The TWM Real Estate Podcast en TWM 2023 The TWM Real Estate Podcast, hosted and produced by TWM, is a podcast that looks into all the various influences of the property market to see what is happening and what trends are emerging. It also features guest conversations that provide an insight into the thinking of various stakeholders, investors, developers and end users - the influencers within the real estate market itself. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/f58c7f5e-efe8-11ed-a4d8-3b3a0e7b5625/image/THE_REAL_ESTATE_PODCAST__1600___1600px_.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The TWM Real Estate Podcast episodic TWM The TWM Real Estate Podcast, hosted and produced by TWM, is a podcast that looks into all the various influences of the property market to see what is happening and what trends are emerging. It also features guest conversations that provide an insight into the thinking of various stakeholders, investors, developers and end users - the influencers within the real estate market itself. The TWM Real Estate Podcast, hosted and produced by TWM, is a podcast that looks into all the various influences of the property market to see what is happening and what trends are emerging. It also features guest conversations that provide an insight into the thinking of various stakeholders, investors, developers and end users - the influencers within the real estate market itself.

]]> TWM marisa@headstuff.org Episode 27: Dublin Port – A critical element of Ireland’s Infrastructure In this Episode, Seán O'Neill and Willie Norse chat with Cormac Kennedy, Head of Commercial & Programme Management at Dublin Port. The discussion delves into how the port operates, why it serves as both a critical component of and a bellwether for the economy, the effects of recent economic and geopolitical crises, and what the future may hold! Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full TWM In this Episode, Seán O'Neill and Willie Norse chat with Cormac Kennedy, Head of Commercial & Programme Management at Dublin Port. The discussion delves into how the port operates, why it serves as both a critical component of and a bellwether for the economy, the effects of recent economic and geopolitical crises, and what the future may hold! In this Episode, Seán O'Neill and Willie Norse chat with Cormac Kennedy, Head of Commercial & Programme Management at Dublin Port. The discussion delves into how the port operates, why it serves as both a critical component of and a bellwether for the economy, the effects of recent economic and geopolitical crises, and what the future may hold!

]]> 2455 Episode 26: Feedback from MIPIM and the impact of recent geopolitical events In this Episode, which was recorded on March 13th, Seán O'Neill explores real estate sentiment emerging from MIPIM with TWM Director, Michele Jackson, who had just returned from the conference. The discussion also examines the impact of recent geopolitical developments on Ireland with Independent Economist Stephen Walsh. Is Ireland still an attractive investment destination and what are the real estate sectors to watch? Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:10:00 -0000 full TWM In this Episode, which was recorded on March 13th, Seán O'Neill explores real estate sentiment emerging from MIPIM with TWM Director, Michele Jackson, who had just returned from the conference. The discussion also examines the impact of recent geopolitical developments on Ireland with Independent Economist Stephen Walsh. Is Ireland still an attractive investment destination and what are the real estate sectors to watch? In this Episode, which was recorded on March 13th, Seán O'Neill explores real estate sentiment emerging from MIPIM with TWM Director, Michele Jackson, who had just returned from the conference.

The discussion also examines the impact of recent geopolitical developments on Ireland with Independent Economist Stephen Walsh. Is Ireland still an attractive investment destination and what are the real estate sectors to watch?

]]> 2101 Episode 25: ORS acquisition of TWM Seán O’Neill, Michele Jackson and Willie Norse, MD of TWM, welcome ORS MD, John Brennan, to the podcast to discuss the ORS business, including their culture and plans. Following the recent acquisition of TWM by ORS, the opportunities and synergies for a multi-faceted real estate offering in the current market are explored. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:54:00 -0000 full TWM Seán O’Neill, Michele Jackson and Willie Norse, MD of TWM, welcome ORS MD, John Brennan, to the podcast to discuss the ORS business, including their culture and plans. Following the recent acquisition of TWM by ORS, the opportunities and synergies for a multi-faceted real estate offering in the current market are explored. Seán O’Neill, Michele Jackson and Willie Norse, MD of TWM, welcome ORS MD, John Brennan, to the podcast to discuss the ORS business, including their culture and plans. Following the recent acquisition of TWM by ORS, the opportunities and synergies for a multi-faceted real estate offering in the current market are explored.

]]> 1614 Episode 24: Data Centres Uncovered Sean O’Neill and Willie Norse delve into the complex world of data centres with the help of Mark Ryan, Development Director in Yondr, a global developer, owner and operator of data centres. In this episode they speak about global trends in the demand for datacentres and where Ireland stands in this market given the moratorium on development. Some of the many questions they chat through on this podcast include “Are we missing a trick and will we get left behind? Why are other countries embracing these facilities which are now seen as critical infrastructure?” Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full TWM Sean O’Neill and Willie Norse delve into the complex world of data centres with the help of Mark Ryan, Development Director in Yondr, a global developer, owner and operator of data centres. In this episode they speak about global trends in the demand for datacentres and where Ireland stands in this market given the moratorium on development. Some of the many questions they chat through on this podcast include “Are we missing a trick and will we get left behind? Why are other countries embracing these facilities which are now seen as critical infrastructure?” Sean O’Neill and Willie Norse delve into the complex world of data centres with the help of Mark Ryan, Development Director in Yondr, a global developer, owner and operator of data centres. In this episode they speak about global trends in the demand for datacentres and where Ireland stands in this market given the moratorium on development. Some of the many questions they chat through on this podcast include “Are we missing a trick and will we get left behind? Why are other countries embracing these facilities which are now seen as critical infrastructure?”

]]> 2070 Episode 23 - Expo Real 2025 Special Sean O Neill and Stephen Aherne provide feedback on their experience at Expo Real in Munich last week. George Fraser Harding ( Head of European Funds at Aviva Investors) and Oliver Gaschler (Director of Investment Asset Management at AM alpha) give their thoughts on the European Real Estate Market, Current Pricing, Tariffs and their views on Ireland. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:15:00 -0000 full TWM Sean O Neill and Stephen Aherne provide feedback on their experience at Expo Real in Munich last week. George Fraser Harding ( Head of European Funds at Aviva Investors) and Oliver Gaschler (Director of Investment Asset Management at AM alpha) give their thoughts on the European Real Estate Market, Current Pricing, Tariffs and their views on Ireland. Sean O Neill and Stephen Aherne provide feedback on their experience at Expo Real in Munich last week. George Fraser Harding ( Head of European Funds at Aviva Investors) and Oliver Gaschler (Director of Investment Asset Management at AM alpha) give their thoughts on the European Real Estate Market, Current Pricing, Tariffs and their views on Ireland.

]]> 1683 Episode 22: Progress Review In this episode, Seán O'Neill catches up again with John Hannigan, CEO of Circle VHA. John was a guest in June 2023 (Episode 3) and in this podcast they review progress in delivery of housing and developments since then including changes in interest rates and inflation. They also discuss the likely impact of recently announced Government initiatives for housing, infrastructure and planning.  Wed, 13 Aug 2025 08:19:00 -0000 full TWM In this episode, Seán O'Neill catches up again with John Hannigan, CEO of Circle VHA. John was a guest in June 2023 (Episode 3) and in this podcast they review progress in delivery of housing and developments since then including changes in interest rates and inflation. They also discuss the likely impact of recently announced Government initiatives for housing, infrastructure and planning.  In this episode, Seán O'Neill catches up again with John Hannigan, CEO of Circle VHA. John was a guest in June 2023 (Episode 3) and in this podcast they review progress in delivery of housing and developments since then including changes in interest rates and inflation. They also discuss the likely impact of recently announced Government initiatives for housing, infrastructure and planning. 

]]> 2374 Episode 21: Uncertainty Fatigue In this episode Seán O'Neill and Stephen Aherne catch up again with independent economist and regular podcast contributor, Stephen Walsh, to chat about the many ongoing geopolitical events as well as domestic matters such as residential rent caps, lower interest rates etc. Following a general market pause, activity has returned as investors absorb the uncertainty and decide to move on! Wed, 25 Jun 2025 11:53:00 -0000 full TWM In this episode Seán O'Neill and Stephen Aherne catch up again with independent economist and regular podcast contributor, Stephen Walsh, to chat about the many ongoing geopolitical events as well as domestic matters such as residential rent caps, lower interest rates etc. Following a general market pause, activity has returned as investors absorb the uncertainty and decide to move on! In this episode Seán O'Neill and Stephen Aherne catch up again with independent economist and regular podcast contributor, Stephen Walsh, to chat about the many ongoing geopolitical events as well as domestic matters such as residential rent caps, lower interest rates etc. Following a general market pause, activity has returned as investors absorb the uncertainty and decide to move on!

]]> 2691 Episode 20: The Nursing Home Sector Continuing the theme of healthcare and the aging population in Ireland in this our 20th Episode Sean O'Neill chat's with Jason Bradshaw, Corporate Finance Partner in PKF Brenson Lawlor and TWM colleague Hannah Dowling. PKF Brenson Lawlor recently hosted the National Nursing Home Owners and Operators Conference and Jason has 23 years experience in the Healthcare and Nursing Homes so no better person to give us an insight into this sector.   We speak about the opportunities and challenges facing the sector as well as the existing and new players coming into the market. We also talk about ways to address the undersupply of beds and the future of residential care. Fri, 09 May 2025 08:39:00 -0000 full TWM Continuing the theme of healthcare and the aging population in Ireland in this our 20th Episode Sean O'Neill chat's with Jason Bradshaw, Corporate Finance Partner in PKF Brenson Lawlor and TWM colleague Hannah Dowling. PKF Brenson Lawlor recently hosted the National Nursing Home Owners and Operators Conference and Jason has 23 years experience in the Healthcare and Nursing Homes so no better person to give us an insight into this sector.   We speak about the opportunities and challenges facing the sector as well as the existing and new players coming into the market. We also talk about ways to address the undersupply of beds and the future of residential care. Continuing the theme of healthcare and the aging population in Ireland in this our 20th Episode Sean O'Neill chat's with Jason Bradshaw, Corporate Finance Partner in PKF Brenson Lawlor and TWM colleague Hannah Dowling. PKF Brenson Lawlor recently hosted the National Nursing Home Owners and Operators Conference and Jason has 23 years experience in the Healthcare and Nursing Homes so no better person to give us an insight into this sector.   We speak about the opportunities and challenges facing the sector as well as the existing and new players coming into the market. We also talk about ways to address the undersupply of beds and the future of residential care.

]]> 1937 Episode 19: Healthcare and the Real Estate Market. On this podcast Seán O'Neill chats with Eamonn Fitzgerald, Managing Director of UPMC Ireland and TWM Director Patricia Ward. They speak about the increasing influence of the healthcare sector on the real estate market and take in topics such as "Sick Care v's Health Care" and the increase in Community based care. They discuss new trends and terms such as "Payviders", "Office-Based Surgery", "Patient Hotels" and new policies that will reinforce the importance of this sector to the property market going forward. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 13:36:00 -0000 full TWM On this podcast Seán O'Neill chats with Eamonn Fitzgerald, Managing Director of UPMC Ireland and TWM Director Patricia Ward. They speak about the increasing influence of the healthcare sector on the real estate market and take in topics such as "Sick Care v's Health Care" and the increase in Community based care. They discuss new trends and terms such as "Payviders", "Office-Based Surgery", "Patient Hotels" and new policies that will reinforce the importance of this sector to the property market going forward. On this podcast Seán O'Neill chats with Eamonn Fitzgerald, Managing Director of UPMC Ireland and TWM Director Patricia Ward. They speak about the increasing influence of the healthcare sector on the real estate market and take in topics such as "Sick Care v's Health Care" and the increase in Community based care. They discuss new trends and terms such as "Payviders", "Office-Based Surgery", "Patient Hotels" and new policies that will reinforce the importance of this sector to the property market going forward.

]]> 2567 Episode 18: The first of 2025 On this podcast Sean O'Neill chat's with regular contributor, Independent Economist , Stephen Walsh and TWM Associate Director Stephen Aherne. They speak about Donald Trumps actions in his first month in office and the likely impact on Ireland. The wide ranging discussion also includes the outlook for the Irish economy, interest rates, residential rent caps, population growth forecasts and of course activity in the various sectors of the Irish real estate market.   Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:40:00 -0000 Episode 18: The first of 2025 full TWM On this podcast Sean O'Neill chat's with regular contributor, Independent Economist , Stephen Walsh and TWM Associate Director Stephen Aherne. They speak about Donald Trumps actions in his first month in office and the likely impact on Ireland. The wide ranging discussion also includes the outlook for the Irish economy, interest rates, residential rent caps, population growth forecasts and of course activity in the various sectors of the Irish real estate market.   On this podcast Sean O'Neill chat's with regular contributor, Independent Economist , Stephen Walsh and TWM Associate Director Stephen Aherne. They speak about Donald Trumps actions in his first month in office and the likely impact on Ireland.


The wide ranging discussion also includes the outlook for the Irish economy, interest rates, residential rent caps, population growth forecasts and of course activity in the various sectors of the Irish real estate market.

 



]]> 2417 Episode 17: Stephen Walker, Deputy Head of UK Asset Management at abrdn On this podcast Sean O'Neill chats with Stephen Walker, Deputy Head of UK Asset Management at abrdn and Co-owner and Director of TWM Michele Jackson. In a wide ranging conversation we talk about how investment strategies have changed over the recent past, how abrdn now looks at the office sector and how this is evolving in a post-Covid environment. Stephen speaks about the commitment to ESG in relation to their overall corporate strategy and real estate investment. He also delves into the world of AI and its potential impact on property and the market. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 14:49:00 -0000 full TWM On this podcast Sean O'Neill chats with Stephen Walker, Deputy Head of UK Asset Management at abrdn and Co-owner and Director of TWM Michele Jackson. In a wide ranging conversation we talk about how investment strategies have changed over the recent past, how abrdn now looks at the office sector and how this is evolving in a post-Covid environment. Stephen speaks about the commitment to ESG in relation to their overall corporate strategy and real estate investment. He also delves into the world of AI and its potential impact on property and the market. On this podcast Sean O'Neill chats with Stephen Walker, Deputy Head of UK Asset Management at abrdn and Co-owner and Director of TWM Michele Jackson. In a wide ranging conversation we talk about how investment strategies have changed over the recent past, how abrdn now looks at the office sector and how this is evolving in a post-Covid environment. Stephen speaks about the commitment to ESG in relation to their overall corporate strategy and real estate investment. He also delves into the world of AI and its potential impact on property and the market.

]]> 2163 Episode 16: Elections, Elections! This episode is all about the uncertainty that elections bring in particular the impact of what has happened in the US. On this podcast Seán O'Neill chats with our regular contributor, independent economist, Stephen Walsh and TWM co-owner and director, Michele Jackson. We speak about the policies Donald Trump has threatened to introduce, possible future geopolitical events and the likely impact on Ireland. We also discuss the impending Irish election and the positives and negatives within the Irish economy. Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:50:09 -0000 Episode 16: Elections, Elections! full TWM This episode is all about the uncertainty that elections bring in particular the impact of what has happened in the US. On this podcast Seán O'Neill chats with our regular contributor, independent economist, Stephen Walsh and TWM co-owner and director, Michele Jackson. We speak about the policies Donald Trump has threatened to introduce, possible future geopolitical events and the likely impact on Ireland. We also discuss the impending Irish election and the positives and negatives within the Irish economy. This episode is all about the uncertainty that elections bring in particular the impact of what has happened in the US. On this podcast Seán O'Neill chats with our regular contributor, independent economist, Stephen Walsh and TWM co-owner and director, Michele Jackson. We speak about the policies Donald Trump has threatened to introduce, possible future geopolitical events and the likely impact on Ireland. We also discuss the impending Irish election and the positives and negatives within the Irish economy.

]]> 1981 Episode 15: Expo Real 2024 A short Episode in which Sean O'Neill chats to TWM colleagues Stephen Aherne and Robbie Coakley who attended Expo Real, the massive European Real Estate Trade Fair in Munich. We hear about the mood music and property market sentiment from around Europe and how did it compare to the 2023 event. Tue, 15 Oct 2024 13:46:51 -0000 Episode 15: Expo Real 2024 full 15 TWM A short Episode in which Sean O'Neill chats to TWM colleagues Stephen Aherne and Robbie Coakley who attended Expo Real, the massive European Real Estate Trade Fair in Munich. We hear about the mood music and property market sentiment from around Europe and how did it compare to the 2023 event. A short Episode in which Sean O'Neill chats to TWM colleagues Stephen Aherne and Robbie Coakley who attended Expo Real, the massive European Real Estate Trade Fair in Munich. We hear about the mood music and property market sentiment from around Europe and how did it compare to the 2023 event.

]]> 815 Episode 14: Following recent interest rate cuts this Episode is all about Finance. On this podcast Sean O'Neill chats with Andy Tallon, Managing Director and Head of Debt Advisory at Interpath and TWM Managing Director, Willie Norse. We speak about the evolution of the debt market in Ireland, the current status and depth in terms of debt providers, location/ sector preferences, international participation and the pitfalls to watch out for when seeking finance. We also talk about some future trends. Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:49:24 -0000 Episode 14: Following recent interest rate cuts this Episode is all about Finance. full TWM On this podcast Sean O'Neill chats with Andy Tallon, Managing Director and Head of Debt Advisory at Interpath and TWM Managing Director, Willie Norse. We speak about the evolution of the debt market in Ireland, the current status and depth in terms of debt providers, location/ sector preferences, international participation and the pitfalls to watch out for when seeking finance. We also talk about some future trends. On this podcast Sean O'Neill chats with Andy Tallon, Managing Director and Head of Debt Advisory at Interpath and TWM Managing Director, Willie Norse. We speak about the evolution of the debt market in Ireland, the current status and depth in terms of debt providers, location/ sector preferences, international participation and the pitfalls to watch out for when seeking finance. We also talk about some future trends.

]]> 2260 Episode 13: We talk about Sustainability and The Built Environment. On this podcast Sean O'Neill chat's with Cathal O Leary Director and Co Founder of SystemCore, TWM Director of Commercial Agency, Patricia Ward and Professional Services Director at TWM, Ken Noble. We speak about the contribution of the built environment to Carbon Emissions, the impact of new legislation on occupiers, investors, property valuations and lending. We explore what can be done to upgrade existing buildings and how do we make them operationally more efficient. Thu, 19 Sep 2024 08:30:00 -0000 full TWM On this podcast Sean O'Neill chat's with Cathal O Leary Director and Co Founder of SystemCore, TWM Director of Commercial Agency, Patricia Ward and Professional Services Director at TWM, Ken Noble. We speak about the contribution of the built environment to Carbon Emissions, the impact of new legislation on occupiers, investors, property valuations and lending. We explore what can be done to upgrade existing buildings and how do we make them operationally more efficient. On this podcast Sean O'Neill chat's with Cathal O Leary Director and Co Founder of SystemCore, TWM Director of Commercial Agency, Patricia Ward and Professional Services Director at TWM, Ken Noble. We speak about the contribution of the built environment to Carbon Emissions, the impact of new legislation on occupiers, investors, property valuations and lending. We explore what can be done to upgrade existing buildings and how do we make them operationally more efficient.

]]> 2506 Episode 12: Willie Norse, new MD of TWM and Claire Solon, MD of Greystar Ireland In this episode Seán O’Neill discusses all things Residential with the new MD of TWM, Willie Norse and Claire Solon, MD of Greystar Ireland. They talk about the current development land and investment market activity, blockages to supply of housing, the changing perception of apartment living and the benefits of institutional ownership of residential assets. They also look at trends in the market from Student Accommodation to Senior Living. Thu, 13 Jun 2024 13:06:00 -0000 full TWM In this episode Seán O’Neill discusses all things Residential with the new MD of TWM, Willie Norse and Claire Solon, MD of Greystar Ireland. They talk about the current development land and investment market activity, blockages to supply of housing, the changing perception of apartment living and the benefits of institutional ownership of residential assets. They also look at trends in the market from Student Accommodation to Senior Living. In this episode Seán O’Neill discusses all things Residential with the new MD of TWM, Willie Norse and Claire Solon, MD of Greystar Ireland. They talk about the current development land and investment market activity, blockages to supply of housing, the changing perception of apartment living and the benefits of institutional ownership of residential assets. They also look at trends in the market from Student Accommodation to Senior Living.

]]> 2046 Episode 11: Stephen Walsh, Economist and Robbie Coakley, Director - internal investment Team We catch up with a podcast regular Independent Economist Stephen Walsh and with Director of our Internal Investment Team, Robbie Coakley to review Q1 2024 Economic and Property Market activity. We discuss whether the optimism experienced at the start of the year has been maintained and if the outlook for interest rate cuts is still positive. We chat about the changes in the real estate market and how it is now very location, sector and building specific. Thu, 16 May 2024 09:58:38 -0000 Episode 11: Stephen Walsh, Economist and Robbie Coakley, Director - internal investment Team full 11 TWM We catch up with a podcast regular Independent Economist Stephen Walsh and with Director of our Internal Investment Team, Robbie Coakley to review Q1 2024 Economic and Property Market activity. We discuss whether the optimism experienced at the start of the year has been maintained and if the outlook for interest rate cuts is still positive. We chat about the changes in the real estate market and how it is now very location, sector and building specific. We catch up with a podcast regular Independent Economist Stephen Walsh and with Director of our Internal Investment Team, Robbie Coakley to review Q1 2024 Economic and Property Market activity.

We discuss whether the optimism experienced at the start of the year has been maintained and if the outlook for interest rate cuts is still positive. We chat about the changes in the real estate market and how it is now very location, sector and building specific.

]]> 2188 Episode 10: Paul Candon, CEO of United Hardware In Episode 10 Sean O’Neill chats with Paul Candon, CEO of United Hardware. Paul provides background on the United Hardware business and its members who comprise both traditional DIY outlets and Builders Merchants. He provides insights into the hardware and DIY markets and the general construction sector including surviving covid, the impact of inflation, supply chain issues and the demand for sustainable products. Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:18:00 -0000 full 1 10 TWM In Episode 10 Sean O’Neill chats with Paul Candon, CEO of United Hardware. Paul provides background on the United Hardware business and its members who comprise both traditional DIY outlets and Builders Merchants. He provides insights into the hardware and DIY markets and the general construction sector including surviving covid, the impact of inflation, supply chain issues and the demand for sustainable products. In Episode 10 Sean O’Neill chats with Paul Candon, CEO of United Hardware. Paul provides background on the United Hardware business and its members who comprise both traditional DIY outlets and Builders Merchants. He provides insights into the hardware and DIY markets and the general construction sector including surviving covid, the impact of inflation, supply chain issues and the demand for sustainable products.

]]> 2563 Episode 9: 2024 Real Estate Market Outlook In Episode 9 of the TWM Real Estate Podcast, the first of 2024, having taken the temperature of the real estate market during January Sean O Neill discusses the outlook for the year with Independent Economist Stephen Walsh and Fellow Director of TWM, Patricia Ward. Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:40:00 -0000 Episode 9 – 2024 Real Estate Market outlook full TWM In Episode 9 of the TWM Real Estate Podcast, the first of 2024, having taken the temperature of the real estate market during January Sean O Neill discusses the outlook for the year with Independent Economist Stephen Walsh and Fellow Director of TWM, Patricia Ward. In Episode 9 of the TWM Real Estate Podcast, the first of 2024, having taken the temperature of the real estate market during January Sean O Neill discusses the outlook for the year with Independent Economist Stephen Walsh and Fellow Director of TWM, Patricia Ward.

]]> 2242 Episode 8: The Christmas Special Given the time of year this episode has a somewhat religious flavour. Sean O’Neill is joined by Co-Owner of TWM, Michele Jackson and their guest John Weir, Head of Real Estate, with Church Commissioners for England. They chat about the interesting and diverse portfolio held by the Church Commissioners, with some assets owned for centuries. In addition to commercial property, topics covered include Christmas trees, farmland and sustainability and how such a long-established institution deals with current and future real estate trends. Thu, 21 Dec 2023 10:40:00 -0000 Episode 8: John Weir, Head of Real Estate at the Church Commissioners for England full TWM Given the time of year this episode has a somewhat religious flavour. Sean O’Neill is joined by Co-Owner of TWM, Michele Jackson and their guest John Weir, Head of Real Estate, with Church Commissioners for England. They chat about the interesting and diverse portfolio held by the Church Commissioners, with some assets owned for centuries. In addition to commercial property, topics covered include Christmas trees, farmland and sustainability and how such a long-established institution deals with current and future real estate trends. Given the time of year this episode has a somewhat religious flavour. Sean O’Neill is joined by Co-Owner of TWM, Michele Jackson and their guest John Weir, Head of Real Estate, with Church Commissioners for England.

They chat about the interesting and diverse portfolio held by the Church Commissioners, with some assets owned for centuries. In addition to commercial property, topics covered include Christmas trees, farmland and sustainability and how such a long-established institution deals with current and future real estate trends.

]]> 1807 Episode 7: Arlene Maguire, Head of Property Acquisition and Asset Management, Tesco Ireland In Episode 7 Sean O Neill chats with Arlene Maguire, Head of Property Acquisition and Asset Management with Tesco. Arlene gives us some background on the Tesco Ireland business now, what’s happening in terms of their current strategy and why is Tesco expanding in Ireland. She also explains what types of stores are they looking to open and how do they go about selecting a site. We find out how do Tesco balance being both an owner and tenant and what are their current challenges in the property market. Finally we speak about sustainability and the measures Tesco are taking in this regard. Wed, 08 Nov 2023 10:10:25 -0000 Episode 7: Arlene Maguire, Head of Property Acquisition and Asset Management, Tesco Ireland full TWM In Episode 7 Sean O Neill chats with Arlene Maguire, Head of Property Acquisition and Asset Management with Tesco. Arlene gives us some background on the Tesco Ireland business now, what’s happening in terms of their current strategy and why is Tesco expanding in Ireland. She also explains what types of stores are they looking to open and how do they go about selecting a site. We find out how do Tesco balance being both an owner and tenant and what are their current challenges in the property market. Finally we speak about sustainability and the measures Tesco are taking in this regard. In Episode 7 Sean O Neill chats with Arlene Maguire, Head of Property Acquisition and Asset Management with Tesco. Arlene gives us some background on the Tesco Ireland business now, what’s happening in terms of their current strategy and why is Tesco expanding in Ireland.

She also explains what types of stores are they looking to open and how do they go about selecting a site. We find out how do Tesco balance being both an owner and tenant and what are their current challenges in the property market. Finally we speak about sustainability and the measures Tesco are taking in this regard.

]]> 1583 Episode 6: Expo Real Special Expo Real Special – Episode 6 of the TWM Real Estate Podcast features interviews with international investors at Expo Real in Munich, which took place last week. George Fraser Harding (Head of European Funds at Aviva Investors), Oliver Gaschler (Director of Investments at AM Alpha) and Axel Wünnenberg (Managing Director of Quodoro) give their thoughts on the European Real Estate market and whether or not Ireland is still on their radar! Mon, 09 Oct 2023 16:04:32 -0000 full 6 TWM Expo Real Special – Episode 6 of the TWM Real Estate Podcast features interviews with international investors at Expo Real in Munich, which took place last week. George Fraser Harding (Head of European Funds at Aviva Investors), Oliver Gaschler (Director of Investments at AM Alpha) and Axel Wünnenberg (Managing Director of Quodoro) give their thoughts on the European Real Estate market and whether or not Ireland is still on their radar! Expo Real Special – Episode 6 of the TWM Real Estate Podcast features interviews with international investors at Expo Real in Munich, which took place last week.


George Fraser Harding (Head of European Funds at Aviva Investors), Oliver Gaschler (Director of Investments at AM Alpha) and Axel Wünnenberg (Managing Director of Quodoro) give their thoughts on the European Real Estate market and whether or not Ireland is still on their radar!

]]> 1527 Episode 5: Michael Costello, Partner at BDO In episode 5, Seán O Neill chats with Michael Costello, Partner at BDO. Having just completed 3 terms as Managing Partner, Michael talks about the challenges of Brexit, covid, the move to new offices, the inflation/ interest rate crisis as well as his new role in charge of Sustainability. Thu, 14 Sep 2023 12:15:55 -0000 full 1 5 TWM In episode 5, Seán O Neill chats with Michael Costello, Partner at BDO. Having just completed 3 terms as Managing Partner, Michael talks about the challenges of Brexit, covid, the move to new offices, the inflation/ interest rate crisis as well as his new role in charge of Sustainability. In episode 5, Seán O Neill chats with Michael Costello, Partner at BDO. Having just completed 3 terms as Managing Partner, Michael talks about the challenges of Brexit, covid, the move to new offices, the inflation/ interest rate crisis as well as his new role in charge of Sustainability.

]]> 2447 Episode 4: Russell Cleere, Associate Director of TWM & Stephen Walsh We catch up again with Independent Economist Stephen Walsh and Associate Director of TWM, Russell Cleere to review H1 2023 Economic and Property Market activity. We chat through what has happened since Q1 and what we should be looking out for going forward. We also look at the attractiveness of Dublin as an investment location. Fri, 21 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0000 Episode 4: Stephen Walsh & Russell Cleere, Associate Director of TWM full TWM We catch up again with Independent Economist Stephen Walsh and Associate Director of TWM, Russell Cleere to review H1 2023 Economic and Property Market activity. We chat through what has happened since Q1 and what we should be looking out for going forward. We also look at the attractiveness of Dublin as an investment location. We catch up again with Independent Economist Stephen Walsh and Associate Director of TWM, Russell Cleere to review H1 2023 Economic and Property Market activity. We chat through what has happened since Q1 and what we should be looking out for going forward. We also look at the attractiveness of Dublin as an investment location.

]]> 1980 Episode 3: John Hannigan, CEO of Circle Voluntary Housing Association Sean O Neill speaks with John Hannigan, CEO of Circle VHA , about the Social Housing sector, its role in the provision of housing, how the sector works, how they deal with developers and the State, the blockages and challenges in the market at present and the future for the sector. Tue, 13 Jun 2023 12:41:11 -0000 full 1 3 TWM Sean O Neill speaks with John Hannigan, CEO of Circle VHA , about the Social Housing sector, its role in the provision of housing, how the sector works, how they deal with developers and the State, the blockages and challenges in the market at present and the future for the sector. Sean O Neill speaks with John Hannigan, CEO of Circle VHA , about the Social Housing sector, its role in the provision of housing, how the sector works, how they deal with developers and the State, the blockages and challenges in the market at present and the future for the sector.

]]> 2263 Episode 2: Anne Marie Shalloe, Group Commercial Asset Manager, An Post In conversation with Anne Marie Shalloe, Group Commercial Asset Manager , An Post - speaking about all things An Post including their transformation as a business, sustainability and their property strategy, the imminent HQ office relocation, the proposed Logistics hub and future real estate sustainability trends. Thu, 11 May 2023 10:51:11 -0000 full 1 2 TWM In conversation with Anne Marie Shalloe, Group Commercial Asset Manager , An Post - speaking about all things An Post including their transformation as a business, sustainability and their property strategy, the imminent HQ office relocation, the proposed Logistics hub and future real estate sustainability trends. In conversation with Anne Marie Shalloe, Group Commercial Asset Manager , An Post - speaking about all things An Post including their transformation as a business, sustainability and their property strategy, the imminent HQ office relocation, the proposed Logistics hub and future real estate sustainability trends.

]]> 1756 Episode 1: Economist Stephen Walsh and Associate Director at TWM, Russell Cleere Q1 2023 Economic and Property Activity - A conversation with Economist Stephen Walsh, Russell Cleere Associate Director TWM and Sean O Neill Director TWM covers a variety of Economic Highlights how these have impacted on the property market, its various sectors and what trends are emerging. It also covers some property deals concluded and what investors are active in the market. Thu, 11 May 2023 10:48:56 -0000 full 1 1 TWM Q1 2023 Economic and Property Activity - A conversation with Economist Stephen Walsh, Russell Cleere Associate Director TWM and Sean O Neill Director TWM covers a variety of Economic Highlights how these have impacted on the property market, its various sectors and what trends are emerging. It also covers some property deals concluded and what investors are active in the market. Q1 2023 Economic and Property Activity - A conversation with Economist Stephen Walsh, Russell Cleere Associate Director TWM and Sean O Neill Director TWM covers a variety of Economic Highlights how these have impacted on the property market, its various sectors and what trends are emerging. It also covers some property deals concluded and what investors are active in the market.

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