Unlocking Value with Ozzie Nelson cover art

Unlocking Value with Ozzie Nelson

Unlocking Value with Ozzie Nelson

By: Ozzie Nelson
Listen for free

About this listen

The Unlocking Value with Ozzie Nelson podcast provides listeners with a peek inside some of the brightest minds shaping the future of design, commercial real estate, and capital development. Hosted by John "Ozzie" Nelson Jr., a trailblazing entrepreneur and the driving force behind NELSON Worldwide's evolution into a design powerhouse, this podcast dives into how thoughtful and intentional design can unlock value for commercial and institutional real estate owners, developers, brands, and investors.

© 2025 Unlocking Value with Ozzie Nelson
Art Economics Management Management & Leadership Marketing Marketing & Sales
Episodes
  • The Smart Way To Convert Rentals With RXR's Eric Schlameuss
    Jun 12 2025

    Success comes from making smart moves, forming tight collaborations, and keeping tenants front and center.

    In today’s episode, Eric Schlameuss and Joseph Schirripa join Ozzie Nelson to talk about how top office spaces can transition toward hotel-style vibes and flexible design. They unpack the hurdles of office-to-housing conversions and the hidden potential in underused “zombie buildings.”

    Tune in to find out how you can decide whether to upgrade, repurpose, or walk away from aging office properties.

    Topics discussed in this episode:

    • office conversions
    • aging properties
    • residential transformation
    • zombie buildings
    • tenant experience
    • market demand
    • portfolio diversification
    • marketing strategy
    • amenity-rich assets
    • building compliance
    • tenant demand
    • hospitality-style amenities


    Find out more about Nelson Worldwide: https://nelsonworldwide.com/


    Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts:

    We hope you’re Unlocking Value in this podcast with Ozzie Nelson. Your feedback is important to us and we’d love to hear from you.

    Here’s how you can help. Scroll to the bottom, rate our podcast with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you found most helpful from this episode!

    And if you haven’t done so already, give the podcast a follow, and you'll be notified when new episodes come out.



    Show More Show Less
    24 mins
  • Flexible Design, Better Care: The Future of Healthcare
    May 14 2025

    What if healthcare spaces could seamlessly evolve to meet the needs of both patients and staff?

    Ozzie Nelson sits down with Haroula Norden, COO of Boca Raton Regional Hospital, and Cheryl Lawrence Spiegler, Senior Interior Designer at Nelson Worldwide, to explore how intentional design is shaping the future of healthcare. They discuss the growing demand for flexible, patient-centered spaces that enhance efficiency while maintaining a welcoming environment. From balancing innovation with budget constraints to incorporating sustainability and adaptability into healthcare facilities, this conversation uncovers the key strategies that drive smarter, more effective design solutions. With real-world examples, they highlight how thoughtful planning creates long-term value for healthcare systems and the communities they serve.

    The discussion makes one thing clear—when healthcare spaces are designed with flexibility, efficiency, and patient experience in mind, they don’t just serve today’s needs, they prepare for the future. 🎙️✨

    Topics discussed in this episode:

    • Flexibility in healthcare design
    • Future-proofing facilities
    • Balancing innovation with budget constraints
    • Community-centered design
    • Operational efficiency
    • Staff and patient experience
    • Green building initiatives
    • Trends in outpatient and freestanding clinics

    Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts:

    We hope you’re Unlocking Value in this podcast with Ozzie Nelson. Your feedback is important to us and we’d love to hear from you.

    Here’s how you can help. Scroll to the bottom, rate our podcast with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you found most helpful from this episode!

    And if you haven’t done so already, give the podcast a follow, and you'll be notified when new episodes come out.



    Show More Show Less
    29 mins
  • Balancing Tradition and Innovation in Courthouse Design
    Apr 15 2025

    From leaking skylights to cutting-edge technology, courthouse design is changing in surprising new ways.

    In this episode of Unlocking Value, host Ozzie chats with Judge Patti-Worthington and Brad Ewing about the challenges of courthouse architecture and the complexities of modernizing historic buildings. They discuss how renovating the Monroe Courthouse meant finding the right balance between enhanced security and creating a more inviting space.

    Tune in to hear why the future of justice is about more than just courtrooms and case files.

    Topics discussed in this episode:

    • courthouse design
    • public spaces
    • new technology
    • building for the future
    • historic buildings
    • public access
    • public sector
    • spacious design
    • back to the office
    • modernizing courthouses
    • funding authority
    • security and safety


    Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts:

    We hope you’re Unlocking Value in this podcast with Ozzie Nelson. Your feedback is important to us and we’d love to hear from you.

    Here’s how you can help. Scroll to the bottom, rate our podcast with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you found most helpful from this episode!

    And if you haven’t done so already, give the podcast a follow, and you'll be notified when new episodes come out.



    Show More Show Less
    30 mins
No reviews yet