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AI Data Centers in 99 Days? Navneet Aron on Speed-to-Power & AI Infrastructure

AI is creating massive demand for data centers — but the biggest bottleneck may not be the technology. It may be the physical infrastructure required to support it. In this episode of The Kansas City Market Pulse, Logan Freeman sits down with Navneet Aron, Founder & CEO of Livio Building Systems, to discuss the future of AI data centers, speed-to-power, modular construction, power availability, and the infrastructure race behind artificial intelligence. As AI workloads grow, data center development is becoming one of the most important conversations in commercial real estate, construction, energy, and infrastructure. Developers, investors, operators, and communities are all trying to understand the same question: How do we move from land + power to live compute capacity faster? Navneet shares how Livio Building Systems is approaching that challenge through Livio AI Factory, a model focused on faster, more predictable delivery of AI-ready data center infrastructure. In this conversation, Logan and Navneet discuss: • Why AI demand is reshaping the data center industry • What makes AI data centers different from traditional data centers • Why speed-to-power has become one of the most important metrics in site selection • How power availability is changing commercial real estate and development strategy • The role of modular construction and panelized building systems in data center delivery • Why land, power, cooling, electrical infrastructure, and permitting are critical to AI growth • What developers and investors need to understand before pursuing data center opportunities • How communities should think about the benefits and challenges of data center projects • Why the future of AI depends on physical infrastructure, not just software If you are interested in data centers, AI infrastructure, commercial real estate, real estate development, energy, construction, or the future of compute capacity, this episode is for you. Guest: Navneet Aron, Founder & CEO, Livio Building Systems Host: Logan Freeman, Midwest CRE Advisors Show: The Kansas City Market Pulse Season 2 | Episode 27 Subscribe to Midwest CRE Advisors for more conversations on commercial real estate, data centers, development, capital markets, construction, infrastructure, and the trends shaping the future of real estate. #DataCenters #AIDataCenters #AIInfrastructure #CommercialRealEstate #SpeedToPower #DataCenterDevelopment #ModularConstruction #RealEstateDevelopment #CRE #KansasCityMarketPulse

The Real Estate Game Nobody Talks About: Land, Politics & Development

Most people think real estate development starts with construction. It doesn't. It starts with finding the right land, understanding local politics, navigating entitlement risk, and identifying opportunities before the rest of the market catches on. In this episode of The Kansas City Market Pulse, Logan Freeman sits down with Joey Locker and Garrett Stiles of Southern View Development to discuss what really happens behind the scenes of successful development projects. Joey and Garrett share insights on: • Land acquisition strategies • Entitlements and zoning approvals • Political and jurisdictional risk • Working with national homebuilders • Self-storage site selection • Development trends across the Southeast • Building multiple businesses around the development ecosystem • The future of real estate development Whether you're a developer, investor, broker, builder, or entrepreneur, this conversation offers a look into the side of development most people never see. About the Guests: Joey Locker is the Founder and President of Southern View Development and developer of Middle Tennessee's first luxury motorcoach resort. Garrett Stiles leads Land Acquisitions and Strategic Partnerships for Southern View Development and also leads The Entitlement Group, helping developers navigate entitlement and political risk. Connect with Southern View Development: https://www.southernviewdevelopment.com [https://www.southernviewdevelopment.com/] Subscribe for more conversations on commercial real estate, investing, development, capital markets, and economic growth. #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateDevelopment #LandDevelopment #Entitlements #Investing #KansasCityMarketPulse #LoganFreeman

How August Biniaz Built a $225M Real Estate Platform | Syndications to Institutional Capital

How do you go from small real estate deals to building a $225 million real estate investment platform? In this episode of The Kansas City Market Pulse, Logan Freeman sits down with August Biniaz, Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer of CPI Capital, to discuss real estate syndication, private equity, capital raising, multifamily investing, and what it takes to attract institutional capital. With more than 15 years of experience and over $225 million in multifamily and build-to-rent acquisitions, August shares the lessons, mistakes, and strategies that helped him scale from entrepreneur to institutional real estate operator. Topics covered: ✅ How to raise capital before you have a track record ✅ Real Estate Private Equity explained ✅ Syndication vs. Private Equity ✅ Building credibility with investors ✅ The Multifamily Clock and market cycles ✅ Structuring the capital stack ✅ Common mistakes new syndicators make ✅ How institutional investors evaluate opportunities ✅ Building a scalable real estate platform Whether you're a commercial real estate investor, syndicator, broker, developer, or entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with actionable insights on growing your business and attracting capital. Guest: August Biniaz Co-Founder & Chief Investment Officer CPI Capital Host: Logan Freeman Midwest CRE Advisors Subscribe for weekly conversations with commercial real estate leaders, investors, developers, and entrepreneurs. Connect with Midwest CRE Advisors: 🌐 https://www.mwcreadvisors.com [https://www.mwcreadvisors.com/] #CommercialRealEstate #MultifamilyInvesting #RealEstateInvesting #PrivateEquity #Syndication #CapitalRaising #CRE #Multifamily #RealEstatePrivateEquity #PassiveInvesting #KansasCityMarketPulse

How We Generated 7 Offers in 14 Days on a Lawrence Industrial Property

How do you generate 7 offers in just 14 days and sell above asking price in today's commercial real estate market? In this episode of The Kansas City Market Pulse, Logan Freeman and Nathan Roberts break down the recent sale of Industrial 19, a 19,500-square-foot industrial outdoor storage property situated on nearly 9 acres in Lawrence, Kansas. The property attracted multiple qualified buyers, received 7 offers, and ultimately closed above the asking price. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why Industrial Outdoor Storage (IOS) remains one of the most sought-after commercial real estate asset classes • How strategic positioning and marketing created competitive buyer demand • The challenges and opportunities involved in selling industrial properties • What investors are looking for in today's market • Lessons property owners can apply when preparing an asset for sale Whether you're an owner, investor, developer, or commercial real estate professional, this case study offers a behind-the-scenes look at a successful transaction in one of the fastest-growing sectors of industrial real estate. Learn more about Midwest CRE Advisors: https://www.mwcreadvisors.com [https://www.mwcreadvisors.com/] Subscribe for weekly Kansas City commercial real estate market insights, deal breakdowns, investor interviews, and client success stories.

Wyandotte County Development Update: New Hotels, Housing & Growth | May 2026

For the first time, we’re covering Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas planning and zoning updates. The May 2026 Unified Government Planning Commission meeting included several important development projects tied to housing, hospitality, commercial growth, and short-term rental regulation across the county. In this episode, we break down: • New Texas Roadhouse development near 98th Street • Hollywood Casino hotel expansion plans • 24-unit townhome development proposals • Duplex and residential rezoning requests • Multiple short-term rental permit applications • Childcare and neighborhood commercial projects • Outdoor commerce regulation changes tied to major events From Village West and Speedway growth to infill housing and suburban commercial expansion, Wyandotte County continues evolving rapidly — and many investors are starting to pay closer attention. Subscribe for more Kansas City metro planning & zoning updates, commercial real estate news, and development trends. #WyandotteCounty #KansasCityKansas #KCK #CommercialRealEstate #KansasCityDevelopment #VillageWest #RealEstateDevelopment #KCMetro #PlanningAndZoning #MidwestCRE