In this episode of The Industrial Real Estate Show, Jeff Deehan of Dymaxion Development shares how his passion for city-building (first sparked by playing SimCity as a kid) evolved into a career in real-world development. Based in Lansing, Michigan, Deehan’s firm takes a hyper-local, mixed-asset approach, developing multifamily, industrial, and even community-scale projects within a 100-mile radius. Rather than chasing population or job growth trends, he starts with a property or area that’s und...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr
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 risk tolerance, asset classes, and how personal experience and logic influence investment preferences...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr
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 pain, they are strategically aimed at rebalancing decades of trade deficits. He explains that tariffs...
Jun 18, 2025•56 min
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 presence in these markets—always respecting the source of business and prioritizing strong, long-term brok...
Jun 17, 2025•54 min
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 issues, and mitigating risk, especially in industrial settings where unexpected problems like roof l...
Jun 16, 2025•54 min
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 of necessity, and over time, he grew both his business and real estate holdings by purchasing under...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 4 min
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, student housing, and self-storage to light industrial properties across North America. As a business v...
May 30, 2025•46 min
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 a range of outcomes rather than fixed predictions. He notes that while tariffs may incentivize resh...
May 23, 2025•54 min
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 uncertain markets. Bob talked about the importance of digging into every transaction, even the ones...
May 21, 2025•45 min
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 entrepreneur and real estate investor who resides in Athens, Georgia with his wife and three children. He s...
May 05, 2025•59 min
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 explores how 3PLs are adapting, why companies are pausing shipments, and what industrial real estate profess...
Apr 26, 2025•55 min
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 supply — and why smart real estate owners should start thinking about solar and power infrastructure n...
Apr 18, 2025•56 min
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 #industrialrealestate
Apr 13, 2025•58 min
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, Research & Analytics. He is responsible for generating actionable insights that drive investment and opera...
Apr 06, 2025•48 min
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 buy box, value-add strategy, and shift to a fund model—all while emphasizing the importance of down...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 6 min
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 professional, this conversation offers valuable insights into what it really takes to build and operate the...
Mar 28, 2025•1 hr 12 min
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 facilities that offer flexibility, emphasizing the critical role labor availability plays in site selection. ...
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr 2 min
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 criteria, emphasizing stable assets essential to infrastructure, long-term leases (around 20 years)...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 3 min
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 rent growth in 2025, driven by constrained supply due to significantly reduced development activity....
Mar 09, 2025•1 hr
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 capital flows. He uses an analogy of trying to predict the Super Bowl winner 10 years from now to ill...
Mar 08, 2025•1 hr 6 min
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 brokered the sale of over 2,341 buildings having a market value of approximately $22 billion. For 26 years of those years...
Mar 07, 2025•55 min
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 worked at Brickman where he focused on the management and leasing of their New York office portfolio. Co...
Feb 23, 2025•57 min
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 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hoffman-supply-chain-advisorsAbout David:David Hoffman is a seasoned s...
Feb 14, 2025•51 min
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 some fantastic news during the interview!-- Link to James' Book https://a.co/d/aS42lzI 🚩 Subscribe: / @indust...
Feb 12, 2025•23 min
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, challenges found in big box warehousing, and the healthy demand for small bay industrial. About Trey: Trey joined...
Jan 31, 2025•50 min
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 supply chains. • The Power of Optionality: Strategies for navigating uncertainty and staying agile in a ...
Jan 26, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Warehouse racking might seem like a fairly simple topic, but after hearing from Jonathan Hirst, I've realized it's far more complex than I would have thought! Not only are there crucial safety considerations, there are also numerous factors that need to be taken into account. About Jonathan Hirst, P. Eng – Vice President and General Manager of North American Storage, Vice President of Hi-Cube Storage Products: Jonathan Hirst has worked as a prominent figure at NAS and the Industrial Storage Indu...
Jan 17, 2025•59 min
In this week's episode of the industrial real estate show I was pleased to be joined by Chris Matin who is restoring a 105 year factory in Charleston, Illinois. It was previously a shoe factory and has had years of neglect. Hear how Chris has been working on this ambitious project for the past 2 years including all the challenges he's encountered along the way, the outpouring of support from others and his plans for the future! Chris's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-YfK2WRdf...
Jan 09, 2025•45 min
Kyle Reiling, the Executive Director of the Greenview Industrial Gateway, will be quick to point to the numerous people who played important roles in Kevin O'Leary's announcement to building the world's largest data center. And there was surely a bit of good luck involved as well. But as modest as Kyle is, he has been the driving force behind getting an expansive land parcel assembled (which is unique to North America). Or as Kyle himself says, this is the only site like it anywhere in the world...
Dec 30, 2024•21 min
Jim Belosic is an industrialist. With a background in software, he applied what he learned in that industry towards a traditional (and seemingly outdated) industry: manufacturing. He was frustrated with how difficult it was to get a one off part, so he bought a laser cutter with the intent of doing small jobs to offset his costs to run it for himself. Fast forward to today and SendCutSend now offers custom sheet metal parts in as little as 2 days. They have 260 employees and 3 strategic location...
Dec 20, 2024•50 min
