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NAIOP has launched a chapter in the Gulf Coast region!
Mission
NAIOP Gulf Coast's mission is to facilitate the growth of the commercial real estate development industry along the Gulf Coast through timely research and education, effective legislative advocacy, and relationship building with key stakeholders. We will promote the marketplace and elevate business development opportunities throughout the Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama coasts.
Membership Dues
NAIOP membership is an investment in your business and career. Dues are determined by membership type/status, the number of members from your company and chapter dues, among other factors.
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NAIOP Gulf Coast Member and Local News
NAIOP Gulf Coast members can share important commercial real estate transactions including purchases, sales, major financing, awarding of property management contracts, groundbreakings, leases, land sales, mergers and acquisitions, and hiring.
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Mobile Chamber’s Kayla Byrne Named One Of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers
May 12, 2025
Scannell Properties Breaks Ground on 500-acre Railport Logistics Industrial Park in Mobile, AL
November 7, 2024
Newlab Expands to Louisiana with new Energy-Focused Innovation Hub
May 12, 2025
Historic Investment: Woodside Energy Announces $17.5 Billion Final Investment Decision for LNG Facility in Southwest Louisiana; Becomes Largest Foreign Direct Investment in State History
April 28, 2025
Hyundai plans to build $5.8B steel mill in La.
March 25, 2025
The biggest Economic Development news in our chapter coverage area was the announcement yesterday of Hyundai’s new $5.8 B steel mill coming to Ascension Parish. See attached article. This announcement was made at the White House and will be a huge boon for the parish.
Stirling and Kent Design+Build Celebrate Ribbon Cutting of New Corporate Headquarters at River Chase
February 12, 2025
Stirling had the ribbon cutting for our new 50,000 SF corporate office in our River Chase development, Covington, LA. We also announced the construction of a 2nd 75,000 SF office building, which will be the 3rd we’ve built at the site. If you’d like to interview our President & CEO Townsend Underhill, or our VP Johnd Woodard, I’m happy to arrange a phone call.
Energy and Electricity
Learn about NAIOP's position on energy and electricity. Congress needs to pursue comprehensive energy policies designed to meet the growing need for electricity throughout the U.S. economy. The lack of future availability of electricity is hindering the commercial real estate development needed to support industries in a rapidly transforming economy.
Get Involved Today!
NAIOP Gulf Coast’s local committees play a vital role in the strength and success of our Chapter. Getting involved is one of the best ways for members to build meaningful connections, grow professionally, and contribute to the advancement of our region’s commercial real estate industry. Whether you're looking to expand your network, share your expertise, or learn something new, there’s a place for you.
Government Affairs
The Government Affairs Committee ensures member concerns are heard and addressed at the local, state, and national levels.
Chair: Evan Scroggs
Membership
The Membership Committee coordinates membership campaigns and outreach events in order to attract new members to our growing organization.
Chair: Kristian Sonnier
Programming
The Programming Committee plans Gulf Coast’s annual educational, networking, and showcasing events. They identify and engage thought leaders in the commercial real estate arena to generate fresh ideas and enhance membership value within our community.
Co-Chairs: Joel Ross; Robert Bronstein
Sponsorship
The Sponsorship Committee cultivates relationships with CRE firms throughout the Gulf Coast and secures annual sponsors for NAIOP Gulf Coast.
Co-Chairs: Melissa Warren; Stephen Scullin
Government Affairs
What Our Members Are Saying: Recent Survey Results
As part of NAIOP Gulf Coast’s mission to support and grow the commercial real estate development industry—particularly through effective legislative advocacy—we regularly survey our members to ensure our efforts reflect the priorities and concerns of those we serve. The results of our most recent survey offer valuable insight into the issues that matter most to our membership and help guide our ongoing advocacy initiatives.
Thank you to everyone who participated—and keep an eye out for future surveys as we continue working to amplify your voice.
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Melissa Warren, CCIM
NAIOP Gulf Coast PresidentSenior Advisor, Market Leader - New Orleans, Stirling -
Robert Bronstein
NAIOP Gulf Coast President-ElectDirector of Business Development, Gulf Distributing Company -
Janet Galati
NAIOP Gulf Coast TreasurerVice President of Energy Sector Growth, Baton Rouge Area Chamber -
Grady Fitzpatrick
NAIOP Gulf Coast At-LargeChief Business Development Officer, Greater New Orleans, Inc. -
Bryce French
NAIOP Gulf Coast At-LargeCommercial Real Estate Brokerage, Development, and Investment, CBRE -
Kristian Sonnier
NAIOP Gulf Coast At-LargeVice President of Communications and Business Development, Ryan Gootee General Contractors
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About NAIOP
NAIOP is the leading association of more than 21,000 members with an extensive network of more than 50 chapters across North America that represent the interests of developers and owners of industrial, office and mixed-use commercial real estate. NAIOP provides advocacy, education and business opportunities by connecting members in a powerful North American network in the commercial real estate development and investment industry.
