Why does Howard Ecker believe that Tradition is detrimental to the Commercial Real Estate Industry? 

In episode 18 of this Special Edition of RECOVERY, a Commercial real estate legend joins Alain. Howard Ecker is one of the most respected and influential leaders in real estate. 

Ecker leads Howard Ecker+ Company a commercial tenant representation and brokerage firm that represents the interests of tenants and clients throughout the United States. Howard’s experience spans 5 decades! 

Howard has a straightforward attitude as it relates to conducting his business. He marches on the beat of a different drum as he put it. Plus, in this episode, Howard Ecker reflects on the pitfalls that come with tradition as it pertains to growing a real estate business in our challenging times. 

Howard’s firm is a well-financed, privately-held company based in Chicago, Illinois, which allows them to avoid the pressures of public investors’ demands to close deals. 

How did Raj Qsar harness social media to position The Boutique Real Estate Group in Orange County? 

In episode 16 of Recovery, Raj Qsar joins Alain Kapatashungu to talk about the state of the real estate market in Orange County as well as the opportunity that remains to be met. Qsar leads The Boutique Real Estate Group, a boutique real estate brokerage founded in Orange County, CA, that focuses on design, marketing & luxury services. 

The Boutique has created a culture that spurs collaboration, making Raj Qsar one of the most creative agents in the residential real estate industry, Raj Qsar's success comes from his early understanding of social media trends and technology. 

In 2017 Raj & The Boutique were awarded The Real Estate Influencer of The Year by Inman News. 

Episode 12 of Recovery is here as Ashburn's Pearson Smith Realty Chief Executive Officer joins the show. In this episode, Eric Pearson opens up about what's happening in the DC metro and beyond. 

Eric talks about leading a company in tumultuous times and how to find that balance between growth and security as it pertains to its growing team. Eric is a leader, in his role, he's responsible for hundreds of real estate agents and he'll also share with us Pearson Smith Realty's expansion plan.

How did Joyce Rey amass $5 Billion in Career Sales? 

Joyce Rey joins Alain Kapatashungu on episode 15 of Recovery to discuss her illustrious career in the luxury real estate market. Joyce Rey discusses being a successful real estate agent in Los Angeles, CA. 

Rey has spent almost five decades selling America’s most significant residences, setting many records along the way. Joyce Rey is nothing short of a legend — among her celebrity clients, her professional colleagues, and the community she serves Rey's described as the ‘Billionaire’s Broker’ by the Hollywood Reporter. Rey has amassed more than $ 5 Billion in career sales. Joyce Rey leads the Estates Division at Coldwell Banker Global Luxury and she is based in Beverly Hills, California. 

Rey has been ranked among the 100 Most Influential Agents in Southern California. One of the most respected names in luxury real estate worldwide. Rey is widely quoted in Forbes Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, the Robb Report, amongst others.

How did EXIT Realty Corp. International led by Tami Bonnell succeeded in positioning the brokerage to acquire businesses in the midst of a global pandemic? 

On an insightful episode 14 of RECOVERY, Tami Bonnell, CEO of EXIT Realty Corp. International joins Alain Kapatashungu to discuss her career in real estate. 

Tami opens up about what it takes to lead in crisis and what occasion to take in order to grow faster when everyone else around you decelerate. Tami Bonnell is also an internationally renowned speaker and 30-plus-year veteran in the real estate industry. Tami is a visionary leader and she is passionate about investing in people. Tami joined EXIT Realty Corp. International in 1999 and Tami was appointed CEO in 2012. 

Tami has been ranked among the 200 most powerful and influential people in residential real estate and among the top 10 women leaders. That's so uplifting! Tami is a member of the National Women’s Council of REALTORS®, and was instrumental in building 3 major brands.

How could I invest in rental properties in times of crisis? David Chesnosky is telling us all about it. 

Recovery Episode 13 with San Francisco's own David Chesnosky. David Chesnosky is joining the show for an insightful discussion about rentals in one of the Hottest property leasing market in the United States 🇺🇸 . 

Agent extraordinaire: David Chesnosky spent sixteen years working with the two largest real estate owners in San Francisco running the Leasing but also furnished and unfurnished apartments. 

David Chesnosky is a successful investment and property specialist. He assisted in the acquisition of +250 properties in #SanFrancisco and #Oakland. David Chesnosky is currently the Vice President at Compass Commercial and developing RentingSF, Inc. which is a Leasing & Property investment firm. 

Episode 8 of Recovery is here as Watson Realty President Ed Forman joins the show. Forman opens up about his measures and leadership style during an unprecedented health crisis. Forman also talks about giving the best tools to empower his agents during these tough times.

Episode 09 of Recovery is here as New York's Brown Harris Stevens's first-ever Chief Executive Officer joins the show. In this episode, Bess Freedman opens up about what's happening in the Hamptons, Miami, New York City, and Palm Beach. 

Bess educates us about the different leadership styles as it pertains to working in the United States and in Seville (Spain) where she lived.

Bess is a born-leader, in her role, she's responsible for 2500  agents. We were able to learn alongside Bess Freedman as she focuses on empowering her agents during these challenging times.

Would you be put on hold right now if you inquire about a $10 million home in Cape Cod? The answer is Yes, Jack Cotton will probably put you on hold. That's how REDHOT 🔥 the real estate market is there. 

Cape Cod's Agent extraordinaire Jack Cotton joins Alain Kapatashungu on episode 17 to talk about his illustrious career and the state of affairs in his unique and evergreen city of Cape Cod, Massassuchets. 

Jack and Alain talk about leading in crisis as well as building on healthy habits to weather the COVID-19 storm. He opens up about what it means for him to be successful in his field. For more than 40 years, Jack Cotton has been working in the Luxury Real Estate field in the United States 🇺🇸. 

He helps other agents break into the Luxury Real Estate market through group — private coaching so they can quickly learn what they need to succeed in this industry. He talks about his special bond with his clients and how today even if you call him to buy a $10M home in Cape Cod he might not be able to help 😂.

Episode 11 of Recovery is now available as National Association of REALTORS ® Chief Executive Officer, Bob Goldberg joins the show. 

In this episode, Bob Goldberg discusses the state of the real estate market in the country but also he gives us insights as it pertains to measures he put forth in order to empower all its NAR members. 

Bob Goldberg leads the largest trade association in the world. As of August 2020, the National Association of REALTORS ®' total membership was nearly 1.500.000 members.