REtail REdux with Cory Zelnik

About REtail REdux with Cory Zelnik

Welcome to the Zelnik Exchange with Cory Zelnik, a New York City based Real Estate executive. Listen in as Cory shares words and stories with various executives, business leaders, journalists, lawyers and other professionals. The purpose of this podcast is to have good and insightful conversations with thought leaders, discuss various satellite industries and topics surrounding real estate, and introduce our audience to the excellent people within the Zelnik & Co. sphere of influence. You never know what you could learn from this week's exchange. Welcome to The Zelnik Exchange. ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks. Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @Zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share, or leave us a review if you enjoyed the podcast.

Publisher

Cory Zelnik

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Apr 2023

Latest episode

29 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

75 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Oct 2026

   044: Kayla Terzi, Leasing Director at Vantage Real Estate Advisors

   Kayla Terzi is a New York City–based hospitality real estate advisor at Vantage Real Estate Advisors, specializing in restaurant, café, bar, hotel, and experiential real estate across the city. Born and raised in NYC, Kayla combines her deep connection to the city with a passion for people, places, and the businesses that bring neighborhoods to life. She approaches real estate as more than transactions, positioning herself as a connector and strategic advisor who helps brands, operators, and landlords find the right opportunities to grow. Outside of real estate, Kayla is a wellness junkie, traveler, and curious explorer of NYC's ever-evolving food and hospitality scene. Through@Retailandrunning, she shares her experiences navigating the city, discovering new businesses, building relationships, and finding balance between ambition and living fully. At the heart of her work and personal life is a belief in the power of connection, continuous growth, and building a life that extends beyond the traditional definition of success. Find Kayla on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayla-terzi-649b151b6 On Instagram: @retailandrunning ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks. Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

2. 

   15 Oct 2026

   043: Faith Hershey, Leasing Representative at Regency Centers Midwest Retail Leasing

   Faith Hershey serves as Regency Centers' Midwest leasing agent, overseeing a portfolio of more than 30 primarily grocery-anchored shopping centers totaling approximately 4.5 million square feet of retail space. Her portfolio spans Illinois, including Chicago and its surrounding suburbs, as well as Ohio, Indiana, Minnesota, and Missouri. Prior to transitioning into leasing, Faith spent seven years on Regency Centers' marketing team, where she focused on dealmaking marketing and supported leasing agents nationwide across more than 480 properties totaling 61 million square feet. Instagram: @faithhersheycre LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faithhersheycre/ ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks. Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

3. 

   1 Oct 2026

   042: Tori Nook, Founder/CEO at Anchor Retail

   Tori Nook is the CEO & Founder of Anchor Retail, a national leader in retail and investment real estate advisory, commercial brokerage, and third-party property management. With 25 years of experience and nearly $1 billion in closed transactions, Tori is a nationally recognized expert in tenant representation, specializing in site selection, strategic planning, LOI negotiation, and site packaging for leading retailers, restaurants, landlords, and developers. She has built a career on long-term relationships, multi-state execution, and a proven track record across the U.S. Tori represents leading national and regional brands including Academy Sports, AutoZone, Signet Jewelers, PetSmart, Panera Bread, Bath & Body Works, Urban Air, SKECHERS, sweetgreen, Tommy's Car Wash, and Men's Wearhouse. A graduate of John Carroll University's Boler School of Business, Tori has been recognized as a Crain's Cleveland Top 40 Under 40, Notable Woman in Real Estate, and Notable Leader in Commercial Real Estate, as well as GlobeSt's 2026 Woman of Influence and a Midwest CRE Hall of Fame inductee. Licensed in Ohio, she leads offices in Cleveland and Columbus and serves on the boards of Providence House and Realty Resources Network. Tori on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/torirendanonook/ Tori on Instagram: @tori_nook Tori's podcast on YouTube: The Tori Nook Talk Show ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks. Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram. And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast. The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts

Who has been a guest on REtail REdux with Cory Zelnik

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Todd Cymbol
• David Drucker
• Mo Regalado

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 31 / 100

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Quality

33

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

71