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Echoing the same sentiment to the Cisco Team and JLL for including Next Level Event Design. Cathy Genetti and I love the Old Post Office, so it was great to learn more from each other and share best practices. I've observed that people are desperate for connection. While the pandemic created balance with remote/ hybrid work, it also surged the demand for meaning and purposeful interaction. And a new problem was born - what's the value of returning if productivity has skyrocketed outside of the company's office? In addition to voluntary attendance, here are the most expensive problems our clients like Google and Sidley come to us with: - How do we keep employees motivated and engaged during times of uncertainty? - How can we use our office and other physical settings to create moments that have never happened before? - How can we infuse our #culture , #values , and #goals to drive #engagement across different audiences like our employees, partners, clients, and prospective buyers? - How can we include #dei into these events to make sure all audiences feel seen, heard, and valued in ways that are immersive and fun instead of tokenizing a selective group? The way to disrupt is through experiences. Creating something unforgettable allows us to surrender to the generous present moment. A moment without fears, worries, stress, judgement, etc means we can feel something new - inspiration, hope, fun, freedom, connectedness, compassion for others, gratitude etc. It reminds us who we are and why we chose the professional paths we did. #events #nextlevelonthescene #corporateevents #chicagoevents #eventplanning #partnerships #dofunshit #gratitude #knowledgeshare

As dawn begins to illuminate the executive boardroom at Mad Mobile, I find myself transported back to a moment in time – the night we moved into our MetWest offices, before any furniture graced these walls. There's a unique magic in the stillness of this space, devoid of the usual hum of activity but pulsating with the potential and ambition that would soon fill these halls. It’s the space where I sat while waiting for the movers to arrive- excited for what was to come. It’s still my favorite place. Today, as our boardroom stands silent, I can't help but reflect on the journey we've taken together especially over this past year. The countless hours of strategy, collaboration, and innovation that have unfolded within these walls have shaped Mad Mobile into the dynamic entity it is today. While I cherish the vibrancy of our bustling workspace filled with our incredible team, there's an undeniable allure to this early morning solitude. It's a silent witness to the dreams dared to dream, the plans meticulously laid out, and the collective vision that propels us forward. As the executive boardroom embraces the pre-dawn hush, let's take a moment to honor the essence of beginnings, the potential encapsulated in an empty room, and the brilliance that emerges when our minds meet in synergy. Here's to the echoes of the past and the boundless possibilities of our future at Mad Mobile. #MadMobileMagic #ExecutiveBoardroomChronicles #BeforeTheFurnitureArrived #TeamMadMobile

More evidence of the tight office market in Savannah. Look at that absorption! It is a great time to practice real estate law in Savannah and coastal Georgia. #savannahga #savannah #huntermaclean #cre #office #realestateattorney

Data-driven insights are shaping the future of real estate. With a clear understanding of what tenants seek, redefining our industry's outlook is possible. Listen to the insights as Hines Global CIO, David Steinbach, unpacks the evolving dynamics of the office space. #RedefiningRealEstate https://ow.ly/fTO250Q76Kt

As part of our journey, you will start to see some of our new branding. We separate ourselves by providing a private banking experience to business owners and their business. Many have tried to emulate the process, but once you experience our team’s dedication to the success of our clients, there will be no doubt you are in the right position! #relationshipbanking #whitegloveservice #likenoother #privatebanking #privatebankingforbusinesses #enterpreneurship #accountability

The Instant Group Acquires Officespace.com: A Strategic Move in the Commercial Real Estate Market Read the full article below..

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It seems like the Dallas office market is going through a bit of a slow patch right now. With fewer than 15K SF of leases being signed and a surplus of available sublease spaces, it's definitely a tenant's market at the moment. The record-high tenant improvement allowances are an interesting factor, as it shows landlords are willing to sweeten the deal to attract tenants. However, it's not all doom and gloom. The expectation is that leases will start to pick up in the near future, especially considering Dallas' reputation as a popular market for company relocations and expansions. While the summer season might be contributing to the slower activity, there's still hope for a healthy market once things return to normal. It'll be interesting to see how things evolve and if any economic headwinds impact the market further. But for now, let's keep an eye on Dallas and hope for brighter days ahead! Share your thoughts about the market. We'd love to hear!

In preparation for my planned reading of Barbra Streisand's memoir "My Name is Barbra" (almost 1000 pages!), I of course felt it was imperative to re-watch "The Way We Were", one of my all time favorite NYC movies about love and more importantly friendship between men and women. And wouldn't you know, the film opens with a reflection in a Central Park lake featuring 745 Fifth Avenue, where I officially began my career in real estate/property management. 745 Fifth Avenue would figure importantly into my early career as I eventually became the General Manager and then was hired by the anchor tenant Primedia to join their internal real estate team. Fast forward to later in my career when one of my most important clients was headquartered there (in a portion of the former Primedia space, of course!). More evidence that NYC is truly a small town of infinite connections and stories. Last week I sat at the BOMA conference table, as I do every month, with the General Managers of The MetLife Building, One World Trade Center, and The Empire State Building, among others. I am truly in awe of these folks. And then of course I have on my own team the managers of The Mobil Building, Amazon’s incredibly transformed former Lord & Taylor flagship store and the Scholastic HQ in SOHO where visitors are greeted by images of Clifford the Big Red Dog each day. Iconic does not even begin to describe the assets we are entrusted with in our portfolio. But that is, simply put, status quo for NYC real estate. I’ve been giggling to myself lately as the press has started to sheepishly admit that NYC office real estate is in fact NOT dead. Once again those summoning Taps for NYC have had to put down their bugles. There seems to be an overwhelming demand for top tier office space. Deals are getting done. NYC is not dead. And it will continue to be the backdrop for so many films, novels and real life dramas for generations to come. And now I will dive into Barbra’s memoir - yet another story that started in NYC, the city that refuses to sleep! #nyc #propertymanagement #pmlife

As Miami has increasingly become a destination for the ultra-wealthy and their companies, demand for offices has boomed. A slew of financial and technology firms has moved to the area or expand existing footprints, including Ken Griffin’s Citadel, Microsoft Corp., and private equity firm Thoma Bravo. The percent of available office space is now below pre-pandemic levels in 2019, according to brokerage CBRE Group Inc.