Willy was joined by Michael Nierenberg, Chief Executive Officer of Rithm Capital, a diversified global asset manager with a growing footprint across private credit and real estate assets.

Together, they discussed the evolution of Rithm Capital into a scaled asset management platform, the health of the U.S. consumer and asset-based lending markets, housing trends across single-family and multifamily, strategic shifts in the banking industry, and the macro outlook, including AI investment and today’s market risks.

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Willy was joined by behavioral scientist and New York Times bestselling author Jon Levy, whose groundbreaking work on trust, leadership, and the AI-enabled workplace has reshaped how top organizations build high-performing teams.

Together, they unpacked key concepts from his newest book Team Intelligence, exploring how leaders cultivate trust and collaboration, why some teams consistently outperform others, how AI can enhance collective performance, and the leadership habits that unlock sustained success in today’s complex work environment.

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Willy was joined once again by Dr. Peter Linneman for The Most Insightful Hour in CRE, from the stage at IREI’s VIP Americas Conference.

Together, they unpacked the forces shaping today’s market, including employment trends, inflation, rent growth, housing affordability and supply, AI’s impact on jobs, and Peter’s predictions for rate cuts, oil prices, tariffs, and more.

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Willy was joined once again by one of the most respected voices in the industry, Walker & Dunlop’s Hall of Fame housing market analyst and executive vice president and co-founder of Zelman, Ivy Zelman. Willy and Ivy unpacked the latest developments shaping housing today, including outcomes from the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, the move to pull institutional capital from single-family homes, the impact of immigration on the labor market, AI’s growing impact on the industry, Ivy’s macro outlook, how different markets are performing, and much more.

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Willy was joined by David Ignatius, renowned American journalist, associate editor and columnist at The Washington Post, and bestselling novelist. With decades of experience covering global intelligence, diplomacy, and conflict, David brings a rare insider’s perspective on the dynamics shaping U.S. foreign policy.

Together, he and Willy examined ongoing international conflicts, how the U.S. is faring from a geopolitical standpoint, the global effects of the current administration, outcomes to expect over the next year, and David’s pulse on worldwide power shifts.

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Kicking off the new year, Willy was joined by Carolyn Dewar, founder and global co-leader of McKinsey & Company’s CEO Practice and co-author of the New York Times bestseller, A CEO for All Seasons. Drawing on decades of experience advising the world’s top CEOs, Carolyn shared practical insights applicable at every stage of a career - from the mindsets that distinguish top performers to the importance of making bold moves with speed and conviction.

Together, she and Willy explored how leaders can avoid complacency, reframe their thinking to unlock latent potential, use AI as a thought partner, and set a strategic vision for the future amid ongoing uncertainty. 

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On a special, in-person Walker Webcast, Willy sat down with Jeffrey Soffer, Chairman and CEO of Fontainebleau Development and one of the most influential figures in luxury real estate and hospitality.

They discussed the evolution of the Fontainebleau brand, Jeffrey’s career path, how design and development are reshaping luxury living, the Las Vegas and Miami markets, what’s ahead for high-end hospitality, and much more.

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This special compilation episode features twelve of the extraordinary executives who have joined Willy to share the clarity, values, and courage required to lead in today’s world.

These leaders represent global institutions, trailblazing startups, and culture-shaping organizations. From resilience under pressure to reinvention through uncertainty, their insights show what it truly means to grow, adapt, and lead at the highest level.

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On a special, in-person episode of the Walker Webcast, Willy was joined by Jonathan F.P.  Rose, Founder & President of Jonathan Rose Companies, and Scott J. Alter, Principal & Co-Founder of Standard Communities. They took to the stage at AHF Live in Chicago to tackle some of the hottest topics facing affordable housing. 

They explored market dynamics, growth drivers behind their businesses, the maturation of the affordable housing industry, the integration of federal and local funding, the social dimension of affordable housing communities, and how the sector is attracting capital. They also discussed the establishment of the Nathan D. Taft Award for Leadership & Character in Affordable Housing, which was announced at AHF Live.

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On this Walker Webcast, Willy sat down with Chris Nassetta, President & CEO of Hilton, to discuss his experience running one of the world’s most iconic hospitality companies.

They explored Chris’ entry into the hospitality business, how to lead through complexity, strategies for building resilience, the tough decision to relocate the Hilton headquarters, the integration of AI in the industry, why Airbnb is helping rather than harming the business, Hilton’s distinct branding model, and much more.

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On a special episode of the Walker Webcast, Willy sat down with his father, Mallory Walker, Former Chairman and CEO of Walker & Dunlop, at the UVA Real Estate Conference.

Together, they discussed the origins and early years of Walker & Dunlop, how the company evolved under Willy’s leadership, Mallory’s experience earning his degree at UVA 40 years after attending undergrad, advice for people entering into a family business, lessons that have defined Walker & Dunlop’s success, and much more.

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