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Hala Moddelmog of the Woodruff Arts Center and CBRE’s Nicole Goldsmith discuss Atlanta's &nbsp;economic and cultural development, highlighting the role of diverse talent, sports, the arts and entertainment and a welcoming business climate in its rise. Share these insights from this week’s episode:&nbsp;<ul><li>Corporate support, cultural institutions and educational resources fuel Atlanta's economic development.</li><li>The growing preference for mixed-use environments and high-amenity office spaces has attracted global brands and talent.</li><li>Major sporting events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and strategic urban development projects will continue to shape Atlanta's global standing.</li><li>Addressing infrastructure challenges, particularly in the transit system, are key to supporting future growth.</li><li>One of the most educated cities in the U.S., Atlanta’s ability to retain its diverse, highly skilled workforce is critical for sustained success.</li></ul>

Nicole Goldsmith is a Senior Vice President of CBRE specializing in the marketing and leasing of office buildings for institutional owners. Nicole has established herself as a market expert known for her attention to detail and creative marketing strategies. She has a proven track record of strategically repositioning underperforming assets including Atlantic Station, Salesforce Tower, and Bank of America Plaza.

Since joining CBRE in 2010, Nicole and her team have completed more than 11 million rentable square feet of office leasing consisting of more than 1,200 transactions. Nicole is currently responsible for the marketing and leasing of several million square feet of office buildings in the Atlanta area including One Phipps Plaza, Bank of America Plaza, Ponce City Market, 201 17th Street, and The Collective at Concourse.


Nicole Goldsmith

Senior Vice President, CBRE 

Hala Moddelmog is President and Chief Executive Officer of the Woodruff Arts Center. Moddelmog has spent 30 years in President and CEO roles and served as a Corporate Director for four New York Stock Exchange companies and a Carlyle Group private portfolio company board. She has spent the majority of her career in Atlanta.



Hala Moddelmog

Woodruff Arts Center, President & Chief Executive Officer

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