Built World Podcast
The Built World Podcast is a dynamic show that delivers engaging, in-depth conversations with Miami's top real estate leaders, developers, and entrepreneurs. Each episode explores the latest industry trends, success stories, and expert insights, all in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, often accompanied by cocktails. Hosted in a conversational style, the podcast features high-profile guests who share their experiences and perspectives, offering valuable insights for both seasoned professionals and those simply interested in the real estate world. Whether you're seeking inspiration or professional knowledge, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone passionate about the industry.
Episodes
89 episodes
Inside The Built World with Ben Hoffman & Felipe Azenha
No guests this week, just us, talking shop and sharing what’s really going on in Miami’s industrial market. We get into the story of Built World Advisors, why we’re betting big on Class B warehouses in the urban core, and what we’ve learned bui...
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52:24
Hue Chen - President, Saglo Companies
Hue Chen, President of Saglo Companies, stopped by to drop some serious shopping center knowledge. From his early days as a leasing agent to leading one of South Florida’s most active retail owner-operators, Hue’s journey is a masterclass in gr...
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1:41:50
Mid-Year Market Update with Anthony Graziano & Juan Arias
The brain trust is back. Juan Arias (CoStar Group) and Anthony Graziano (Integra Realty Resources) join us to break down what’s shaping up for the second half of 2025 in commercial real estate.We cover the macro trends: interest rates, ...
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1:30:11
Andy Hellinger - Co-founder & Principal, Urban-X Group
A former attorney and once a professional tennis player Andy brings a rare mix of discipline, strategy, and precision to the world of real estate development. He takes us behind the scenes of River Landing, one of the largest mixed-use projects...
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1:13:54
Noah Breakstone - Managing Partner & CEO, BTI Partners
In this episode, we dive into Noah’s epic journey, from selling Encyclopedia Britannica door-to-door to capitalizing on the 2008 financial crisis (what the hell is a community development bond?) and building one of the largest land portfolios i...
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1:47:29
Abe Ng - Founder & CEO, Sushi Maki
Abe dropped by the pod with a couple of bottles of saki in hand. He grew up in a restaurant family, studied at Cornell’s prestigious hospitality school, and came out of the gates swinging—with a fast-casual wrap concept that flopped.But ...
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1:23:07
Gary Ressler - Principal, TILIA Companies
Today we sit down with Gary Ressler to talk all things Downtown Miami real estate. We get into what it was like growing up in a real estate family, Gary’s stint in Hollywood working at Disney, and what it was like stepping in to run the family ...
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1:22:14
Jay Newman - Partner & Chief Operating Officer, Athens Group
On this episode we share a drink with Jay Newman — one of the driving forces behind some of the most iconic luxury hotels and branded residences in the country.Before he was leading projects like Amangiri, Montage, and the Four Seasons, ...
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1:25:40
Nikki Greenberg - Real Estate Futurist
Live from the ULI Florida Summit: A Conversation with Futurist Nikki GreenbergIn this special episode recorded on-site at the ULI Florida Summit in Bonita Springs, we sit down with world-renowned futurist Nikki Greenberg to explore the f...
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1:51:09
Anthony De Yurre - Partner, Bilzin Sumberg
We poured some scotch and got into it — growing up in Miami, how the city’s changing block by block, and what it really takes to get deals done in this town.Anthony De Yurre isn’t your typical land use attorney. He’s a zoning whisperer, ...
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1:46:47
Nelson Stabile - Principal & Co-Founder, Integra Investments
From a small town in the Amazon to co-founding Integra Investments, Nelson Stabile’s journey is anything but typical. In this episode, he shares how a childhood spent off the grid shaped his problem-solving mindset — and how that grit now drive...
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1:49:44
Pablo Barreiro - Chairman, FORTEC
Before he was Chairman of the Board at FORTEC, Pablo Barreiro was out in the field, brokering deals and learning the game from the ground up. Born in Argentina, Pablo came to the U.S. to play fútbol and pursue his education — eventually earning...
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1:24:40
Charles Ladd - Founder, Barron Real Estate
Charlie has been shaping the fabric of Fort Lauderdale for over three decades — not just as a developer, but as a local who never left.On this episode, we sit down with Charlie to trace his journey from the late 1980s to today — from his...
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1:37:39
Emi Guerra - Co-Founder, Breakwater Hospitality Group
From Club Space to Regatta Grove, Emi Guerra has seen it all. We trace his journey from hustling in high school as a club promoter to launching iconic venues like Club Space, The Wharf, and Regatta Grove. Emi opens up about the rollercoaster ri...
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1:41:21
Lissette M. Calderon - Founder & CEO, Neology Group
Lissette Calderon showed up to the studio with a bottle of Casa Dragones tequila and got right to business—just like she has her entire career. From her childhood growing up near the Miami River to becoming one of the most visionary developers ...
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1:36:39
David Lombardi - President & Founder, Lombardi Properties
In this episode, we sat down over a couple of Old Fashioneds with David Lombardi — a true Miami original, Wynwood pioneer, and lifelong lover of architecture.David opens up about his journey from humble beginnings — growing up as an only...
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1:31:14
Q1 South Florida Market Update with Anthony Graziano, CEO of Integra Realty Resources, and Juan Arias, Director of Market Analytics at CoStar Group
Two of South Florida’s sharpest data minds dropped by Büro for a couple of cocktails and a deep dive into the numbers shaping our region’s real estate market. Anthony and Juan joined us to unpack the real impact of tariffs on real estate and co...
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1:29:37
Michael Simkins - President & CEO, Lion Development Group
Michael Simkins stopped by the pod with a bottle of E11EVEN Vodka in hand, and let’s just say—cocktails were poured, stories were shared, and the energy was very Miami.We talked about growing up in Miami Beach, his detour to Brooklyn Law...
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1:23:00
Scott Sherman - Founder & Principal, Torose Equities
Scott joined us for a couple of glasses of afternoon Tequila Ocho Reposado and a great conversation about his journey through the world of real estate.Born and raised in South Florida (with a solid NYC accent courtesy of his parents), Sc...
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1:19:22
Isaac Toledano - Co-Founder & CEO, BH Group
In this episode, Isaac shares his inspiring journey from dropping out of high school to following his entrepreneurial instincts, successfully starting and selling a landscaping business in Tel Aviv—all before the age of 16. He later ventured in...
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1:07:08
Felix Bendersky - Founder & Principal, F+B Hospitality Leasing
Felix joined us on the pod—and yes, he brought along his signature Bendersky Scotch blend—to talk all things Miami F&B. Born and raised in the hospitality scene, Felix's journey started in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, where his Ukrainian immig...
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1:18:04
Malcolm Butters, Co-Founder & CEO, Butters Construction & Development
From his roots in Montreal to building one of South Florida’s leading industrial construction firms, Malcolm Butters shares his journey with us over a Monkey 47 Gin & Ginger Ale. Real estate runs in the Butters family—his father started inv...
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1:33:12
Miki Naftali - Founder & CEO, Naftali Group
From soaking up the sun on Israeli beaches to flipping one of the most iconic hotels in NYC, Miki Naftali’s real estate journey is the definition of a wild ride.Miki’s story starts in Israel, but things really took off when he landed at ...
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2:13:07
Jorge Garcia - Co-Founder & CEO, garciastromberg
Jorge Garcia’s journey is the kind of immigrant success story that deserves a toast over a glass of red wine. Arriving in Miami during the 1960s Cuban exodus, his family settled in Liberty City, where he quickly learned the art of resilience. T...
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1:41:44
Michael Fay - Chairman, U.S. Capital Markets Group, Avison Young
What does it take to shape a city’s skyline and close nearly $17 billion in transactions? In this episode, we sit down with Michael over an Old Fashioned to talk about his four-decade journey in commercial real estate.Michael’s path wasn...
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