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Our conversation with Scott Sherman?– Founder & Principal of Torose Equities drops tomorrow. Let's just say Scott brought the heat! If you missed March’s heavy hitters, here’s who dropped by: Isaac Toledano?– CEO & Co-Founder, BH Group Miami Simon Ziff?– President & Co-Founder, Ackman-Ziff Malcolm Butters?– CEO & Co-Founder, Butters Group Felix Bendersky?– President & Founder, F+B Hospitality Leasing Brokerage Who’s on deck? We’re serving up more insights and cocktails with the biggest names in South Florida CRE at Büro: Michael Simkins?– CEO, Lion Development Group Andrew Hellinger?– Principal, Urban-X Group, LLC Group Lissette M. Calderon?– Founder & CEO, Neology Group Anthony M. Graziano,?CEO, Integra Realty Resources &?Juan A.,?CoStar Group, Director of Market Analytics –?Q1 Market Update David Lombardi?– Founder & Owner, Lombardi Properties Emi Guerra?– Co-Founder, Breakwater Hospitality Group David Weitz & Erik Rutter?–??Co-Founders, Oak Row Equities Charles Ladd?– Founder, Barron Real Estate Listen on: Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/efGYMCYa Spotify - https://lnkd.in/eprqT6qV YouTube - https://lnkd.in/eQPPgcBx Big shout-out to all our sponsors—and all the Builties tuning in every week! We’re incredibly grateful for the support, the listens, and the love. Thanks for being part of The Built World journey. We’re just getting started!? Büro Top of Mind PR Vizzda CRE Task Wizard

We had an absolute blast hanging out with Simon Ziff, President & Co-Founder, Ackman-Ziff sipping a little mid-afternoon Tequila Ocho at Büro. Simon showed up with great energy and even better stories. We covered everything from his love of music and gardening, to the art of the power nap, to how cruising South Beach on his bike somehow leads to closing major deals (spoiler: it works). From his roots in small-town Pennsylvania to becoming President of Ackman-Ziff and a legend in capital markets, Simon’s journey is as inspiring as it is entertaining. Humble, sharp, and effortlessly cool—this is one conversation you won’t want to miss. Tune in and hear how Simon went from small-town kid to capital markets kingpin. Our conversation can be found on: YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eWHTXgQW Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eWccB6Hh Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eVKyQ57j University of Miami MRED+U NYU Schack Institute of Real Estate

Isaac Toledano, CEO & Co-Founder of BH Group Miami, pulls back the curtain on how he gets deals across the finish line. Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ebFWbxPt Or listen on: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eQ9XkRRP Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/etzMj5qV

In this episode, Isaac Toledano, Co-Founder & CEO of BH Group Miami, joined us at Büro to share his inspiring journey from dropping out of high school to following his entrepreneurial instincts, successfully starting and selling a landscaping business in Tel Aviv—all before the age of 16. He later ventured into private lending, amassing $1.5 million by his mid-20s. However, Isaac's fortunes dramatically reversed when he lost everything in the dot-com crash shortly after relocating to Miami with his wife in 1999. With a child on the way and feeling down but not out, Isaac, supported by his wife, rebuilt his life by entering the mortgage brokerage industry. Quickly rising to become a top producer, Isaac discovered a passion for deal-making. Now known as a self-proclaimed "deal junkie," he has since collaborated on resi deals with industry heavyweights such as Related Group, Lennar, The Kolter Group, and PEBB Enterprises. We've gone full Hollywood! You can now catch all episodes of the pod on YouTube. Listen or watch here: YouTube - https://lnkd.in/eNsXDCBK Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/etzMj5qV Spotify - https://lnkd.in/ex8hrxxh

Felix Bendersky, Founder & Principal of F+B Hospitality Leasing Brokerage, joined us on the pod—and yes, he brought along his signature Bendersky Scotch blend—to talk all things Miami F&B. Born and raised in the hospitality scene, Felix's journey started in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, where his Ukrainian immigrant parents owned and operated a nightclub. After making waves as a nightclub promoter at Northeastern University in Boston, Felix founded NightOwl Deliveries, eventually acquired by Grubhub. An entrepreneur through and through, Felix's next venture, Green Star Biodiesel, provided him with unique insights into Miami’s restaurant scene, tracking which establishments were thriving by analyzing their used cooking oil. Recognizing a golden opportunity, Felix pivoted fully into brokerage, dedicating his career to food and beverage deals. Today, Felix’s firm, F+B Hospitality Leasing, stands out as an indispensable resource, offering unmatched insights into South Florida’s ever-evolving F&B landscape. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/emwu9Ut6 Also, available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.

Isaac Toledano, Co-Founder & CEO of BH Group Miami, jumped on the pod yesterday, and let’s just say—this guy is the definition of a deal junkie. Always chasing the next big one, but luckily, he’s got his better half (and co-founder) Liat Toledano keeping him grounded. BH Group has teamed up with the heavy hitters—Related Group, Lennar, The Kolter Group, and PEBB Enterprises—developing residential projects all over Florida. But Isaac’s journey wasn’t all smooth sailing. He went all-in during the dotcom boom… and then lost it all. (Yeah, ouch.) But with the support of Liat, he clawed his way back and is now one of South Florida’s most prolific dealmakers. This episode is a wild ride—failures, comebacks, and big-time deals. Don’t miss it! Pod drops in a couple of weeks. Shout-out to Levy Public Relations & Events for making this happen! #thedealjunkie

From growing up in Montreal to becoming CEO & Co-Founder of one of South Florida’s top industrial real estate firms, Malcolm Butters has built an incredible career—one that he shares with us over a Monkey 47 gin & Ginger Ale on The Built World Podcast. Real estate has been in the Butters family's blood. Malcolm’s father started investing in multifamily properties in Montreal, sparking his early interest in the industry. He went on to attend the University of Miami before earning a Master’s in Real Estate from FIU. With a strong foundation in real estate, Malcolm and his brother launched Butters Group, initially developing spec industrial warehouses in Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Over time, they expanded into full-scale warehouse park developments, helping shape South Florida’s industrial landscape. But this episode isn’t just about real estate—Malcolm also shares stories from his stand-up comedy days, his spot-on Donald Trump impersonation, and his undeniable weakness for cheese danishes (seriously, he can’t resist them). University of Miami Herbert Business School Tune in for a fun, insightful conversation on real estate, risk-taking, and a few unexpected laughs. ?? Listen now: https://lnkd.in/emwu9Ut6 Also available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Also a Built World shout-out to all our amazing sponsors that have stepped up to support the pod. Y'all rock! Büro Vizzda CRE Task Wizard Top of Mind PR

From soaking up the sun on Israeli beaches to transforming one of NYC’s most iconic hotels, Miki Naftali, Chairman & CEO of Naftali Group, has had a real estate journey that’s nothing short of a wild ride. Miki’s story starts in Israel, but things really took off when he landed at USC and pulled off his first off-market deal in Los Angeles—before he even had a business card. After cutting his teeth in Tel Aviv, he set his sights on the U.S. once again, eventually making waves in the ultra-competitive New York City condo market. Then came?the?power move: buying and transforming the legendary Plaza Hotel. That deal didn’t just make headlines—it cemented his status as a real estate heavyweight. Fast forward to today, and Miki’s leading Naftali Group, shaping the skylines of NYC and South Florida with high-end residential developments. Talking to Miki felt like stepping into the war room of a real estate empire—big vision, bold strategies, and stories you?need?to hear about navigating the financial crisis. Listen on: Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/errkDXCv Spotify - https://lnkd.in/ecb9kEBF

We’ve had some heavy hitters on The Built World Podcast lately—industry leaders who know their game. From luxury residential and industrial warehouses to the fast-moving world of F&B, these conversations are packed with insights, hard-earned lessons, and maybe even a few surprises. New episodes dropping soon—get ready! Drum roll, please… ?? Miki Naftali – Chairman & CEO, Naftali Group ?? Malcolm Butters – President, Butters Group ?? Felix Bendersky – Founder, F+B Hospitality Leasing Brokerage You’ll walk away learning at least a thing or three. Stay tuned! ?? We'd also like to give a shout-out to all our amazing sponsors for their support.?? Y'all rock! Büro Vizzda Top of Mind PR CRE Task Wizard In the meantime you can listen to our conversations with all our incredibly cool guests here: https://lnkd.in/emwu9Ut6 or find us on Apple or Spotify. #RealEstate #Podcast #CRE #TheBuiltWorld

Jorge H. Garcia’s journey is the kind of immigrant success story that deserves a toast over a glass of red wine. Arriving in Miami during the 1960s Cuban exodus, his family settled in Liberty City, where he quickly learned the art of resilience. That grit took him to the University of Miami’s School of Architecture, and eventually, to the bold decision to launch garciastromberg with partner peter stromberg. From designing public bathrooms?for free?to transforming The Boca Raton Resort & Club for Wayne Huizenga and Michael Dell, Jorge’s career has been a masterclass in reinvention. In this episode, he shares the twists, turns, and untold stories behind his architectural legacy—and the evolution of South Florida itself. Pour yourself a glass and tune in. Listen here: Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ehcqCehE Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eXnB3WiR