Ep. 8 - Leased and Loaded: Mastering Retail Leasing with Beth Azor, The Canvassing Queen

The CRE Connection · Samy Soussan

Joins us as we sit with Beth Azor, widely known in the commercial real estate world as "The Canvassing Queen." Beth shares her incredible journey from growing up in a real estate family in Wisconsin to becoming a leading expert in retail leasing and property ownership in Florida.

Beth reveals how her passion for connecting with people and helping businesses grow led her to transition from residential real estate to commercial leasing, where she thrived for 18 years, eventually becoming the president of a major CRE firm. She discusses pivotal moments in her career, including her first deal, creative problem-solving in leasing, and the evolution of her personal real estate portfolio.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into:

• The power of canvassing and building tenant relationships.
• The shifting trends in retail, including the rise of food & beverage and medtail tenants.
• Tips on managing tenant mix and turning pop-ups into long-term leases.
• The importance of creativity and persistence in problem-solving and deal-making.

Beth also shares practical advice on building meaningful industry relationships and creating niche-focused networking opportunities. With engaging anecdotes and actionable tips, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the art and science of retail leasing and commercial real estate.

Key Takeaways:

• Why tenant sales reporting is crucial for property success.
• The difference between impulse and destination tenants – and how to cater to both.
• How Beth turned a nickname meant as ridicule into her empowering brand, "The Canvassing Queen."

Tune in to learn from Beth's 36+ years of experience and her relentless drive to elevate retail real estate to new heights!

▶️ If you're interested in learning more about Beth, check out the following links:
▶ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethazor
▶ Website: https://www.bethazor.com/
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