Commercial Observer's Back Story Podcast

More major names in commercial real estate than ever before this century are leaving positions — willingly or not — and switching jobs (and, in some cases, launching entirely new ventures). “The Backstory” podcast this week explores the trend with Commercial Observer editors Max Gross, Cathy Cunningham and Tom Acitelli. Big names, messy exits and a job market in transition — it’s all in the episode ahead.

In this compelling episode of "The Back Story," the Commercial Observer's editorial team delves into the remarkable resilience and continued growth of Florida's real estate market in 2024. While much of the nation grapples with a slowdown, Florida stands out as an exception, with its office sector shaking off the pervasive doom and gloom and apartment rents climbing steadily. Join our roundtable discussion as we unpack the dynamics that have allowed the Sunshine State to maintain its outlier sta

Dive into the challenges and opportunities facing New York’s real estate industry in a post-pandemic era with our latest podcast episode, featuring Max Gross, Brian Pascus and Tom Acitelli. From the significance of the Real Estate Board of New York’s annual gala and its symbolic return to form, to the intricate weave of state and federal policies impacting housing and development, this episode is a treasure trove of insights. With a special focus on the 2024 presidential election and its potenti

In this episode of "The Back Story," join host Max Gross and fellow editors Cathy Cunningham and Tom Acitelli for a candid reflection on the tumultuous year of 2023 in the commercial real estate world. The team delves into the challenges the industry faced, from the struggles in debt markets to the fluctuating dynamics of various asset classes. They also touch on the surprising resilience of certain sectors and ponder the industry's trajectory as we edge into 2024. This episode promises an unvar

In this special episode of Commercial Observer’s podcast “The Back Story,” we delve into the unique and creative world of commercial real estate as seen through the lens of holiday cheer. Our featured piece is a holiday poem by Skip Card, who took time from his job as Commercial Observer's copy editor to artfully capture in festive verse the intricate details of 2023's commercial real estate market. Following the reading, our esteemed panel — Editor in Chief Max Gross, Executive Editor Cathy Cun

In this engaging episode of “The Backstory,” top Commercial Observer editors Max Gross, Cathy Cunningham and Tom Acitelli discuss the intricacies and highlights of the 2023 Young Professionals issue. The episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the selection process as well as the criteria and quirks that landed these 75 names on the list this year.