Dot Dot Dot: The NINE dot ARTS Podcast podcast

05.12.2024

Art’s Influence on Authentic and Sustainable Communities with Erik Hagevik

Erik Hagevik, Principal and Denver Market Leader for Trammell Crow Company, discusses the role of art, culture, and sustainability in commercial real estate — and what the future may hold in our current economic climate. For show notes and more:...

04.28.2024

Inspiring Change Through Large-Scale Public Art with Konstantin Dimopoulos

Konstantin Dimopoulos, an internationally renowned multidisciplinary artist, discusses public art as social commentary and its role in raising awareness for pressing issues while driving change towards a more sustainable future. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-inspiring-change-through-large-scale-public-art/

04.14.2024

How Community Engagement Builds Brand Loyalty with Ashley Stiles

Ashley Stiles, the CEO and Founder of Tribe Development, shares how directly involving community members in the development of public spaces can foster long-term brand loyalty and meaningful engagement. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-how-community-engagement-builds-brand-loyalty/

03.31.2024

Elevating Hotel Brands With Local Art with Kevin McKinney

Kevin McKinney, President and Founder of HighSide Project Management, discusses how infusing art, culture, and authentic local flare into hotels can elevate the guest experience and push legacy brands forward. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-elevating-hotel-brands-with-local-art/

03.17.2024

Capturing the Human Experience at the Intersection of Branding and Placemaking with Amy Levi

Amy Levi, CEO of Strada Made, discusses the influence of cultural anthropology on the branding and placemaking of vibrant, community-centric spaces. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-capturing-the-human-experience-at-the-intersection-of-branding-and-placemaking/

03.03.2024

Art and Architecture as a Tribute to Service with Forest Hooker

Forest Hooker, Principal at TCA Architecture + Planning + Design, discusses the intersection of art, architecture, and community service through the lens of newly developed fire stations in Kirkland, Washington. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-art-and-architecture-as-a-tribute-to-service/

02.18.2024

Transforming Your Business Through Equity and Allyship with Simone Ross

Simone Ross, CEO of the Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director of the Colorado Women's Chamber Foundation, discusses how leaders can implement equity and inclusion initiatives to improve the workplace and drive social and financial value. For show...

02.04.2024

Honoring History Through Real Estate Development with Ferd Belz

Ferd Belz, President of Fulenwider, explains how the 120-year-old real estate development firm creates influential projects that honor the history and strengthen the fabric of the surrounding site. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-honoring-history-through-real-estate-development/

01.21.2024

Art’s Impact on Branding and the Traveler Experience with SueSan Chen

SueSan Chen, Senior Brand Manager at United Airlines, discusses the intersection of curated art and brand identity to create a locally inspired, inclusive experience for travelers. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-arts-impact-on-branding-and-the-traveler-experience/

12.10.2023

How Artists Add Value to City Planning with Alisa Sargsyan

Alisa Sargsyan, the Cultural Arts Commissioner for the City of Kirkland, Washington, discusses public art policies, selection processes, and other city planning efforts that are uniquely enriched by involvement from local artists. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-how-artists-add-value-to-city-planning/

11.26.2023

Urban Planning for Social and Economic Development with Lilly Djaniants

Lilly Djaniants, Associate Principal at ZGF Architects, discusses how her work in both Armenia and the City of Denver has influenced her steadfast belief in creating urban plans that allow people to live meaningful, healthy lives. For show notes and...

11.12.2023

Placemaking Strategies to Enhance the Customer Experience with Jim Goldberg

Jim Goldberg, Customer Experience Lieutenant at Red Propeller, shares how his company anticipates tenant needs and turns ordinary residents into full-fledged fans. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-placemaking-strategies-to-enhance-the-customer-experience/

10.29.2023

Crafting Place-based Design Stories in Hospitality and Multifamily Developments with Marit Jensen

Marit Jensen, Senior Associate at MG2 Design, explains how she designs multi-layered spaces that shape communities and influence the live/work/play lifestyle. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-crafting-place-based-design-stories-in-hospitality-and-multifamily-developments/

10.15.2023

Instilling Hope and Wellbeing Through Art with Greg Wiles

Greg Wiles, President of Hatch Egg Donation & Surrogacy and CFO of Pacific Fertility Center in Los Angeles, describes how his clinic’s curated art program creates a peaceful, welcoming environment for patients and families. For show notes and more: ...

10.01.2023

Findings from the 2023 State of the Art Report

Discover what hundreds of decision makers across the AEC industry are saying about how architecture, design, and art and culture work together for successful placemaking. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-findings-from-the-2023-state-of-the-art-report/

09.17.2023

Conversations on the Lasting Impact of Creative Placemaking

This episode compiles some of our most inspiring guest interviews to highlight the tremendous value of art and culture in the built environment. Insightful clips from a range of leaders explore the ROI of creative placemaking, how to maximize project...

09.03.2023

Developing Denver’s New Class A Office High-Rise with Chris Payne

Chris Payne, Senior Vice President at Riverside Investment and Development, shares how his team is creating a distinct sense of place for 1900 Lawrence, Denver’s new downtown high-rise, while transforming the city skyline and the overall office environment. For show...

08.20.2023

Designing Joyful, People-Centered Places with Madeleine Kessler

08.06.2023

Infusing Your Development with Happiness and Culture with Stuart Semple

Distinguished multidisciplinary artist Stuart Semple discusses some of his wildest creative endeavors and explains why commercial developers need to uplift local culture to achieve success in their projects. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-infusing-your-development-with-happiness-and-culture/

07.23.2023

From Apartment Unit to Meaningful Home with Brad Reisinger

Brad Reisinger, Regional President of the West for Quarterra, shares how to create meaningful community touchpoints that transform ordinary apartments into memorable, enduring homes. For show notes and more: www.ninedotarts.com/podcast-from-apartment-unit-to-meaningful-home/

07.09.2023

Memorable Placemaking to Mitigate Risks with Andrea Barry

Andrea Barry, Director of Client Success at NINE dot ARTS, explains the risks associated with shortchanging art and culture in a real estate project, as well as the placemaking solutions intended to mitigate such risks while maximizing value. For show...

06.25.2023

Efficiency and Connectedness in Nashville's Urban Core with Meg Epstein

Meg Epstein, Founder and CEO of CA South, shares her ambition to help communities thrive through efficient, modern spaces with superior design, increased connectivity, and authentic local flair. For show notes and more: www.ninedotarts.com/podcast-efficiency-and-connectedness-in-nashvilles-urban-core/

06.11.2023

Community Satisfaction in the Multifamily Market with Elizabeth Meyers

Elizabeth Meyers, Director of Client Services at Kairoi Residential, shares the secrets to attracting and retaining residents while connecting multifamily projects to the community at large. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-community-satisfaction-in-the-multifamily-market/

05.28.2023

The ROI of Creative Placemaking in Real Estate Development with Nael Ashour

Nael Ashour, Chief Financial Officer at NINE dot ARTS, provides insightful data on the ROI of integrating thoughtful art and cultural programs into commercial real estate developments. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-the-roi-of-creative-placemaking-in-real-estate-development/

05.14.2023

Public Art for Public Health with Mary Davis Wallace

Mary Davis Wallace, Senior Planner and Public Art Program Lead for the City of Sarasota, Florida, explains the economic and public health benefits that can result from a city-wide public art program. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-public-art-for-public-health/

04.30.2023

The Competitive Advantage of DEI with Karl Sona

Karl Sona, Co-founder and Vice President of Marketing at Streamlined Media, shares his mission to create more profitable partnerships between black-owned businesses and large corporate brands, helping the US remain a competitive power in the global economy. For show notes...

04.16.2023

The Business Case for Art in Real Estate with Juanita Hardy

Juanita Hardy, creative placemaking consultant for the Urban Land Institute, describes the social and financial benefits of incorporating art, culture, and community-engaged design into real estate development projects. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-the-business-case-for-art-in-real-estate/

04.02.2023

Funding Special Places Through Special Districts with Sam Sharp

Sam Sharp, Head of Special District Group at Piper Sandler, shares innovative financing strategies to support public infrastructure, art and cultural amenities, and economic development. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-funding-special-places-through-special-districts/

03.19.2023

Why You Can't Manufacture Culture with Jaebadiah Gardner

Jaebadiah Gardner, CEO of GardnerGlobal, discusses building wealth, equity, and prosperity through affordable housing projects that harness a community's organic culture. For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-why-you-cant-manufacture-culture/

03.05.2023

Art for Customer Loyalty with Nick Kitaeff

Nick Kitaeff, Senior Development Director at Confluent Development, describes working on major mixed-use projects in Colorado and beyond, emphasizing art's role in building community goodwill, customer loyalty, and an authentic destination that keeps people coming back. For show notes and...

02.19.2023

How Art Creates "Brain Spas" in the Workplace with Christine Phelan

Christine Phelan, Global Senior Program Manager at Amazon, shares about the company's creative amenity programs, which leverage art and culture to promote employee engagement, creativity, connection, and innovation. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-how-art-creates-brain-spas-in-the-workplace/

02.05.2023

Finding Your Line with Shantell Martin

Renowned artist and philosopher Shantell Martin shares about her artistic journey, from performing as a visual jockey to recent technological innovations and large-scale collaborations on public and private commercial projects. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-finding-your-line/

01.22.2023

Making History in Downtown Atlanta with Brian McGowan

Brian McGowan, President at Centennial Yards, discusses downtown Atlanta's transformation into the ultimate live/work/play/shop destination where creativity, culture, and community will flourish. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-making-history-in-downtown-atlanta/

12.18.2022

Conversations Across Generations With Tyler Lundsgaard

Tyler Lundsgaard, Director of Colorado Multifamily Development at Evergreen Devco (and formerly at Experience Senior Living), discusses the role of art and culture in designing amenity-rich, luxury senior living spaces that promote dignity and community. For show notes and more...

12.04.2022

Art and Experiential Placemaking With Cassie King

Cassie King, Senior Director of Design and Placemaking at Trademark Property Company, reflects on curating distinct and enriching spaces through thoughtful, community-oriented design. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-art-and-experiential-placemaking/

11.20.2022

The City as a Solution With Rodney M. Milton, Jr.

Rodney M. Milton, Jr., Executive Director of ULI Colorado, discusses short and long term strategies to support the growth of cities, from equitable development and urban planning to community retention and collective leadership. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-the-city-as-a-solution/

11.06.2022

Revolutionizing Vacation Rentals With Melissa Haft

Melissa Haft, Head of Environments Design for Overmoon, reflects on reconciling the concepts of “home” and “vacation” through her company’s innovative, art-forward approach to short-term, family-oriented vacation rentals. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-revolutionizing-vacation-rentals/

10.23.2022

Challenging Sameness With Art and Culture with Chris Frampton

Chris Frampton, CEO of East West Partners, discusses how to create authentic, enduring places by embedding community partnerships and arts and cultural initiatives into the real estate development process. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-more-challenging-sameness-with-art-and-culture/

10.09.2022

More Than Art on Walls With Molly Casey

Molly Casey, Chief Curator and Co-founder of NINE dot ARTS, digs deep into the process of creating unforgettable, hyperlocal art experiences for real estate developers, communities, and cities. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-more-than-art-on-walls/

10.02.2022

Honoring Culture and Community in Real Estate Development With Patrick Foley

Patrick Foley, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Lake Union Partners, shares about the benefits of art, culture, and community engagement on several of his firm’s mixed-use and historic preservation projects. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast/

09.11.2022

Art and Placemaking at Denver International Airport With Stacey Stegman

Stacey Stegman, Senior Vice President at Denver International Airport, emphasizes the value of art in an airport, from supporting wayfinding to elevating the passenger experience. For more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast/

08.28.2022

Opportunities for Art and Real Estate in Distressed Markets with Jake Harris

Jake Harris, Founder of Harris Bay, reflects on lessons learned in commercial real estate development and investing in distressed assets. For more info: https://ninedotarts.com/blog-resources/

08.14.2022

Empowering Communities Through Design With Elaine Minjy Limmer

Elaine Minjy Limmer, Senior Parks Planner for the City of Denver, discusses how to address environmental and social resilience through thoughtful community-engaged planning and design. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-empowering-communities-through-design/...

07.31.2022

Social Change in the Built Environment With Rico Quirindongo

Rico Quirindongo, Director of Seattle’s Office of Planning and Community Development, addresses the importance of civic engagement in real estate development, emphasizing the value of financial and cultural capital to create meaningful places made by and for the local community....

07.17.2022

Building Inclusive Companies and Cities With Albus Brooks

Albus Brooks, Milender White’s Vice President of Business Development and Public Affairs, explains how to build social equity into cities using thoughtful construction and development practices that leverage art, culture, and community. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-building-inclusive-companies-and-cities/

07.03.2022

Art, Real Estate, and Environmental Stewardship with Jon Buerge

Jon Buerge, Chief Development Officer at Urban Villages, reflects on the significant environmental impacts of real estate development and shares strategies his company has implemented to build more mindfully and sustainably. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-art-real-estate-and-environmental-stewardship/

06.19.2022

Uplifting the Creative Economy with Michael Gadlin

Michael Gadlin, contemporary multimedia artist and Executive Director of PlatteForum, reflects on the value of collaboration and community for creating timeless public art. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-uplifting-the-creative-economy/

06.05.2022

Art's Role in Workplace Design with Poppy Patterson

Poppy Patterson, former Interior Designer at DLR Group, discusses trends in corporate office design, including the use of art and culture to make workplaces feel more welcoming, comforting, and creative for employees. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-arts-role-in-workplace-design/

05.22.2022

Art as Connective Tissue with Charles Pinkham

Charles Pinkham, Senior Vice President of Portman Holdings, discusses the tremendous financial and emotional value of integrating art into a commercial real estate project, particularly for its ability to break down barriers, build connections, and generate goodwill amongst the local...

05.08.2022

Public vs. Private Art Commissions with Juan Alonso-Rodríguez

Seattle-based visual artist Juan Alonso-Rodríguez reflects on the art commissioning process, from creating installations for private developments to critiquing and selecting artwork for municipalities and cities. For show notes and more info: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-public-vs-private-art-commissions/

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