The Zelnik Exchange

Cory Zelnik
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Welcome to the Zelnik Exchange with Cory Zelnik, a New York City based Real Estate executive. Listen in as Cory shares words and stories with various executives, business leaders, journalists, lawyers and other professionals. The purpose of this podcast is to have good and insightful conversations with thought leaders, discuss various satellite industries and topics surrounding real estate, and introduce our audience to the excellent people within the Zelnik & Co. sphere of influence. You never know what you could learn from this week's exchange. Welcome to The Zelnik Exchange. ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks. Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @Zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share, or leave us a review if you enjoyed the podcast.

  1. Oct 29

    044: Kayla Terzi, Leasing Director at Vantage Real Estate Advisors

    Kayla Terzi is a New York City–based hospitality real estate advisor at Vantage Real Estate Advisors, specializing in restaurant, café, bar, hotel, and experiential real estate across the city. Born and raised in NYC, Kayla combines her deep connection to the city with a passion for people, places, and the businesses that bring neighborhoods to life. She approaches real estate as more than transactions, positioning herself as a connector and strategic advisor who helps brands, operators, and landlords find the right opportunities to grow. Outside of real estate, Kayla is a wellness junkie, traveler, and curious explorer of NYC's ever-evolving food and hospitality scene. Through@Retailandrunning, she shares her experiences navigating the city, discovering new businesses, building relationships, and finding balance between ambition and living fully. At the heart of her work and personal life is a belief in the power of connection, continuous growth, and building a life that extends beyond the traditional definition of success. Find Kayla on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayla-terzi-649b151b6 On Instagram: @retailandrunning ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.  Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

  2. Oct 15

    043: Faith Hershey, Leasing Representative at Regency Centers Midwest Retail Leasing

    Faith Hershey serves as Regency Centers' Midwest leasing agent, overseeing a portfolio of more than 30 primarily grocery-anchored shopping centers totaling approximately 4.5 million square feet of retail space. Her portfolio spans Illinois, including Chicago and its surrounding suburbs, as well as Ohio, Indiana, Minnesota, and Missouri. Prior to transitioning into leasing, Faith spent seven years on Regency Centers' marketing team, where she focused on dealmaking marketing and supported leasing agents nationwide across more than 480 properties totaling 61 million square feet. Instagram: @faithhersheycre LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faithhersheycre/ ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.  Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

  3. Oct 1

    042: Tori Nook, Founder/CEO at Anchor Retail

    Tori Nook is the CEO & Founder of Anchor Retail, a national leader in retail and investment real estate advisory, commercial brokerage, and third-party property management. With 25 years of experience and nearly $1 billion in closed transactions, Tori is a nationally recognized expert in tenant representation, specializing in site selection, strategic planning, LOI negotiation, and site packaging for leading retailers, restaurants, landlords, and developers. She has built a career on long-term relationships, multi-state execution, and a proven track record across the U.S. Tori represents leading national and regional brands including Academy Sports, AutoZone, Signet Jewelers, PetSmart, Panera Bread, Bath & Body Works, Urban Air, SKECHERS, sweetgreen, Tommy's Car Wash, and Men's Wearhouse. A graduate of John Carroll University's Boler School of Business, Tori has been recognized as a Crain's Cleveland Top 40 Under 40, Notable Woman in Real Estate, and Notable Leader in Commercial Real Estate, as well as GlobeSt's 2026 Woman of Influence and a Midwest CRE Hall of Fame inductee. Licensed in Ohio, she leads offices in Cleveland and Columbus and serves on the boards of Providence House and Realty Resources Network. Tori on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/torirendanonook/ Tori on Instagram: @tori_nook Tori's podcast on YouTube: The Tori Nook Talk Show ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.  Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

  4. Sep 17

    041: Celebrating 20 Years of Zelnik & Co. Q+A

    This is a special episode celebrating the 20th anniversary of Zelnnik & Co. One of our producers will be asking Cory some questions reflecting on 20 years in the business as Zelnik & Co. ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.  Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

  5. Sep 3

    040: Julia D. Silva, President & Founder of Lee & Associates Tampa Bay

    Julia Silva, SIOR, is an accomplished veteran in the field of commercial real estate with 29 years of experience. As the Founder & President of Lee & Associates Tampa Bay, she has established herself as a top-notch industrial broker. Julia has also held prominent positions at JLL & Cushman & Wakefield, where she showcased her expertise in industrial brokerage, leasing, sales, and development. Throughout her career, Julia has successfully leased and sold over 24+ million square feet of commercial space, totaling an impressive transaction value of $3.5B+. Currently, she is representing a fortune 50 retailer in their pursuit of securing two (2) 1.2 million square foot industrial buildings in Central Florida. In addition to her specialization in industrial real estate, Julia possesses significant experience in office leasing and development. She played a pivotal role in the development of the Highland Oaks office park in Tampa as part of the Duke Realty team. This award-winning office park comprised one million square feet of space, including the notable relocation of JP Morgan's 450,000 sf Treasury Division to Tampa. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliaindustrialrealestate/ Instagram: @juliasilvatampaindustrialcre ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.  Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

  6. Aug 20

    039: Dr. Dawn Jourdan, Dean of the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation at the University of Maryland

    Dr. Dawn Jourdan is Dean of the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation at the University of Maryland, where she leads an interdisciplinary community of architects, planners, preservationists, and real estate developers committed to shaping more just, vibrant, and sustainable places.  Trained as both a lawyer and an urban planner, Dr. Jourdan holds a J.D. and a Ph.D. in Urban and Regional Planning. This dual expertise uniquely positions her at the intersection of law, policy, and the built environment. Her scholarship and teaching have established her as a national thought leader in constitutional law and land use, with a distinctive specialization in the regulation of signs and wayfinding. She has written extensively on how the First Amendment informs local governments' ability to regulate signs, balancing free expression with community character, safety, and economic vitality. As dean, Dr. Jourdan champions a vision for the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation that leverages design, planning, preservation, and development to inspire positive change—preparing the next generation of professionals to design and steward places where people and communities thrive. ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.  Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

  7. Aug 6

    038: Nicole Mihalka, Senior Vice President at CBRE

    Nicole Mihalka is a Senior Vice President at CBRE, where she specializes in leasing advisory and transaction services across creative office, entertainment, and studio space in Los Angeles. She brings extensive experience in the market, with a strong track record in Hollywood and deep relationships across the entertainment and music industries. Beyond her brokerage work, Nicole is also known for her civic leadership and commitment to mentoring women in commercial real estate. Find Nicole on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-mihalka-88b1982/ ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.  Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

  8. Jul 23

    037: Michael Mogerman, Partner at ForeFront Commercial

    Michael Mogerman is a commercial real estate professional and Partner at ForeFront Commercial, where he specializes in retail tenant representation and strategic site selection across the Southeast. With more than a decade of experience in retail real estate and an MBA in Real Estate Development, Michael works with national, regional, and emerging brands—as well as developers and property owners—to identify high-performing locations and execute successful deals. His work focuses on helping clients expand through the right real estate strategy. From market analysis and site sourcing to lease negotiation and deal execution, Mogerman guides clients through every stage of the process while uncovering both on-market and off-market opportunities. Known for his strategic insight, strong industry relationships, and relentless drive, Mike is passionate about helping clients navigate complex markets and secure locations that support long-term growth and value. Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mogermancre/ ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.  Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

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Welcome to the Zelnik Exchange with Cory Zelnik, a New York City based Real Estate executive. Listen in as Cory shares words and stories with various executives, business leaders, journalists, lawyers and other professionals. The purpose of this podcast is to have good and insightful conversations with thought leaders, discuss various satellite industries and topics surrounding real estate, and introduce our audience to the excellent people within the Zelnik & Co. sphere of influence. You never know what you could learn from this week's exchange. Welcome to The Zelnik Exchange. ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks. Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @Zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share, or leave us a review if you enjoyed the podcast.

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  • Creator
    Cory Zelnik
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    The Zelnik Exchange

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