Dev Motwani - Managing Partner of Merrimac Ventures

Q1 Market Update: Industrial, Impact of AI & Oil Prices on the Economy

Our quarterly sit-down with Juan Arias, National Director of U.S. Industrial Analytics at CoStar, and Anthony Graziano, CEO of Integra Realty Resources. We covered softening industrial demand, the data center capital rotation story, and the Iran war, specifically what elevated oil prices mean for the broader economy and how a sustained energy shock could ripple through CRE.  The conversation also turned to AI: Juan and Anthony walked us through how CoStar and IRR are deploying it inside their own businesses, where it is already changing analytics and valuation, and where they see it reshaping the industry over the next few years.  Connect with us [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1890932/fan_mail/new] Want to dive deeper into Miami’s commercial real estate scene? It’s our favorite topic and we’re always up for a good conversation. Whether you're just exploring or already making big moves, feel free to reach out at info@builtworldadvisors.com or give us a call at 305.498.9410. Prefer to connect online? Find us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/80698028/] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thebuiltworldpodcast/] - we’re always open to expanding the conversation. Ben Hoffman: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hoffman-818a0949/] Felipe Azenha: LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/in/felipeazenha/] We extend our sincere gratitude to Büro [https://www.buromiami.com/] coworking space for generously granting us the opportunity to record all our podcasts at any of their 8 convenient locations across South Florida.

Moishe Mana - Founder and Chairman, Mana Common

In this episode, we sit down with Moishe Mana, one of the most unconventional and visionary developers shaping Miami today. Moishe’s story is as wild as it gets. He arrived in New York with nothing, slept on park benches, started a moving company with a single van, and built it into the largest operation in the tri-state area. That hustle became the foundation for a sprawling business empire spanning logistics, media, art, and real estate.  We get into his early days in New York, identifying opportunity in overlooked neighborhoods like the Meatpacking District, and how that same instinct led him to Wynwood long before it became what it is today. Moishe shares what it actually takes to bet on a neighborhood, assemble land at scale, and create a cultural movement, not just a real estate project. The conversation then shifts to Miami: Wynwood, Downtown, and beyond, where Moishe lays out his vision for the city as a global hub connecting the Americas, art, fashion, and technology.  This one is about grit, conviction, and seeing what others don’t, and having the courage to go all in on it. Connect with us [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1890932/fan_mail/new] Want to dive deeper into Miami’s commercial real estate scene? It’s our favorite topic and we’re always up for a good conversation. Whether you're just exploring or already making big moves, feel free to reach out at info@builtworldadvisors.com or give us a call at 305.498.9410. Prefer to connect online? Find us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/80698028/] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thebuiltworldpodcast/] - we’re always open to expanding the conversation. Ben Hoffman: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hoffman-818a0949/] Felipe Azenha: LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/in/felipeazenha/] We extend our sincere gratitude to Büro [https://www.buromiami.com/] coworking space for generously granting us the opportunity to record all our podcasts at any of their 8 convenient locations across South Florida.

Dev Motwani - Managing Partner of Merrimac Ventures

In this episode, we sit down with Dev Motwani to dig into one of South Florida’s most unique real estate journeys - from growing up working the front desk of a struggling beach motel to leading over $3B in development across the region. Dev shares how his family survived the collapse of Fort Lauderdale’s spring break era, pivoted into distressed hotel acquisitions, and ultimately helped reshape the city into a luxury destination. We get into the evolution of Merrimac Ventures, the lessons learned during the 2008 financial crisis, and the strategy behind landmark projects like the Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale and beyond It’s a conversation about resilience, long-term vision, and what it actually takes to assemble, entitle, and execute transformative projects; told by someone who’s been in the trenches since childhood. Connect with us [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1890932/fan_mail/new] Want to dive deeper into Miami’s commercial real estate scene? It’s our favorite topic and we’re always up for a good conversation. Whether you're just exploring or already making big moves, feel free to reach out at info@builtworldadvisors.com or give us a call at 305.498.9410. Prefer to connect online? Find us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/80698028/] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thebuiltworldpodcast/] - we’re always open to expanding the conversation. Ben Hoffman: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hoffman-818a0949/] Felipe Azenha: LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/in/felipeazenha/] We extend our sincere gratitude to Büro [https://www.buromiami.com/] coworking space for generously granting us the opportunity to record all our podcasts at any of their 8 convenient locations across South Florida.

Michael Goldban - Founder & CEO, Magellan Realty Group

In this episode, we sit down over a glass of tequila with Michael Goldban, founder of Magellan Realty Group and a commercial real estate veteran with over 25 years of experience across law, development, and retail leasing. Michael has held senior leadership positions at Brookfield Property Partners, CIM Group, EQ Office, and Forest City Ratner Companies. Through Magellan Realty Group, he has expanded into sports and entertainment real estate — including retail leasing at Inter Miami CF's stadium — applying institutional-grade tenant curation to some of the most high-profile and complex venues in the country. Topics covered in this episode: • Retail leasing inside sports and entertainment venues, including Inter Miami CF • Why ground-floor retail is the most consequential — and most challenging — component of mixed-use projects • How strategic tenant curation shapes placemaking and drives long-term asset value • The shift toward experiential retail and what it demands from developers and leasing teams • Lessons from 25+ years inside major institutional platforms • Michael's transition from institutional real estate to entrepreneurship A must-listen for anyone working at the intersection of real estate, sports, and live experience. Connect with us [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1890932/fan_mail/new] Want to dive deeper into Miami’s commercial real estate scene? It’s our favorite topic and we’re always up for a good conversation. Whether you're just exploring or already making big moves, feel free to reach out at info@builtworldadvisors.com or give us a call at 305.498.9410. Prefer to connect online? Find us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/80698028/] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thebuiltworldpodcast/] - we’re always open to expanding the conversation. Ben Hoffman: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hoffman-818a0949/] Felipe Azenha: LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/in/felipeazenha/] We extend our sincere gratitude to Büro [https://www.buromiami.com/] coworking space for generously granting us the opportunity to record all our podcasts at any of their 8 convenient locations across South Florida.

Grant Killingsworth - SVP, CBRE

Grant came in hot with Spanish wine in hand to unpack the evolving office market in South Florida and what tenants are really thinking right now. Grant is a true Miami local and currently a First Vice President at CBRE. He brings nearly 15 years of experience representing office users, with a background that spans both landlord and tenant perspectives. Before joining CBRE, he spent close to a decade at JLL, where he worked on some of Miami’s most prominent office assets, including Espirito Santo Plaza and 1221 Brickell. We get into how the tenant mindset has shifted post-COVID, what companies are prioritizing today when making office decisions, and how landlords are adapting to compete. Grant also shares how his early experience working for institutional owners shaped the way he negotiates on behalf of tenants, often unlocking creative structures and meaningful cost savings. This conversation is a deep dive into the real dynamics behind office leasing today, from deal strategy and underwriting to what actually drives decision-making at the tenant level. Connect with us [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1890932/fan_mail/new] Want to dive deeper into Miami’s commercial real estate scene? It’s our favorite topic and we’re always up for a good conversation. Whether you're just exploring or already making big moves, feel free to reach out at info@builtworldadvisors.com or give us a call at 305.498.9410. Prefer to connect online? Find us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/80698028/] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thebuiltworldpodcast/] - we’re always open to expanding the conversation. Ben Hoffman: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hoffman-818a0949/] Felipe Azenha: LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/in/felipeazenha/] We extend our sincere gratitude to Büro [https://www.buromiami.com/] coworking space for generously granting us the opportunity to record all our podcasts at any of their 8 convenient locations across South Florida.