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Building Knowledge

The Building & Realty Institute

Are you interested in what is happening in the building, realty and construction industries? Welcome to Building Knowledge, the podcast that covers key issues affecting these business communities. Powered by the BRI, the Building and Realty Institute, and hosted by associate executive director Jeff Hanley, this podcast will feature insight, innovation, and conversations, while providing a comprehensive overview of all that is happening in these fascinating sectors. We"ll raise some questions, find

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Episode 110: Outsourcing: The Secret to Cutting Costs...

Building Knowledge ·

2026/03/26

Episode 110 of “Building Knowledge” explores how outsourcing can help businesses operate more efficiently and cost-effectively. The episode features Lola Gazivoda, Founder and CEO of BOTA Consulting Group, which supports managing agents and other companies with back-office operations.During the conversation, Lola breaks down why businesses of all sizes—especially small firms—should consider outsourcing, while also addressing common misconceptions that often hold companies back. She provides insight

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Episode 109: Winter Weather, Middle East Tensions,...

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2026/03/10

“How This Winter’s Harsh Weather and Current Events in the Middle East Are Affecting Energy Costs” is the focus of this episode of Building Knowledge. Our guest is Tim Connors, Vice President of The Slattery Energy Consulting Group, returning to the podcast for his second appearance.During the conversation, Connors discusses how this winter’s unusually cold temperatures have driven up prices for natural gas and heating oil, and how repeated cold-weather events continue to expose pipeline and energy

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Episode 108: Protecting Your Workplace: ICE Visits &...

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2026/03/03

Episode 108 of Building Knowledge from the Building and Realty Institute delivers timely guidance for employers navigating today’s complex workplace challenges.Guest Matthew Persanis, Labor Counsel to The BRI and principal at Elefante and Persanis, LLP, breaks down what employers need to know if representatives from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrive at a worksite. The conversation covers the types of warrants employers may encounter, how to respond if officials refuse to leave,

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Episode 107: After the Freeze: Inspections, Repairs &...

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2026/02/25

Spring is around the corner — is your building ready?On this episode of Building Knowledge, we explore what owners and managers should assess as winter ends — and why preventative maintenance isn’t just seasonal, it’s year-round strategy.Our guest, Alexis Ferrara, Account Executive at Ferrara Management Group (FMG) and a member of the Advisory Council of Managing Agents (ACMA) of the Building & Realty Institute (BRI), makes her first appearance on the program.The conversation covers:Post-winter

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Episode 106: The Case for SEQRA Reform in New York

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2026/02/17

Episode 106 of Building Knowledge spotlights the work of “Unlock New York’s Future,” a coalition of more than 30 organizations representing housing, environmental, transit, community development, business, and civic interests across the state.The coalition recently issued a joint letter urging the New York State Legislature to modernize the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) as part of the FY 2026–27 budget.Our guest is Joshua Berman, Campaigns Manager for the Regional Plan Association

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Episode 105: Revenue Leadership Architecture Across...

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2026/02/11

This episode of Building Knowledge features a wide-ranging conversation on Revenue Leadership Architecture across real estate platforms with Robert Withers, President of M1 Capital Corporation and RBW Consulting.Robert is a nationally recognized analyst on issues impacting the finance and real estate sectors. His insights have been featured on NBC and CNN, and in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Journal News, Bisnow, Real Estate In-Depth (the official publication of the Hudson

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Episode 104: NY’s Lead Rental Registry Part 2:...

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2026/02/03

Is your multi-family property ready for the new state mandates?In Episode 104 of Building Knowledge, we welcome back Leslie Liberatore, Health Services Coordinator for the Westchester County Department of Health. Following her introductory session in Episode 85, Leslie returns to provide a comprehensive deep dive into the New York State Lead Rental Registry and what it means for property owners and managers today.As the state ramps up efforts for childhood lead poisoning prevention, staying

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Episode 103: Disaster Prevention 101: What Building...

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2026/01/27

In this episode of Building Knowledge, we take a hard look at how building owners and managers can prevent disasters before they happen. Our guest is Miguel Quintanilla, Principal of Collado Engineering and a frequent contributor to the podcast.Miguel analyzes recent and past tragedies—including a deadly New Year’s Eve fire at a Swiss ski resort and the Station Nightclub fire—to identify critical life-safety warning signs and recurring failures. The discussion highlights the most important lessons

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Episode 102: Economic Crossroads: Rates, Recession...

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2026/01/22

What’s happening with the U.S. economy—and what could be ahead as we move toward 2026? Episode 102 of Building Knowledge features the return of renowned economic analyst Dr. Robert Goodman for a timely, wide-ranging discussion.A former Partner and Chief Economist at Putnam Investments, with past roles at J. & W. Seligman & Co., Citibank, and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Dr. Goodman is also well known from frequent appearances on CNN and CNBC’s Squawk Box. A longtime contributor to

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Episode 101 | 80 Years Strong: BRI Leadership on...

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2026/01/13

Episode 101 of Building Knowledge with the Building and Realty Institute (BRI) features a timely conversation with the BRI’s 2026 Leadership Team: Michael Murphy, President; Stacey Tompkins, Secretary; and Christine McCabe, Treasurer.As the BRI prepares to celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2026, the episode looks back at the organization’s evolution and ahead to its priorities for the year to come. Michael Murphy shares why BRI membership matters for today’s building, realty, and construction

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Episode 100: The State of Building in New York: A...

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2025/12/31

In this episode of Building Knowledge, we sit down with Michael Fazio, Executive Director of the New York State Builders Association (NYSBA), to review the key issues shaping the building and construction industry as 2025 comes to a close.Michael shares insights on the significant victory NYSBA achieved in its legal challenge to New York State’s All-Electric Code Amendments, ongoing obstacles to housing production, and strategies the association is pursuing to address the state’s housing crisis. He

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Episode 99: Housing Scorecards & Smart Growth: Inside...

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2025/12/30

In Episode 99 of Building Knowledge, we take a deep dive into Welcome Home Westchester’s newly released Municipal Housing Policy Scorecards—and what they mean for the future of housing across Westchester County.Joining us once again is Sarah Tavares, Campaign Organizer for Welcome Home Westchester, returning to the podcast after her previous appearance on Episode 84. Sarah breaks down the December 12th scorecard release, which evaluates housing policies across all 43 cities, towns, and villages in

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Episode 98: Winter Security Essentials for Building...

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2025/12/23

As winter approaches, keeping your property secure becomes more important than ever. In Episode 98 of Building Knowledge, we sit down with Thad McKeown, Director of Sales at Integrated Protection Services in Darien, Conn., and our go-to expert on security trends and products.Thad shares critical insights for building owners, managers, and homeowners, covering:Key security considerations for residential and commercial properties this winterUpdates on essential security products for multi-family

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Episode 97: What’s Driving the Hudson Valley Housing...

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2025/12/17

Episode 97 of Building Knowledge takes a deep dive into the Hudson Valley’s real estate sales markets with special guest Vlora Sejdi, President of the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors (HGAR), marking her first appearance on the podcast.Vlora breaks down what the latest OneKey Multiple Listing Service data reveals about sales activity, pricing, and market conditions across Westchester, Putnam, Rockland, Orange, and Sullivan counties, as well as the Bronx, spanning single-family homes, co-ops,

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Episode 96: Twelve Years of Service: A Farewell...

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2025/12/09

This episode of Building Knowledge—recorded live at the BRI’s November 20, 2025 General Membership Meeting—features a special conversation with Westchester County Legislators Benjamin Boykin II and Catherine Parker as they complete their twelfth and final year on the Board of Legislators.They reflect on the biggest wins and toughest challenges in their districts, the accomplishments they’re most proud of, and how key issues—from environmental sustainability to Affordable and Workforce Housing—have

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Episode 95: Behind the Scenes at Westchester’s...

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2025/12/02

In this episode of Building Knowledge, we sit down with George Asante, the inaugural Director of Westchester County’s new Office of Housing Counsel, for his first-ever appearance on the show. He walks us through why the county created the office, how he stepped into the role, and what services it now offers tenants and landlords navigating today’s challenging housing landscape.We explore how residents can get help, how the office partners with service providers to deliver support, and George’s take

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Episode 94: Restoration 101 -- What Really Happens...

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2025/11/25

In this episode of Building Knowledge, we take a deep dive into what really happens when disaster hits a home or building. Joining us are Jeff Stillman and Mitch Berliner, Co-Owners of Rainbow Restoration of Westchester. While it’s Jeff’s first time on the show, Mitch is no stranger to our audience — he was a regular voice back in our WVOX days from 2017 to 2023.Together, they walk us through the critical steps of modern restoration work: how Rainbow Restoration responds to fires in both multifamily

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Episode 93: Unwrapping Holiday Marketing—and What...

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2025/11/18

In this episode of Building Knowledge, we dive into smart, strategic advertising for the 2025 holiday season—and how businesses can tee up strong marketing plans for 2026. Our guest is the always-insightful Michael Dardano, principal of The Buzz Potential in Tuckahoe and a longtime friend of the program.Michael breaks down what companies should prioritize as they shape their holiday campaigns, from sharpening social media strategy across Facebook, Instagram, X, and beyond, to deciding when

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Episode 92: Building Together — The Rise of Hudson...

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2025/11/11

The Hudson Valley Women in Construction group has quickly become one of the Building and Realty Institute’s most dynamic and fast-growing affiliates. In this episode, hosts sit down with two of its leaders — Stacey Tompkins and Jane Anne Cavallaro — to discuss how the group was formed, what drives its mission, and how it’s empowering women across all sectors of the building and construction industry.Stacey and Jane Anne share insights on the group’s meetings, the businesses it attracts, and the

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Episode 91: Weatherproof Your Property: Expert Tips...

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2025/11/04

As the temperatures drop, it’s the perfect time to tackle essential maintenance projects that protect—and even enhance—the value of your property.In this episode of Building Knowledge, we welcome Mitch Berliner, Owner and President of CertaPro Painters of Westchester and Southern Connecticut, and Eric Lester, Residential Account Manager for CertaPro Painters, for a timely discussion on fall maintenance and painting best practices.Our guests share expert insights on:How to prepare multi-family,

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