On this episode of Walker Webcast, Willy was joined by Doug Yearley, Chairman and CEO of Toll Brothers, one of the nation’s leading luxury home builders. He and Willy discussed how he climbed the ranks at Toll Brothers, lessons learned from his mentor Bob Toll, the importance of marketing and branding, the secret to the company’s high retention rate, what we can expect to see from the company in the future, and so much more. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or questions, p...
Feb 22, 2024•55 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, Willy was joined by Walker & Dunlop experts Ivy Zelman , Executive Vice President, Research and Securities, Kris Mikkelsen , Executive Vice President, Investment Sales, and Aaron Appel , Senior Managing Director, Capital Markets. They covered hot topics facing the CRE industry including the potential impacts of the impending wave of loan maturities over the next three years, value-add vs. opportunistic strategies, trends they see in each of the asset classe...
Feb 15, 2024•1 hr 5 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, Willy was joined by Michael Duffy, journalist, opinions editor at large at the Washington Post, and bestselling author. Michael and Willy discussed anecdotes from his book, The Presidents Club: Inside the World’s Most Exclusive Fraternity , encounters and interviews he’s had with past United States Presidents, what he is expecting in the primaries, predictions for the 2024 election, and so much more. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or qu...
Feb 08, 2024•59 min
Our latest Walker Webcast guest has made a career out of setting himself apart from the competition, so what are his secrets to success for CRE business owners and professionals? Willy was joined by tech innovator, CRE developer, and bestselling author, Rob Finlay of Thirty Capital. He and Willy discussed concepts from his book Beyond the Building , including the importance of being data-driven and innovative, how to understand and engage your customer, the power of leadership, how to create alp...
Jan 25, 2024•1 hr 4 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, Willy was once again joined by Stephanie Linnartz. Since she was last on the webcast in 2021, she made a major career change, from President of Mariott to President and Chief Executive Officer of Under Armour. According to Stephanie, “I decided to take my own advice – to bet on myself and take a chance. That’s what led me to this job.” She and Willy discussed similarities and differences between running Mariott and Under Armour, the company’s new focus on the f...
Jan 18, 2024•53 min
Willy was once again joined by Dr. Peter Linneman for the Most Insightful Hour in CRE. Peter nailed his 2023 predictions – so what is he forecasting for the year ahead? Tune in for highlights from the latest Linneman Letter including Peter’s outlook for 2024, the state of the economy, housing and auto supply, federal and consumer debt, property plays, and much more. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of co...
Jan 12, 2024•1 hr 3 min
On a special episode of the Walker Webcast, we flipped the script and put Willy in the interviewee seat. He was joined by his friend, Danny Gabriel – CEO of real estate, construction, and investment firm, ColRich and longtime fundraiser for Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) – who asked him questions from the audience. They covered a variety of topics from his daily routine, greatest fears, what drives him to succeed, how he avoids burnout, whether or not he’d run for office, private vs. publi...
Dec 21, 2023•1 hr 10 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, Willy flipped the script and interviewed award-winning journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and co-anchor of CNBC’s Squawk on the Street , David Faber. He and Willy discussed his fascinating experience meeting and interviewing Elon Musk, content wars between Amazon, Netflix, and Apple, the future of the media and cable industries, oil production in the U.S., economic predictions for 2024, the presidential election, and so much more. Watch or listen to...
Dec 14, 2023•52 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, we welcomed back one of the nation’s most respected political analysts, Director and Founder of the Center for Politics at the University of Virginia, Editor in Chief of Sabato’s Crystal Ball , and bestselling author of more than twenty books, Larry Sabato. Since November marked the 60th anniversary of the JFK assassination, Larry and Willy discussed his book The Kennedy Half-Century: The Presidency, Assassination, and Lasting Legacy of John F. Kennedy , includ...
Nov 30, 2023•56 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, Willy was joined by Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Thomas Nides. Tom stepped down from his role as Ambassador earlier this summer, then one month later, the attack on Israel happened. He is now returning his focus to the pressing events in Israel. Tom and Willy discussed what is currently unfolding and what he believes the far-reaching impacts will be. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker ...
Nov 16, 2023•57 min
Housing market questions? Consider them answered! On the Walker Webcast, Willy was joined by THE housing expert , Stuart Miller, Executive Chairman and Co-CEO of Lennar Corporation, one of the nation’s largest homebuilders. They discussed the evolution of Lennar from when his father co-founded it to today, the company’s emphasis on culture and technology, the latest innovations on the homebuilding front, the supply deficit in the housing market, where the single vs. multifamily markets stand, th...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr
China is in a state of turmoil, so what does this mean for the rest of the world? On the Walker Webcast, we welcomed back Evan Osnos, Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist at the New Yorker Magazine, CNN contributor, and bestselling author. He joined Willy to discuss his most recent article, China’s Age of Malaise , the state of the U.S. political system and the 2024 election, implications of global conflict, and much more. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or questions, please...
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Prepare to be inspired! Our webcast guests, Marc Hodulich and Jesse Itzler, are the Co-Founders of 29029 , the Everest Challenge, an endurance hiking event that challenges participants to climb 29,029 feet – the height of Mt. Everest – in 36 hours. Marc is an entrepreneur, management consultant, and endurance athlete, and Jesse co-founded Marquis Jet and Zico coconut water, is part owner of the Atlanta Hawks, and author of the New York Times bestselling book, Living with a SEAL . They joined Wil...
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Just in time for Halloween, Willy was joined by Academy Award-nominated and Emmy Award-winning horror producer, Jason Blum. He is the founder and CEO of Blumhouse, which has produced the Halloween, Paranormal Activity, The Purge, Insidious, and Sinister franchises, among others. Known for being the most profitable production company in Hollywood, Blumhouse has generated over $5.7 billion at the box office. Jason and Willy discussed Blumhouse’s unique business model, how he built one of the most ...
Oct 19, 2023•57 min
Acclaimed economist Dr. Peter Linneman joined Willy once again for the Most Insightful Hour in CRE, Live from the New York Stock Exchange – and you won’t want to miss his hot takes on today’s most pressing issues. They covered topics from the Linneman Letter including the housing market, how the major economies across the U.S. are performing, the state of the CRE asset classes, the longstanding impact of global tensions on the economy, the Fed’s next move, the public vs. private markets, and muc...
Oct 12, 2023•1 hr
Conflict is inevitable, but our webcast guest – an expert in conflict, communication, and workplace dynamics – provided us with the tools needed to tackle difficult situations head-on. Amy Gallo is a contributing editor at Harvard Business Review, Author of Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People) , and Cohost of the Women at Work podcast . She joined Willy to discuss important principles from her book including the four different reasons for conflict, the eight familiar ty...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 1 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, we welcomed Ginni Rometty, former Chairman & CEO of IBM and Co-Chair at OneTen . Her book, Good Power: Leading Positive Change in Our Lives, Work, and World , is a combination of memoir, leadership lessons, and big ideas on how we can all drive meaningful change. She and Willy discussed her path from a difficult childhood to becoming one of the world’s most influential business leaders, how to lead with value and purpose, AI and the importance of trust in n...
Sep 21, 2023•1 hr 2 min
On a special episode of the Walker Webcast, we featured a discussion with world-famous photographer, David Yarrow. A picture is worth a thousand words – and David has the stories to back them up. Join us to see some of his most famous photographs and hear his firsthand account of the experiences. Watch or listen to the replay If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of contact. We are all available to answer questions and provide assistance. ...
Sep 14, 2023•50 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, we were once again joined by Kate Moore, Managing Director and Head of Thematic Strategy at BlackRock. She and Willy covered her prognostications of today’s hottest topics including cybersecurity, clean energy, the strength of the U.S. consumer, return to office, the CHIPS Act, the impact of AI, oil prices, the Fed, and so much more. Watch or listen to the replay If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of c...
Sep 07, 2023•58 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, we featured Willy’s opening remarks from this year’s Summer Conference in Sun Valley – and you won’t want to miss his perspective on where the CRE industry and economy are headed. You’ll hear his take on Fed policy, the future of office, the need for younger leadership in our country, AI’s massive implications to businesses and health, the economics of climate change and how it’ll impact our society, and much more. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any...
Aug 31, 2023•48 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, we welcomed legendary sports broadcaster and play-by-play announcer for Saturday Night Football, Chris Fowler. As a sportscaster on ESPN and ABC for three and a half decades, he is one of the most recognizable voices in the business. He and Willy discussed the upcoming football season, overcoming his anxiety over public speaking, his infamous tiff with Burt Reynolds, the future of the Pac-12, his predictions for the national championship, and much more. Watch o...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 1 min
On a special episode of the Walker Webcast, we featured Willy’s highly anticipated interview with Ezra Klein from the Sun Valley Writers’ Conference . Ezra is a journalist, political analyst, New York Times columnist, award-winning podcast host, author of the book Why We’re Polarized , and the list doesn’t stop there. He and Willy discussed his unique perspective on AI, the tie between zoning and homelessness, polarizing politics, the intersection of government and technology, and so much more. ...
Aug 17, 2023•57 min
Make sure you buy Christina’s book, The Portfolio Life: How to Future-Proof Your Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger than Your Business Card . On this Walker Webcast, we are joined by Christina Wallace, serial entrepreneur and top professor at Harvard Business School where she is the co-course head for The Entrepreneurial Manager, teaches Launching Tech Ventures, and leads HBS Startup Bootcamp for student entrepreneurs. A self-described “human Venn diagram,” Christina crafted a career...
Aug 10, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Our next guest is one of the most influential economists for businesses, journalists, and the public and is a trusted adviser to the nation’s top policymakers. As the leading provider of economic research and data, he has made a career out of helping clients navigate the ever-changing marketplace. Dr. Mark Zandi, chief economist of Moody’s Analytics, joins Willy on the Walker Webcast to discuss the multi and single-family housing markets, predictions about the Federal Reserve’s next move, the st...
Aug 03, 2023•58 min
For the 150th episode of the Walker Webcast, we welcomed Marc Lipschultz, Co-Chief Executive Officer of Blue Owl Capital Inc., one of the fastest-growing alternative asset management firms with $144 billion in assets under management. He and Willy discussed Blue Owl’s innovative business model, the shift from public to private markets, how AI is impacting investment strategies, his company’s CRE platform, the growth of the alternative fuel and energy space, and much more. Watch or listen to the ...
Jul 27, 2023•1 hr 1 min
At the Walker & Dunlop Summer Conference, Willy was joined by financial icon Kiril Sokoloff. He is the Founder and CEO of independent institutional global research firm, 13D Research & Strategy, and is considered one of the greatest investors of our time. He and Willy touched on today’s hottest topics including the power of AI and its effect on humankind, the economic landscape in the U.S. and across the globe, his opinion on new world order, climate change and clean energy, the strength...
Jul 20, 2023•53 min
Our most watched guest is back with even more hot takes on the economy and CRE. Willy was joined once again by acclaimed economist, Dr. Peter Linneman. They covered today’s most pressing issues including the Fed’s next move, the impact of the economy on the CRE asset classes, which regions are seeing the most growth, his predictions for the future, and much more. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of conta...
Jul 13, 2023•59 min
On this episode of Walker Webcast, we welcomed National Book Award-winning journalist at The New Yorker magazine, CNN contributor, and co-host of The Political Scene podcast, Evan Osnos. He is also the bestselling author of Wildland: The Making of America's Fury, Joe Biden: The Life, the Run, and What Matters Now, and Age of Ambition: Chasing Fortune, Truth, and Faith in the New China. He and Willy covered a range of topics from his books including US-China relations, the Biden presidency and po...
Jun 29, 2023•1 hr 3 min
On a special in-person episode of the Walker Webcast, Willy sat down with Greg Maffei, President and Chief Executive Officer of Liberty Media. He is also the Chairman of Live Nation Entertainment, Sirius XM, and Trip Advisor – and we’ve barely scratched the surface. The pair discussed the building blocks of his remarkable career, what attracted him to the Formula 1 franchise and its direction for the future, the evolution of the video and music streaming industries, the impact of AI on Liberty M...
Jun 22, 2023•58 min
On a special episode of the Walker Webcast, Willy sat down with legendary athlete, businessman, and philanthropist, Alex Rodriguez (A-Rod) – and they covered all the bases. The pair discussed Alex’s remarkable baseball career, performing under pressure, how he balances his business ventures and managing the Minnesota Timberwolves, his multifamily real estate endeavors, and so much more. Watch or listen to the replay If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker &...
Jun 08, 2023•50 min
