From Overlooked to In-demand: The Rise of Industrial Outdoor Storage

June 10, 2026

In a recent episode of NAIOP’s Inside CRE podcast, NAIOP President and CEO Marc Selvitelli, CAE, spoke with Leo Addimando, managing partner and cofounder of Alterra Property Group, about the evolution of Industrial Outdoor Storage from an under-the-radar property type into one of commercial real estate's fastest-growing sectors.

Opportunity Zones 2.0: Changes, Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

June 1, 2026

As the “opportunity zones (OZ)" program enters a new phase, investors, developers and advisors are preparing for what many are calling “opportunity zones 2.0.” In a recent episode of NAIOP’s Inside CRE podcast, Angel Rice and Dave Sobochan of Cohen & Co., one of the top tax and accounting firms in the U.S., discussed how the program is evolving, where uncertainty remains, and what the transition means for commercial real estate.

Newmark’s Chad Lavender: CRE Recovery Gains Ground Across Sectors

May 15, 2026

In a recent conversation with NAIOP President and CEO Marc Selvitelli on the Inside CRE Podcast, Chad Lavender, president of capital markets for North America at Newmark, outlined a commercial real estate environment defined by improving liquidity, narrowing bid-ask spreads, and renewed investor confidence across nearly every major asset class.

Why Long-term Thinking Wins for Lake Washington Partners

April 27, 2026

In a rapidly shifting commercial real estate environment, discipline and patience prove just as important as strategy. In a recent episode of NAIOP’s Inside CRE podcast, Kathryn Hamilton, CAE, vice president for marketing and communications, NAIOP, spoke with Jordan Lott, president and CEO of Lake Washington Partners, to explore how the family-owned firm is navigating today’s challenges while staying focused on long-term success.

Scaling Smart: The Strategies Powering MCB Real Estate’s Growth

April 8, 2026

Gina Baker Chambers, president of MCB Real Estate, joined NAIOP’s Inside CRE podcast to offer a behind-the-scenes look at how one of the East Coast’s most active development firms is scaling with discipline while maintaining community focus.

Navigating a New Real Estate Cycle

March 16, 2026

In the latest episode of the Inside CRE podcast, NAIOP President and CEO Marc Selvitelli sat down with Carleton Riser, president of Transwestern, for a wide-ranging conversation on development strategy, market timing and how smart capital is positioning for the next upcycle.

High-demand Industrial Sites and Energy Strategy

March 5, 2026

From advanced manufacturing to hyperscale data centers, many modern industrial developments are requiring unprecedented levels of energy – and the demand is growing exponentially. A panel of experts at I.CON West this week discussed the challenges in locating and securing power, as well as strategies to overcome grid constraints, improve energy efficiency and use artificial intelligence to model and plan power needs.

AI is Rapidly Rewriting the Industrial Deal Cycle

March 5, 2026

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how deals are sourced, analyzed, negotiated and managed across the industrial sector. At NAIOP’s I.CON West this week in Los Angeles, a panel of experts with diverse roles and perspectives discussed efficiency gains, risk considerations and the competitive implications for firms that adopt (or hesitate).

Trade Policy Turbulence and the Future of Industrial Growth

March 4, 2026

Global trade tensions and protectionist policies are reshaping supply chains, manufacturing and logistics. At I.CON West this week, James Bohnaker, principal economist, Cushman & Wakefield, and Vince Tibone, managing director, Green Street Advisors, broke down what these dynamics mean for industrial development, demand and site selection.

Risk, Reality and Recovery: Industrial Leaders on What Comes Next

March 4, 2026

"Industrial capital markets have clearly moved out of the zero cap rate environment that defined the last cycle. Today, we're operating in a more disciplined market. Capital costs are higher. Leasing fundamentals have moderated, and investors are being forced to price risk much more carefully,” said Andrew Briner, executive managing director, Newmark, setting the scene for a panel discussion on industrial capital markets at NAIOP’s I.CON West this week.

Author:

Brielle Scott