Episode 114

People-First Leadership in Commercial Real Estate with Jeffrey Thompson

On today’s Performance Mindset show, Amy sits down with Jeffrey Thompson, VP of Asset Management at Agellan. With over 15 years of experience in commercial real estate, Jeffrey manages a portfolio of nearly 50 industrial assets, totaling approximately 6.5 million square feet across the United States. Throughout his career, he has touched retail, industrial, multifamily, and office sectors. Jeffrey is passionate about two things: commercial real estate and family. Married for 13 years, he is a proud dad of two. On X, he shares insights from the asset side of the business, building relationships in an industry that is often very closed off.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  1. How Jeffrey Thompson’s varied experience in real estate prepared him for his current role as an asset manager.
  2. The draw to asset management and why it sets you up to be a well-rounded real estate professional.
  3. Creating a public persona on social media and how it’s been beneficial to his professional life.
  4. Overcoming impostor syndrome and the importance of authenticity.
  5. Setting parameters for social media posts and choosing topics that add value.
  6. The biggest misconception about asset management.
  7. Treating real estate as a people business instead of a finance business.
  8. Trends Jeffrey is keeping an eye on and what concerns him in the market right now.
  9. Three people you should follow in the #ReTwit space on X.

Connect with Amy Calandrino here:

Beyond Commercial - beyondcommercial.com/amy-calandrino-ccim

Amy Calandrino - linktr.ee/amycalandrino

Connect with Jeffrey Thompson:

LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/thompsonjeff

Twitter/X - x.com/jeffdthompson

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Amy Calandrino

Amy Calandrino, SIOR, CCIM, is a Director at Cushman & Wakefield with deep experience representing small and mid-sized businesses, family enterprises, and private investors throughout Central Florida and beyond. She is known for being a thoughtful listener, a creative problem-solver, and a strategic advisor who helps clients make informed decisions that support both their business goals and long-term wealth creation.

With a career rooted in guiding entrepreneurs and families through pivotal real estate moments, Amy brings clarity, structure, and actionable strategy to every assignment. She has completed hundreds of transactions across office, flex, and retail properties, and clients rely on her strong command of market trends, valuations, and space needs particularly within Winter Park and Greater Orlando. Her experience is backed by the SIOR and CCIM designations, reflecting her commitment to expertise and excellence in the industry.

In addition to her advisory work, Amy is the author of From Perfect to Real: Ditch Perfection, Shift Your Mindset, and Thrive on Your Terms, where she shares her SPORT Success System® for high performance. She is also the host of The Performance Mindset Show, a podcast featuring candid conversations with leaders in business, real estate, and entrepreneurship.

Committed to strengthening her community, Amy co-founded the Calandrino Foundation with her husband, Phil, to equip youth with the skills and mindset needed for entrepreneurship and financial empowerment. She also serves on the Park Avenue District Board in Winter Park.

Amy lives in Central Florida with her family. Outside of work, she enjoys golf, running, and staying active with her two children. Her faith, family, and dedication to helping others grow continue to guide her both personally and professionally.