From Bar Mitzvah to Billionaire: David Adelman’s Journey
From Bar Mitzvah to Billionaire: David Adelman’s Journey  
Podcast: The Playbook With David Meltzer
Published On: Tue Oct 17 2023
Description: Today's episode is from a conversation with David Adelman, CEO of Campus Apartments, co-founder and vice chairman of FS Investments, and founder of Darco Capital. I explore Adelman's unique entrepreneurial journey, beginning with a pivotal experience at age 11, which led to his first investment in real estate at 13 using his Bar Mitzvah money. Adelman shares invaluable insights about learning to listen more, the importance of relationships in investments, and his ability to manage multiple projects, acknowledging his weaknesses and leveraging others' strengths. We delve into his current massive project, an arena that promises significant job creation, and discuss the alignment of vision in partnerships.