Live from Chicago with Peter Linneman
Inflationary pressure, a looming election, and geopolitical tensions – nonetheless, Peter Linneman insists that economies, especially as big as ours, are far more resilient than we think. Peter joined Willy Walker on this week’s #WalkerWebcast for the 18th installment of the Most Insightful Hour in CRE live from Chicago to discuss niche asset classes and specialty sectors, the possibility of a recession, election implications, geopolitical tensions and GDP growth, the Fed’s next move, and more. Subscribe to our channel for weekly episodes on leadership, commercial real estate, finance, and more! #CRE #Predictions #Economy #Inflation #Fed #WeAreWD source
Decoding the Investment Landscape with Kate Moore
Kate Moore, Managing Director and Head of Thematic Strategy at BlackRock joined Willy Walker on this week’s #WalkerWebcast. Watch the episode to hear her view on the current global economic landscape, the latest investment trends, AI opportunities and how BlackRock is staying ahead of the technology curve, her predictions on inflation and rate cuts, strategies for investors, and more. #Investment #AI #WeAreWD source
The Rise of F1 with Joshua Robinson & Jonathan Clegg
Wall Street Journal reporters and authors of The Formula, Joshua Robinson and Jonathan Clegg, joined Willy Walker on this week’s #WalkerWebcast! They covered key topics from their book, including the pivotal moments and figures that reshaped F1’s trajectory, advancements that revolutionized the sport, and the strategies that have propelled it to become the globe’s fastest-growing sport. Be sure to subscribe to our channel for more! #Formula1 #WallStreetJournal #Sports #WeAreWD source
Mastering Success with Strauss Zelnick and Gary Pinkus
Finding a perfect work-life balance is hard. Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive, explained how he prioritizes delegation and hiring great people in order to manage it all. Like this type of content? Subscribe to our channel for more! #Investor #Market #Fed #InterestRates #2025 #WeAreWD source
The Most Insightful Hour in CRE Part 20 with Dr. Peter Linneman
What’s the real impact of tariffs? Dr. Peter Linneman breaks down how tariffs serve not just as an economic lever, but as a tool for addressing broader social and geopolitical goals. Watch now to hear his take on costs, on-shoring, and global defense. #Economy #Tariffs #GlobalImpact source
Hope For Financial Equality with John Hope Bryant
Willy was once again joined by John Hope Bryant, a lifelong entrepreneur, philanthropist, bestselling author, and thought leader who has built more than 40 organizations, including Operation HOPE, Inc. His mission? To provide financial literacy and economic empowerment tools in the U.S. for youth and adults in underserved communities. He and Willy discussed his newest book, Financial Literacy For All (https://www.amazon.com/Financial-Literacy-All-Alleviate-Struggle/dp/1394209029/ref=asc_df_1394209029), leadership insights, personal finance strategies, the future of inclusive capitalism, and much more. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 01:39 Willy introduces John Hope Bryant 02:42 Writing with others on “Financial Literacy For All” 04:45 Focusing on giving, not getting 07:38 How adversity develops one’s skills 11:21 Poverty is a mindset: Relationships are wealth 15:33 Failure is part of success 15:53 Faith and trust: The essence of a successful business 18:22 Capital needs vision 25:10 Delta Airlines and moving Freedman’s Bank 29:14 Making financial literacy accessible 31:33 What’s the root cause of credit card debt? 33:19 Why understanding the financial system matters 34:22 The power of credit cards 37:24 Two key factors for financial literacy 38:19 Does racial politics and ESG cause more harm than good? 43:24 Growing minorities and the need for a clear business plan 47:34 Helping without expectations: An anecdote 51:56 John learning from his mentors 57:58 What is the number one way for wealth building? 01:00:01 The benefits of moving your credit score 01:03:46 Why one should ask the right questions 01:05:57 John’s words of encouragement GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z3wDGMAjtscNhKWJfXs7L Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source
Revolutionizing the Fitness Industry with Joey Gonzalez
Willy was joined by Joey Gonzalez, CEO of Barry’s (https://www.barrys.com/country-select), one of the hottest studios in the fitness industry. It should be no surprise that Joey has facilitated the company’s exponential growth as CEO, considering he curated his own career from the ground up – starting as a client at the studio before becoming the company’s CEO years later. He and Willy discussed his career trajectory beginning as a child actor and eventually climbing the ranks at Barry’s, the importance of community, the effect that the pandemic had on Barry’s as well as the group fitness industry, the company’s ambitious development strategy, how Barry’s has been able to thrive in a highly competitive landscape, what we can expect from the company in the next 5-10 years, and so much more. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of contact. We are all available to answer questions and provide assistance. Additionally, if you have topics you would like covered during one of our future webcasts, we would be happy to take your suggestions. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 01:18 Willy introduces Joey Gonzalez 02:20 Early days: Acting and joining Barry’s 07:20 What does it take to be a Barry’s instructor? 12:43 Instructor-centric culture: making fitness pandemic-proof 17:45 Barry’s client and instructor demographic 19:55 Selecting locations for in-person studios 22:39 How Barry’s stands out from its competitors 25:07 Making broader offers while protecting one’s core 29:18 Becoming a global company and offering seasonal studios 33:40 Joey’s prediction on Barry’s impact 37:53 The need to offer ancillary products 40:34 Barry’s step in personalized fitness and wearables 43:01 Should Barry’s put content into machines? 44:33 The unpredictability of the market 46:44 Balancing career and family life 50:40 The average tenure of a Barry’s client 52:05 Barry’s as a fitness disruptor GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z3wDGMAjtscNhKWJfXs7L Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source
Success isn’t about where you started, it’s about how willing you are to learn
David Barry debunks the myth of limitations: success isn’t about where you started—it’s about your willingness to learn. With persistence, any skill is within reach. #GrowthMindset #LifelongLearning #Success source
What’s more powerful in finance—brand visibility or bold ideas?
For David Hunt, the real excitement at PGIM comes from building something meaningful. It’s not about flashy ads or broad recognition—it’s about sharing powerful ideas that resonate and drive success. #Leadership #Innovation #Finance #BigIdeas source
Outcompeting In The Digital Age with Rodney Zemmel
We brought in the expert to provide you with the strategy and tools you need to thrive in the age of technology and AI. Willy was joined by Rodney Zemmel, Senior Partner and the global leader of McKinsey Digital at McKinsey & Company. He and Willy discussed key concepts from his book Rewired: The McKinsey Guide to Outcompeting in the Age of Digital and AI (https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/mckinsey-on-books/rewired), including the risks and opportunities we will face with AI, upscaling your leadership team, the importance of developing your company’s “soft skills,” and so much more. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of contact. We are all available to answer questions and provide assistance. Additionally, if you have topics you would like covered during one of our future webcasts, we would be happy to take your suggestions. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 02:39 Willy introduces Rodney Zemmel 03:51 From biology to digital transformation 04:52 Should we be worried about AI? 10:05 Machine learning versus deep learning 12:56 Why businesses need digital transformation 16:16 How to create a digital roadmap for your business 20:46 Having financial metrics bring better outcomes 22:32 The 3 roles of a CEO: which is best? 25:35 Choosing the right digital architecture 29:43 Amazon and APIs post-integration 31:40 What is the exothermal digital transformation? 35:41 The 3 signs of a successful digital transformation 40:25 Rewiring the business and rewarding top talent 43:55 How a reinvestment invigorated a mining company 48:04 The benefits of a consultation database 53:46 Measuring success post-digital transformation 57:54 Backup and security for your digital infrastructure GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Podcast: » Driven By Insight: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402. Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source