Icons of DC Area Real Estate Podcast
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Conversations with the leaders who shaped a region — and the lessons they found along the way.
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John C. Coe
Featured Episodes
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.
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.
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.