Join us in welcoming CARW member, Matt Salamone with Colliers. Read more about Matt below –
Name: Matt Salamone
Title: Real Estate Advisor
Email: matt.salamone@colliers.com
Phone: 651.955.8943
Originally from the Twin Cities, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Commercial Real Estate and Marketing from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Prior to his time at Colliers | Wisconsin, Matt held multiple positions at Marquette University, including being the Vice President of the Commercial Real Estate Club where he demonstrated his leadership skills while also providing him with valuable experiences in team dynamics, networking and decision-making. With a strong passion for real estate, Matt approaches each client interaction with dedication and diligence.
Q) What do you enjoy most about Commercial Real Estate?
A) The relationships that are made with not only other real estate professionals, but owners throughout Wisconsin and the nation and hearing their journey’s in the world of real estate
Q) What is the best piece of advice you have received?
A) Create opportunity, don’t wait for it
Q) What is your favorite quote?
A) “Hard work beats talent, when talent doesn’t work hard”
Q) Where did you grow up?
A) Eagan, Minnesota
Q) What was cool growing up but isn’t cool now?
A) Bakugan Toys
Q) What projects are you involved/most excited about?
A) As I am new in the industry, I don’t have any big projects I’m working on yet, but currently am working on two investment sale deals in Wisconsin which is pretty exciting
Q) What is your favorite place to travel to?
A) Greece
Q) If you could have lunch with anyone, who would it be?
A) James Taylor
Q) What made you choose CRE?
A) Coming from a background without any family in the business, I had a little different experience when it came to wanting to pursue CRE. I did have family friends in the business which first got me interested, and when networking with professionals in the industry when I was younger and the vast amount of opportunities that are available, I truly had a passion for learning more about how the world of real estate operates and haven’t looked back.
Q) What goal would you like to accomplish within Commercial Real Estate?
A) Back to the relationship aspect of the business, being able to connect with people from all walks of life is something that I appreciate about this business. So my goal would be to meet as and connect with as many people as I can throughout my career which will ultimately lead me to where I want to be.
Q) What do you hope to get out of your membership with CARW?
A) To meet with fellow members and just be more engaged within the Wisconsin CRE scene.
Q) Is there anything you would like to share with other members?
A) I look forward to networking and meeting everyone!