From the Port to the Boardroom: Linda Hothem’s Legacy in Bay Area Industrial Real Estate

28/08/2025 34 min Episodio 18
From the Port to the Boardroom: Linda Hothem’s Legacy in Bay Area Industrial Real Estate

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, host Drew Hess sits down with Linda Hothem, Owner and CEO of Pacific American Group, to explore her remarkable journey from social work to becoming a leading force in industrial real estate. Linda shares the founding story behind Pacific American, her pivotal role in shaping the Port of Oakland’s trade infrastructure, overcoming personal tragedy, and her continued legacy through mentorship, philanthropy, and sustainability. It’s a powerful conversation on leadership, resilience, and innovation in the Bay Area’s evolving commercial real estate landscape.

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