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Leading Voices in Real EstateAuthor: Matt Slepin
The Leading Voices in Real Estate podcast series interviews some of the most successful, interesting, entrepreneurial people who shape our cities and the built environment. Host Matt Slepin gets to the personal side not often heard from these legends and visionaries, their career stories and advice, and their role in creating vibrant communities with character, beauty, and a high quality of life. Language: en Genres: Business, Careers, Places & Travel, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Justin Pattner | KKR
Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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.







