Occupiers Only
Welcome to Occupiers Only, the podcast brought to you by Cresa Atlanta, where we explore the latest trends, insights, and stories from the world of business and beyond. Hosted by Noah Young, Occupiers Only brings you engaging conversations with industry leaders, innovators, and thought leaders across various sectors.
Each episode delves into the dynamic world of business, uncovering how different industries are evolving, adapting, and thriving. From market trends and investment strategies to technological advancements and leadership lessons, our discussions are designed to be both informative and inspiring.
Whether you're a seasoned professional, an investor, an occupier, or simply curious about the business landscape, Occupiers Only is your go-to source for valuable insights and expert advice.
Subscribe now and stay ahead in the ever-changing world of business. New episodes released monthly.
Episodes
24 episodes
Season 3 Kickoff: Reflections on a Summer at Cresa Atlanta
Season 3 kicks off with a fresh perspective! Join new host Cynthia McNew as she sits down with Cresa Atlanta’s 2025 summer interns – Ellie Sutherland, Claire Medley, Evan Leka, and Graham Ford – along with their mentors Billy Hobbs...
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Empowering Lives: The Work of the Epilepsy Foundation of Georgia
In this special episode of Occupiers Only, host Noah Young is joined by guest host Hugh Rader for a meaningful conversation with Dr. Amber Wiggins, Executive Director of the Epilepsy Foundation of Georgia, and Brian Cox, the newly appo...
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AI, Mentorship & Mission: Eric Doherty on Changing Healthcare for Good
In this episode of Occupiers Only, host Noah Young sits down with Eric Doherty, President and CEO of DPE, Inc., an international and forward-thinking consulting firm at the intersection of healthcare, generative AI, and innovation. Bas...
Thinking Like an Economist: Dr. Tom Smith on Labor, Film Finance & the Future
In this episode of Occupiers Only, host Noah Young is joined by Dr. Thomas Smith, one of the most dynamic voices in economics and a faculty member at Emory’s Goizueta Business School. Known for his engaging style and wide-ranging exper...
Navigating Venture Deals with Rob Joseph
In this episode of Occupiers Only, host Noah Young is joined by Rob Joseph, Partner at Investment Law Group, to dive into the world of venture capital, mergers & acquisitions, and startup legal strategy. With over two decades of ex...
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Revolutionizing Logistics: John Foshee on Porter Logistics and the Future of 3PL
In this episode of Occupiers Only, Noah sits down with John Foshee, Co-Founder and President of Porter Logistics, a
From Lab to Market: How Portal Innovations Fuels Biotech Startups
In this episode of Occupiers Only, we sit down with Eddie Lai, Director of Business Development at Portal Innovations, to explore ho...
Building a Thriving Community: Economic Development with Dana Johnson
In this episode of Occupiers Only, Noah sits down with Dana Johnson, Chief Operating Officer of the Cobb Chamber, Executive Director of Select Cobb, and Executive Director of the Mableton Development Authority
We’re Exhibiting at ProMat 2025 – Here’s What You Need to Know!
🚨 Big news! We’re making our ProMat debut in 2025! ProMat is the premier event for supply chain, logistics, and material handling innovation, and for the first time ever, we’re stepping onto the show floor to showcase what we do...
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Unlocking the Power of DSTs
In this episode of Occupiers Only, host Noah Young sits down with Scott Offerman, Founder of 1031 Financial, and Bill Walsh, Founder and CEO of 1031 Securities Inc., to break down the complexities of 1031 Exchanges and the innovative sol...
The Rhythm of Entrepreneurship: Johnny Cloherty’s Journey in Music and Marketing
In this episode of Occupiers Only, host Noah Young sits down with Johnny Cloherty, Co-Founder and CEO of Songfluencer, to explore how he’s transforming the music marketing industry by bridging the gap between artists, bra...
Winning Big: Sonya Locke on Innovation, Growth, and the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award
In this episode of Occupiers Only, host Noah Young sits down with Sonya Locke, CEO and Founder of EDS Service Solutions, a woman-owned business that’s transforming the travel, airport, hospitality, and logistics industries. Sonya share...
Occupiers Only Season 1 Recap: Highlights, Insights, and What’s Next!
In this special recap episode, we take a look back at some of the best moments from Occupiers Only Season 1. Join us as we revisit key insights, standout guest appearances, and the big ideas that shaped our first season. Whether you’re...
The Digital Backbone: Navigating Data Centers with Bill Winsininski
In the exciting finale of Season 1 of Occupiers Only, we dive deep into the complex world of data centers with industry expert Bill Winsininski, CEO of Cofluence. With over two decades of experience, Bill shares insights on the challen...
Supply Chain Mastery: Insights from Doug Parks
Welcome to Occupiers Only! In this episode, we’re thrilled to bring you a deep dive into the logistics world with Doug Parks, Founder and Board Advisor at Broadrange Logistics. Doug, who has served as President and CEO at Broadrange, b...
Leading with Purpose: Insights from Chris Clark, CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce
In this engaging episode of Occupiers Only, host Noah Young welcomes Chris Clark, President and CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, to dive deep into the world of economic development, business strategy, and servant leadership. Sin...
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Empowering Healthcare: Sheronica Burgess' Vision for Equity and Excellence
On this episode of Occupiers Only, we’re honored to feature Sheronica Burgess, the dynamic CEO and Founder of The Barcliff Group. With extensive experience across healthcare sectors and a powerful vision for improving quality and...
Foundations of Success: Lamar Wakefield on Architecture, Innovation, and People
In this episode of Occupiers Only, we’re joined by Lamar Wakefield, founder of the renowned architectural firm Wakefield Beasley, and Chris Scott, Market Leader at Cresa Atlanta.Lamar discusses his path from starting the ...
High-Flying Strategies: A Bombardier’s Transition to Business Tech Leadership
Join us on this fascinating episode of Occupiers Only as we dive into the remarkable journey of Jason Jones, a former Bombardier/Navigator for the US Navy and now Managing Principal at Cresa’s Atlanta office. From soaring through the s...
Atlanta's Growth Revolution: Grant Wainscott on Tech, Film, and the Future
In this episode of Occupiers Only, we sit down with Grant Wainscott, Vice President of Ecosystem Expansion at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, to explore the dynamic growth of Atlanta across various sectors, from tech to film and EV industri...
Shaping the Future of Commercial Real Estate with RS&H's Aaron Curtis
In this episode of Occupiers Only, we’re joined by Aaron Curtis, Vice President of RS&H Commercial Realty, who shares his remarkable journey in the commercial real estate industry. From establishing RS&H’s real estate departmen...
Tech Trends and Innovation in Georgia: A Conversation with Larry Williams of TAG
In this episode of Occupiers Only, Larry Williams, President and CEO of the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), joins host Noah Young and Cresa Principal Andy Roberts to share his insights on the current technology trends shaping ...
Founding Cresa: A Journey with Tom Tindall and Jim Byrd
In the very first episode of Occupiers Only, we sit down with Tom Tindall and Jim Byrd, two of the original founders of Cresa. Join us as they share the story behind the founding of Cresa, the mission that drives the company, and their...
