CRE.Converge 2022

DEALS. CONNECTIONS. TRENDS.

About CRE.Converge

Date: Monday, October 10, 2022 - Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Where: Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago, Illinois

There's no better opportunity for you to touch base with your peers and seize the opportunities you'll find at our fall conference.

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Agenda

* Schedule is subject to change.

11:30 a.m.

Registration Open

Time: 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. CT

Presented by Wipfli, LLP.

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noon

Executive Committee Meeting

Time: noon - 3 p.m. CT

Open only to members of the Executive Committee.

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2 p.m.

Research Foundation Fundraising Committee

Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. CT

Open only to members of the Fundraising Committee for the NAIOP Research Foundation.

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3 p.m.

Research Foundation Research Committee

Time: 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. CT

Open only to members of the Research Committee for the NAIOP Research Foundation.

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4 p.m.

Research Foundation Trustees Meeting

Time: 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. CT

Open only to Trustees for the NAIOP Research Foundation.

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6 p.m.

NAIOP Corporate Board of Directors Reception and Dinner

Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. CT

Open only to members of the NAIOP Corporate Board of Directors.

Reception presented by Marcus & Millichap.

Dinner presented by Granite Properties.

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7 a.m.

Registration Open

Time: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. CT

Presented by Wipfli, LLP.

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7 a.m.

Espresso Bar Open

Time: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. CT

Espresso bar presented by Link Logistics Real Estate.

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7:30 a.m.

Membership and Chapter Relations Committee

Time: 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. ET

By invitation only.

7:30 a.m.

NAIOP Government Affairs Subcommittee Meeting (Environment and Infrastructure; State and Local; Tax and Finance)

Time: 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. ET

By invitation only.

8 a.m.

New Corporate Board Orientation

Time: 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. CT

Open only to members of the NAIOP Corporate Board of Directors.

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8 a.m.

Local Project Tours

Time: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET

For all tours, if you have not checked in for your tour 10 minutes before scheduled departure, your seat will be resold. No refunds for no-shows.

Select from nine different project tours:.

Explore Historic Pullman Park
Oracle Industries Innovation Lab
On the Cutting Edge: Bystronic Experience Center
A Taste of Innovation at Fulton Market [Sold Out]
Bringing New Life to the North Side: Lincoln Yards and the Salt Shed
Creative Site Acquisition: From Subdivision to Industrial Site
Redeveloping an Icon: Tribune Tower and the Magnificent Mile
Large-scale Redevelopments: The Old Post Office and Willis Tower
Celebrate Chicago's Iconic Architecture on the Chicago River [Sold Out]

Add these events to your conference registration to make the most of your time at CRE.Converge. We encourage you to register for the project tour of your choice before it reaches capacity!

See available tours. Space is limited; register now!

Tours presented by Wintrust Commercial Real Estate.

9:30 a.m.

NAIOP Corporate Board of Directors Meeting

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. CT

Open only to members of the NAIOP Corporate Board of Directors.

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11:45 a.m.

NAIOP Annual Meeting and Passing of the Gavel

Time: 11:45 a.m. - noon CT

All conference attendees and NAIOP members are invited to attend as we show our appreciation for the excellent service and leadership of 2022 Chair Jeffrey Milanaik, Bridge Development Partners LLC, and welcome the 2023 Executive Committee led by Kim Snyder, Prologis.

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noon

Joint Research Foundation Governors and Industry Trends Meeting

Time: noon - 3 p.m. CT

Open only to Foundation Governors and members of the Industry Trends group.

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12:30 p.m.

Chapter Leaders Town Hall

Time: 12:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. CT

Chapter presidents, presidents-elect and executives are invited to an exclusive session with the NAIOP Corporate Executive Committee and senior staff members. You’ll have the opportunity to share your feedback and ideas in a facilitated town hall setting, then participate in roundtables organized by topic and chapter size. Your input and ideas will help inform our leadership on the issues important to your chapter and what you believe the association should address in upcoming strategic planning.

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4 p.m.

NAIOP Braindate Lounge

Time: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. CT

Inspire productive discussions, share common interests, and create real connections by joining 1:1 or group conversations with other attendees using the Braindate tool.

Learn more about Braindate.

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4 p.m.

Exhibits Open

Time: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. ET

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4 p.m.

NAIOP Gives Back: U.S. Hunger

Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. CT

NAIOP is kicking off CRE.Converge 2022 with a fun, high-energy and hands-on meal packing event. Join your colleagues, friends and new connections as we pack 20,000 meals for people struggling with food insecurity in partnership with U.S. Hunger. Attendees will form teams of 10, work side by side to assemble healthy meals, battle other teams in fun challenges, all in support of the local community.

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us! RSVP for the event when you register for the conference.

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NAIOP Gives Back presented by HILCO Redevelopment Partners.

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5 p.m.

Welcome Reception

Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. CT

Strengthen existing partnerships and expand your network with new connections during this kick-off event. Meet fellow conference attendees, sponsors and exhibitors who can help you achieve your business goals.

Presented by Americal Western Steel.

Co-presented by Gold Sponsors.

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7 p.m.

DL Social at SPIN Pingpong

Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. CT

Work on your backhand serve and meet other Developing Leaders during an exclusive event on the first night of the conference. You’ll make lasting connections while you enjoy food and drinks that fuel you to pong the night away. Master your topspin and network with your peers as you compete and connect!

Presented by LJB, Inc.

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7 p.m.

Research Foundation Governors Dinner

Time: 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. CT

By invitation only.

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Day 3 Agenda

Tuesday, October 11, 2022

7 a.m.

Registration Open

Time: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. CT

Presented by Wipfli, LLP.

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7 a.m.

Espresso Bar Open

Time: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. CT

Espresso bar presented by Link Logistics Real Estate.

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8 a.m.

NAIOP Braindate Lounge

Time: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CT

Inspire productive discussions, share common interests, and create real connections by joining 1:1 or group conversations with other attendees using the Braindate tool.

Learn more about Braindate.

Presented by Bridge Industrial.

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8 a.m.

Exhibits Open

Time: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CT

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8 a.m.

Breakfast Keynote General Session

Time: 8 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. CT

Keynote presented by Newmark.

Breakfast presented by BREEAM USA.

Main stage presented by CRG.

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9:45 a.m.

Networking Break in Exhibits

Time: 9:45 a.m. - 10 a.m. CT

Presented by Rockefeller Group.

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10 a.m.

CRE Talk: Affordable Housing for the Workforce

Time: 10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. CT

It's important for people to have the option to live near where they work, particularly those workers who are most essential to local economies and communities. When people can afford to live closer to their jobs, entire communities reap the benefits. Commute times and traffic congestion ease, and economies are strengthened by helping employers attract and retain the essential workers they need. Explore this topic with two Chicago-area companies who are making an impact on affordable housing.

Facilitators:
Kemena Brooks, Director of Development, The Community Builders
Jacques Sandberg, Vice President, Related Midwest

Presented by Bridge Industrial.

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10 a.m.

Student Session

Time: 10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. CT

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10 a.m.

It’s About Time: Fixing the Development Approvals Process

Time: 10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. CT

The increasing complexity of land development, new regulations, fewer municipal employees, and the pandemic have all combined to create even longer delays in permit and entitlements processes. These delays not only increase project costs for the development team, but they also hinder a locality’s economic competitiveness. This session will explore ways in which development approvals processes have impacted local and regional economic development. A panel of developers, economic development officials and planners will discuss examples of how they have successfully navigated and shaped land use requirements for mutual benefit.

Moderator:
Jill Didier, Vice President, Milwaukee Business Development, Miron Construction Co., Inc.

Panelists:
Ciere Boatright, Vice President of Real Estate and Community Development, CRG
Mariah DiGrino, Partner, DLA Piper
Matt Moroney, President and Chief Operating Officer, Wangard Partners, Inc.
Jason Peters, JD/MPA, Village/Town Administrator, Village and Town of Somers, Wisconsin

Presented by CenterPoint Properties, CRG, Link Logistics Real Estate, Newmark.

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10 a.m.

Supply Chain Disruption and Innovation

Time: 10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. CT

There’s no shortage of supply chain topics and pain points to discuss in today’s global marketplace. In this session, speakers will dive into the latest trends and challenges that are top of mind: Where are we seeing supply chain chokepoints in the U.S. and abroad? What is the current climate for trucking? What’s the impact of labor/driver shortages? How is inflation having an impact? What are the latest consumer and investor perspectives on the supply chain changes? Plus, discuss tactics for navigating the current environment and how to create flexibility in your network to get supply chains back on track.

Moderator:
Joe Dunlap, Managing Director, Global Supply Chain Consulting, CBRE

Panelists:
Cary Hutchings, Director, Corporate Real Estate, BNSF Railway
Jennifer McNeill, Vice President, True Value Company
Edip Pektas, Founder, Airblox
Chris Pickett, Chief Strategy Officer, Flock Freight

Presented by CenterPoint Properties, CRG, Link Logistics Real Estate, Newmark.

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10 a.m.

Using Data-informed Decisions for a Successful Return to the Office

Time: 10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. CT

A panel discussion will explore how a data-driven approach can help landlords counsel tenants on their return-to-office strategy. By collecting and synthesizing employee data, businesses can better understand the role of flexibility in what, when, who, where and how their employees need to perform at their highest and most satisfying level and create a compelling win-win-win for the employee, the company, and the landlord space they occupy. This panel will include subject matter experts who are each exploring varied approaches to addressing the return-to-office challenge with actionable tools that landlords can take away and deploy for their tenants as a value-added incentive.

Moderator:
Clark Lindsay, CEO, Pacific Program Management Group LLC

Panelists:
Siobhan Harold Fink, Vice President, Workplace Consulting, Pacific Program Management Group LLC
Craig Robinson, Chief Growth Officer, Industrious
Ben Waber, President and Co-founder, Humanyze

Presented by CenterPoint Properties, CRG, Link Logistics Real Estate, Newmark.

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10 a.m.

Research Directors Meeting

Time: 10 a.m. - noon CT

By invitation only.

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10:50 a.m.

Networking Break in Exhibits

Time: 10:50 a.m. - 11:10 a.m. CT

Presented by Rockefeller Group.

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11:10 a.m.

CRE Talk: The Future of the Urban Office

Time: 11:10 a.m. - noon CT

We’ve all seen the headlines about the demise of the central business district and the urban office, but will this really be the new normal? Join experts from two of America’s largest cities – Chicago and New York – to dive into the future of the urban office. What opportunities exist that may not have been there before the pandemic? What role can developers and owners play in revitalizing CBD’s and their office products and how can they work with economic development corporations and business improvement districts to accelerate economic recovery?

Facilitators:
Michael Edwards, President & CEO, Chicago Loop Alliance
Melissa Román Burch, Chief Operating Officer, NYCEDC

Presented by Bridge Industrial.

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11:10 a.m.

Cultivating a Culture of Innovation and Tech Adoption in CRE

Time: 11:10 a.m. - noon CT

The panel discussion will explore how CRE can adopt and invest in technology by focusing on creating an inclusive culture – a necessary ingredient for innovation. Learn how diversity of thought creates the right environment for innovation, and why innovation and technology adoption will be instrumental for CRE to continue to unlock value from its assets now and in the future. The discussion will also dive into the key areas of focus that should be top of mind for landlords in each asset class, which technologies are revolutionizing CRE, and best practices for integration. Hear about some of the investment vehicles available for making both direct and indirect investments in Proptech.

Moderator:
Celeste Tanner, Chief Development Officer, Confluent Development

Panelists:
Ben Grippi, Head of Strategic Real Estate Technology, The RMR Group
Daniel Levison, CCIM, SIOR, CEO, CRE Holdings
Ryan Rademann, Senior Manager – Construction and Real Estate, Wipfli, LLP
Marat Safir, ITRA, Principal and Co-founder, TMG Real Estate Advisors

Presented by Prologis, American Western Steel, Bridge Industrial, HILCO Redevelopment Partners.

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11:10 a.m.

Inside the Boardroom: How Supply Chain and Logistics Drive Site Selection

Time: 11:10 a.m. - noon CT

Transportation drives real estate, and issues in the sector often impact industrial real estate 1.5 years later – what speaker Adam Roth with NAI Hiffman likes to call “The Rule of 1.5.” This session will explore how the industrial real estate market has been affected by the recent disruptions in the supply chain, provide an inside look at how corporations are making their site selections decisions, discuss the state of industrial real estate and where the sector is heading.

Speaker:
Adam Roth, CCIM, SIOR, Executive Vice President, NAI Hiffman

Presented by Prologis, American Western Steel, Bridge Industrial, HILCO Redevelopment Partners.

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11:10 a.m.

Leveraging Global Sustainability Standards for Stronger Asset Performance

Time: 11:10 a.m. - noon CT

This panel will address the need for improved environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance within the U.S. real estate sector, as well as the steps owners/operators can take to achieve effective progress across assets. Panelists will assess the significant considerations involved in developing and deploying a comprehensive and strategic approach to ESG, including investor demands, regulatory guidelines, and financing options. Panelists will specifically discuss how global investors are influencing the requirements and approach to sustainability in the U.S. and best practices and methods for executing on strategy. Walk away from this session with a greater understanding of why and how real estate organizations should approach ESG performance to minimize the risks of climate change on the built environment.

Moderator:
Breana Wheeler, Director of Operations, BREEAM USA

Panelists:
Keara Fanning, Senior Director, ESG, Link Logistics Real Estate
Rielle Green, LEED O+M AP, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador, Director of ESG, Acadia Realty Trust
Leslie Moore, Senior Vice President, Director of ESG and Corporate Operations, LXP Industrial Trust
Lindy Schrik, Director of ESG, CenterPoint Properties

Presented by Prologis, American Western Steel, Bridge Industrial, HILCO Redevelopment Partners.

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noon

Lunch Keynote General Session with Marci Rossell

Time: noon - 2 p.m. CT

Speaker:
Marci Rossell, Expert Economic Forecaster; Former CNBC Chief Economist and Co-host of SQUAWK BOX

Keynote presented by Prologis.

Keynote co-presented by Gold Sponsors.

Lunch presented by CBRE.

Main stage presented by CRG.

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2 p.m.

Networking Break in Exhibits

Time: 2 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. CT

Presented by Rockefeller Group.

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2:20 p.m.

CRE Talk: What Office Tenants Want Now

Time: 2:20 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. CT

New expectations for amenities and less glamorous aspects like HVAC and air purification have become center stage as we return to the office. Which of these changes are here to stay? In this talk, explore the upgrades and amenities that have the strongest impact and ROI for attracting and retaining tenants and enticing employees to return to the office.

Facilitator:
Dawn Riegel, Principal, Ware Malcomb

Presented by Bridge Industrial.

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2:20 p.m.

Capital Markets: Investing in a Rising Interest Rate Environment

Time: 2:20 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. CT

The inflationary environment of today has put the brakes on some of the easy returns that have been enjoyed over the last several years in commercial real estate. In this discussion, experts will share how the current economic environment is impacting their business decisions and appetite for risk; how the market is responding; differences between product types; and whether companies are more discriminating in their investments, especially when considering other negative variables like rising construction costs.

Moderator:
Bart Johnson, President and CRE Market Head, Wintrust Bank

Panelists:
Al Pontius, Senior Vice President, National Director, Office & Industrial Divisions, Marcus & Millichap
Peter Schultz, Executive Vice President - East Region, First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc.
Shahin Yazdi, Principal/Managing Director, George Smith Partners, Inc.

Presented by Majestic Realty, Marcus & Millichap, Moody's Analytics.

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2:20 p.m.

Impact of Labor Supply on Investment, Site Selection and Development

Time: 2:20 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. CT

A labor pool once flush with plenty of workers is becoming more like a scare resource, and commercial real estate is feeling the squeeze. This panel will bring together experts who will discuss current workforce supply and hiring trends, means for identifying and developing new talent, employee retention and more. Experts will share how they’re managing the labor shortage, specific strategies they’ve implemented, and new technologies that can help support worker retention.

Moderator:
Bret Swango, CFA, Senior Vice President, Colliers

Panelists:
Commissioner Julian Alvarez, Commissioner Representing Labor, Texas Workforce Commission
Steve Johnson, Chief People and Compliance Officer, Bluecrew
Mark Wheeler, Director Strategy, Supply Chain Execution, Zebra Technologies

Presented by Majestic Realty, Marcus & Millichap, Moody's Analytics.

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2:30 p.m.

CEO/Company Leadership Meeting & Talent Development Group

Time: 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. CT

By invitation only.

Presented by Ware Malcomb.

3:10 p.m.

Networking Break in Exhibits

Time: 3:10 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. CT

Presented by Rockefeller Group.

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3:30 p.m.

CRE Talk: The Hot Topic of Cold Storage

Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. CT

Everyone is talking about cold storage, but what are the true costs, best locations and differences in product and design? Who leases these buildings, and what does the construction process look like? Connect with experts from FCL Builders who will share the answers to these questions, explore trends in cold storage and forecast future demand.

Facilitators:
Larry Davis, Vice President, FCL Builders
Chris Moore, Associate Vice President of Project Development, FCL Builders
Cory Singer, Vice President of Business Development, FCL Builders

Presented by Bridge Industrial.

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3:30 p.m.

A Candid Conversation on Office Conversions

Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. CT

Take away valuable insights and understand key considerations – as well as some of the risk and challenges – for office conversions in this two-part session. First, three speakers will each present case studies for projects where an office building was repositioned for a new, non-office use. Next, a panel discussion will dive into lessons learned, plus the unique legal, financing, engineering, zoning and community engagement considerations for these types of projects. Find out what pitfalls to avoid and how you can increase your ROI in these unique projects.

Moderator:
Liz Berthelette, CRE, Director of Research, Newmark

Panelists:
Rob Marek, Principal, E-Z Riser Roof Raising
Jennifer Rosenberg, Development Director, Keystone Development + Investment
Tim Walsh, Chief Investment Officer, Dermody Properties

Presented by USAA Real Estate, Wipfli, LLP, BREEAM USA.

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3:30 p.m.

Goods Distribution and the Next Generation of E-commerce Fulfillment

Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. CT

This session will start with an overview of goods distribution across North America – the good, the bad and the ugly – and examine current macro trends in e-commerce fulfillment. Speakers will share insights into the construction of fulfillment centers, including how to execute an accelerated construction schedule to meet growing demand, and outline the costs associated with that approach. Learn more about the design elements unique to e-commerce facilities, including exit strategies, power-saving elements and integrating charging stations, and discuss investment opportunities in the sector.

Moderator:
Joseph McNeill, CEO, McNeill Real Estate Services

Panelists:
Michael Anderson, Senior Project Manager, DLR Group
Keith Largay, Senior Managing Director, Chicago Office Co-Head, JLL Capital Markets
Carolyn Salzer, Director, Head of Americas Logistics & Industrial Research, Cushman & Wakefield

Presented by USAA Real Estate, Wipfli LLP, BREEAM USA.

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4:30 p.m.

Developing Leaders Award Winners Reception

Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. CT

By invitation only.

Presented by Bridge Industrial, Granite Properties, Prologis.

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4:30 p.m.

National Forums Leadership Reception

Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. CT

By invitation only.

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5:30 p.m.

Networking Reception at The Old Post Office

Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. CT

Connect with other conference attendees as you take in 360-degree city and river views from the largest urban rooftop in Chicago at The Old Post Office. Enjoy drinks and appetizers at this iconic Chicago landmark, which just completed an $800 million renovation, the largest historic redevelopment in the country.

Shuttle buses are provided for attendees and will depart from the Chicago Marriott Downtown starting at 5:10pm.

Presented by NAIOP Chicago Chapter.

Co-presented by Presenting and Premier Sponsors.

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7 p.m.

National Forums Dinners

Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. CT

Open only to National Forums members and their guests.

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Day 4 Agenda

Wednesday, October 12, 2022

7 a.m.

Registration Open

Time: 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. CT

Presented by Wipfli, LLP.

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7 a.m.

Espresso Bar Open

Time: 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. CT

Espresso bar presented by Link Logistics Real Estate.

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7:30 a.m.

National Forums Leadership Meeting

Time: 7:30 a.m. - 8 a.m. CT

Open to National Forums Chairs and Vice Chairs only.

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8 a.m.

Breakfast Keynote: Transforming Disruptive Technology into Opportunity for Real Estate

Time: 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. CT

In his keynote remarks, Steep will examine the most significant technological advancements that have the potential to impact commercial real estate in the next five to 10 years. Take a deep dive into digital cities, the future of transportation/infrastructure (including autonomous vehicles), the future of e-commerce, the logistics issues of last mile, the “Amazon effect” and its impact, drone deliveries (how far away are we from these being prevalent?), and the implications of all these advancements on the financial markets.

Speaker:
Mike Steep, Executive Director, Stanford Engineering Center for Disruptive Technology and Digital Cities; Former SVP of Global Business Operations, PARC Xerox

Keynote co-presented by Silver Sponsors.

Breakfast presented by Dayton Street Partners.

Main stage presented by CRG.

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9:30 a.m.

Chapter Executives Meeting

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. CT

Open to Chapter Executives only.

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9:30 a.m.

National Forums Meetings

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. CT

Open to National Forums members only.

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Keynotes

Marci Rossell
Expert Economic Forecaster; Former CNBC Chief Economist and Co-host of SQUAWK BOX

Marci Rossell is a world-renowned economist and financial expert who speaks candidly on the nexus of economics, politics, culture, and the media. She honed her animated style serving as Chief Economist for CNBC, where she became a household name and a must-watch source of financial news. The former co-host of the well-known “pre-market” morning news and talk show Squawk Box, Rossell takes complex economic issues, often dull in the button-down business press, and makes them relevant to people's lives, families, and careers.

Prior to her career in broadcast journalism, Rossell served as corporate economist and investment spokesperson for OppenheimerFunds, one of the nation’s largest mutual fund companies. Her success in the private sector led to her economic commentary being revered and ultimately her appointments on nationally syndicated talk shows. Before moving to Wall Street, she was an expert witness for Deloitte & Touche in court cases involving economic issues. Rossell began her career as an economist with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. She earned a Ph.D. in Economics from Southern Methodist University, where she was named one of the Young Alumni of the Year in 2002.

Keynote presented by Prologis.

Mike Steep

Mike Steep
Executive Director, Stanford Engineering Center for Disruptive Technology and Digital Cities; Former SVP of Global Business Operations, PARC Xerox

Drawing on 30 years of experience driving innovation and leading operations at companies including Apple and Microsoft, Mike Steep shares strategies on how to leverage emerging technology into bottom line business opportunities. Throughout his career, Mike has worked in the presence of industry legends including David Packard, Bill Gates, and Satya Nadella, witnessing first-hand some of the greatest breakthroughs and transformations within organizations and entire industries.

Author of the critically acclaimed book First Light of Day: A Cautionary Tale of Our Future, Steep is the founder and executive director of Stanford’s Engineering Center for Disruptive Technology and Digital Cities. In this role, he has built a bridge between Stanford’s disruptive technologies labs and 30 corporate partners – including Amazon, Cushman & Wakefield, Hitachi, and Visa – to create new opportunities for innovation and monetization.

Mike is the former SVP of Global Business Operations at PARC, where he worked with CEO’s and R&D executives from companies including BMW, Google, P&G, L’Oreal, and Air Bus to transform technology disruption of their industries into new lines of business. He has had an exceptional career with more than two decades of global operating experience at companies including HP, Apple, IBM, Microsoft, and PARC’s world-renowned innovation center. Steep earned his MBA from the University of Virginia, and his BA from the University of Pennsylvania. He is an Adjunct Professor of Digital Business at Imperial College London and has served on several Smart Cities Boards including the City of London, advising commercial clients on the impact of emerging technology in their industries.

Keynote co-presented by Silver Sponsors.

Special Event and Tours

Select from nine different project tours giving you an up-close look at Chicago.

- Explore Historic Pullman Park
- Oracle Industries Innovation Lab
- On the Cutting Edge: Bystronic Experience Center
- A Taste of Innovation at Fulton Market [Sold Out]
- Bringing New Life to the North Side: Lincoln Yards and the Salt Shed
- Creative Site Acquisition: From Subdivision to Industrial Site
- Redeveloping an Icon: Tribune Tower and the Magnificent Mile
- Large-scale Redevelopments: The Old Post Office and Willis Tower
- Celebrate Chicago's Iconic Architecture on the Chicago River [Sold Out]

Add these events to your conference registration to make the most of your time at CRE.Converge. We encourage you to register for the project tour of your choice before it reaches capacity!

Space is limited; register now!

Special Event and Tours Details

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Member Type	Standard through Oct. 7	Onsite
Member	$1,295	$1,395
Developing Leader Member	$995	$1,095
Nonmember	$1,695	$1,795

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NAIOP Gives Back: U.S. Hunger

U.S. Hunger

Monday, Oct. 10, 4-5 p.m.
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us!

Presented by HILCO Redevelopment Partners.

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Hotel and Travel

Conference Hotel

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Transportation and Parking

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile has easy access to two airports and offers valet and self-parking.

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Weather in Chicago

Business casual attire is recommended for speakers and conference attendees. Average October temperatures in Chicago range from a daytime high of 65 degrees to an evening low of 46 degrees. Bring a sweater or jacket as temperatures in the meeting rooms may vary.

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Health and Safety Protocols

The safety and well-being of conference attendees are top priorities for NAIOP. For meetings in 2022, NAIOP will follow recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) for events and gatherings, working with the host hotel to follow protocols based on current national, local and health advisories and requirements.