S2E4: From A Bet to Billion-Dollar Ventures. David Adelman, Campus Apartments CEO

“You have to put a price and value on fun.” Beyond his storied role as CEO of Campus Apartments, a leader in student housing, David followed his passion for sports to become a partner in Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, whose portfolio includes the 76ers, New Jersey Devils and the Washington Commanders. David is also the chairman of the venture to build a new live entertainment and sporting events arena that will reimagine the live events experience in Philadelphia. Discover how losing a bet at 11 years old led to his interest in real estate and offered him the opportunity to pursue his passions in sports and support his local Philly community.Follow From Where I Sit for more conversations about the built economy.Follow Tom on LinkedIn.Follow Tom on X.Follow David on LinkedIn. Follow David on X. This episode was recorded on November 12, 2025.