Friday, September 1, 2017

TODs - Expanding America’s Housing and Transportation Options


A real estate investor based in Chicago, Illinois, David Trandel has over 27 years of experience in capital markets and investment banking. The chief executive of Springbank Capital Advisors, LLC, in Chicago, David Trandel develops and manages Transit Oriented Developments (TODs).

TODs have developed in response to the seismic shift in the US population and the environmental concerns of younger generations. Because of a growing singles population, reduced family sizes, road congestion, climate change, and an increased demand for sustainable urban living, homebuyers and renters are showing a high preference for living in areas conveniently located next to transit amenities. 

TODs are essentially more compact developments located within walking distance to major transit stations. These compact developments are mixed use, including housing, jobs, restaurants, shops, and entertainment. The goal of TODs is to provide more housing and transportation choices for people of all ages and incomes. 

Because everything is within walking distance in TODs, car usage is minimized, leading to reduced energy costs, greenhouse gas emissions, and congestion. This can lower infrastructure costs in the long run, redirecting municipal funds to other sectors such as education and healthcare.

Friday, August 25, 2017

A Look at the Executive Education Program at Wharton


Based in Chicago, Illinois, David Trandel has built an accomplished career in the financial and real estate industries over nearly three decades. Complementing his current work as CEO and chairman of Springbank Capital Advisors in Chicago, David Trandel completed the Wharton School of Business Executive Education Program. 

The Wharton Executive Education program draws the participation of more than 10,000 business executives every year. Both individuals and organizations can enroll for the program, which fosters advanced knowledge of several key business competencies. 

Through Wharton, professionals can pursue Executive Education in the realm of leadership. From Team & Individual Leadership to Negotiation & Persuasion, these courses enable participants to explore their views on management and expand upon them. To this end, Wharton provides courses on such topics as overseeing strong sales teams and becoming a global executive.

Business executives can also turn to the Wharton Executive Education program if they are looking to broaden their knowledge of financial practices. The world-recognized Finance & Wealth Management program helps prepare students for activities in both global and corporate finance. Participants take general courses in financial management and investment and fulfill the coursework needed to obtain crucial financial certifications. Those who participate in at least four of Wharton’s Executive Education courses in six years will receive a Certificate of Professional Development.