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.
Episodes
28 episodes
Inside FAT Village: The 5.6-Acre Project Reshaping Fort Lauderdale
An in-depth conversation with developers Alan Hooper and Tim Petrillo on their massive project in Fort Lauderdale’s Flagler Village and what type of restaurants, retailers and office tenants are coming. The CEO of the Restaurant People also dis...
Developer Ojeda Taps Crypto and Pitbull for Miami Projects
Real estate developer and President of Rilea Group, Diego Ojeda, shares insights into his innovative projects, partnership with Pitbull, and his embrace of cutting-edge financing like crypto and C-PACE. With projects in the pipeline across Wynw...
The Man Who Will Transform Lincoln Road: Michael Comras Shapes Retail on Miami Beach
Retail expert Michael Comras reveals his plans for the famed Lincoln Road strip on Miami Beach and how his successful revitalization of Coconut Grove will play a part in the future of Lincoln Road. Comras also discusses how to lured an Apple st...
David Martin of Terra sheds light on his major developments, from Miami Seaquarium to luxury condos
From billionaire home purchases to landmark redevelopment projects, South Florida’s real estate scene is changing rapidly. This episode takes a closer look at David Martin’s vision for the Miami Seaquarium, Mark Zuckerberg’s massive Miami prope...
David Martin of Terra Talks Contentious Boca Raton Project on City Land, Housing Affordability - Part 1
Unlock the secret behind the towering developments of David Martin of Terra, one of the most prolific developers in South Florida. In this two-part episode, Martin discuses his mixed-use development headed for a public vote in Boca Raton and re...
From Vision to Reality: Nitin Motwani and how Miami Worldcenter transformed downtown
Nitin Motwani shares the inside story of Miami World Center, a visionary project decades in the making that has helped redefine downtown Miami. From early skepticism to extraordinary results, Motwani breaks down the strategic decisions, communi...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Moishe Mana on his vision for downtown Miami and Wynwood
While Moishe Mana is the largest owner of land in downtown Miami and Wynwood, he hasn’t been in a hurry to build. Mana explains his vision for the city, including his focus on technology companies, arts and fashion, along with the challenges th...
Business Insights from the America Forum, Trump, and Media Mogul Andy Ansin
In this episode of Business Breakdown, Brian Bandell discusses the evolving media landscape with Andy Ansin, owner of two major TV stations in South Florida. The conversation covers the recent America Business Forum, Trump's appearance at the e...
Stephen Ross, Moishe Mana bullish on tech hub in South Florida
Brian Bandell and the news team discuss Moishe Mana’s development plans and tech initiative in Miami,
Tere Blanca talks securing Blackstone lease, how Ken Griffin and Stephen Ross investments are driving the office market
Tere Blanca, CEO of Blanca Commercial Real Estate, talks about big deals in the Miami office market and whether the momentum will continue. Brian Bandell is joined in the newsroom by Fred Gonzalez and Courtney Danielle Moore, exploring the
From Manhattan to Miami: BH Group’s Toledano talks NY buyers and partnering with Jorge Pérez
The developer behind numerous high-profile developments in South Florida talks about how he finds deals and forms partnerships with major developers.
Condo buyouts in Miami Beach, construction industry disrupted by immigration enforcement
Brian Bandell and the SFBJ staff discuss the biggest news of the week, including a condo buyout on Miami Beach, the emergence of a coastal neighborhood and construction industry leaders measuring the impact of immigration enforcement on their w...
Related Group leaders Jon Paul and Nick Perez discuss condo development
The leaders of South Florida’s largest condo developer speak about how they create personality in their buildings and the trends with buyers.
Rita Case on her passion for the auto industry and philanthropy
Rick Case Automotive CEO Rita Case talks about her top-ranked dealerships and Brian Bandell breaks down big stories like the future of Brightline.
Why South Florida’s housing market is struggling
Brian Bandell explains what’s causing the slowdown in home sales and why more developers are facing foreclosure lawsuits.
Gil Dezer on building luxury condos with Porsche, Bentley branding
Condo developer Gil Dezer discuses his latest luxury condo projects, a potential mall redevelopment and his favorite cars.
Oscar Seikaly reveals the trends moving insurance rates
NSI Insurance CEO Oscar Seikaly answers pressing questions about Florida’s insurance market. Have homeowner insurance rates come down? Why is auto insurance the most expensive in the nation? Will tariffs impact insurance rates?
Grant Cardone talks crowdfunding, real estate and bitcoin
Grant Cardone, the CEO of Cardone Capital and founder of the 10X brand, has raised more than $1.5 billion through crowdfunding to invest in real estate and bitcoin.