The Placemaking Podcast

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Hello and welcome everyone! Thank you for joining the show! There is a lot great information to learn in this episode, so stay tuned!

Today on the show, I have Aarni Heiskanen who is a co-founder of AE Partners and author of AEC-Business.com. His insights into construction technologies are second to none! Aarni was a pioneer in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), co-founder of a business software company and a certified management consultant with a background in Architecture. Needless to say, he brings an enormous amount of knowledge on this subject.

On top of his demanding role at AE Partners, Aarni manages a podcast and blog called AEC Business that tracks emerging technologies and innovations in construction. He has also been hailed a “Top 100” influencer in construction.

In this episode, we are going to look at the common excuses for not implementing greater technologies in construction. We will be discussing some of the valuable resources out there to learn more about construction technologies. We will then finish up by looking at the future of construction technologies that you might not know about yet.

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Here's a link to the AEC-Business blog to learn more about the subject: https://aec-business.com

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I’m extremely excited about our guest today! Scott is a good friend of mine and project manager at Streetlights Residential in Dallas, Texas. Scott has been successfully managing projects with Streetlights for almost four years now. His civil engineering background gives him a unique perspective and skillset when tackling development opportunities.

The firm he works with, Streetlights Residential is one of the premier developers of urban multifamily and mixed-use communities in the country with a home base here in Dallas, Texas. With their in-house development, design, and construction expertise, the StreetLights team creates custom luxury communities that rival the experience, lifestyle, and amenities of living in an urban boutique hotel.

In this episode, we are going to discuss certain hurdles that Scott faced while managing his first project, ways that he and his team overcame difficulties on projects, and loads of advice for someone looking to become a project manager in a ground-up development firm. I’m excited to dive into the show!

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More about Streetlights Residential: www.streetlightres.com

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Andrew is a founder and managing partner of Presidio Interests here in Fort Worth, Texas. Since forming Presidio in late 2006, he has successfully developed, redeveloped, and repositioned over 180,000 square feet of urban infill commercial and mixed-use properties with combined value in excess of $40 million. 

The firm he works with, Presidio Interests is a forward-thinking real estate development and investment firm, based in Fort Worth, Texas that specializes in using creative strategies to carry out value-added investments and new developments.

In this episode, we are going to discuss how Andrew got started in real estate development, certain hurdles he faced when developing his first property, and advice that he would give others that are looking to get into real estate development.

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Link to Presidio Interests: http://www.presidiointerests.com/

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Hello and welcome everyone! Thank you for joining the show! There is a lot great information to learn in this episode, so stay tuned!Today on the show, I have David Leininger who is a Strategic Advisor of Sasaki & Associates & Founder of Leininger Analytics. His insight into Transit-Oriented and Transit-Adjacent developments are second to none. David has experience in both the public and private sectors. He has worked as the EVP and CFO of Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Budget Director at the City of Dallas, CFO of the City of Irving, and also nearly 25 years in the private sector working on large-scale real estate development projects. Needless to say, he brings a wealth of knowledge on this subject.On top of his current roles as Strategic Advisor of Sasaki & Associates and Founder of Leininger Analytics, he also serves on the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Product council and DFW TOD Product Council for the Urban Land Institute (ULI).In this episode, we are going to unpack the real differences between transit-oriented development (TOD) and transit-adjacent development (TAD). We will be discussing some of the many benefits that come from the introduction of TOD’s. We will then finish up by looking at the future of these type of developments and transit in general. As always, if you have enjoyed the show, please subscribe to the show and share with your friends. There will be more exciting conversations on the show to come.So without further ado, let’s start the show!For the Show Notes on this episode, Please see the "Members Only" section of the website.Link to Leininger Analytics: https://www.leiningeranalytics.com/

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There is a lot to learn in this episode, so stay tuned!

Alex is a very good friend of mine and Property Tax Advisor at Strategic Property Tax Advisors. On top of that, he is a real estate broker in his free time. His insight into Tax advising is second to none. He is truly a student of the craft and constantly stays apprised of current tax laws and legislation. With over 10 years of tax consulting experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge on the subject.

The firm he works with, Strategic Property Tax Advisors expertise is focused solely in commercial real estate.  Strategic has a thorough understanding of commercial real estate complexities and will work as an integral part of your team regarding property tax appeals, procedures, valuation and litigation support.

In this episode, we are going to discuss the type of taxes would a ground-up real estate developer expect. What are some ways that developers could help to hedge their real estate tax burden and what is so great about depreciation and how can it be included in your overall tax strategy?

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pace-0a05b170/

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Hello and welcome everyone! Thank you for joining the show! This is going to be a fun one! Tim is a good friend of mine and office manager at ECS Southwest here in Fort Worth, Texas. Tim has been successfully managing projects with ECS for about 6 years now. His insight into managing successful materials testing projects comes from a strong military background.

The firm he works with, ECS Southwest is a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities engineering. With 5 offices and testing facilities spread across the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Southeast and Southwest, ECS is currently ranked as number 72 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms

In this episode, we are going to discuss the role of a geotechnical and materials testing firm on your project. What type of tests are performed by these types of firms? Why are they important for ground-up developments?

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ECS Southwest, LLP: https://www.ecslimited.com/

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Hello and welcome everyone! Thank you for joining the show! I’m really excited about our guest today! Mike is a good friend of mine and President of Near Southside Inc. here in Fort Worth, Texas. Mike took over as NSI’s president in 2018 after leading the organization’s planning and development efforts for 12 years. Mike joined NSI in early 2006 after six years with the City of Fort Worth’s Planning Department, where he managed the Comprehensive Planning division.  Mike has served on the Board of Directors for the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (now Trinity Metro) and on the Fort Worth City Plan Commission. He was the founding chairman and continues to serve on the board of Fort Worth Bike Sharing, Inc.

In addition to those development and placemaking initiatives, NSI is responsible for a wide variety of promotional programs, including festivals and events that attract thousands, and a wide range of business assistance initiatives.

In this episode, we are discuss the basics of Form Based Code, common objections for this type of code, and what situations offer the best opportunities to introduce form based code. I’m excited to dive into this one!

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Near Southside Inc. : https://www.nearsouthsidefw.org/ 

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Hello and welcome everyone! Thank you for joining the show! This is going to be a fun one! Bridger is a good friend of mine and project manager at Fort Construction here in Fort Worth, Texas. Bridger has been successfully managing projects with Fort for almost five years now. His insight into managing successful construction projects comes from a strong military background.The firm he works with, Fort Construction, is based here in Fort Worth, Texas and is a full-service construction firm offering design-build, preconstruction, construction management, and general contracting services. They are known for their excellent work here in Texas. In this episode, we are going to discuss the role of a General Contractor on your project, What type of traits should you look for when selecting a general contractor? How big of a weight should previous experience have when making your decision? As always, if you have enjoyed the show, please subscribe to the show and share with your friends. There will be more exciting conversations on the show to come. Bridger's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridger-clader-80696292/Fort Construction Website: https://fortconstruction.com/

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Cameron is a good friend of mine and project manager Cornerstone Projects Group here in Fort Worth, Texas. Cameron has been successfully managing projects with Cornerstone for almost three years now. His architectural background gives him a unique perspective and skillset when tackling development opportunities.

The firm he works with, Cornerstone Projects Group is an award-winning development, architecture, and construction services firm, offering solutions for office, retail, and multifamily projects in North Central Texas.

In this episode, we are going to discuss ways to mitigate risks to your development’s schedule and budget, selecting a project team, and ways to track the performance of your project throughout the development process. I’m excited to dive into the show!

 

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To learn more about Cameron: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camerontpybus/

To learn more about Cornerstone: http://www.cornerstonedbac.com/

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In this episode, we will be talking to a good friend of mine and founder of the Architecture firm Method Group in Tulsa Oklahoma. The firm was founded by Josh in May of 2018. Since then, they have burst on the scene in Tulsa with projects focused on creating memorable places. Their firm provides Architecture, Interior Design, Planning and Historic Preservation.

We will discuss the design phases involved in a development project, the role of an architect on your project, and the process of selecting an architect for your project as well! I think you will find that Josh brings a unique perspective on these topics due to his personal and professional background.

If you'd like to find out more about Method Group and Josh Kunkel, please see below for his contact information.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-kunkel-46730140/

Company Website: https://www.method.group/