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The Distribution by Juniper Square

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 The Distribution by Juniper Square sits you down with industry experts, thought leaders, and some of the biggest names in commercial real estate, venture capital, and private equity, for open and honest conversations about what’s happening in the private markets.Copyright 2023 Economía Finanzas Personales
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  • From a 5 page business plan to $60B of AUM - Patience and Perseverance Pay Off - Len O'Donnell - Chairman and CEO of Affinius Capital

    From a 5 page business plan to $60B of AUM - Patience and Perseverance Pay Off - Len O'Donnell - Chairman and CEO of Affinius Capital
    Jul 8 2025
    In this episode of The Distribution, host Brandon Sedloff sits down with Len O’Donnell, CEO of Affinius Capital, for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolution of one of real estate’s most strategically positioned investment platforms. Len reflects on his early exposure to development, his unconventional career path, and the lessons learned from leading through multiple business cycles. He shares how he helped transform USAA Real Estate into a scaled investment manager, navigated a management-led buyout in the midst of a global pandemic, and merged multiple platforms into the firm now known as Affinius Capital. The discussion also explores the firm’s investment pillars—credit, housing, and the intersection of real estate and technology—and why data centers represent the most strategically vital asset class in today’s economy. They discuss: The early influence of development culture and why studying history shaped Len’s leadership philosophy How Len transitioned from industrial chemical sales to building one of the largest platforms in U.S. real estate The vision and execution behind Affinius’ shift from wholly owned assets to co-investment-led growth Lessons from the merger of USAA Real Estate and Square Mile, and the importance of patience in integration Why power, permitting, and strategic partnerships define the future of the data center sector This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking long-term perspective and operational wisdom in institutional real estate investing. Links: Affinius Capital - https://affiniuscapital.com/ Len on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/len-odonnell-92a96815/ Brandon on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsedloff/ Juniper Square - https://www.junipersquare.com/ Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:34) - Len's career and background (00:03:47) - Transition to real estate development (00:06:24) - Building a career in Washington DC (00:17:28) - The evolution of USAA Realty (00:22:53) - Merging with Square Mile (00:27:16) - Lessons from mergers and acquisitions (00:30:57) - Cultural shifts in large organizations (00:32:12) - Introducing Affinius (00:38:27) - Strategic business evolutions (00:42:39) - Amazon: A case study in strategic partnership (00:47:15) - The future of data centers and power constraints (00:53:51) - Conclusion and final thoughts
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    57 m
  • Seeing Opportunity Differently: Venture Capital’s approach the Built Environment - Brendan Wallace - CEO & CIO of Fifth Wall

    Seeing Opportunity Differently: Venture Capital’s approach the Built Environment - Brendan Wallace - CEO & CIO of Fifth Wall
    Jun 24 2025
    In this episode of The Distribution, host Brandon Sedloff sits down with Brendan Wallace, CEO & CIO of Fifth Wall, to explore the firm’s founding thesis, its investment philosophy, and the evolving intersection of real estate and technology. Brendan shares his unique career path—from real estate private equity at Blackstone to launching a successful tech startup sold to Workday—offering rare insight into how his dual experience in tech and real estate shaped the creation of Fifth Wall. He outlines how the firm’s strategic LP model allows them to drive technology adoption within the real estate sector, and discusses the broader opportunity that comes from modernizing a traditionally analog industry. The conversation also touches on the firm’s investing strategy, views on AI and data, and why Brendan believes the next wave of leading real estate platforms will be launched in the coming years. They discuss: * Why Fifth Wall’s LP base of real estate incumbents gives it a strategic advantage in venture investing * How Brendan’s early tech exit and institutional finance background informed his venture model * The challenges of real estate’s slow tech adoption, and which firms are actually driving change * Brendan’s view on the overhyped promise of proprietary data in the AI era * Why now may be the best time in a generation to launch a new real estate investment platform A valuable conversation for anyone exploring the future of real estate, venture capital, or building at the intersection of both. Links: Fifth Wall - https://www.fifthwall.com/ Brendan on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanfitzgeraldwallace/ Brandon on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsedloff/ Juniper Square - https://www.junipersquare.com/ Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:11) - Brendan's background and career (00:18:29) - The birth of Fifth Wall (00:24:18) - The real estate tech revolution (00:28:54) - Big wins and real estate technology adoption (00:31:09) - Challenges and mistakes in real estate tech adoption (00:33:16) - Incentives and barriers to technology adoption (00:38:09) - The future of real estate and technology (00:45:10) - Fifth Wall's investment strategy and market trends (00:47:58) - Advice for aspiring real estate tech entrepreneurs (00:57:20) - Conclusion and contact information
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    1 h y 2 m
  • Purpose-Built, Performance-Driven: The Student Housing Specialist Playbook - Patrick McBride - Co-Founder & Co-CEO - Coastal Ridge Real Estate

    Purpose-Built, Performance-Driven: The Student Housing Specialist Playbook - Patrick McBride - Co-Founder & Co-CEO - Coastal Ridge Real Estate
    Jun 20 2025
    In this episode of The Distribution, host Brandon Sedloff sits down with Patrick McBride, co-founder and co-CEO of Coastal Ridge, to explore the firm’s evolution from a small entrepreneurial venture to a vertically integrated investment platform managing $5 billion in gross AUM. McBride walks through the pivotal moments that shaped Coastal Ridge’s growth, including early partnerships with family offices, scaling with institutional joint ventures, and the recent transition to discretionary fund management. The conversation covers the strategic advantages of student housing, why vertical integration has been core to their model, and how Coastal Ridge's Midwest roots influence its culture and execution. They discuss: How Coastal Ridge began as a partnership between college friends and scaled through $400M in backing from family offices The firm's three-phase capital evolution: private capital, institutional JVs, and discretionary funds Why student housing complements multifamily and what’s driving double-digit rent growth in the sector What makes a great student housing investment and how Coastal Ridge adds value to 10–20-year-old properties How vertical integration enhances performance across living strategies and creates competitive advantages A valuable listen for investors, operators, and entrepreneurs seeking to understand how durable real estate businesses are built over time. Links: Coastal Ridge - https://www.coastalridge.com/ Patrick on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-r-mcbride/ Brandon on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsedloff/ Juniper Square - https://www.junipersquare.com/ Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:20) - Patrick McBride's career and background (00:02:01) - The origin story of Coastal Ridge (00:03:51) - Early challenges and key partnerships (00:06:35) - Evolution to institutional capital (00:13:02) - Current strategies and market insights (00:14:05) - Student housing sector deep dive (00:24:05) - Future vision and company culture (00:28:33) - Leadership and entrepreneurial advice (00:31:31) - Conclusion and closing remarks
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    35 m
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