Tailwind Group’s Corporate Marketing Team is thrilled to release the fifth episode of Tailwind Talks, featuring an insightful conversation with Jon Fahning, Director of Development and Commercial Real Estate. Hosted by Brandon Smith, CEO, this episode dives into Jon’s journey, his team, and his expertise in managing Tailwind Group’s commercial real estate portfolio.
In this episode, Jon shares his career experiences, starting with a landscape architecture degree at Iowa State University to working in land development, golf course design, and leading large-scale international projects. He and Brandon also discuss Jon’s path to Tailwind and his eventual move to Minnesota.
Jon details his daily responsibilities managing over 700,000 square feet of commercial space and provides insights into his team’s work on planning, tenant acquisition, and key partnerships. He also touches on current challenges in the real estate industry, including COVID’s impact on supply chains, inflation, and shifting market trends.
You’ll also hear a special segment from David Hughes, Director of Information Technology, and Zach Kaufenberg, Senior Property Accountant. Zach shares his career journey, his role in accounting at Tailwind, and some fun stories from his first commercial flight!
Whether you’re an experienced investor, an ambitious professional, or simply intrigued about the world of real estate, our episodes promise to inform, inspire, and keep you eagerly anticipating what’s next for Tailwind Group.
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