Geopolitics is rewriting the rules for commercial real estate investors. Can understanding history’s patterns be the key to figuring out what’s coming next?

Who better to answer the question than Chair of War Studies at the U.S. Army War College, Michael Neiberg, who uses his expertise of Europe and the U.S. from 1914-1945 to offer valuable insights into today’s global challenges by drawing parallels with the early 20th century.

“What we're dealing with now is not the same as other time periods,” Neiberg explains when discussing some of the economic parallels of the 1930s, which can “lead you down some pretty terrifying places, if you let them.” Instead, Neiberg shares some comforting news: “We are in some ways reverting to the norm.”

This episode of the AFIRE podcast helps investors and strategists rethink their approaches amid a world that’s far less predictable than it once was.

The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Army, Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government. 

LINKS
Take the AFIRE H2 2025 investor survey www.afire.org/survey/h22025invite/
Register for the AFIRE Annual Member Meeting www.afire.org/events/amm25/
Watch the AFIRE POV series of investor interviews www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLO…DHeg562A8-HQrxi8o
Read the latest articles from Summit Journal Issue #18 www.afire.org/summit/
Access the episode webpage featuring links to audio-only platforms here:
www.afire.org/podcast/202512cast/

KEY MOMENTS
00:00 AFIRE CEO Gunnar Branson intro
01:23  Meet Michael Neiberg, Chair of War Studies, US Army War College
02:23 How does today’s pullback compare to the 20th century?
05:52 How should investors handle less free global trade?
09:13 How have politics and economics connected?
11:38 Important lessons from early 20th-century tech
12:59 How is governance changing?
15:45 Does history show that communication is key?


Averting Polycrisis with Michael Neiberg

In this episode of the CRE with CBC Worldwide Podcast, Ashley Wilson interviews Brandon Sudweeks, president of Coldwell Banker Commercial SC in Temecula, California. Brandon shares his journey into commercial real estate, the dynamics of the Temecula market, and the keys to success in the industry. He emphasizes the importance of market reports, differentiation, and perseverance, drawing parallels between his experiences in real estate and his passion for mountain climbing. The conversation concludes with insights on future market predictions and the value of determination in overcoming challenges.

Market Tales: Temecula, CA

For the first time ever, New York City Economic Development Corporation is staging a special Investor Summit in collaboration with AFIRE for international institutional capital that's focused on US property investing. With the summit in mind, AFIRE CEO Gunnar Branson sat down with chief operating officer of NYCEDC, Melissa Román Burch, for a pulse check on New York City’s CRE environment.

“New York City is an engine that is always thinking about growth,” says Burch. Currently, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has set a goal of creating 500,000 housing units over the next 10 years, with roughly 30,000 units expected to come from office-to-residential conversions. Meanwhile, two new trophy office skyscrapers have broken ground, totaling about 2 million square feet of new infrastructure. Looking ahead, the city projects 400,000 green-collar jobs by 2040, underscoring New York’s commitment to both economic growth and sustainability.

The conversation covers the key sectors driving momentum—office, housing, energy, and transportation—while also asking the bigger questions: Where are the opportunities hiding? How will office-to-residential conversions reshape neighborhoods? And what will New York look like in five years?


LINKS
Register for the 2025 AFIRE Annual Member Meeting Sept. 9-10 in NYC
https://www.afire.org/events/amm25/
Learn more about NYCEDC’s Business Development team
https://choose.nyc/
Register for AFIRE/NYCEDC Investor Summit
https://www.afire.org/uncategorized/amm25summitreg/
Watch the AFIRE POV series of investor interviews
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOrtO-j6M9aS8Hr7DHeg562A8-HQrxi8o
Read the latest articles from Summit Journal Issue #18
https://www.afire.org/summit/
Access the episode webpage featuring links to audio-only platforms here:
https://www.afire.org/podcast/202514cast/

KEY MOMENTS
00:00 AFIRE CEO Gunnar Branson intro
01:23  Welcome back, Melissa Román Burch,  COO of NYCEDC
01:48 AFIRE/NYCEDC Investor Summit Invitation
03:37 Pulse check: what’s happening in NYC?
06:51 How is NYC handling housing shortages?
12:57 How much will NYC change in the next 5 years?
16:14 What’s most exciting for institutional investors?
19:46 Is NYC just a financial center?
23:45 Connecting Brooklyn to the mainland
28:31 How are people reacting to the congestion pricing system?
33:17 What’s happening with green energy?
37:11 What can investors expect in NYC over the next decade?
41:30 Final remarks

CRE Status Update: New York City

In this episode of CRE with CBC Worldwide, host Josh Best sits down with Ginger Wilcox, President of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, to explore her leadership philosophy grounded in trust, adaptability, and relevance. Discover how Ginger's journey from a real estate family to leading a lifestyle-driven brand is shaping the future of the industry. Learn about her approach to guiding teams through change, the importance of storytelling in leadership, and how trust plays a pivotal role in her success. Tune in for insights on building a strong organizational culture and the power of mentorship in fostering growth. Don't miss this engaging conversation on leadership and innovation in real estate.

The Leadership Blueprint: Trust and Transformation with Ginger Wilcox

In this episode of the CBC ICYMI podcast, Matt Kornfeind, VP of Growth & Innovation, discusses new initiatives aimed at enhancing the professional development of brokers, including the launch of two property specialty groups. He highlights upcoming events such as the CBC Fall Summit and the Blueprint Conference, emphasizing the importance of networking and industry insights. The episode also encourages nominations for the Q3 Women of CBC champion, celebrating proactive leadership within the organization. Additionally, listeners are directed to valuable resources for success in commercial real estate and engaging conversations with industry leaders.

In Case You Missed It: August 2025 Recap

Breakfast Program August 21, 2025

Program Speakers

Edward Aloe, President & CEO, CALCAP

Shawn McCoy, Ph.D., Director and Associate Professor, Lied Center for Real Estate | University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Josh Nelson, Chief Investment Officer, The Calida Group

Moderator: Adam Schmitt, First Vice President, CBRE | Multifamily Investment Properties

Sponsored by: Panattoni Development Company

Takeaways Podcast NAIOP August 2025

Breakfast Program July 17, 2025

Program Speakers

Lawrence Barnard, President-Children's Hospital of Nevada, Assistant Vice President of Pediatrics, Desert Region, Intermountain Health

Jeff Ruidl, Senior Vice President, Hammes Partners

Bill War, Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, Green Valley Health and Wellness Suites

Moderator: Dan Palmeri, SIOR, Senior Vice President, CBRE

Sponsored by: Whiting-Turner

Takeaways Podcast NAIOP July 2025

Breakfast Program June 19, 2025

Program Speakers

Chris Lexis, SIOR, Principal, Avison Young 

Jason Otter, Founding Partner, LOGIC Commercial Real Estate

Tonya Gottesman, Vice President, CBRE

Moderator: Terri Sheridan, Economic Development Director, City of North Las Vegas

Sponsored by: NVEnergy

Takeaways Podcast NAIOP June 2025

Connor McCarthy, senior vice president of commercial development at United Properties, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. McCarthy talks about his expanded role with United Properties and the current state of the Twin Cities industrial market, among other topics. 

Interview: Connor McCarthy, senior vice president of commercial development, United Properties

In this episode, Dan Spiegel and Dan Weisman discuss the transformative impact of construction technology on the commercial real estate industry. They explore current trends, the role of AI, robotics, and digital twins, as well as the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The conversation emphasizes the importance of education and change management in adopting new technologies, and how these innovations can help address pressing issues in construction and real estate.

Conversations with Dan: AI in Construction with Dan Weisman

Hello Everyone!

Welcome to the introduction episode of Takeaways – the podcast. 

Why am I doing this?

Early 2017, I started sharing my Takeaways from the various (business and real estate) events that I attend throughout the year. It has been incredibly fulfilling.

I started listening to podcasts in 2016 when Malcom Gladwell released Revisionist History. Then I found Seth Godin’s Start Up School. Now I’m a regular – James Altucher is my current favorite.

The other catalyst for me leaping in the podcasting world was enrolling in Seth Godin’s altMBA. It’s a 30 day online workshop all about leveling up. Doing. And demonstrating how capable we are in creating.

So here goes…

I get to attend incredible events all year long as part of my work. There are always Takeaways. I share those on my blog.

I am also blessed to be around remarkable people. There too are always Takeaways to learn. That is what I am sharing on this podcast. Takeaways – Life. Lessons. Learned. explores learning from the wisdom of others.

The show format will be me and a guest. Varied guests. Like a commercial real estate developer, Senior Pastor of a mega church here in Las Vegas, business coach, fraternity executive, police captain, physician and oh-so-many more!

My guests and I will talk, tell stories, and even perform spoken word poetry. The topics covered will include, stature, grief, having valuable conversations, drive vs. ambition, moments of influence. Who knows what else we will learn? Who knows what might be shared that will inspire your next great creation or achievement?

I will share and explore Takeaways that I have learned from the people who have influenced me. At the very least I hope you will be entertained. At the very best you will find value in these Takeaways and will use them to do something meaningfully awesome!

Check it out and be sure to subscribe to Takeaways here, on Apple Podcasts or where else you get your podcasts!

Beyond the Skyline is a podcast from Finance & Commerce newspaper about economic development, commercial real estate and construction in Minnesota. Above all, it’s a show about what’s next, creativity and the innovation in technology that are changing how we work and shaping the future of business throughout Minnesota.

AFIRE is the association for international real estate investors focused on commercial property in the United States. www.afire.org

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