Business Breakdown with Brian Bandell
Join Brian Bandell, Real Estate Editor for the South Florida Business Journal, as he covers the hot topics and powerful people shaping business in South Florida.
Each episode breaks down a major business story with newsroom and expert guest opinion, covers the top headlines and debates the biggest deals in South Florida's business world. Business Breakdown with Brian Bandell is proudly presented by the South Florida Business Journal and sponsored by Suffolk, redefining how America builds.
Podcasting since 2025 • 22 episodes
Business Breakdown with Brian Bandell
Latest Episodes
Ana Bozovic on why California’s Billionaire Exodus Is Fueling Miami’s Rapid Real Estate Boom
A deep dive into the Miami housing market with Ana Bozovic, plus a major financial company moving executives to West Palm Beach and big news for the University of Miami’s Coral Gables campus.
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Episode 21
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37:46
GL Homes President Misha Ezratti on the future of homebuilding in South Florida
Misha Ezratti, the president of GL Homes, reveals a major new deal in Westlake, a long-running plan to develop the Calusa golf course in the Miami area, and the future of homebuilding in South Florida. Plus, tourism reporter Cortney Danielle Mo...
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Episode 20
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51:43
Behind Bahia Mar’s $2B transformation in Fort Lauderdale with developer Jimmy Tate
Jimmy Tate reveals how he overcame monumental challenges to win approval for the $2 billion renovation of Bahia Mar in Fort Lauderdale. This iconic resort hosts the region’s largest boat show and Tate spoke about how his project will enhance th...
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Episode 19
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51:05
Bal Harbour Shops owner Matthew Whitman Lazenby on its ambitious expansion and contentious development battle
Matthew Whitman Lazenby, CEO of Whitman Family Development, breaks down the evolution and ambitious expansion of Bal Harbour Shops. He talks about overcoming a big challenge when the anchor tenant he pinned the expansion on went out of business...
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Episode 18
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46:57
Billionaire Stephen M. Ross on his transformative vision for West Palm Beach
Brian Bandell interviews billionaire Stephen M. Ross about his vision for transforming West Palm Beach into a model community. The conversation covers the importance of education, healthcare, and inclusive housing in fostering growth. The discu...
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Episode 17
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32:13