Laura Valean is an Executive Editor with Commercial Property Executive and Multi-Housing News. She has a 12-year background in broadcast media and joined the CPE-MHN team in 2016. Laura writes and edits in-depth stories on the hottest topics in the real estate industry, but she is also the host of award-winning podcast shows for both brands. Laura holds a B.A. in Journalism and an M.A. in Media Management.

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Mission Success: Meet Post Brothers’ Quarterback

MHN’s Laura Valean talks with Jackie Kluger about fearless leadership, billion-dollar deals and the mindset that keeps her moving forward.

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Mission Success: The Barrier for Women in Proptech Isn’t Capability—It’s Access

Alfred’s Jessica Beck speaks with MHN’s Laura Valean on how greater financial backing and opportunity can boost women’s leadership in multifamily tech.

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NAA Insights: Multifamily Metrics That Matter Now

NAA’s George Ratiu takes the pulse of what’s driving today’s market in this podcast episode hosted by MHN’s Laura Valean.

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Mission Success: Multifamily Remains Compelling, Says Finance Exec

Renting is still more cost-effective than owning, the latest Newmark research finds. Sharon Karaffa shares details in this episode with MHN’s Laura Valean.

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Check Out MHCs for Consistent, Long-Term Returns, Says Greysteel SVP

California is a critical market for growth, according to Cody Cannon, an industry veteran who recently joined the firm.

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Mission Success: Here’s How Easy It Is to Do Good

Roughly $473 billion worth of food is thrown away in the U.S. every year. Bridget Foley with Move for Hunger tells MHN’s Laura Valean what you can do to fight waste and feed the hungry.

Mission Success: Why Manufactured Housing’s Appeal Will Only Grow

It’s core, it’s durable and it will play a leading role in the next era of real estate investing, Crow Holdings’ Kristin Millington told MHN’s Laura Calugar.

Mission Success: HR’s Strategic Role in Shaping Company Culture

MidPen Housing’s Amy Steadman on creative problem-solving, meaningful connections, fresh perspectives and… laughter.

NAA Insights: Professionalizing the Rental Housing Industry

Tune in to hear all about the association’s career mapping tool! NAA’s Tiana Heath is the guest of MHN podcast host Laura Calugar.

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Mission Success: Getting Ahead in South Florida’s Hot Multifamily Scene

Related Group’s Jessica Melendez discusses development trends in this highly competitive market with MHN’s Laura Calugar.