From Deals to Data: How Leading Brokers Are Embracing Emerging Technology
Podcast
The Crexi Team
February 26, 2025
This episode explores how technology is transforming the CRE deal process and much more with Adam Palmer (SIOR, CCIM), Principal and Managing Director at LQ Commercial.
The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with some of the top CRE professionals in the space. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate.
In this episode, Yannis Papadakis interviews Adam as he shares his journey from software engineer to leader in commercial real estate, his unique insights on relationship building from his hospitality background, and lessons learned in transitioning from technology to real estate. They discuss Adam's perspective on the role of AI and technology in the industry, as well as practical advice for young brokers and seasoned professionals alike. Adam emphasizes the importance of hustle, client relationships, and staying nimble in a rapidly evolving market.
- Introduction to The Crexi Podcast
- Guest Introduction: Adam Palmer's Background
- Career Journey: From Hospitality to Tech to Real Estate
- Lessons Learned and Career Advice
- The Role of Technology in Commercial Real Estate
- Market Insights and Strategic Recommendations
- Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Remarks
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About Adam Palmer:
Adam Palmer’s early professional experience began not in commercial real estate but instead, as a software engineer where he built field applications and databases for some of this country’s largest police and fire departments. It was only thereafter that Palmer’s focus switched over to Commercial Real Estate, where he has built a book of business that includes Fortune 500 companies and well-known institutional investors.
He is widely recognized as a leader within the industry and around the community. Perhaps most notably, Palmer is the Global President-Elect of the CCIM Institute and has received dozens of industry awards. Adam also holds the SIOR Designation and is 1 of less than 200 Dual Specialists in the world after being recognized for his transactional volume in the Office and Industrial sectors.
He is a past Executive Committee member of Florida Realtors, past President of the Commercial Investment Professionals, At-Large Board Member with the Horizon Council and regularly contributes to various philanthropic and charitable efforts.
If that’s not enough, he can also often be found contributing to the courts as an Expert Witness or speaking at various Real Estate Events, Business Functions and Universities. He has been covered by National media outlets such as FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC, CNN, CNBC, Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal, and others.
About Crexi’s Commercial Real Estate Podcast:
Crexi’s commercial real estate podcast features conversations across all aspects of commercial real estate with industry leading investors, developers, brokers, and professionals. Among the top 5% of commercial real estate podcasts, The Crexi Podcast sits down with industry experts to investigate trends, educate listeners, and uncover the latest happenings and news in the world of commercial real estate. To listen to all episodes for free, check out The Crexi Podcast's full library here.
Crexi is transforming commercial real estate with advanced, integrative technology and data analytics designed to accelerate every CRE stakeholder’s success. From trading properties to machine-learning-powered industry Intelligence, Crexi’s intuitive CRE solutions accelerate transaction velocity and have empowered over 3 million active monthly users to close more than $615 billion in deals and market over $7 trillion in property value.
