Built World Advisors Podcast: The Definitive Biography of the People Building Our Cities
The Built World Podcast is the premier biographical series and educational resource dedicated to the visionaries, risk-takers, and Institutional Operators shaping the landscape of Commercial Real Estate (CRE), Urbanism, and Property Development.
Hosted by Felipe Azenha and Ben Hoffman, active Commercial Real Estate Brokers and Co-Founders of Built World Advisors in Miami, this show is more than a market update—it is a deep-dive exploration into the life stories, personal philosophies, and investment strategies of the industry’s most influential leaders. Each episode is a professional masterclass delivered through the lens of a personal history, uncovering the "good, the bad, and the ugly" of the entrepreneur’s journey from their first deal to their most iconic project.
Conversations, Cocktails, and High-Level Banter
We believe the best insights happen when the guard comes down. Our signature "Conversations & Cocktails" format creates a relaxed, inviting atmosphere where the banter is light, the humor is sharp, and the drinks are flowing. But don't let the cocktails fool you—the dialogue is profoundly intelligent, offering a tactical look at the Capital Stack, Asset Management, and Market Economics. It’s the kind of high-stakes "shop talk" you usually only hear in a private boardroom or a closed-door partner meeting.
Virtually Every Asset Class Explored:
While Felipe and Ben are specialists in the Miami Industrial and Warehouse sector, The Built World Podcast explores the entire spectrum of the built environment. We provide high-level analysis across virtually every asset class, including:
- Industrial & Logistics: From Small-Bay Industrial and Last-Mile Distribution to Flex Space and Cold Storage.
- Multifamily & Residential: High-rise luxury, Workforce Housing, and Build-to-Rent (BTR).
- Office & Mixed-Use: The evolution of the workplace and the rise of Live-Work-Play environments.
- Retail & Hospitality: The transformation of the High Street, boutique hotels, and experiential retail.
- Niche Assets: Self-storage, medical office buildings (MOB), and life sciences.
What We Explore:
If you are looking for an insider’s read on the South Florida Real Estate Market and national CRE Trends, we dive deep into:
- The Miami Market: Navigating the Miami Skyline, Wynwood, Brickell, Miami Beach and beyond.
- Capital Markets & Debt: Real-time perspectives on Cap Rates, interest rate impacts, GP/LP structures, and why veteran operators are moving off the sidelines.
- The Operator’s Playbook: A look at the "Operator" side of the business—scaling income, professionalizing property management, and building high-performance brokerage teams.
- PropTech & Innovation: How AI in Real Estate, advanced prospecting tools, and new construction technologies are redefining Placemaking.
Our Guest List:
We feature a "Who’s Who" of the built world, including: Real Estate Developers, Principals, Institutional Asset Managers, Capital Markets Brokers, Architects, Attorneys, and Urban Planners.
Who This Is For: Whether you are a seasoned Commercial Broker, an Active Investor looking for a Value-Add play, a student, or an entrepreneur obsessed with the future of our cities, this show offers a front-row seat to the minds redefining the built world.
Built World Advisors Podcast: The Definitive Biography of the People Building Our Cities
Sydne Garchik -Founder & President, MRK Partners
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In this episode Sydne joins us for a masterclass on affordable housing development—served with a glass of Rosé!
Real estate development runs through Sydne’s veins, and she takes us back to her roots—tagging along with her father on site visits in Maryland. From there, she moved to Los Angeles and took on the role of Director of Operations at Standard Property Company, where she led the development and management of affordable housing projects nationwide.
In 2015, Sydne founded MRK Partners, and since then, the firm has grown to own and manage over 4,000 units across 21 affordable housing properties. But that’s not all—MRK has an exciting development pipeline of around 1,000 more units.
If you want to understand the ins and outs of affordable housing development, this episode is a must-listen. Sydne offers invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities in the sector, along with her own journey to success.
Follow MRK Partners:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mrkpartners/
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