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Building Integrity & Insight Into Every Real Estate Journey.

Mentorship, ethical leadership, and clear-eyed guidance for the next generation of commercial real estate professionals.

The 
Mission

At Coe Enterprises, my work centers on elevating rising leaders by sharing wisdom earned across four decades in commercial real estate — through writing, podcasting, mentoring, and coaching.

Empowering Future Leaders Together

Success is not derived from leverage, shortcuts, or ruthlessness — but from integrity, generosity, and consistent disciplined action. 


My goal is to help the next generation lead from a place of wisdom, humility, and fearless optimism. 

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In The News

Blog: Ethical Leadership Insights 

A weekly reflection series where I unpack lessons from decades of experience — what truly drives long-term success, resilience, and character in CRE.

Podcast: Icons of DC Area Real Estate

Conversations with the leaders who’ve shaped the region — stories of grit, innovation, and the human side of real estate.

Career Coaching

Personalized guidance for professionals who want to navigate CRE careers with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Recent Events

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Featured Episodes

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Todd Rich – “Family Office” Private Equity Investor

Todd Rich details his transition from institutional giants Tishman Speyer and JBG to co-founding Declaration Partners, explaining how he leverages the patience and flexibility of a "family office" mindset to execute Co-GP and preferred equity strategies with high-integrity partners.

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Matt Kelly – Finding A Smooth “Landing” Path for JBG Smith

Matt Kelly details JBG Smith’s transformation from a private partnership to a public REIT, recounting the high-stakes strategy behind securing Amazon HQ2 and emphasizing a leadership philosophy of transparency and "sharing the pie" to drive collective success.

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Willy Walker – Transformational Leader

Willy Walker details the exponential scaling of Walker & Dunlop from a family firm to a public giant through bold five-year plans and strategic acquisitions, while candidly revealing his personal transformation from a "control freak" to a leader prioritizing empathy and a strict "no jerk" culture.

Quotes from Mentees

“John asks questions that make you rethink your entire approach to the business.”

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Coe Enterprises exists to elevate meaningful conversations, long-form storytelling, and ethical leadership in the commercial real estate industry.


If you—or your organization—want to champion that mission, there are opportunities to partner with us through editorial sponsorships, podcast episodes, or leadership storytelling initiatives.

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