The Built World

Send us a Text Message.In this episode we kick it with Alfredo over some gin and tonics and we talk about how he got started in real estate at the ripe age of 19 all while attending college full time. Alfredo began his brokerage career in 2007 with Metro 1 Properties in Wynwood back when the neighborhood wasn’t cool, but Alfredo had the foresight to see the potential that Wynwood

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, serial entrepreneur Doug Levine joins us for some gin and tonics and a ton of laughs, as he shares his wild ride through the world of business. Picture this: fresh out of college and working for a private equity firm in San Francisco, Doug stumbles upon some gym concepts and decides to pump iron on a whole new level. He heads back to his NYC

Send us a Text Message.Stephen Ross is one of AMLI’s OGs, joining the young start-up back in 1989. Stephen has pretty much done it all for one of the top multifamily developers in the US. From dreaming up, structuring, and closing investments to leading AMLI’s financing escapades and now spearheading development in South Florida, Stephen is the Swiss Army knife of real estate.

Send us a Text Message.Hold onto your bagels, folks! This week, we're serving up something extra special. Join us as Neil drops by for some vodka on the rocks and spills the beans on his incredible journey. We talk with Neil about his Montreal frozen bagel stash and all the incredible South Florida development projects Neil has been involved with. Get ready to race through his love

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we sit down with Carlos to discuss his inspiring journey from managing his family’s first hotel in Costa Rica to taking a bold leap and establishing his first Holiday Inn near Miami International Airport in the late 1990s. Today, Driftwood Capital, under Carlos's leadership, operates 86 hotels across the US, boasting over 16,502 rooms and m

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Bill Fuller, Managing Partner of The Barlington Group and Co-owner of Ball & Chain joins us for a glass of tequila. Bill began investing in Miami's Little Havana neighborhood in the early 2000's and has been pioneering the thoughtful transformation of one of Miami's most iconic neighborhoods for the past two decades. Bill began acquiring

Send us a Text Message.Dive into an inspiring chat with Miami real estate icon, Jeff Berkowitz, on our latest podcast episode! From lawyer to developer, Jeff's journey is a testament to innovation.Discover the groundbreaking story behind Dadeland Station, the pioneering big box vertical retail concept that revolutionized the industry in 1996. We also talk about Jeff's projects, inc

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we're joined by Joe Furst, a leading figure in placemaking, as we dive into his remarkable career. Starting with Goldman Properties during Wynwood's early days, Joe played a pivotal role in shaping the neighborhood's transformation. From spearheading the Wynwood BID to fostering collaboration among artists, property owners, and entrepreneurs,

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we sit down with Kobi Karp to talk about his storied career. Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, Kobi moved to Minneaplois with his family at a young age and then went on to graduate from the University of Minnesota with a Bachelor of Architecture degree. Kobi founded Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design Inc. in 1996, which is now headquartered i

Send us a Text Message.Join us for an insightful episode as we engage in a conversation with David Arditi over a glass of tequila, delving into his fascinating upbringing straddling between the bustling metropolises of NYC and Paris within a real estate family.Despite his upbringing, David opted to pursue his passion for film, relocating to Los Angeles to immerse himself in the ind