James and Alec are back this episode, recording live from the Atlantic Real Estate Forum 2024, at the Halifax Convention Centre! The two make an important announcement for Cushman and Wakefield Halifax, and sit down with a few exciting guests they caught at the conference; including Doug Doucet, Ben Young, and Heather Ferguson.

Doug Doucet, President and Founder at Doucet Developments chats about the expansion and development of Commercial Real estate in Halifax. He speaks to his experience of researching and building an Irish pub in Cape Breton, and talks about his love for retail and desire to create a unique, authentic space.

Ben Young President & CEO at Southwest Properties, brings his enthusiasm for Halifax as a city, and describes the changes he's seen over the years. Ben expresses his optimism for a more efficient city once development and government work in collaboration to strengthen Halifax as a city, for its growing population.

Heather Ferguson is the Executive Director at BOMA, NBPEI. Heather talks about the networking and support opportunities available with BOMA (Building Owners and Managers Association), for building owners/managers seeking best practices around navigating a post pandemic industry. Heather expresses her appreciation for the many local developers in Atlantic Canada and is hopeful for the Building and Land Development industry.

James and Alec speak to a couple more conference attendees, including Kenzie McDonald of Colliers International, Cory Bell of Lindsay Construction and Jenna Miller of Cushman and Wakefield, who all deliver and build on the undeniable confidence and optimism of real estate professionals in Halifax and Atlantic Canada!

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