Fully Occupied

Occupier: Matt Giffune & Lauren Covell
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Fully Occupied

Occupier presents the Fully Occupied show, a podcast that helps you make sense of the commercial real estate and proptech landscape. You'll hear from proptech founders, CRE brokers, CRE execs, thought leaders and other folks that are on the bleeding edge of changing an industry. You'll also hear from the Occupier team with quick tips and insights into how you can up your commercial real estate game.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    113 - Unlocking QSR Growth: The Role of Build-to-Suit Development | Ft. Kendall Whitaker from ZIG

    Kendall Whitaker from Zucker Investment Group (ZIG) dives into the vital role of real estate development and growth equity in the QSR space. Kendall explores the significance of location selection, the rise of modular build-out concepts, and effective capital structures for syndicating deals with investors. He shares ZIG’s approach to partnering with QSR operators, offering strategic support that allows franchisees to focus on growth while ZIG handles real estate complexities. From regional real estate trends to maximizing EBITDA in exit strategies, Kendall provides a roadmap for QSR success built on scalable, data-driven development solutions. ABOUT KENDALL WHITAKER: Kendall heads up ZIG's Quick Service Restaurant Platform. By leveraging his deep understanding of franchise capital stacks, real estate site selection, and expertise in the restaurant M&A process, Kendall enables his partners to achieve exceptional growth. Prior to joining the ZIG team, Kendall was a Top 5 Rookie Agent Nationally for a publicly traded Insurance Agency before entering into the retail tenant representation world in 2022 and joining ZIG in May of 2023. He is a graduate of the University of Alabama. ABOUT ZUCKER INVESTMENT GROUP (ZIG): Zucker Investment Group (ZIG) is a strategic capital firm operating at the nexus of real estate development and growth equity. Leveraging its expertise in site selection, creative financing, and strategic exits, ZIG empowers its partners to drive exceptional growth and achieve superior exit outcomes. In addition to serving as a real estate and capital partner to various franchisees, ZIG is also a franchisee of AFC Urgent Care and Smalls Sliders.

    27 min

  2. 23 OCT

    112 - Hot Chicken, Hot Markets: Strategic Growth For Emerging Brands | Ft. Mike LaRue from Angry Chickz

    Mike LaRue is the VP of Franchise Development at Angry Chickz and a seasoned expert in the franchise space, particularly in the emerging brands sector. He joins Matt to share how emerging brands can strategically scale in a competitive market, the importance of storytelling in building a brand, and the 3 key considerations for successful brand development.

    27 min

  3. 9 OCT

    111 - The Secret to Scaling Emerging Brands | Ft. Dan Rowe from Fransmart

    Dan Rowe is the Founder and CEO of Fransmart, one of the largest restaurant franchise development firms in the world. Fransmart specializes in finding the next big thing at the earliest stages and has sold over 5,000 franchises worldwide. He joins Matt to share his extensive experience in the franchise world, discussing the strategies for identifying and developing successful restaurant brands. Dan emphasizes the importance of authentic brand DNA, strong unit economics, and the right franchisee selection. Tune in for valuable advice for first-time franchisees!

    38 min

  4. 12 SEPT

    110 - Navigating the Retail Real Estate Market with a Trusted Broker | Ft. Eddie Gonzalez (CRE8 Advisors)

    Eddie Gonzalez is the Designated Broker at CRE8 Advisors and a seasoned expert in the retail brokerage industry. Eddie shares his journey from the hospitality sector to becoming a trusted name in Phoenix's competitive retail real estate market. He reveals how his background in hospitality has shaped his client-centric approach, emphasizing the importance of exceptional customer service and personalized attention. Tune in to hear Eddie's expert perspective on how creativity and a personalized touch can make all the difference in a dynamic and ever-changing market.

    27 min

  5. 7 AUG

    109 - CBRE’s Strategies for Revitalizing American Cities | Ft. Julie Whelan from CBRE

    Julie Whelan, Global Head of Occupier Thought Leadership at CBRE, dives into CBRE's recent report on "Shaping Tomorrow's Cities". She discusses the future of American cities and the impact of remote work on the office market. She emphasizes the need for cities to transform into vibrant mixed-use environments that offer more than just office space. The report also highlights the different archetypes of cities and the challenges and opportunities they face.

    34 min

  6. 31 JULY

    108 - Local First Retail Real Estate Strategies | Ft. Edie Weintraub of Terra Alma

    Edie Weintraub advises new + established retail, hospitality, and restaurant brands on their real estate growth strategy. Edie joins Matt to chat about the idea of *Local First Retail Real Estate Strategies* to integrate your brand into the fabric of the local community. Tune in to gain insights into how Edie supports local retailers, beauty shops, and restaurant tenants with their location expansion plans.

    30 min

  7. 28 JUNE

    107 - A Data Matching Solution for Physical Places | Ft. Auren Hoffman from SafeGraph/Placekey

    Auren Hoffman, CEO of SafeGraph discusses the challenges of data matching and the solution provided by Placekey. He also explores the impact of AI and LLMs on data availability and pricing. Tune in to learn about the benefits of seamlessly joining disparate datasets.

    23 min

  8. 16 MAY

    106 - How Pepper Lunch is Preparing for Explosive Growth | Ft. Troy Hooper & Dana Hathaitham from Pepper Lunch

    Pepper Lunch is a fast-casual Japanese hot plate concept that originated in Tokyo, Japan, and is poised for explosive growth in North America over the coming years. Troy Hooper, CEO, and Dana Hathaitham, Director of Real Estate & Development, share their rapid expansion strategy involving both corporate and multi-unit franchise deals in the United States market. They discuss all the considerations to make when planning restaurant real estate growth from 5 to 500 locations. Tune in for their franchise, real estate, and hospitality expertise!

    36 min
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About

Occupier presents the Fully Occupied show, a podcast that helps you make sense of the commercial real estate and proptech landscape. You'll hear from proptech founders, CRE brokers, CRE execs, thought leaders and other folks that are on the bleeding edge of changing an industry. You'll also hear from the Occupier team with quick tips and insights into how you can up your commercial real estate game.

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  • Creator
    Occupier: Matt Giffune & Lauren Covell
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    113
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Occupier: Matt Giffune & Lauren Covell
  • Show Website
    Fully Occupied

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