About this episode
Matt Slepin interviews Justin Pattner from KKR about the current real estate investment landscape and leadership insights.
In this episode of Leading Voices in Real Estate, host Matt Slepin sits down with Justin Pattner, Head of Real Estate Equity, Americas at KKR, for a wide-ranging conversation recorded on February 26. The discussion explores the major forces shaping today’s real estate investment landscape, including global capital flows, the evolution of REITs in comparison to private equity and traditional real estate investment managers, and the role of operating platforms versus partnerships with external operators. Matt also shares his perspective as both a recruiter and interviewer, emphasizing that the most authentic insights into leadership often emerge not from scripted responses, but from the open space within longer, more candid conversations. Through this lens, his discussion with Justin moves fluidly across KKR’s real estate strategy, the firm’s investment approach, how it differentiates itself in the market, and Justin’s role within the broader platform. The episode blends industry expertise with a thoughtful exploration of leadership, culture, and the passion that drives professionals across the real estate sector.
People in this episode
Host: Matt Slepin
Guest: Justin Pattner
Topics covered
- real estate investment
- global capital flows
- REITs
- private equity
- leadership
- operating platforms
Keywords
- real estate
- investment strategy
- KKR
- leadership
- REITs
- private equity
- operating platforms
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: KKR
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