Professor Jared Harrell: Shaping Future Leaders in Commercial Real Estate

The Industrialist

In this insightful episode of The Industrialist, Jeremy Mercer sits down with Jared Harrell, Director of the Texas Tech Center for Real Estate and Associate Professor of Practice at the Rawls College of Business. Since joining Texas Tech University in 2015, Professor Harrell has integrated his extensive background as a real estate lawyer into his teaching, providing a robust learning experience for his students.

Professor Harrell's career has been marked by a unique blend of legal expertise and financial acumen, which has been instrumental in the successful completion of a variety of transactions across several industries including commercial real estate, energy exploration, agriculture, banking, and governmental infrastructure projects. In his courses, such as Real Estate Fundamentals, Real Estate Investments, and Real Estate Law, he applies academic theories to these practical experiences, enriching his students' understanding of real-world real estate dynamics.

In addition to his teaching duties, Professor Harrell serves as a faculty advisor to the Real Estate Organization, fostering opportunities for students to engage directly with industry professionals and analyze real estate markets and investments practically. His role extends beyond the university as he regularly advises individuals, businesses, government agencies, and charitable organizations on all aspects of real estate projects.

Furthermore, Jared Harrell contributes his expertise to sophisticated financial dealings, assisting investors and financial institutions with transactions ranging from traditional bank loans secured by real estate to private debt and equity investments in development projects. He also holds the position of general counsel for The Miles Foundation, Inc., where he supports the foundation's efforts in promoting educational advancements that ensure the success of future generations.