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Speaking & Podcasts
45 Years in Commercial Real Estate Finance and the 3 Keys to Success
Investor Fuel - Real Estate Mastermind
In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Q Edmonds chats with Jack Cohen, a business therapist with 45 years of experience in commercial real estate finance. Jack shares hard-earned lessons on learning from mistakes, thinking critically, and using context to make better business decisions. He also talks about overcoming challenges and setting personal goals that bring clarity and peace of mind.
Property Profit$: Why Jack M. Cohen Backs Entrepreneurs Over Institutions
Property Profits Real Estate Podcast by Dave Dubeau
Host, Dave Dubeau, the goal of the Property Profits Real Estate Podcast is to bring proven Real Estate Investing strategies, tactics, and ideas to active real estate entrepreneurs who want to grow their portfolios faster and easier.
Jack shares how he built his career financing entrepreneurial users of capital and why he believes real estate success comes from creating long-term value — not chasing quick wins.
Precise Underwriting And Operational Expertise Are Required To Be Successful In Today’s Environment
Street Smart Success with Roger Becker
For over two decades, Roger Becker has partnered with education leaders to drive meaningful growth in student applications, enrollments, and starts. From small campuses to large online institutions, he brings proven strategies that fuel sustainable success across every type of program and location.
Offshoot: The Fident Capital Podcast
Offshoot: The Fident Capital Podcast with Kevin Choquette.
Kevin Choquette is the founder of Fident Capital, a San Diego-based real estate investment banking firm he established in 2005. With a focus on serving middle-market commercial property developers and investors, Choquette has been instrumental in securing over $800 million in equity and debt financing for clients across the Southwest United States .
Fident Capital.
In episode 29 of Offshoot: The Fident Capital Podcast, titled “Jack Cohen: In the Real Estate Industry for All the Crazy People,” host Kevin Choquette engages in a comprehensive conversation with Jack Cohen, a seasoned figure in commercial real estate.
Show Me The Money With Michael Derk
Conversation with Michael Derk, Executive Managing Director at MMCC.
Michael Derk is responsible for securing commercial debt and equity financing for an array of property types including multifamily, office and industrial, retail, seniors housing and hospitality. He is well connected with national, regional and local funding sources including, but not limited to agency lenders (e.g. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac), commercial banks, CMBS lenders, life insurance companies, private and public funds and bridge lenders.
Old Capital Podcast
The Old Capital Real Estate Investing Podcast is aimed at Real Estate Investors both new and experienced. Host Michael Becker and Paul Peebles deliver no-hype education and expert perspectives.
With 40+ years of experience, Jack Cohen dives into the world of commercial real estate investing and lending with hosts Michael Becker and Paul Peebles.
Find a Career that Energizes YOU and Live Life on your own Terms!
Conversations With Kim Carson
Kim Carson hosts podcasts focused on diving “behind the story or headline,” where Kim invites a variety of guests—from celebrities and authors to everyday people—to share their journey of endurance, fear-conquering, and meaningful lessons in life.
Why success is not linear
Host Bill Horan helps listeners uncover hidden talents to maximize individual success.
Jack will discuss why success is not linear, why it is difficult to articulate our dreams, what he means by DO BE HAVE, and why we should begin with the end in mind.
Career Strategy That Works
Join Master Coach Doug Thorpe as he interviews guests talking about leadership, business best practices, new ideas for management, solving business problems, and some other fun stories about successes and failures. Learn from those who have first-hand experience running businesses and building great team cultures.
Jack M. Cohen on “The Weekend with Ed Kalegi”
Ed Kalegi is an American radio personality, voice actor, and actor, best known as the host of The Weekend with Ed Kalegi, a nationally syndicated talk radio show that blends entertainment, lifestyle, and current affairs.
Ed Kalegi talks with iconoclast executive, mentor capitalist, and founder and CEO of Darkknight Ventures Jack M. Cohen about his new book: “The Freedom Frameworks: Infinite Possibilities to Achieve Career Independence on Your Own Terms.” From the February 1st/2nd national radio broadcast of "The Weekend with Ed Kalegi."
How to create pull energy to accelerate your team’s growth
Leadership That Sells Podcast
With Paul Morton
Paul Morton is the CEO, Founder, and Head Coach at the Practical Leadership Academy, a leadership development firm focused on helping sales managers become high-performing leaders through practical, actionable coaching.
Leadership is a Verb, Not a Noun
Leadership Is Changing Podcast - Episode 730
With Denis Gianoutsos
Denis Gianoutsos, is an experienced keynote speaker, facilitator, executive coach, and the enthusiastic host of the popular "Leadership is Changing" podcast.
Entrusted to Lead Podcast
Leading from the Inside Out: Values, Identity & the Power of Self-Awareness
Hosted by Danita Cummins
What if the reason you feel stuck in your leadership has nothing to do with your title and everything to do with your values?
In this thoughtful and vulnerable conversation, Danita sits down with executive mentor and author Jack Cohen, a seasoned leader with over 40 years of experience in business, real estate, and leadership development.
Interview with Craig Andrews
A discussion with host Craig Andrews.
Craig is a U.S. Marine, turned electrical engineer and mobile phone designer, turned marketer, and multi-best-selling author.
If you're interested in learning more about Jack M. Cohen's insights on career transformation and leadership watch this!
Jack M. Cohen Speaks with Kevin Boston-Hill
Kevin Boston-Hill is a multifaceted educator, speaker, and media personality with over 25 years of experience in education and leadership development.
Kevin speaks with CEO and author of “The Freedom Frameworks”, Jack M. Cohen, about how people of all ages and stages in their careers can develop a plan for career development.
Jack Cohen on Designing Your Dream Life
Design your life. Don’t drift into it.
A powerful conversation on intentional leadership, professional identity, and designing a purpose-aligned life with host Vicki Noethling of the “Find Your Leadership Confidence with Vicki Noethling” podcast. We discuss practical strategies for increasing self-worth and net worth, mastering collaboration and time management, and investing in yourself for long-term independence.
45 Years in Commercial Real Estate Finance and the 3 Keys to Success
Investor Fuel - Real Estate Mastermind
In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Q Edmonds chats with Jack Cohen, a business therapist with 45 years of experience in commercial real estate finance. Jack shares hard-earned lessons on learning from mistakes, thinking critically, and using context to make better business decisions. He also talks about overcoming challenges and setting personal goals that bring clarity and peace of mind.
Find a Career that Energizes YOU and Live Life on your own Terms!
Conversations With Kim Carson
Kim Carson hosts podcasts focused on diving “behind the story or headline,” where Kim invites a variety of guests—from celebrities and authors to everyday people—to share their journey of endurance, fear-conquering, and meaningful lessons in life.
Entrusted to Lead Podcast
Leading from the Inside Out: Values, Identity & the Power of Self-Awareness
Hosted by Danita Cummins
What if the reason you feel stuck in your leadership has nothing to do with your title and everything to do with your values?
In this thoughtful and vulnerable conversation, Danita sits down with executive mentor and author Jack Cohen, a seasoned leader with over 40 years of experience in business, real estate, and leadership development.
It’s Your Life Podcast
A sit-down conversation with Jack M. Cohen – Author, Founder and CEO of Darkknight Ventures, Iconoclast Executive, and Mentor Capitalist
Brought to you by the J.C. Cooley Foundation
∙ 3 keys to success
∙ 60 practical business frameworks for effective networking, productivity, and problem-solving
∙ How to master the art and science of collaboration, time management, and team leadership.
∙ Strategies to invest in yourself, fueling self-reliance for true independence
Facing Your Demons and Chasing Your Dreams
Your Go-To Podcast for Dads and Family Enthusiasts with host Joe Foley. The podcast is about three important things. Self-discovery, self-improvement, and being a better you.
Are your fears holding you back more than you realize? In this powerful episode of No Sitting on the Sideline Dad, Joe Foley sits down with Jack Cohen — entrepreneur, author, and believer in the power of self-investment — to unpack the hidden fears and family patterns that keep so many of us stuck.
How Your Business Can Become Titanic
Lily Patrascu, a book publisher, brand strategist, podcaster
Jack Cohen and Lily Patrascu Podcast. Lily Patrascu is an ultra-creative book publisher and personal brand strategist for thought leaders, CEOs, luxury influencers. As an influencer, bestselling author, copywriter, global speaker, she supports busy entrepreneurs to find their message and share it with millions of people. Together they discuss how pull their teams toward success rather than push them, ensuring sustainable and scalable growth.
The Breakfast Club
The Breakfast Club hosted by Craig Dillon. Craig hosts The Breakfast Club, a weekday morning show airing from 5:00 to 9:00 a.m. on WCUB Cub Radio (980 AM / 97.1 FM).
Jack Cohen introduces The Freedom Frameworks as a guide for individuals seeking personal or professional liberation—whether from limiting beliefs, unfulfilling careers, or external systems.
Jack M. Cohen on the Kathryn Zox Show
Kathryn Zox is your Social Worker with a Microphone™. She’s informative and fun and opens up the mike with conversations that women need to hear.
Imagine a career that energizes you, provides financial security, and allows you to live life on your own terms. It’s not about finding the right job - it’s about creating a fulfilling career that aligns with your personal goals and values. Learn how to optimize your most valuable asset on your road to professional freedom - you.
Careers, Higher Education and Social Media and Kids
Jack Cohen joins us with advice on how to get the most of our your job and Career, then Kevin Kenny has advice on how Alabama students can apply for grants and improve their acceptance rate to colleges. Then Adan Holtz joins us from Focus on the Family with advice on healthy use of social media for kids.
Author Interviews:The Freedom Frameworks Jan 29th
Mike Chmielewski is a radio host and interviewer for Big Cabbage Radio, a community-focused station based in Palmer, Alaska. He leads the Author Interviews series, where he engages with a diverse range of writers—including therapists, historians, and business leaders—to discuss their latest books and the stories behind them.
Mike Chmielewski talks with Jack Cohen, speaker, author and CEO with over 40 years of leadership experience, discusses transforming your career. Going beyond traditional advice with techniques and strategies to thrive.
Time Management Mastery for Gen Z
Are you struggling with Gen Z’s work ethic or time management skills? Learn key frameworks to help your team optimize productivity, prioritize effectively and achieve better outcomes in less time.
The Career Changers Podcast
Elisa Martinig, founder of The Career Changers, an online community that aims to HELP, INSPIRE and CELEBRATE people during their journey to self-realisation.
Find inspiration and clarity during your journey to self-realisation. Listen to inspirational stories of career change, and discover how people like you are making the world a better place.
ArrowMark Commercial Real Estate Market Update
ArrowMark’s Rob Brown and Jack M. Cohen
Hear what our President and Chief Innovation Officer Jack M. Cohen has to say about the commercial real estate industry as he sits down with ArrowMark Commercial Real Estate Finance Partners.
In an economy that has endured a rapid period of repricing and recalibration, ArrowMark’s Rob Brown and Jack M. Cohen share their view on what is shaping the commercial real estate industry. Find out in this latest video.
CREFC Miami 2023 – Industry Leaders Roundtable
Managing Director of ArrowMark Partners, Jack M. Cohen
Fresh after moderating the Industry Leaders Roundtable panel at CREFC Miami 2023, Managing Director of ArrowMark Partners, Jack M. Cohen, joins us backstage to discuss important takeaways from the lively panel discussion.
Mentoring the Next Generation
More from CRE Finance Council: Jack Cohen on mentoring.
Mistakes to Avoid at the Closing Table
This podcast is brought to you by Pro Deal, the data room for deal teams. We work with some of the largest and best lenders, sponsors and law firms who use our platform to organize and track due diligence.
RealINSIGHT
Mentor, coach, consultant, adviser and investor, Jack M. Cohen develops talent, creates and manages high performance teams, grows revenue, solves issues of sales origination, capital formation, corporate recapitalization, scaling and organization and strategy.
A client since August, 2019, Mr. Cohen generously made time to sit down with RealINSIGHT to discuss his views on the adoption of CRE technology and his plans for Stronghill Capital.
Yulia Yaani, RealAtom’s podcast with Jack Cohen
Yulia Yaani is the co-founder and CEO of RealAtom, a technology platform revolutionizing the commercial real estate (CRE) lending industry.
Yulia Yaani, RealAtom’s new podcast with Jack Cohen, President, and CIO of Stronghill Capital and a VC investor with Darkknight Ventures. Learn from his 40+ years of experience about how to capitalize on mistakes and grow commercial real estate lending companies. You will like Jack’s vision of how to move the CRE lending industry’s closing ratio from 5% upwards.
Debt Funds Talk Overcrowding on Their Turf, the End of Quantitative Easing
Jack Cohen, the CEO of Darkknight Ventures, injected some levity into the discussion.
Jack Cohen on Designing Your Dream Life
Design your life. Don’t drift into it.
A powerful conversation on intentional leadership, professional identity, and designing a purpose-aligned life with host Vicki Noethling of the “Find Your Leadership Confidence with Vicki Noethling” podcast. We discuss practical strategies for increasing self-worth and net worth, mastering collaboration and time management, and investing in yourself for long-term independence.
45 Years in Commercial Real Estate Finance and the 3 Keys to Success
Investor Fuel - Real Estate Mastermind
In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Q Edmonds chats with Jack Cohen, a business therapist with 45 years of experience in commercial real estate finance. Jack shares hard-earned lessons on learning from mistakes, thinking critically, and using context to make better business decisions. He also talks about overcoming challenges and setting personal goals that bring clarity and peace of mind.
Property Profit$: Why Jack M. Cohen Backs Entrepreneurs Over Institutions
Property Profits Real Estate Podcast by Dave Dubeau
Host, Dave Dubeau, the goal of the Property Profits Real Estate Podcast is to bring proven Real Estate Investing strategies, tactics, and ideas to active real estate entrepreneurs who want to grow their portfolios faster and easier.
Jack shares how he built his career financing entrepreneurial users of capital and why he believes real estate success comes from creating long-term value — not chasing quick wins.
Find a Career that Energizes YOU and Live Life on your own Terms!
Conversations With Kim Carson
Kim Carson hosts podcasts focused on diving “behind the story or headline,” where Kim invites a variety of guests—from celebrities and authors to everyday people—to share their journey of endurance, fear-conquering, and meaningful lessons in life.
Why success is not linear
Host Bill Horan helps listeners uncover hidden talents to maximize individual success.
Jack will discuss why success is not linear, why it is difficult to articulate our dreams, what he means by DO BE HAVE, and why we should begin with the end in mind.
Career Strategy That Works
Join Master Coach Doug Thorpe as he interviews guests talking about leadership, business best practices, new ideas for management, solving business problems, and some other fun stories about successes and failures. Learn from those who have first-hand experience running businesses and building great team cultures.
How to create pull energy to accelerate your team’s growth
Leadership That Sells Podcast
With Paul Morton
Paul Morton is the CEO, Founder, and Head Coach at the Practical Leadership Academy, a leadership development firm focused on helping sales managers become high-performing leaders through practical, actionable coaching.
Leadership is a Verb, Not a Noun
Leadership Is Changing Podcast - Episode 730
With Denis Gianoutsos
Denis Gianoutsos, is an experienced keynote speaker, facilitator, executive coach, and the enthusiastic host of the popular "Leadership is Changing" podcast.
Precise Underwriting And Operational Expertise Are Required To Be Successful In Today’s Environment
Street Smart Success with Roger Becker
For over two decades, Roger Becker has partnered with education leaders to drive meaningful growth in student applications, enrollments, and starts. From small campuses to large online institutions, he brings proven strategies that fuel sustainable success across every type of program and location.
Offshoot: The Fident Capital Podcast
Offshoot: The Fident Capital Podcast with Kevin Choquette.
Kevin Choquette is the founder of Fident Capital, a San Diego-based real estate investment banking firm he established in 2005. With a focus on serving middle-market commercial property developers and investors, Choquette has been instrumental in securing over $800 million in equity and debt financing for clients across the Southwest United States .
Fident Capital.
In episode 29 of Offshoot: The Fident Capital Podcast, titled “Jack Cohen: In the Real Estate Industry for All the Crazy People,” host Kevin Choquette engages in a comprehensive conversation with Jack Cohen, a seasoned figure in commercial real estate.
Entrusted to Lead Podcast
Leading from the Inside Out: Values, Identity & the Power of Self-Awareness
Hosted by Danita Cummins
What if the reason you feel stuck in your leadership has nothing to do with your title and everything to do with your values?
In this thoughtful and vulnerable conversation, Danita sits down with executive mentor and author Jack Cohen, a seasoned leader with over 40 years of experience in business, real estate, and leadership development.
It’s Your Life Podcast
A sit-down conversation with Jack M. Cohen – Author, Founder and CEO of Darkknight Ventures, Iconoclast Executive, and Mentor Capitalist
Brought to you by the J.C. Cooley Foundation
∙ 3 keys to success
∙ 60 practical business frameworks for effective networking, productivity, and problem-solving
∙ How to master the art and science of collaboration, time management, and team leadership.
∙ Strategies to invest in yourself, fueling self-reliance for true independence
Facing Your Demons and Chasing Your Dreams
Your Go-To Podcast for Dads and Family Enthusiasts with host Joe Foley. The podcast is about three important things. Self-discovery, self-improvement, and being a better you.
Are your fears holding you back more than you realize? In this powerful episode of No Sitting on the Sideline Dad, Joe Foley sits down with Jack Cohen — entrepreneur, author, and believer in the power of self-investment — to unpack the hidden fears and family patterns that keep so many of us stuck.
Interview with Craig Andrews
A discussion with host Craig Andrews.
Craig is a U.S. Marine, turned electrical engineer and mobile phone designer, turned marketer, and multi-best-selling author.
If you're interested in learning more about Jack M. Cohen's insights on career transformation and leadership watch this!
How Your Business Can Become Titanic
Lily Patrascu, a book publisher, brand strategist, podcaster
Jack Cohen and Lily Patrascu Podcast. Lily Patrascu is an ultra-creative book publisher and personal brand strategist for thought leaders, CEOs, luxury influencers. As an influencer, bestselling author, copywriter, global speaker, she supports busy entrepreneurs to find their message and share it with millions of people. Together they discuss how pull their teams toward success rather than push them, ensuring sustainable and scalable growth.
The Breakfast Club
The Breakfast Club hosted by Craig Dillon. Craig hosts The Breakfast Club, a weekday morning show airing from 5:00 to 9:00 a.m. on WCUB Cub Radio (980 AM / 97.1 FM).
Jack Cohen introduces The Freedom Frameworks as a guide for individuals seeking personal or professional liberation—whether from limiting beliefs, unfulfilling careers, or external systems.
Show Me The Money With Michael Derk
Conversation with Michael Derk, Executive Managing Director at MMCC.
Michael Derk is responsible for securing commercial debt and equity financing for an array of property types including multifamily, office and industrial, retail, seniors housing and hospitality. He is well connected with national, regional and local funding sources including, but not limited to agency lenders (e.g. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac), commercial banks, CMBS lenders, life insurance companies, private and public funds and bridge lenders.
Jack M. Cohen Speaks with Kevin Boston-Hill
Kevin Boston-Hill is a multifaceted educator, speaker, and media personality with over 25 years of experience in education and leadership development.
Kevin speaks with CEO and author of “The Freedom Frameworks”, Jack M. Cohen, about how people of all ages and stages in their careers can develop a plan for career development.
Jack M. Cohen on the Kathryn Zox Show
Kathryn Zox is your Social Worker with a Microphone™. She’s informative and fun and opens up the mike with conversations that women need to hear.
Imagine a career that energizes you, provides financial security, and allows you to live life on your own terms. It’s not about finding the right job - it’s about creating a fulfilling career that aligns with your personal goals and values. Learn how to optimize your most valuable asset on your road to professional freedom - you.
Jack M. Cohen on “The Weekend with Ed Kalegi”
Ed Kalegi is an American radio personality, voice actor, and actor, best known as the host of The Weekend with Ed Kalegi, a nationally syndicated talk radio show that blends entertainment, lifestyle, and current affairs.
Ed Kalegi talks with iconoclast executive, mentor capitalist, and founder and CEO of Darkknight Ventures Jack M. Cohen about his new book: “The Freedom Frameworks: Infinite Possibilities to Achieve Career Independence on Your Own Terms.” From the February 1st/2nd national radio broadcast of "The Weekend with Ed Kalegi."
Careers, Higher Education and Social Media and Kids
Jack Cohen joins us with advice on how to get the most of our your job and Career, then Kevin Kenny has advice on how Alabama students can apply for grants and improve their acceptance rate to colleges. Then Adan Holtz joins us from Focus on the Family with advice on healthy use of social media for kids.
Author Interviews:The Freedom Frameworks Jan 29th
Mike Chmielewski is a radio host and interviewer for Big Cabbage Radio, a community-focused station based in Palmer, Alaska. He leads the Author Interviews series, where he engages with a diverse range of writers—including therapists, historians, and business leaders—to discuss their latest books and the stories behind them.
Mike Chmielewski talks with Jack Cohen, speaker, author and CEO with over 40 years of leadership experience, discusses transforming your career. Going beyond traditional advice with techniques and strategies to thrive.
The Career Changers Podcast
Elisa Martinig, founder of The Career Changers, an online community that aims to HELP, INSPIRE and CELEBRATE people during their journey to self-realisation.
Find inspiration and clarity during your journey to self-realisation. Listen to inspirational stories of career change, and discover how people like you are making the world a better place.
Old Capital Podcast
The Old Capital Real Estate Investing Podcast is aimed at Real Estate Investors both new and experienced. Host Michael Becker and Paul Peebles deliver no-hype education and expert perspectives.
With 40+ years of experience, Jack Cohen dives into the world of commercial real estate investing and lending with hosts Michael Becker and Paul Peebles.
Yulia Yaani, RealAtom’s podcast with Jack Cohen
Yulia Yaani is the co-founder and CEO of RealAtom, a technology platform revolutionizing the commercial real estate (CRE) lending industry.
Yulia Yaani, RealAtom’s new podcast with Jack Cohen, President, and CIO of Stronghill Capital and a VC investor with Darkknight Ventures. Learn from his 40+ years of experience about how to capitalize on mistakes and grow commercial real estate lending companies. You will like Jack’s vision of how to move the CRE lending industry’s closing ratio from 5% upwards.
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