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Episode 2: CRE, Policy and Professional Leadership
In this episode of Behind the Building, Emilee Collins, CCIM sits down with longtime commercial real estate broker and CCIM designee Sledd Thomas of Sineath Real Estate Solutions. With decades of experience in both brokerage and legislative advocacy, Sledd shares powerful insight on why involvement in public policy matters deeply to every commercial real estate practitioner—and how it’s shaping our industry at every level.

Episode 1: Markets, Money, and CRE
In this episode, I’m joined by Devon Hawkins, Assistant Professor at Elon University and Founder of Elite Economic Advisors. Devon brings her sharp economic insight to the table, offering a clear and practical breakdown of how key economic indicators are influencing commercial real estate decisions—from inflation and interest rates to tariffs and the “Big Beautiful Bill.”
Welcome Serratore’s Pizza and Pasta
Local chef Josh Decarolis brings wood-fired pizza and fresh pasta to downtown Hillsborough with new restaurant, Serratore’s Pizza and Pasta.
Helping Entrepreneurs Elevate Through Property Ownership
Pickett Sprouse Commercial Real Estate Brokers Emilee Collins, CCIM and Matthew Morton sell Hillsborough property to entrepreneurs for small business growth

NC CCIMs Team Up to Earn Industry Award
Pickett Sprouse commercial real estate brokers Emilee Collins, CCIM and Mark O’Neal, CCIM team up to earn CoStar Power Broker Awards.

Emilee Collins Appointed to Local Boards
Emilee has been appointed to the Durham Tech Foundation Board of Directors and the Orange County Economic Development Advisory Board.

Commercial Real Estate Acquisition 101
Buying commercial real estate requires a solid foundation of informed decisions and demands diligence, expertise, and strategic planning.

What is Industrial Real Estate?
Industrial real estate plays a major role in driving economic growth, supporting industries, and facilitating the flow of goods and services.

Emilee Talks CRE on WHUP
Emilee Collins, CCIM, shares commercial real estate insights specific to Hillsborough and Orange County with WHUP Radio’s Mr. B.

Smart Checklist for Buying Vacant Land
Whether you’re a seasoned investor or a first-time buyer, follow these steps to ensure a wise commercial real estate land investment.

Triangle Region 2023 Growth Hotspots
Raleigh and Durham ranked 4th among the nation’s Fastest-Growing Cities in 2022, and the RTP is anticipated to experience significant growth.