Episode 400: JBG SMITHs Matt Kelly on Placemaking and Striking the Right Balance Across Communities
Matt Kelly, CEO of JBG SMITH (NYSE: JBGS) and Nareit\u2019s 2024 chair, was a guest on the 400 th episode of Nareit\u2019s REIT Report podcast.
In a wide-ranging interview, Kelly speaks about placemaking\u2014a hallmark of the REIT\u2019s approach to development\u2014and the importance of \u201cstriking the right balance\u201d between public space, retail, and work and living spaces, alongside basic neighborhood necessities.
He also talks about the importance of affordable housing, JBG SMITH\u2019s shift to become a majority multifamily REIT, the Potomac Yard arena project, the REIT\u2019s ongoing commitment to National Landing and the Northern Virginia submarket, and more.