In this episode, we sit down with Joshua Schuster, the CEO of Solarback LLC, to discuss his journey from real estate development in New York City to pioneering solar energy initiatives in Florida. Schuster shares his insights on the importance of sustainable energy, the challenges of transitioning industries, and how his company is making a significant impact by enabling commercial property owners to harness the power of solar energy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in renewable energy, entrepreneurship, and social impact!

Chapters:

(03:53) Josh Covent started in real estate development after graduating from college.

(09:47) Risk in real estate development and what motivates you

(19:30) How are you navigating the politicization of renewable energy initiatives

(21:47) How do you see us using solar energy and renewable sources of energy in the future

(29:46) We do need more social impact entrepreneurship in this world

(34:53) What is the difference between doing business in Manhattan and South Florida

(41:24) Solar Back, LLC is looking for large-scale flat rooms for Bitcoin mining

(48:38) Don't forget your mental health

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BLU Scholarship: https://www.blu.university/a/2147984849/YbykQKgP

Joshua A Schuster bio:

Josh Schuster founded Silverback Development to challenge the traditional approach to development in favor of projects that evoke an emotional response through intentional design and planning. Known for delivering high-profile developments, Josh has completed more than $650 million in real estate development, representing one million square feet of best-in-class mixed-use residential, retail, affordable, and hospitality properties.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Josh is committed to philanthropic work. He is the founder and chairman of the Bicol Clinic Foundation, a non-profit that constructs free medical clinics in developing countries. The foundation has raised more than $4 million and built four clinics on three continents.

As a former principal and co-founder of DHA Capital, Josh sourced and led the development of noteworthy luxury residential condominium and rental properties, including 75 Kenmare, 50 Clinton, 535 West 43rd Street, and 12 East 13th Street. Before DHA Capital, he launched Northpark Development, a full-service firm focused on residential mixed-use properties, and Northpark Property Management, a property management company. Josh also partnered with JMH Development as executive director and was responsible for the groundbreaking luxury renovation of 184 Kent Avenue, one of Williamsburg's most successful rental conversions. This transformation earned Josh a Building Brooklyn Award.

Josh is the youngest member to sit on the Baruch College Steven L. Newman Real Estate Institute board. He is also active with the American Real Estate and Urban Economics Association, Urban Land Institute and the New York Private Equity Network. Josh also launched Skyraiser, a crowdfunding platform allowing users to see their interests in an open market. Josh was named one of The Real Deal’s Real Estate Rising Stars and Real Estate Forum’s Emerging Multifamily Leaders.

Connect with Josh:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-schuster-27327a65