Robert Lynn. Jeff specializes in the industrial real estate markets of Fort Worth and surrounding areas, where he has handled over 290 transactions worth $265 million. He shares insights from his military background and how it shaped his real estate career, starting from his e...

Follow Jeremy on social media: @jbmatcap Leasing Opportunities: Check out our current leasing availability ⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠⁠ . Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: will@matador.net Dylan Davis: dylan@matador.net Industry News Links: Nasdaq to Y'all Street Kyle Matthews Podcast Link Upcoming Events for Trinity Junction: NAIOP Spring Concert: April 23rd at The Rustic in Dallas

In this monthly series, hosts Jeremy Mercer, Will Narduzzi, Bob Moorhead, and Rob Franks dive deep into the world of retail. From national trends to local developments, they are here to give you the inside scoop on what’s driving the industry.

March Madness Bracket Challenge Invite ⁠ (2 Tickets to the National Title Game at the Alamodome in San Antonio, TX) Follow Jeremy on social media: @jbmatcap Leasing Opportunities: Check out our current leasing availability ⁠⁠ here⁠⁠ . Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: will@matador.net Dylan Davis: dylan@matador.net Industry News Links: Trump claims Biden's pardons for Jan. 6 committee are 'void...

Join host Jeremy Mercer on this episode of Confessions of a Street Broker as he sits down with Jesús Araiza, a dynamic real estate professional with over 15 years of experience. Jesús has been a principal with several DFW based real estate sponsors for the past 15 years. He most recently founded and led a retail platform over the course of 10 years that has acquired approximately 245 assets (repre...

March Madness Bracket Challenge Invite ($1K Cash Prize) Follow Jeremy on social media: @jbmatcap Leasing Opportunities: Check out our current leasing availability ⁠ here⁠ . Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: will@matador.net Dylan Davis: dylan@matador.net Industry News Links: Mark Cuban and Luca Doncic Trade White House Grants One Month Tariff Exemption for Automakers Upcoming Events for Trinity Junctio...

Tune in to this high-octane episode of The Industrialist as Jeremy Mercer sits down with Mike Claudio, a powerhouse in sales, client management, and business strategy. With 17 years sharpening his skills, Mike has mastered the art of transforming businesses from the ground up, starting from his early days at Verizon Wireless to starting his company, WinRate Consulting. Where WinRate’s mission is t...

"Two's a Crowd, Three's a Party!" In this episode, we officially welcome Jeff as the new co-host of Shop Talk. Dive into an exciting discussion on the latest industry updates and what this means for our listeners. Follow Jeremy on social media: @jbmatcap Leasing Opportunities: Check out our current leasing availability here . Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: will@matador.net Dylan Da...

In this episode, Jeremy Mercer interviews Heather Stevens, a resilient Real Estate Broker and Managing Partner at The Agency Frisco. Heather recounts her ascent from a dental hygienist in Monroe, LA, to a residential real estate leader in Dallas. She discusses juggling both careers for six months, illustrating her commitment and diligence—key factors in her success. Heather shares milestones like...

Will is out sick so Jeff Mercer steps in as co-host for this episode of Shop Talk. Follow Jeremy on Social Media: @jbmatcap Leasing Opportunities: Explore our current leasing availability ⁠here⁠ . Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: ⁠will@matador.net⁠ Dylan Davis: ⁠dylan@matador.net Industry News Links: DOGE Saves U.S. Billions Commercial Broker Sues CBRE Fort Worth Representative Doubles Down On Casino...

Join us on this episode of The Industrialist as host Jeremy Mercer chats with Isabella Ling, Chief Marketing Officer and Investor Relations Liaison at Matador. Her professional career with Jeremy began even before Matador's launch in December 2020, and she has been with the company since. In this episode, Jeremy and Isabella delve deep into the nuances of investor relations at Matador. They co...

Follow Jeremy on Social Media: @jbmatcap Leasing Opportunities: Explore our current leasing availability here . Submit Deals: Will Narduzzi: will@matador.net Dylan Davis: dylan@matador.net Industry News Links: Star Expansion in Frisco NYSE Launches Rebranded Branch in Dallas Jamie Dimon’s Leaked Return-to-Office Audio January 2025 CPI Report Cawley Partners and FC Dallas Collaboration Neiman Marcu...

In this episode of The Industrialist, Jeremy Mercer sits down with Michael Khoury, the Senior Vice President and Team Lead of Fifth Third Bank’s Dallas Middle Market team. A Dallas native, Michael brings a wealth of knowledge from his 19 years in commercial banking. He shares insights from his previous leadership roles at Wells Fargo and First Citizens Bank and discusses his plans to build and lea...

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In this monthly series, hosts Jeremy Mercer, Will Narduzzi, Bob Moorhead, and Rob Franks dive deep into the world of retail. From national trends to local developments, we’re here to give you the inside scoop on what’s driving the industry LIVE from the ICSC floor.

In this episode of The Industrialist , join Jeremy Mercer as he explores the dynamic world of real estate entrepreneurship with Casey Mericle. Casey's journey has taken him from managing entertainment for the Astros fresh out of college, to mastering the art of house flipping, and eventually making his mark in hard money lending and financing. Discover the strategies and insights of a true creativ...