Marianne O'Leary | Reflections, Insights & Advice

Richard Costello connects with Marianne O'Leary

Marianne O’Leary is a highly accomplished real estate executive with a diverse career spanning three decades.  In the world of office, multi-residential, and retail properties, Marianne built her reputation for getting things done efficiently.  She is known as being a tenacious and effective negotiator who wins people over with her innovative approaches to the most complex challenges. 

In this episode, Marianne shares her passion, knowledge and insights and speaks to the following:

• How her real estate career began by chance
• Taking proactive steps to stay informed and on-top of your game
• Why mixed use is her favourite asset class
• Taking Allied public - what was involved in this process and what are the pros and cons of such an approach
• Reflecting on Covid-19 and current real estate valuations
• Leadership style - how to get to the most out of people
• Advice for anyone stepping up to a management role
• What organizations are missing out on by not maximizing the talents of both genders at the leadership table
• How technology has impacted the industry
• Tips and tools for managing work flow
• Looking ahead and setting goals for the future
• Advice for anyone starting out
• Finding balance and reenergizing