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Michael Brennan discusses the Creation of His Real Estate Empire
In this episode, Michael Brennan shares his inspiring journey from a young boy influenced by his father's entrepreneurial spirit to becoming a key player in the industrial real estate sector. Brennan discusses his early ventures in real estate while working at RR Donnelley, his transition from residential to commercial real estate, and his strategic investments in industrial properties. He highlights his tenure at Scheidler Group and then as CEO of First Industrial Realty Trust, where he played a pivotal role in taking the company public and navigating through economic challenges. Brennan also delves into his passion for education and the significant impact he has made at the Grass Camp Real Estate Center at the University of Wisconsin. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the importance of hard work, perseverance, and the continuous quest for knowledge.
Timestamps:
00:00 Starting a Career in Real Estate
00:41 First Real Estate Deal
01:21 Lunch with Industry Leaders
03:10 Influence of Upbringing
08:45 Early Jobs and Lessons Learned
15:10 College and Career Beginnings
21:21 Transition to Commercial Real Estate
25:27 Joining Coldwell Banker Commercial
33:18 Becoming a Principal in Real Estate
37:57 Starting in Industrial Real Estate
39:34 Going Public with Merrill Lynch
42:37 Becoming CEO and Expanding the Company
44:56 Lessons from First Industrial
47:39 Differences Between Public and Private REITs
58:45 Involvement with the Grass Camp Real Estate Center
01:06:53 Advice for Young Real Estate Enthusiasts
01:12:30 Favorite Chicago Food and Final Thoughts
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https://www.brennanllc.com/
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