Posts by wshadden
Chapter Leader Focus: Isabella Wei
Chapter Leader Focus: Isabella Wei NAIOP SFBA is delighted to feature Isabella Wei, Co-Chair of the YPG Committee and Vice President on the Investments team at Tidewater Capital. A thoughtful and dynamic leader, Isabella brings curiosity, collaboration, and a deep love for problem-solving to everything she does—qualities that have made her an integral part of…
Read MoreAt the Table, Not on the Menu: Advocacy Perspectives from CBPA’s Matt Hargrove
At the Table, Not on the Menu: Advocacy Perspectives from CBPA’s Matt Hargrove Listen Now California moves fast on policy—2,500 bills a year fast. In this high-level conversation, Matt Hargrove, President & CEO of the California Business Properties Association (CBPA), explains how advocacy actually works for commercial real estate: why most association work is defensive,…
Read MoreBoard Member Focus: Brandy Buttram
Board Member Focus: Brandy Buttram NAIOP SFBA is honored to welcome Brandy Buttram to the Board of Directors. A dedicated leader with a passion for building community in commercial real estate, Brandy has long been an active force within the chapter. From her time in our Young Professionals Group (YPG) Program to her continued involvement as an advisor, committee…
Read More2025 ARGUS Scholarship Winner – Vladislav Prisacaru
2025 ARGUS Scholarship Winner – Vladislav Prisacaru NAIOP San Francisco Bay Area is proud to recognize the 2025 recipients of the ARGUS Certification Scholarship, a program that supports emerging professionals from underrepresented backgrounds in gaining vital skills in financial modeling and real estate analysis. This month, we are featuring Vladislav Prisacaru. Vladislav is a senior at the University…
Read MoreDockside Deals: CRE Boat Tour Showcases San Francisco’s Waterfront Transformation
Dockside Deals: CRE Boat Tour Showcases San Francisco’s Waterfront Transformation View Photo Gallery This month, members and guests boarded the Tamalpais for a waterfront tour of San Francisco’s most significant development projects—both underway and on the horizon. The cruise featured project overviews and stories shared by development teams behind major projects along the shoreline, including Pier 40, Oracle Park/Mission…
Read More2025 ARGUS Scholarship Winner – Rahul Joshi
2025 ARGUS Scholarship Winner – Rahul Joshi NAIOP San Francisco Bay Area is proud to recognize the 2025 recipients of the ARGUS Certification Scholarship, a program that supports emerging professionals from underrepresented backgrounds in gaining vital skills in financial modeling and real estate analysis. This month, we are featuring Rahul Joshi. Rahul holds a Master of Real Estate…
Read MoreGrowth Mindset in a Shifting Market: Luke Ogelsby on AI, SF Resilience, and the Business of Belief
Growth Mindset in a Shifting Market: Luke Ogelsby on AI, SF Resilience, and the Business of Belief Listen Now In this episode, host Drew Hess chats with Luke Ogelsby, Vice Chairman at CBRE and the San Francisco Business Times’ 2024 Broker of the Year. Luke reflects on the evolution of commercial real estate, the unstoppable…
Read MoreFrom the Port to the Boardroom: Linda Hothem’s Legacy in Bay Area Industrial Real Estate
From the Port to the Boardroom: Linda Hothem’s Legacy in Bay Area Industrial Real Estate Listen Now In this episode, host Drew Hess sits down with Linda Hothem, Owner and CEO of Pacific American Group, to explore her remarkable journey from social work to becoming a leading force in industrial real estate. Linda shares the…
Read More3rd Annual Pickleball Tournament Recap
3rd Annual Pickleball Tournament Recap View Photo Gallery The 3rd Annual Pickleball Tournament was a fantastic day of spirited competition, networking, and fun. Players of all levels brought great energy to the courts, while spectators cheered on and enjoyed the lively atmosphere. 🏆 Winners 1st Place: Team Overextended — Troy Gleason & Will Bond 2nd Place: Alec Haley…
Read More2025 ARGUS Scholarship Winner – Juan Quevedo
2025 ARGUS Scholarship Winner – Juan Quevedo NAIOP San Francisco Bay Area is proud to recognize the 2025 recipients of the ARGUS Certification Scholarship, a program that supports emerging professionals from underrepresented backgrounds in gaining vital skills in financial modeling and real estate analysis. Juan Quevedo is an incoming junior transfer student at the University of San…
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