Confessions of a Street Broker: Jesús Araiza - Rising with Retail

Join host Jeremy Mercer on this episode of Confessions of a Street Broker as he sits down with Jesús Araiza, a dynamic real estate professional with over 15 years of experience. Jesús has been a principal with several DFW based real estate sponsors for the past 15 years. He most recently founded and led a retail platform over the course of 10 years that has acquired approximately 245 assets (representing just under $900M) across the country. His adeptness at leveraging a robust network of brokers and advocates has consistently allowed him to source off-market deals, giving him an edge in a competitive landscape.Most recently, Jesus served as an advisor to Crexi, a CRE technology startup now valued at $500 million, which has significantly disrupted traditional online property marketplaces. Raised by an immigrant entrepreneur, Jesús' exposure to the retail and industrial sectors from a young age has seamlessly blended his street-smart insights with an academic foundation from Jesuit College Prep and Duke University.Beyond real estate, Jesús is a passionate advocate for educational initiatives supporting low-income children, dedicating time and resources to various charitable organizations. Tune in to hear how Jesús' unique background and business acumen have shaped his approach to real estate and philanthropy.