What does it take to move from closing deals to building them? Real estate developer Jason Krotts traces his path from brokerage to ground-up development, sharing how he built a thriving industrial portfolio in Ontario, California, and why local relationships remain his most valuable asset.

Jason breaks down the market dynamics driving industrial demand, the realities of development risk, and how he evaluates future opportunities, offering practical lessons for anyone looking to build a lasting career in real estate.

Malcolm Johnson, founder and CEO of Langdon Park Capital, shares an unconventional path from Northeast D.C. to Notre Dame, the NFL, and Wall Street — and why he ultimately bet his career on workforce and affordable housing. In conversation with Steven Ames, Malcolm breaks down what "cultural competency" really means in property management, how he navigated the Great Financial Crisis at Bank of America, and why the housing shortage is an economic crisis hiding in plain sight. Plus his playbook for young professionals on discipline, authenticity, and why emotional intelligence still beats AI.

Willie Walker, CEO of Walker & Dunlop, breaks down why real estate values have dropped yet distress hasn't exploded — and where the real opportunities are hiding. From private credit dynamics and cap rate compression to the cultural playbook behind 800% company growth, Willy delivers a masterclass in navigating uncertainty.

Chapman University's real estate program is doing something different — prioritizing emotional intelligence, mentorship, and human connection alongside market expertise. Perry and Alex share how an intimate cohort model, experiential learning in Orange County, and access to industry leaders from Cornell, NYU, and Wharton are producing not just skilled professionals but empathetic leaders. In a world increasingly shaped by AI and shifting cycles, this is the case for why the most valuable skill in real estate is still being human.