Dr. Joshua Harris, CRE is Proclaimed a Pivotal Person in the Florida & the General Real Estate Arena by Pivotal Real Estate Investments' founder Ginny Bolling, SR/WA. In this podcast episode of Pivot to Prosperity, Ginny Bolling welcomes Joshua Harris, Executive Director of Fordham University’s Real Estate Institute, Partner in Lakemont Group and esteemed economist who has taught real estate at our own UCF and influenced many locally. This is what makes him deserving to be recognized as a Pivotal Person. Joshua shares his unique journey in real estate, from his early interests in construction to his current work as a real estate economist and development consultant. Joshua brings deep insights and an understanding of market dynamics, development, and the future of real estate.

Joshua discusses the importance of mixed-use developments, the potential of repurposing older retail centers, and the complexities of integrating affordable housing with the “Live Local” legislation. He also explains the increasing role of electric vehicle charging stations in new developments and the challenges with retrofitting older properties.

Finally, Joshua reflects on how the 2008 financial crisis shaped his career and offers a glimpse into his work as an expert witness in real estate cases. This episode is packed with essential knowledge for anyone interested in real estate economics, development trends, and the forces driving today’s market.

Joshua Harris is a real estate expert and Executive Director of the Fordham University Real Estate Institute in New York City, where he leads programs in real estate investment, development, and management. With a background that includes strategy roles for Skanska USA’s commercial development and consulting on large-scale projects, Harris is also experienced as an expert witness in property valuation and market analysis. His focus on public-private partnerships and sustainable development makes him an essential resource on real estate trends and affordable housing policy.


Connect with Joshua
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jharrisphd/
Fordham University’s Real Estate Institute: https://bit.ly/4eiW2eW

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