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The Crexi Commercial Real Estate Podcast: Conversations in All Things CRE

This episode explores how CRE investment bankers are adapting to current economics with Deborah Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of The CenterCap Group.

The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with some of the top CRE professionals in the space. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate.

Host Jessica LaRusso deep dives with Deborah as she shares her extensive career journey in investment banking and commercial real estate, highlighting her experiences and the evolution of the industry over the years. The discussion covers the significance of mentorship, the impact of local markets on real estate valuations, and emerging trends such as niche markets and proptech advancements. Deborah also provides valuable advice for newcomers entering the industry and discusses the strategic initiatives of The CenterCap Group in providing comprehensive advisory services.

• Introduction to The Crexi Podcast
• Meet Deborah Smith: Career Highlights
• Deborah's Journey into Finance and Real Estate
• Challenges and Mentorship in Investment Banking
• Work Ethic and Daily Habits for Success
• The Origin and Growth of CenterCap Group
• Current Trends in Commercial Real Estate
• Evaluating Beyond Track Records
• Affordable Housing Strategies
• Recent Major Transactions
• Strategic Market Conversations
• Exciting Trends in PropTech
• 3D Printing in Affordable Housing
• Investment Market Trends
• Workforce Housing Focus
• Emerging CRE Opportunities
• Advice for Newcomers
• Rapid Fire Questions
• Conclusion and Contact Information

About Deborah Smith:

Deborah Smith is Co-Founder and CEO of The CenterCap Group, LLC and heads the firm's Strategic Capital and M&A and Execution efforts. Prior to forming The CenterCap Group, LLC, Ms. Smith was Co-Head of M&A and a Senior Managing Director with CB Richard Ellis Investors (CB Richard Ellis's $40 billion AUM investment management business). She joined CBREI in July 2007 to co-head the build out of the firm's M&A efforts and led the firm's negotiation and acquisition of a majority interest in Wood Partners (one of the largest multifamily developers in the United States) in 2008.

From 1998-2007, Ms. Smith worked on mergers and acquisitions with Lehman Brothers, Wachovia Securities and Morgan Stanley. Ms. Smith has been involved in more than $100 billion of mergers, acquisitions and restructuring transactions. Ms. Smith has a Bachelor's degree in Economics honors and a Bachelor's degree in Law honors, from the University of Sydney.

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