SF Commercial Property Conversations

In this episode, Bruce sits down with Yindy Felkins, a powerhouse in construction and commercial real estate. Yindy shares her journey from Hong Kong to San Francisco, her 20-year career rising from intern to project executive and business owner, and her current mission to empower construction business owners through smart delegation and business coaching.
They dive deep into topics like:
The importance of having multiple exit strategies in real estate investing
How communication breakdowns derail construction projects
Why saying "yes" too often leads contractors into trouble
Her proudest project: a 172,000 sq. ft. green HQ built in Cupertino
Her bestselling book Master of Delegation and the impact it’s making
How coaching can help owners build sustainable, scalable companies without sacrificing family time
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In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Lisa Vomero-Inouye, a San Diego-based real estate expert with an engineering background and a strategic mindset. Lisa shares her unique journey from NASA intern and civil engineer to a highly respected residential Realtor, explaining how her data-driven approach has helped her carve a niche serving clients—especially engineers—through logic, structure, and trust.
Together, they unpack the latest trends in the San Diego housing market, including skyrocketing HOA fees, why homeowners aren’t selling, and what’s shifting the age of first-time buyers. Lisa explains how rising costs, aging populations, and economic uncertainty are reshaping the real estate landscape in Southern California.
 
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What’s really happening inside San Francisco’s commercial real estate market? Will Cassriel, a dynamic tenant rep broker with JLL, joins Bruce Bean to share a ground-level view of office leasing trends, sublease strategies, and why he’s bullish on SF's future.
Will walks us through his unique journey—from selling Cutco knives and training to be a yoga instructor, to grinding his way into his dream role at JLL. He shares what it takes to break into commercial real estate, his passion for helping high-growth startups find the right space, and how SF’s market is rebounding with surprising strength.
If you're curious about current lease rates, market dynamics, and why the retail scene is starting to buzz again downtown, this is the episode for you.
 
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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Mark Goldfinger, General Manager of Mindspace North America, to explore how the boutique flexible workspace provider is shaking up the global real estate landscape. From his early days at WeWork to leading the U.S. operations at Mindspace, Mark shares an insider’s look at what sets Mindspace apart in a crowded field of co-working solutions.
Mark discusses the company’s global footprint—including standout success in Germany and Romania—and reveals how Mindspace’s hospitality-first, highly customized approach to workspace is attracting everyone from startups to Fortune 100 companies. He explains the financial advantages of switching to flexible office solutions and how Mindspace is helping companies rethink commercial real estate post-pandemic.
You’ll also hear how AI is shaping their marketing strategies, why brokers are a critical part of their growth, and where Mark sees the next big opportunities across the U.S. Oh—and we wrap with the all-important sandwich question.
 
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What do engineering, Apple, and co-living startups have to do with real estate success? In this inspiring episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Naeem Farokhnia, founder of Redwood Crest, to explore his unlikely journey from Iran to Silicon Valley—and eventually to commercial real estate.
Naeem shares how his technical background, years at Apple, and relentless curiosity led him to co-living entrepreneurship in San Francisco, and ultimately to managing and acquiring multifamily properties through syndication. He breaks down the challenges of tenant laws, the risks of co-living in California, and the rewards of smart real estate investing in landlord-friendly states like Texas.
 
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Greg’s story is a masterclass in entrepreneurial grit, strategic development, and what it takes to grow a commercial real estate business in today’s market. From humble beginnings selling homes in college to leading complex retail and mixed-use projects, he shares a candid look at lessons learned, risks taken, and how he’s shaping Sacramento’s commercial property landscape.
What you'll hear:
How a summer job in Oregon led Greg into real estate
The early deals and stumbles that set the foundation for Capital Rivers
How he transitioned from corporate roles at JPMorgan Chase and Sleep Train into launching his own firm
What "merchant building" means and why it's been key to scaling his business
The story behind building hangars on airport land
How Capital Rivers is blending economic development, brokerage, and property management
Why collaboration and creativity are core to his client relationships
 
 
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In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Andrew Goodwin—architect, educator, and founder of Andrew Goodwin Designs (AGD)—to explore a life and career built on purpose-driven design. From growing up in Cincinnati to settling on California's Central Coast, Andrew shares the journey that shaped his approach to architecture, community building, and teaching.
Discover how Andrew’s experience with nonprofits like Big City Mountaineers helped him find his voice in architecture, why he left traditional practice to start his own firm, and how he now uses AI to innovate in design and business. From high-alpine mountaineering to leading civic and cultural projects, Andrew's story is one of vision, values, and meaningful impact.
 
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In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Evan Brandt, co-founder of VidTech, to explore how marketing, storytelling, and cutting-edge video technology are transforming the way commercial real estate (CRE) is presented and sold. Evan shares how his journey from a marketing and tech background led him into CRE, thanks to a connection through California Lutheran University. Today, he and his team produce compelling “Video OMs” — 90-second video offering memorandums — that help brokers, cities, developers, and even global tenants showcase real estate in a powerful and engaging way.
Bruce and Evan dive into the rise of short-form video, the unique value of drone and macro-to-micro storytelling, and why CRE video content is more essential than ever. From partnerships with platforms like Crexi to international property shoots, Evan explains why VidTech’s tailored, CRE-only approach gives clients a serious edge.
 
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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce Bean sits down with Parisa Shamlou, a Southern California residential real estate agent with a passion for personal connection and a drive to make her mark in a competitive market.
Parisa shares her journey from the Bay Area to Temecula, California—transitioning from a behind-the-scenes role in compliance and transaction coordination to full-time agent success. She reveals how old-school methods like door knocking and face-to-face networking continue to outperform digital ads and postcards.
Tune in to hear:
Parisa’s hands-on approach to launching her real estate career
How she leveraged her tech skills, training experience, and background in compliance
Why she believes personal interaction still beats digital marketing
Her predictions for the spring 2026 real estate market
Real talk on interest rates, buyer psychology, and market shifts in SoCal
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This episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean dives deep into the complex world of modernizing HVAC systems in large-scale commercial buildings with engineering veteran David Ellner. With over 45 years of experience, David shares how he acts as an owner’s representative, project manager, and commissioning agent—often all at once—to ensure outdated building systems get seamlessly upgraded for performance, efficiency, and sustainability.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why aging buildings (some over 60 years old) can benefit from modernization—even if they’re fully occupied
How modern HVAC retrofits are executed with minimal disruption
The surprising challenges of replacing rooftop units, including structural and visual code hurdles
How AI and smart controls are slowly transforming building system operations
The importance of having someone who can "translate" between engineers and building owners
What building owners often miss—and how David helps avoid costly mistakes
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