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General Manager of the Bellyard Hotel in West Midtown Brendan Abraham joins co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick in the studio to discuss the opening of the hotel in West Midtown on the Around Atlanta segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. As the inaugural hotel of West Midtown, Abraham shares how the hotel pays tribute to the area’s history and incorporates its legacy into the design and amenities. With over a decade of experience in the hotel industry, Abraham spent most of his career in Pittsburgh working with Sage Hospitality before stepping into his role at the Bellyard Hotel. He was involved in several hotel openings including The Darcy in Washington, D.C., The Westin Cleveland and The Logan in Philadelphia. Abraham has resided in Atlanta for almost two years, and he is excited to be part of this new project. “This project was exceptionally unique to me due to the design aspect that pays homage to West Midtown that ties in the entire story of why this property was built,” said Abraham. Locat

Senior Vice President of Kaufman Capital Partners Garry Sobel is featured on the All About Real Estate segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Radio podcast talking about the revitalization of Friday’s Plaza. Sobel chats with co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick and shares the real estate firm’s collaborative investment process and its up-and-coming exciting collaboration project at The Village at Tilly Mill Crossing. Originally from New York, Sobel’s career has centered around investments, risk management and changing market cycles. Sobel began his career as a CPA, and later transitioned to commercial real estate. For the past 30 years, Sobel has founded and owned a variety of real estate. In 2013, Sobel joined Greg Kaufman at Kaufman Capital Partners where he works on acquisition, development and management among other functions. Founded in 1994, Kaufman Capital Partners is a real estate development firm that focuses on joint ventures and property investment projects. In Sobel’s current role, his focus is ma

President of Peachtree Residential Alec Rickenbaker joins co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick for this week’s edition of the All About Real Estate segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast. Tune in to hear the trio discuss Peachtree Residential’s unique communities filled with urban farmhouse-style homes. An Atlanta native, Rickenbaker has worked in the area as a home builder and landscape architect. With over 30 years in the housing market, Peachtree Residential builds luxury homes throughout Atlanta and Charlotte. Notably called “the builder who listens,” the home building company prides itself on offering a wide array of personalization options to new homeowners. Peachtree Residential provides a design center where homeowners can choose from a variety of selections to customize different features within their new home. “With move-up buyers, they’ve obviously owned houses before and have learned a lot about what they want and what they don’t want. With our pretty wide array of plans and opt

Former artistic director at Dad’s Garage for 10 years, Film Producer Kevin Gillese with New Comedy Project is now exploring the nuances of holiday gatherings through independent films. Gillese is in the studio today for the Around Atlanta segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to talk about the independent adult comedy film “How To Ruin The Holidays.” Take a listen to learn more about the film and how it balances family, inclusion and developmental disabilities. The script was first inspired by Gillese’s family after he moved from Canada to Atlanta. It then grew into something bigger after the team partnered with the Spotlight program, which provides opportunities for actors with special needs at the MJCCA in Atlanta, to create the short film “That Was Awesome!” in 2017. Here, Gillese met many talented actors that now star in “How To Ruin The Holidays.” “It is important for me to take things that I care about and use humor to peddle it to the masses,” said Gillese. The film uses adult humor t

On this week’s All About Real Estate segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast, co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick are joined by Chris Wegener, sales executive of Graydon Buckhead, Atlanta’s premier luxury high rise. The group discusses Graydon Buckhead’s dedication to delivering the ultimate residential experience along with the company’s remaining timeline. Graydon Buckhead broke ground in 2020 with the expectation to complete construction on the 22-floor luxury high rise in mid-2022. Graydon Buckhead now expects to complete months ahead of schedule in February 2022 with development lead by Kolter Urban, a Florida-based development company. The condos promise residents a lavish lifestyle in the heart of the city. Located at 2520 Peachtree Rd., the condos are central to shopping, dining, places of worship and parks. Read more about local attractions and Buckhead here. Wegener works with Graydon Buckhead as a sales executive to help residents find their dream home. As an Atlanta native, he

Dreams of Lois Founder Ivory Cloud is studio today for the Around Atlanta segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to talk about how dreams really do come true when a helping hand reaches out. Joined by co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick, the Cloud talks about the importance of community, family and mentorship. Dreams of Lois is a family nonprofit established over 10 years ago in honor of Cloud’s mother who died of breast cancer. The organization’s emphasis on family and connection was first inspired by Cloud’s mother who left this world full of dreams and aspirations. Cloud honors her memory by working with her community and other underrepresented minorities in and around Fayette County to continue paying it forward. “I just want to continue to serve and grow and help people,” said Cloud. The nonprofit first began with a vision to educate and mentor young girls and women who have lost their mothers. Dreams of Lois now mentors anyone in need since everyone needs support because no one knows

New American Funding CEO Rick Arvielo is today’s guest on the All About Atlanta Real Estate segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast. Hosted by Carol Morgan and Todd Schick, take a listen to learn more about New American Funding’s leadership style and company culture. New American Funding is a top national mortgage provider dedicated to serving underrepresented demographics and helping families and individuals improve their quality of living. Founded 17 years ago by Rick and Patty Arvielo, the company leads the pack regarding “serving the underserved” with a focus on Latino and African American homeowners. The company achieves this mission through various programs. According to www.newamericanfunding.com, the company created the New American Dream in 2016 to raise awareness and increase homeownership in Black communities by building consumer confidence. (Learn more about this initiative in this Radio Interview with Kim Arrington.) New American Funding’s transformative work culture is what make

Concrete Roots Group is pioneering downtown Atlanta’s sustainable housing trend. One of the first companies to build shipping container homes in the area, co-founders Josh Booth and Courtney Booth are today’s guests on the All About Atlanta Real Estate segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast. Hosted by Carol Morgan and Todd Schick, take a listen to learn more about Concrete Roots Group’s ongoing projects and future plans. Concrete Roots Group provides custom homes, shipping container units and custom renovations. The company first started building sustainable housing after Josh was inspired by a tiny house community. After some consideration, the co-founders decided to construct the units as they do today. A smart move due to the low cost and ability to recycle shipping containers, the company delivers affordable living accommodations to the Atlanta community. “What we believe sets us apart is promoting homeownership, affordability and creating opportunity through the construction of these hom

Sustainable living is no longer a forgotten dream, especially in Atlanta’s booming real-estate market. Builders like Evo Group Holdings strive to deliver beautiful and sustainable housing to the Atlanta area utilizing shipping containers. CEO and Director of Real Estate Majesty Gayle and Chief Marketing Officer Elize’ Gayle are today’s guests on the All About Atlanta Real Estate segment of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast. Joined by co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schick, take a listen to learn more about Evo Group Holdings and their unique home creations. Evo Group Holdings focuses on building sustainable developments using shipping containers. The company is committed to flipping neglected properties and turning them into something beautiful. Majesty Gayle explains how the company achieves this goal through a variety of ways like the company's nonfit, PUSH Ministry, and the Evo Opportunity Fund. Evo Haven is the project name for the company’s recyclable shipping containers which are converted to mod

After publishing his second novel “Secret Atlanta: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful and Obscure,” author Jonah McDonald became known for exposing Atlanta’s best-kept secrets. An adventure guide, author, TV host, storyteller and Dekalb County Park Ranger, McDonald’s avid curiosity brings him into the studio today for the Around Atlanta segment of the Atlanta Real […] The post Secret Atlanta is a Guide to Atlanta’s Secret Gems appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

Balancing modern and classic interior design techniques is all in a day’s work for President and CEO of Crosby Design Group, Jennifer Crosby. Today’s guest on the All About Atlanta Real Estate segment of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio talks about the company’s current and upcoming projects along with her personal and professional engagement with […] The post Jennifer Crosby Talks About Balancing Modern and Classic Design appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

Certified Farm Market Coordinator for Farm Bureau Georgia Kelly Henry is in the studio for the Around Atlanta segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to share the various programs they offer and talk about the Farm Passport and the Certified Farm Market program, as well as Kelly’s best tips for visiting Georgia […] The post Farm Bureau Georgia Connects Consumers to the Agricultural Community appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

President of Corporate Environments Jay Weiland talks about how office spaces have been impacted by the pandemic on today’s All About Real Estate segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast. Take a listen to learn the ways Corporate Environments meets changing customer expectations to provide functional and safe office workspaces. Jay also discusses […] The post Corporate Environments Develops Safe and Functional Workspaces appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

CEO of Catvocate Lynne Fouraker is in the studio today for the Around Atlanta segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast. Take a listen to learn why her organization is the cat’s meow as Lynne shares the work she does to advocate for at-risk felines with co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick. Other […] The post Catvocate Provides Services to At-Risk Cats in Georgia appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

President and CEO of First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS) Jeremy Crawford is in the studio today for today’s All About Real Estate segment of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast. Tune in to find out what not to do during a virtual continuing education (CE) class as Jeremy shares all sorts of interesting stories […] The post FMLS Provides Virtual Training, New Services and Market Analysis appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

42 West, started in 2021, was created by event planner Lauren Pelissier and former Atlanta Hawks player Kevin Willis who partnered to establish a new event venue in West Midtown Atlanta. Willis found a unique space within a barren Atlanta warehouse and collaborated with Pelissier to turn the building into an upscale, stylish venue to […] The post 42 West: A Transformative Event Space appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

President of Sales and Marketing for Liberty Communities Lurae Davis is in the studio today for today’s All About Real Estate segment of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Joined by co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick, the group discusses the builder’s upcoming projects and available communities. “Our purpose is to be able to build new […] The post Liberty Communities: A Palette for Homeowners to be the Artist appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

President and CEO of the Atlanta History Center Sheffield Hale is in the studio for today’s Around Atlanta segment of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Joined by co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick, the group discusses the exhibits and amenities offered to preserve and study Atlanta history. Hale has a background in law and practiced […] The post Explore Atlanta Stories and Culture at the Atlanta History Center appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

Director of Operations at SQ4D Kirk Andersen is in the studio for today’s All About Real Estate segment of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Introduced as, “the coolest guy in construction” by co-host Carol Morgan this promises to be a fun episode focused on 3D printed homes and the innovation that Kirk is bringing to […] The post 3D Printing Methods for Faster Construction and Lower Building Costs appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

Director of Sales at Eastwood Homes Joan McGinn is in the studio for today’s Around Atlanta segment of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Joined by co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick, the group discusses the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association’s (HBA) 2021 Atlanta Parade of Homes. McGinn has been in the real estate and new […] The post Get Ready to Attend the 2021 Atlanta Parade of Homes appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.