Welcome back to Greycast! Our guest today is Karim A. Hutson, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Genesis Companies, a renowned real estate development firm. With over two decades of experience, Karim shares valuable insights on self-reflection, aligning passions with careers, and creating opportunities. We'll also explore his dedication to community upliftment and addressing housing affordability. Takeaways Advice for success and personal fulfillment The role of real estate development in buildin...
Dec 12, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Welcome back to GreyCast! In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us, the renowned entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, and political activist, Don Peebles. We dive into a fascinating conversation with Don about his incredible real estate journey and groundbreaking achievements in the industry. From his transformative projects in major cities across the country to his advocacy for diversity and inclusion, Don has truly made his mark. Join us as we explore his inspiring story, the ch...
Sep 20, 2023•1 hr 21 min
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Greycast! Today, we sat down with Cedric Bobo, the co-founder and CEO of Project Destined. Learn about his journey from growing up on a farm in Mississippi to making a mark in the real estate industry. Cedric's story is a powerful example of how believing in someone and providing them with opportunities can change lives. Stay tuned as we explore his story and the valuable lessons he has to share. Let's dive in! Takeaways -Achieving Greatness: Scaling the I...
Aug 16, 2023•55 min
Tune in to Greysteel's GreyCast podcast! CEO of Avanath Capital Management, Daryl Carter, joins us to share his experience in the debt and equity businesses. Listen as he discusses the challenges of starting a business in 1991 and 2008, and how the financial services industry has evolved. Discover how Avanath focuses on acquiring, rehabilitating, and preserving affordable housing, and even pursues ground-up development opportunities. Carter emphasizes the importance of building strong communitie...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 12 min
In this episode of Greysteel's GreyCast podcast, Our host Donahue Peebles III, a real estate entrepreneur and executive vice president of Peebles Corporation. Donahue Peebles III shares his experience growing up in a family of real estate entrepreneurs and how his father's teachings helped shape his career. They also discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the real estate industry and what to expect in the post-pandemic future. Donahue Peebles III emphasizes the importance of considering ...
Mar 29, 2023•55 min
Welcome back to Greysteel's GreyCast podcast. In today’s episode, Chris Mfume is our guest. Chris Mfume is the managing partner of CLD Partners. He is responsible for leading all development and investment activities and guiding the firm’s projects through inception to completion. He is also a member of the Urban Land Institute and Thread, a volunteer-driven mentor program. In the episode, Chris discusses his life background and how he started his real estate journey by job hunting for almost 7 ...
Mar 15, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Welcome back to season two of Greysteel's GreyCast podcast. In this podcast, TC and Nigel invited Josh Wilson, a former-NFL player who switches into commercial real estate. Josh Wilson recounts his experiences, starting with his time in the NFL and moving on to CRE. He discussed the difficulties he encountered when starting out in real estates, such as obtaining funding and assets to support his business. He also discusses his aspirations for the near future as well as his goals for his business...
Mar 01, 2023•52 min
Welcome back to season two of Greysteel's GreyCast podcast. In this podcast, Mike introduced a new group in Greysteel which is the Greysteel Black Professional Network or GBPN. Mike introduced the people who are leading the group. First is TC Cosby who leads the structured finance group of Greysteel. Next, is Nigel Crayton, who works on the mid-Atlantic Multifamily team and is also the director of Greysteel. Lastly, Aaron Inman works on the Baltimore Multifamily and is also a Senior Investment A...
Feb 27, 2023•37 min
In this episode of GreyCast, Hosts Ari Firoozabadi and Mike Hehir are joined by Fletcher Hultman, a senior investment associate with Greysteel East Coast Affordable Housing team. Fletcher shares his journey from moving to Richmond for his wife's acceptance into Georgetown University to connecting with Henry Matthias and joining Ari. He discusses his initial uncertainties as a broker, growing the team, and the importance of honesty and culture at Greysteel. The conversation covers Fletcher's back...
Oct 29, 2021•35 min
Join host Ari Firoozabadi In this episode of GreyCast, where he welcomes Steve Lamberti, President of Highmark Residential, and Jack Stone for an insightful discussion on entrepreneurship and life. Steve shares wisdom from his 40-year real estate career, emphasizing the significance of empowering your team to foster business growth and support one another. The conversation explores the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, the value of college degrees in multifamily, challenges of remote work, and...
Oct 15, 2021•45 min
In this episode of GreyCast, we are joined by Everett Wong, the head of Gray Steel's LA office and a multifamily property sales expert. Starting from the entertainment industry's mailroom, Everett's journey to real estate success is inspiring. He shares valuable insights into the current challenges in the multifamily market and the key to his team's triumphs in a competitive landscape. Don't miss this fascinating dive into Everett Wong's remarkable career and the world of investment sales! Takea...
Oct 01, 2021•33 min
Jeff Danley, Founder, Chairman and CIO of Peak Capital Partners joins GreyCast to talk about attending BYU, growing up in the midwest and Peak Capitals accession within the Multifamily space.
Sep 17, 2021•43 min
In this episode of GreyCast, we have our special guest Kyle Tangney. Prepare to be inspired as we explore touching stories and the dynamic world of real estate and technology. We celebrate the remarkable Texas team's care and the underwriting team's expertise in numbers. Kyle shares personal experiences from their time at a prominent school, emphasizing the importance of connection and community engagement. Their passion for senior and assisted living spaces shines through, emphasizing the signi...
Sep 03, 2021•35 min
Chuck Kuhn, Virginia native and self-made entrepreneur who founded JK Moving Services at the age of 16 and has grown it to one of the largest privately owned moving shops in the country. Chuck talks about the struggles of starting his own business and eventual rewards including moving 4 different U.S. Presidents in / out of the White House.
Aug 20, 2021•38 min
Welcome back to Greysteel's GreyCast podcast. Join Ari Firoozabadi and Mike Hehir on GreyCast as they welcome guest Herb Schwat, sharing his remarkable journey to success. Explore Herb's early achievements in the business world, his real estate upbringing, and the smart strategies driving growth in the industry. Discover the importance of mentorship and collaboration, and gain valuable insights into India's language diversity. This episode will leave you inspired and reflective on your own path ...
Aug 06, 2021•40 min
Josh Bernstein joins GreyCast to discuss growing up in an everchanging Washington, DC area, the value of a good education having attended Tufts, London School of Economics and Harvard Business School and the family real estate empire.
Jul 23, 2021•49 min
Doug Banerjee is everywhere and he's a major component of Greysteel's success. With an engineering degree from Virginia Tech and a consulting background, Doug perpetually puts his process and analytical gifts on full display by scaling Greysteel across Texas the contiguous states. As a Senior Managing Director, Doug's positive impact is felt across all the entire platform, everyday.
Jul 09, 2021•20 min
Maryland native and University of Maryland graduate David Kessler joins GreyCast to discuss his tenure as CEO at Cohn Reznick, one of the largest public accounting firms in the country. David dives into the importance of growing a company and how the alternative was never an option.
Jun 25, 2021•50 min
Jack Stone open, honest and crushing it. Jack is a product of the University of Texas in both Undergraduate and Law. This reformed attorney has dabbled with the limelight on Bachelor in Paradise, publishes articles, serves charitable causes and is growing his business exponentially with Greysteel. As a Dallas native, Jack knows Texas and is committed to it's future.
Jun 11, 2021•46 min
Pat Jackson is a Carolina native, University of South Carolina graduate and currently Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Sabal Capital Partners. In this dynamic conversation, Pat covers his background from starting his own business, working overseas, his first executive decision and how he'd rather be an entrepreneur on another's dime.
Apr 27, 2021•46 min
