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Founder & CEO at Lagniappe Capital Partners

Learning moment for Founders/CEO's of real estate operating companies. Compelling milestone for Industrious. I remember the BOD meeting in 2017 when Jamie (founder/CEO) said we were testing management deals (think revenue share similar to hotel flags). Jamie/team were in growth mode and recognized two major constraints a. capital intensive business model b. longterm lease liabilities lead to high fixed charges during a recession. Initially the goal was 15%+ of future deals via mgmt deals and by the following year it was 80%+ of new deals. No one saw the COVID office recession coming... Jamie's conviction/leadership saved the business. @WeWork was grabbing all the headlines and raising billions at 80%+ higher investment metrics... Fast forward, Industrious is owned 40% by CBRE and continues to be in growth mode. Methodical growth in 65+ cities globally. Let's see how many more WeWork locations they take over. Key takeaways: 1. Validate unit economics, KPIs, and brand value propositions. 2. Embrace a capital-light model (when possible) through management deals, licensing, or franchising 3. Enhance ROE, strengthen balance sheets, and boost free cash flow with a strategic approach.

WeWork’s Former NYC Headquarters Taken Over by Coworking Rival

WeWork’s Former NYC Headquarters Taken Over by Coworking Rival

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