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Tech Sparks Transformation in Pittsburgh

JLL’s Nick Francic discusses the new direction of Pittsburgh’s office market and the challenges along the way to a diverse and balanced business climate.

Mark Harris, senior vice president of marketing, The Uptime Institute. Photo courtesy of The Uptime Institute

Setting the Bar for Data Center Infrastructure

How did Uptime Institute’s 20-year-old Tier certification become the industry standard for building data centers? Senior Vice President of Marketing Mark Harris explains the steps and shares his expectations for the future of the data center business.

Ernest Katai, Executive Vice President & Head of Production, Berkadia

Executive Q&A: Capital Structure Is King

Following his firm’s purchase of Central Park Capital Partners, Berkadia’s Ernest Katai offers insights on the competitive debt and equity markets and late-cycle activity.

Patrich Jett, Senior Vice President, Colliers International

Detroit Gets in Gear As Tech Drives Auto Sector

Colliers International Senior Vice President Patrich Jett shares his views on the operational needs and real estate considerations of the automotive industry, as well as Detroit’s position in the sector.

Self Storage Beefs Up in Northeast

Michael Legacki of The Hampshire Cos. talks about the peculiarities of the Northeastern self storage market and how the infusion of new players in the sector is changing the game.

How Competition Is Impacting Small-Balance Lending

Arbor Realty Trust’s Dustin Pevear shares insights on the small-balance loan environment and how the diversification of products and providers is changing the landscape.

What to Expect From LA’s Office Market

NKF’s Jennifer Frisk touches on the changes in Los Angeles’ office landscape, undersupplied areas and the role of hospitality in the future of the sector.

Q&A: Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings on Development, Green Space and Affordable Housing

Now in his last term, Rawlings discusses the huge amount of development the city has experienced over the last eight years and why young people are moving there in droves.

Unlocking Philadelphia’s Office Market Potential

Avison Young Principal & Managing Director David Fahey discusses trends, challenges and upcoming projects that will change the metro’s landscape.

Gen-Z’s Impact on Workplace Design

HGA Architects’ Associate Vice President Melissa Jancourt shares what the next round of workers are looking for in office design and workplace culture.