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REITs Reap Rewards of De-Risking

The lessons of the financial crisis have made a lasting impact on these companies, positioning them for continued growth and stability through year-end, says Fitch Ratings Senior Director Stephen Boyd.

Q&A: Georgia’s Supercharged Data Center Ecosystem

With the passage of House Bill 696, the state is poised to become the second-largest market on the East Coast, according to QTS Executive Vice President Butch Goldi. The industry veteran touches on the impacts and challenges of the new business landscape.

Jay Maddox

Stimulating Development in Low-Income Areas

Avison Young Principal Jay Maddox details the tax code provisions that incentivize long-term investment in specific geographic areas across the country.

Cushman & Wakefield Selects New Senior Director

With 15 years of industry experience, Shane Funston will focus on facilitating, managing and executing real estate strategies for a range of health-care clients.

JLL Hires Former Google Executive

Vinay Goel will serve as chief digital product officer, in charge of delivering the most up-to-date technological solutions to the company’s clients.

Camille Renshaw, co-founder & CEO, Brokers + Engineers

The Future of NNN: Easier, More Accessible

Brokers+Engineers’ Camille Renshaw reveals the story behind the industry’s first technology platform for trading triple-net lease properties. She also discusses the factors shaping this unique real estate niche.

Joe DeCola, vice president, NAI Partners

NAI Partners Hires New VP in Texas

Commuting between the company’s San Antonio and Austin offices, veteran commercial real estate professional Joe DeCola will provide sales coaching and management to junior-level producers.

Hospitality Ventures Appoints New Director of Asset Management

During her career, Roxanne Rees has worked with important clients in the hospitality industry, including InterContinental, Ashford Hospitality and Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels.

The Opportunity Behind Vacant Mall Spaces

Well-known retailers announced thousands of store closings this year, giving most mall operators the shivers. Noddle Cos. Vice President of Leasing Gordon Sudbeck reveals his predictions on how the retail landscape is about to pivot.

Randy Nerren, Senior Vice President, NAI Partners

NAI Partners Appoints New SVP in Houston

Randy Nerren brings 35 years of experience to his new position. The industry veteran will join the company’s expanding office project leasing group.