New Episode of Lunch With Paul – John Ellis of Newmark
In this episode, Paul Rutledge sits down with John Ellis of Newmark to discuss the continued rise of Midtown Tampa, the evolution of Tampa Bay’s commercial real estate market, and why national attention continues shifting toward the region.
As leasing representative for Midtown Tampa, John shares insight into how mixed-use developments are reshaping Tampa’s identity — blending retail, office, hospitality, residential, and walkable urban experiences into a new model for growth across Florida.
The conversation also explores how Tampa Bay compares to larger metro markets like Miami, and why investors, developers, retailers, and businesses are increasingly viewing Tampa as one of the Southeast’s most dynamic long-term growth stories.
In this episode:
• The success and continued evolution of Midtown Tampa
• Why Tampa Bay continues attracting investment and development
• Comparisons between Tampa and Miami market dynamics
• The role of mixed-use developments in shaping modern cities
• Insights into retail, office, and lifestyle-driven commercial real estate trends
Lunch With Paul continues highlighting the people and projects helping shape the future of Florida commercial real estate and urban development.
Watch the full episode now.
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