Eddy Benoit: Building & Managing a Business During a Downturn

Eddy Benoit: Building & Managing a Business During a Downturn

Author: AreaProbe & SDL Real Estate Consulting March 14, 2023 Duration: 35:25

Join Steve and Curvin for an interview with Eddy Benoit Jr., the President and CEO of The Benoit Group an Atlanta, GA based commercial development group and a real estate consulting firm. Mr. Benoit has over twenty years of experience in the commercial development industry totaling over $2 billion in project value, he currently focuses on the firm’s business diversification and geographical expansion. The Benoit Group’s platform involves low risk development pursuits and real estate advisory services, positioning the firm to succeed through various real estate cycles.


Curvin Leatham from AreaProbe and Steve Lawrence of SDL Real Estate Consulting have spent decades navigating the complex world of property. On their The Real Estate Shop podcast, they channel that experience into candid conversations with the people who actually shape cities and move markets. Each episode sits down with a leading developer or financier, pulling back the curtain on how major deals are structured, where capital is flowing, and the hard-won lessons from both triumphs and setbacks. This isn't about surface-level tips; it's a deep dive into the strategic thinking and operational realities of the industry. The dialogue, guided by two seasoned hosts, is designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned professionals alike with the nuanced understanding needed to build a serious career in real estate. Tune in for an unfiltered look at the building blocks of success, straight from the sources who lay the foundation.
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