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The team at Industrious threw out the traditional design playbook and built something better from scratch.

Host Ozzie Nelson from NELSON Worldwide sits down with Michael Garcia and Rebecca Dale from Industrious, along with Sarah Gates, Associate Principal at NELSON Worldwide, to explore how they abandoned conventional delivery phases like schematic design and design development in favor of a collaborative approach that brings construction, engineering, and design teams together from day one. 

Their revolutionary process treats space types as products, uses iterative pricing to avoid costly redesigns, and prioritizes member experience while maintaining brand consistency across markets. By focusing on speed, quality, and cost as their guiding principles, they've created a delivery model that gets spaces to market faster and generates revenue sooner.

This strategic shift demonstrates how throwing out outdated processes can lead to breakthrough innovation. The result is a more responsive, efficient approach that's transforming how flexible workspace development works.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• workplace strategy
• flexible office design
• space types
• design and delivery
• speed to market
• iterative pricing
• member experience
• stakeholder collaboration
• scaling design
• acoustic quality
• daylight in offices
• real estate optimization
• team alignment
• post-pandemic workplace trends

Find out more about NELSON Worldwide: https://nelsonworldwide.com/

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Reshoring, rising power demands, and sustainable design are transforming the industrial real estate.

Tim Elam, Managing Director of Scannell Properties, joins Host Ozzie Nelson and Practice Strategy leader, Adam Bortz, to explore how developers are staying competitive through future-proofing, site versatility, and energy strategies. From shifting regulations and power availability to the rise of cold storage and manufacturing tenants, this conversation unpacks how to design adaptable buildings that meet evolving market needs.

Tim explains how developments like obtaining land approvals, utilizing new types of energy, and constructing data centers are transforming industrial buildings and how to prepare for the future.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Industrial real estate
• future proofing
• speculative development
• manufacturing facilities
• on-site power generation
• cold storage
• reshoring
• entitlement strategy
• data centers
• Foreign trade zones
• bonded warehouses
• adaptive reuse
• sustainability

Find out more about NELSON Worldwide: https://nelsonworldwide.com/

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Success comes from making smart moves, forming tight collaborations, and keeping tenants front and center.

In today’s episode, Eric Schlameuss and Joseph Schirripa join Ozzie Nelson to talk about how top office spaces can transition toward hotel-style vibes and flexible design. They unpack the hurdles of office-to-housing conversions and the hidden potential in underused “zombie buildings.”

Tune in to find out how you can decide whether to upgrade, repurpose, or walk away from aging office properties.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• office conversions
• aging properties
• residential transformation
• zombie buildings
• tenant experience
• market demand
• portfolio diversification
• marketing strategy
• amenity-rich assets
• building compliance
• tenant demand
• hospitality-style amenities

Find out more about Nelson Worldwide: https://nelsonworldwide.com/

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What if healthcare spaces could seamlessly evolve to meet the needs of both patients and staff?

Ozzie Nelson sits down with Haroula Norden, COO of Boca Raton Regional Hospital, and Cheryl Lauren Spigler, Senior Interior Designer at Nelson Worldwide, to explore how intentional design is shaping the future of healthcare. They discuss the growing demand for flexible, patient-centered spaces that enhance efficiency while maintaining a welcoming environment. From balancing innovation with budget constraints to incorporating sustainability and adaptability into healthcare facilities, this conversation uncovers the key strategies that drive smarter, more effective design solutions. With real-world examples, they highlight how thoughtful planning creates long-term value for healthcare systems and the communities they serve.

The discussion makes one thing clear—when healthcare spaces are designed with flexibility, efficiency, and patient experience in mind, they don’t just serve today’s needs, they prepare for the future. 🎙️✨

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Flexibility in healthcare design
• Future-proofing facilities
• Balancing innovation with budget constraints
• Community-centered design
• Operational efficiency
• Staff and patient experience
• Green building initiatives
• Trends in outpatient and freestanding clinics

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From leaking skylights to cutting-edge technology, courthouse design is changing in surprising new ways.

In this episode of Unlocking Value, host Ozzie chats with Judge Patti-Worthington and Brad Ewing about the challenges of courthouse architecture and the complexities of modernizing historic buildings.  They discuss how renovating the Monroe Courthouse meant finding the right balance between enhanced security and creating a more inviting space.

Tune in to hear why the future of justice is about more than just courtrooms and case files.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• courthouse design
• public spaces
• new technology 
• building for the future
• historic buildings
• public access
• public sector
• spacious design
• back to the office
• modernizing courthouses
• funding authority
• security and safety

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Smart design changes how we live, work, and connect while creating spaces that are not only practical but improve daily life. 

In this episode, Ozzie sits down with John Lewis of Nelson Worldwide and John Robertson of Greystar Development to talk about what makes a truly livable home.  They explore how trends like urban growth, changing tenant expectations, and smart design—think pet-friendly spaces, co-working areas, and tech upgrades—are the key to drawing in residents.

You’ll want to listen to this lively and insightful conversation that highlights why great design isn’t just nice to have—it’s vital. 

Topics discussed in this episode:

• multifamily market
• family homes
• pet friendly
• rentals
• must-have amenities
• real estate trends
• housing industry
• livable spaces
• sustainability in housing
• future proofing
• natural light
• fresh air renovation

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Ever wondered how a baseball team’s move reshaped an entire community? 🎙️.  

In the first episode of Unlocking Value with Ozzie Nelson, we dive into the game-changing move of the Atlanta Braves from Turner Field to Truist Park. Ozzie Nelson, CEO of Nelson Worldwide, teams up with Lamar Wakefield, mixed-use development guru, and Mike Plante, president of Braves Development Company, to unpack the strategy and vision behind this transformative project.

From Lamar’s expert tips on mixed-use development to Mike’s insider perspective on creating The Battery Atlanta, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories, challenges, and innovations. Learn how public-private partnerships and intentional design turned Truist Park into a model for success, drawing millions of fans and fostering community growth.

Whether you're a business leader, sports fan, or design enthusiast, this episode will inspire you to think big, plan smart, and unlock value in your projects. Don’t miss the kick-off to a series full of game-changing insights! ⚾✨

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Business strategy
• Large scale developments
• Truist Park
• Cobb County
• Atlanta Braves
• Turner Field
• Mixed use development
• Fan experience
• Construction challenges

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The Unlocking Value with Ozzie Nelson podcast provides listeners with a peek inside some of the brightest minds shaping the future of design, commercial real estate, and capital development.  

Hosted by John "Ozzie" Nelson Jr., a trailblazing entrepreneur and the driving force behind NELSON Worldwide's evolution into a design powerhouse, this podcast dives into how  

thoughtful and intentional design can unlock value for commercial and institutional real estate owners, developers, brands, and investors. Each episode dives deep into how strategic design choices can help unlock added value, enhance brand impact, improve operational performance, and create spaces that foster connection and productivity. 

Whether you own, develop, or manage a large real estate portfolio or are responsible for planning, designing, and building capital projects, "Unlocking Value with Ozzie Nelson" is your go-to resource for thinking strategically about how design choices can unlock better social and financial returns. Each episode features forward-thinking conversations that challenge the status quo, offering valuable insights into making smarter decisions that unlock long-term value for both businesses and communities.