CRE.Converge

12:30 p.m.

Executive Committee Meeting

Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. ET

Open only to members of the Executive Committee.

2 p.m.

Research Foundation Fundraising Committee

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

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

3 p.m.

Research Foundation Research Committee

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

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

4 p.m.

Research Foundation Trustees Meeting

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

Open only to Trustees for the NAIOP Research Foundation.

6 p.m.

NAIOP Corporate Board of Directors Reception and Dinner

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

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

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Day 2 Agenda

Monday, September 27, 2021

7 a.m.

Registration open

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

7 a.m.

Espresso Bar Open

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

Espresso Bar presented by Hudson Pacific Properties.

7:30 a.m.

Corporate Committee and Subcommittee Meetings

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. ET

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

8 a.m.

Local Tour: Miami Industrial Tour

Time: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. ET

Don’t miss your chance to stay cool while checking out some of the hottest industrial properties in the Miami area! Start with a behind-the-scenes look at a cutting-edge Lineage Logistics Cold Storage facility and a sneak peek at the forthcoming Bridge Point Cold Logistics Center, both in Hialeah, Florida. Next, tour Miami 27 Business Park, a Duke Realty project on the site of a former lumber yard, converted to over 723,000 square feet of Class A industrial warehouse space in Medley, Florida. Finally, cool off with other tour attendees at the M.I.A. Beer Company, a craft brewery and taproom in Doral, Florida, known for incorporating exotic and locally sourced ingredients.

THIS TOUR IS SOLD OUT.

Miami Industrial Tour presented by Bridge Industrial.

8:15 a.m.

Local Tour: Wynwood Art District Walking Tour

Time: 8:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. ET

Join Goldman Properties for a private walking tour of the vibrant Wynwood Art District. This tour will tell the story of this once-blighted area, which was redeveloped into Miami’s trendiest neighborhood. The tour will begin at Wynwood Walls, a captivating open-air street art collection, and continue through the neighborhood, highlighting various properties and developments, including a stop at the 545 Wyn Building, the first modern class A office building in the neighborhood. The tour will conclude at 11 a.m. at the lively and unique Wynwood Building, where tour attendees are welcome to attend the Wynwood Art District Culinary Tour, which begins at 11 a.m. at the same location (separate registration required). Staff will be on site to direct participants.

Ticketed event; $75 fee.

9:15 a.m.

NAIOP Corporate Board of Directors Meeting

Time: 9:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. ET

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

11 a.m.

Local Tour: Wynwood Art District Culinary Tour

Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. ET

Spend a leisurely afternoon enchanted by eclectic art and exquisite food in Miami’s trendiest and most vibrant neighborhood, the Wynwood Art District, recognized globally as a premier destination for art, fashion, innovation and creative enterprise. In this private guided tour, you’ll dine your way through favorite local restaurants in one of the largest open-air street art collections in the world! Take part in a culinary adventure and discover the different cultures behind Miami’s diverse food scene.

THIS TOUR IS SOLD OUT.

11:45 a.m.

NAIOP Annual Meeting and Passing of the Gavel

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

All conference attendees and NAIOP members are invited to as we show our appreciation for the excellent service and leadership of 2021 Chair Molly Carson, Ryan Companies, and welcome the 2022 Executive Committee led by Jeffrey Milanaik, Bridge Development Partners LLC.

noon

Joint Governors and Industry Trends Task Force

Time: noon - 3 p.m. ET

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

noon

Local Tour: PortMiami Tour

Time: noon - 4:30 p.m. ET

Explore PortMiami, the world’s leading cruise port and the largest container port in the state of Florida, on this private bus and walking tour. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the operations and import protocols of the port, as well as intermodal cargo and on-dock rail capacities. Highlights will include cargo operations, terminals, railyard, gantry cranes and offloading of ships. End with a stop at Orilla Bar & Grill in the posh South of Fifth neighborhood for authentic South American cuisine and a networking happy hour.

THIS TOUR IS SOLD OUT. To be added to a wait list, please email education@naiop.org.

12:30 p.m.

Chapter Presidents and Presidents-elect

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

4 p.m.

Exhibits Open

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

4 p.m.

NAIOP Gives Back: U.S. Hunger

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

NAIOP is kicking off CRE.Converge 2021 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 greater Miami community.

Developing Leaders from the NAIOP South Florida chapter are invited to stay after the event for a complimentary CRE.Converge welcome reception from 5-7 p.m. at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

5 p.m.

Welcome Reception

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

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.

Welcome Reception presented by Vari.

Welcome Reception co-presented by Bridge Development Partners, LLC, Essensys, EverWest Real Estate Investors, Granite Properties, Lee & Associates Commercial Real Estate Services, Pure Wellness, Ryan Companies US, Inc., Stiles, Tradepoint Atlantic, Transwestern, VanTrust Real Estate, LLC.

7 p.m.

Research Foundation Governors Dinner

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

By invitation only.

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Day 3 Agenda

Tuesday, September 28, 2021

6:30 a.m.

Registration open

Time: 6:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. ET

7 a.m.

Espresso Bar Open

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

Espresso Bar presented by Hudson Pacific Properties.

7 a.m.

Exhibits open

Time: 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. ET

7:30 a.m.

Keynote: The New Global Equilibrium

Time: 7:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. ET

After a decade of emerging markets and economies dominating the global market, the tipping point has arrived: growth will begin to balance going forward. In his keynote remarks, Zandi will explain why the stage is set for a U.S. turnaround as growth begins to accelerate and fiscal austerity and brinkmanship diminish. With high global interest rates, slowing emerging market economies, as well as a new breed of reform-minded emerging markets economies, Zandi says a new equilibrium is being created. But, with a new equilibrium, new questions arise. Join us for this dynamic discussion that promises to provide valuable insights for your business.

Speaker:
Mark Zandi
Chief Economist, Moody’s Analytics
Co-founder, Moody's Economy.com

Developer of the Year Award
Join us to recognize Hudson Pacific Properties, the 2021 Developer of the Year, NAIOP’s highest honor. Hudson Pacific acquires and develops premier creative office and studio properties in tech and media epicenters, including Los Angeles, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Seattle and Vancouver. It is the largest publicly traded owner of office space in Silicon Valley and one of the largest independent owner/operators of studios in the U.S. The company’s portfolio totals nearly 20 million square feet, including land for development. Throughout its history, Hudson Pacific has invested $1.5 billion in visionary development and adaptive reuse projects across its core markets, like its One Westside mall-to-creative-office conversion in West Los Angeles.

Keynote presented by Prologis.

Keynote co-presented by ANC, Hudson Pacific Properties, Majestic Realty Co., Marcus & Millichap, Moody’s Analytics, USAA Real Estate Company, Vari.

9:15 a.m.

Networking Break in Exhibits

Time: 9:15 a.m. - 9:25 a.m. ET

9:25 a.m.

Adaptive Reuse of Big Box Retail

Time: 9:25 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. ET

The evolution of retail has created a dynamic of winners and losers within the big box retail space. Power centers, malls, freestanding wholesalers and others, some of which are in densely populated infill locations, are being reused and repurposed for a multitude of uses, from creative office to industrial distribution to apartments. In this panel, hear from three industry leaders paving the way for the adaptive reuse of big box retail. Each will share a redevelopment case study, and highlight the challenges faced and the lessons learned.

Moderator: Jason Ting, Owner, Ting Realty

Panelists:
Christopher Barton, Executive Vice President, Development and Capital Investments, Hudson Pacific Properties
Mitch Feldman, President, The Feldman Companies
Bryan Kaminski, Senior Vice President, RedLeaf Properties

Early morning concurrent sessions presented by Hudson Pacific Properties and Marcus & Millichap.

9:25 a.m.

The Life Science Real Estate Ecosystem

Time: 9:25 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. ET

The life sciences sector has been labeled a commercial real estate star recently, but these facilities are more than just buildings in elite coastal cities. Increase your understanding of life science and healthcare real estate in this session, where speakers will share how this sector can create an “ecosystem” with more than just office/lab demand, but entertainment and housing for workers, and manufacturing and distribution space to ship products to consumers.

Moderator: Lauren Gilchrist, Managing Director, Research, Longfellow Real Estate Partners

Panelists:
Brent Amos, AIA, LEED AP, Principal, Cooper Carry, Inc.
Suzet McKinney, DrPH, MPH, Principal, Director of Life Sciences, Sterling Bay LLC
Kendalle Burlin O’Connell, Esq., President and COO, Massachusetts Biotechnology Council

Early morning concurrent sessions presented by Hudson Pacific Properties and Marcus & Millichap.

9:25 a.m.

Upcycling: Reimagining Underutilized Commercial Space as Public Space

Time: 9:25 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. ET

For nearly two decades, online shopping has seen steady growth in both traffic and sales, which has forced traditional retailers to think of new ways to draw people into brick-and-mortar stores. Now, due to the rise of e-commerce and the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s clear that commercial centers must evolve to become more than just shopping destinations. How can the architecture, engineering and construction industries partner with developers and community leaders to “upcycle” underutilized spaces to increase the social, environmental and financial value of existing real estate? In this session, hear from the team behind SouthSide Works in Pittsburgh, which re-energized a flagging retail center.

Speakers:
Philip Wilkinson, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Principal, AE7
Mike Morris, Principal, Cana Development
Jonathon Reeser, Director of Acquisitions, SomeraRoad

Early morning concurrent sessions presented by Hudson Pacific Properties and Marcus & Millichap.

9:25 a.m.

CRE Guru Bar

Time: 9:25 a.m. - 10:10 a.m. ET

Brian DePotter, CCIM, CMI, Managing Partner, Property Tax, FirstPointe Advisors, LLC
Joe Dunlap, Managing Director – Supply Chain Advisory, CBRE
Al Pontius, Senior Vice President, National Director, Office & Industrial Divisions, Marcus & Millichap

9:25 a.m.

CRE Talk: Office-as-a-Service: Is your Portfolio Ready? A Fireside Chat with Hines

Time: 9:25 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. ET

Today's office occupiers are increasingly seeking flexibility in the workplace and owners and operators are quickly repositioning to unlock dynamic spaces, services and amenities to meet those needs. To successfully align to their evolving workspace requirements, though, means having secure, holistic and empowering technology capabilities and a long-term strategic approach to building next-generation office experiences. Join Chris James, SVP Business Development at essensys for a fireside chat with Annie Rinker, Director, Innovation at Hines as we explore the strategies that owners and operators are developing to keep pace with a quickly evolving office market.

Speakers:
Chris James, SVP Business Development, essensys
Annie Rinker, Director of Office Innovation, Hines

9:30 a.m.

Research Directors Meeting

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. ET

10:15 a.m.

Networking Break in Exhibits

Time: 10:15 a.m. - 10:35 a.m. ET

10:35 a.m.

Alternative Means and Methods for Maintaining Project Momentum

Time: 10:35 a.m. - 11:25 a.m. ET

The post-pandemic construction boom has taken many forms. E-commerce and big box retailers are developing across the country, while at the same time, construction projects that were postponed during the pandemic have resumed. However, the lack of workforce at manufacturing facilities last year combined with the high demand for materials has led to price increases and lead time delays. This session will share new, alternate means and methods being used in construction to keep projects moving forward.

Moderator:
Bill Finfrock, President, FINFROCK

Speakers:
Roger McCarron, President and CEO, Project Management Advisors, Inc.
Lee McNeil, Business Development and Senior Preconstruction Manager, Williams Company Management Group
Eric Wolf, President, Excel Construction of Florida

Mid-morning concurrent sessions presented by USAA Real Estate and JLL.

10:35 a.m.

Future-proof Workplace: The Power of Resilience in a Post-pandemic World

Time: 10:35 a.m. - 11:25 a.m. ET

Since the start of the pandemic, developers and organizations have been faced with the challenges of an economic recession, calls for social equity, and climate change, while simultaneously trying to make decisions about how to reset for the future. How will this collective global experience impact tenant and employee needs and expectations post-pandemic? How are our workplaces evolving to meet these expectations? As we continue to explore new real estate strategies and anticipate what amenities will motivate tenants to return to the workplace, there is one thing we know for sure: The most resilient post-pandemic amenity is flexibility.

Speaker:
Kristin Jensen, AIA, Principal and Co-managing Director, Gensler

Mid-morning concurrent sessions presented by USAA Real Estate and JLL.

10:35 a.m.

The Capital Side of the Cold Storage Equation

Time: 10:35 a.m. - 11:25 a.m. ET

Demand for cold storage properties has significantly increased as grocers, pharmaceutical companies and others rely on refrigerated storage facilities to warehouse products close to consumers. In this session, speakers will explore what’s behind the surge in cold storage investment, how investors can justify the higher costs in the asset type, and whether cold storage buildings are a safe long-term investment. Maintenace costs, typical rents and future uses for these buildings will also be discussed.

Moderator: Cameron Trefry, LEED AP, Principal, Ware Malcomb

Panelists:
Alex Langerman, Co-founder and COO, Cold Summit Development
Brian Niven, Managing Director and Co-founder, Karis Cold
Kevin Rivest, Managing Director, BentallGreenOak
Dustin Volz, Senior Managing Director, JLL Capital Markets

Mid-morning concurrent sessions presented by USAA Real Estate and JLL.

10:35 a.m.

CRE Guru Bar

Time: 10:35 a.m. - 11:25 a.m. ET

Danielle Mousseau, Lead Project Manager, Economic Development, Florida Power & Light Company
Chris Mascatello, Executive Vice President, Technology Solutions, ANC
Steve Smith, Principal, Cooper Carry, Inc.
Don Wrinkle, Head of Business Development & Marketing, Port Miami

10:35 a.m.

CRE Talk: State of the South Florida Office and Industrial Market

Time: 10:35 a.m. - 11:25 a.m. ET

The CRE.Converge conference returned to Florida this year for the first time since 2005, and the office and industrial markets have changed a lot since then! In this CRE Talk, Kenneth Krasnow with Colliers will share his on-the-ground market knowledge, including the current state of the markets in South Florida, and kick off a conversation about opportunities for commercial real estate in the area, what’s driving demand, potential future growth, and more.

Speaker:
Kenneth M. Krasnow, Vice Chairman Institutional Investor Services, Colliers

11:35 a.m.

Expanding the CRE Talent Pool

Time: 11:35 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. ET

While data show there is a growing generation of young and emerging women professionals in commercial real estate, women account for just over 36% of positions in the industry today. These panelists will discuss strategies for recruiting women to enter the CRE industry, how to mentor and promote women who are already working in CRE, and highlight the importance of enriching and diversifying a company’s talent pool to stay relevant and competitive in the global business community. Speakers will share their own personal experiences and successful tactics their companies have implemented.

Moderator: Lizabeth Theiss, Business Development, DPR Construction

Panelists:
Kate Bryden, LEED® AP BD+C, Senior Vice President Development, MRP Industrial
Molly Carson, LEED AP, Senior Vice President of Real Estate Development, Market Leader, Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Stephanie Rodriguez, Regional Senior Vice President – Florida, Duke Realty
Celeste Tanner, Chief Development Officer, Confluent Development

Late morning concurrent sessions presented by CenterPoint Properties and Ware Malcomb.

11:35 a.m.

What the Multiverse of Work Means for Office Space

Time: 11:35 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. ET

The fast-emerging consensus is that the future of knowledge work will take place across a variety of locations: home, office and elsewhere. Drawing from an extensive review of academic and business research, as well as primary insight from occupiers around the world, this session explains why this hybridized workplace ecosystem is happening, why it bodes well for performance, what it might look like, and its implications for office space. What will be the impact on demand? How will this model look different in major urban centers as compared to suburbs and secondary markets? And what will characterize the buildings that perform best?

Speaker:
Phil Mobley, Director of U.S. Occupier Research, Avison Young

Late morning concurrent sessions presented by CenterPoint Properties and Ware Malcomb.

11:35 a.m.

CRE Guru Bar

Time: 11:35 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. ET

Patrick Pierce, Partner, Selwyn Property Group, Inc.
Pam Randles, Regional Sales Director, Vari
Aquiles F. Suarez, Senior Vice President for Government Affairs, NAIOP

11:35 a.m.

CRE Talk: C-PACE: The Powerful Financing Tool You Should Know

Time: 11:35 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. ET

Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) makes it possible for commercial property owners and developers to obtain low-cost, long-term, non-recourse financing for capital expenditures that impact the energy and water performance of commercial and multi-family real estate. In this talk, explore how to utilize C-PACE, the types of projects it can fund, how it differs from mezzanine financing, and more.

Speaker:
Kate Cusack, Vice President, Originations, Greenworks Lending from Nuveen

12:30 p.m.

Lunch Keynote: A Conversation with Grant Hill

Time: 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. ET

Don’t miss this opportunity to take part in a conversation with seven-time NBA All-Star and sports icon Grant Hill. Skip Kalb, Principal, Skip Kalb Strategies, LLC, and incoming chair of the NAIOP Research Foundation, will interview Hill about lessons learned under the tutelage of the most acclaimed college basketball coach of all time, Mike Krzyzewski, as part of Duke’s “Dream Team.” The discussion will delve into his time in the NBA, his recent appointment to lead the USA Men’s Basketball team in the 2024 Olympics, and his transition to a powerhouse commercial real estate investor and owner in several markets across the country. Come curious and leave inspired.

Speaker:
Grant Hill
Basketball Legend
Commercial Real Estate Entrepreneur

Q&A Moderator:
Skip Kalb
Principal, Skip Kalb Strategies, LLC
2022 Chair of the NAIOP Research Foundation

Keynote presented by Newmark.

Keynote co-presented by ANC, Hudson Pacific Properties, Majestic Realty Co., Marcus & Millichap, Moody’s Analytics, Prologis, Inc., USAA Real Estate Company, Vari.

2:30 p.m.

Networking Break in Exhibits

Time: 2:30 p.m. - 3:05 p.m. ET

3 p.m.

CEO/Company Leadership Meeting – Groups 1 and 2

Time: 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. ET

By invitation only.

3:05 p.m.

Automation and Digital Transformation in CRE

Time: 3:05 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. ET

From autonomous robotics to machine learning, many technological advances of the past decade have the potential to dramatically disrupt commercial real estate. Join us for a wide-ranging conversation to examine the implications of autonomous robotics, electric vehicles, machine learning, artificial intelligence and more. Leave with new insights into the technologies that will impact your business.

Moderator: Colleen Wevodau, CPA, MBA, Partner, Baker Tilly US, LLP

Speaker:
Bryan Colin, CEO, View Labs
Jose Manuel Correa, PE, Civil Engineer, Kimley-Horn
Megan Lantz, Vice President, Research and Development, HITT Contracting, Inc.

Afternoon concurrent sessions presented by Ryan Companies US, Inc. and Lee & Associates Commercial Real Estate Services.

3:05 p.m.

Capital Markets Outlook

Time: 3:05 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. ET

Analyze what is happening with capital markets today; what has changed due to the COVID pandemic; and what the outlook holds for 2021 and beyond.

Moderator:
Robert Griffin, U.S. Head of Capital Markets, NEWMARK

Speakers:
Heather Fernstrom Border, Co-founder and Managing Partner, Alliance Global Advisors
Nancy Lashine, Managing Partner and Founder, Park Madison Partners
Fabian Neuenschwander, Managing Director, Real Estate, Brookfield Asset Management

Afternoon concurrent sessions presented by Ryan Companies US, Inc. and Lee & Associates Commercial Real Estate Services.

3:05 p.m.

The Future of Goods Distribution and the Supply Chain

Time: 3:05 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. ET

There’s no shortage of questions regarding the future of the supply chain and U.S. goods distribution in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and this session dives headfirst into the topic. How has the process of delivering goods to market changed with supply chain upsets in the U.S. and abroad? After years of decline, will rail service prove to be a critical link in the supply chain? What role will it play in future development projects? Will global supply chains issues lead to more onshoring of manufacturing to hedge against future upsets? Experts will explore these issues and more.

Moderator: John Petricola, LEED AP, CCIM, Senior Managing Director, Southeast Development, Rockefeller Group

Panelists:
Joe Dunlap, Managing Director – Supply Chain Advisory, CBRE
Michael Landsburg, Chief Development Officer, NFI Real Estate
Will McIntosh, Global Head of Research, USAA Real Estate

Afternoon concurrent sessions presented by Ryan Companies US, Inc. and Lee & Associates Commercial Real Estate Services.

3:05 p.m.

CRE Guru Bar

Time: 3:05 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. ET

Mitch Feldman, President, The Feldman Companies
Phil Mobley, U.S. Director of Occupier Insight, Avison Young
Stephanie Rodriguez, Regional Senior Vice President – Florida, Duke Realty
Cameron Trefry, RA, LEED AP, Principal, Ware Malcomb

3:05 p.m.

CRE Talk: Southwest Industrial, Medical/Life Sciences and Office Market Outlook

Time: 3:05 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. ET

The greater Southwest market is hot and continues to get hotter. The industrial market has seen massive growth from Phoenix to Las Vegas and beyond, the office market continues to trade at high rates, and the medical/life sciences market continues to develop. This session features experts from Institutional Property Advisors who will cover the current state of the markets in the greater Southwest and economic trends in the region; what’s driving demand; what challenges are ahead; and the opportunities for commercial real estate developers and investors.

Speakers:
Peter Bauman, Senior Director, Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), a division of Marcus & Millichap
Tivon Moffitt, Senior Director, Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), a division of Marcus & Millichap

4 p.m.

Keynote: CRE in Transition – Recalibrating Strategies

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

The post-recession economic revival is well underway, supporting the revitalization of most commercial real estate sectors, but evolving demand drivers have structurally changed the commercial real estate investment outlook. As elevated market liquidity and low interest rates align with changes in the marketplace, investors have adapted their strategies, dramatically altering the commercial real estate investment landscape. In this keynote session, Marcus & Millichap President and CEO Hessam Nadji will dive into: How investors are adapting and the implications for pricing and cap rates; why demographics are one of the most significant forces shaping the investment climate; key performance metrics – they’re favorable now, but will they last; and much more.

Speaker:
Hessam Nadji
President and CEO
Marcus & Millichap

Keynote presented by Majestic Realty Co.

Keynote co-presented by Bridge Development Partners, LLC, Essensys, EverWest Real Estate Investors, Granite Properties, Lee & Associates Commercial Real Estate Services, Pure Wellness, Ryan Companies US, Inc., Stiles, Tradepoint Atlantic, Transwestern, VanTrust Real Estate, LLC.

5 p.m.

Developing Leaders Award Winners Reception

Time: 5 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. ET

By invitation only.

5:30 p.m.

Networking Reception

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

Networking Reception presented by USAA Real Estate.

Networking Reception co-presented by CenterPoint Properties, Florida Power & Light Company, JLL, Rockefeller Group, Ware Malcomb.

7 p.m.

National Forums Dinners

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

Open only to members and guests of the National Forums.

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Day 4 Agenda

Wednesday, September 29, 2021

6:30 a.m.

Registration open

Time: 6:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. ET

7 a.m.

National Forums Leadership Meeting

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

Open only to Forums Chairs and Vice Chairs.

7 a.m.

Espresso Bar Open

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

Espresso Bar presented by Hudson Pacific Properties.

7:30 a.m.

General Session: Breakfast Keynote – Jon Paul Pérez and Hessam Nadji

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

Speaker:
Jon Paul Pérez
President, Related Group

Moderator:
Hessam Nadji
President and CEO, Marcus & Millichap

In this keynote fireside chat, Hessam Nadji, Marcus & Millichap President and CEO, will interview Jon Paul Pérez, president of Related Group, a leading developer and one of the largest Hispanic-owned businesses in the U.S. with a development portfolio of over $40 billion. Pérez will share his insights into how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the Miami commercial real estate industry and greater business community, the growth potential in the Miami market and his efforts to elevate the area into the “Silicon Valley of the Southeast.” Pérez recently succeeded his father, Jorge M. Pérez, as president of Related Group, so he’ll share his vision for the future of the company, his leadership style, and the organization’s goals to strategically invest in disruptive technologies, forge industry partnerships and recruit promising talent.

Keynote presented by Florida Power & Light Company.

Keynote co-presented by Avison Young, Baker Tilly, BentallGreenOak, Black Creek Group, Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC, Clarion Partners LLC, Colliers International, CoStar and LoopNet, Duke Realty, NAI Global, Powers Brown Architecture, Stan Johnson Company, Tratt Properties, LLC, Wipfli LLP, Wonderful Real Estate Development.

9:30 a.m.

Chapter Executives Meeting

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

Open only to Chapter Executives.

9:30 a.m.

National Forums Meetings

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

National Forums meetings are open to Forums members only.

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Keynote Speakers

Grant Hill
Basketball Legend
Commercial Real Estate Entrepreneur

Hall of Fame basketball player, charismatic television personality, successful businessman and philanthropist, Grant Hill is one of the most accomplished NBA and college players of his generation.

A 1994 graduate of Duke University with a Bachelor of Arts in History, Hill was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as a first-ballot member of the 2018 class. The seven-time NBA All-Star and two-time NCAA champion has made the successful transition from 19 years as a professional athlete to a highly successful business leader.

He is an owner and vice chairman of the board of the Atlanta Hawks Basketball Club, and founder and chairman of Hill Ventures, a private company through which he has successfully invested in and developed more than $200 million of commercial real estate. Hill has also been selected to serve as managing director for USA Basketball Men’s National Team following the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo. Hill divides his time between his family, business interests, corporate boards and philanthropy.

Hessam Nadji

Hessam Nadji
President and CEO
Marcus & Millichap

Hessam Nadji is president and chief executive officer of Marcus & Millichap, a leading commercial real estate firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services. Founded in 1971, Marcus & Millichap has grown to more than 2,000 investment sales and financing professionals with offices throughout the United States and Canada.

Nadji joined Marcus & Millichap in 1996 as vice president of research and advisory services and positioned the firm as a leading provider of market trends, analyses and expertise. In 2010, Nadji assumed the leadership role for all of the firm’s national specialty brokerage divisions, which grew rapidly under his supervision. Nadji also played a leading role in the preparation and execution of the firm’s IPO in 2013 as Marcus & Millichap’s chief strategy officer.

He received a Bachelor of Science degree in information management and computer science from City University in Seattle. Mr. Nadji is a member of the National Multifamily Housing Council executive committee, the Urban Land Institute, the International Council of Shopping Centers and NAIOP.

Jon Paul Pérez
President, Related Group

Jon Paul “JP” Pérez currently serves as president of Related Group, one of the country’s most prolific and respected real estate development firms. Within this role, Pérez is responsible for overseeing development operations across the company’s various divisions, managing land acquisition efforts and leading the procurement of major construction financing. As part of Related’s Executive Committee, he works with the firm’s C-level executives and division presidents to establish corporate priorities, growth strategies and other key companywide initiatives. He is also working to accelerate the organization’s innovation efforts, which include strategic investments in disruptive technologies, forging industry partnerships and recruiting promising talent.

Mark Zandi

Mark Zandi
Chief Economist, Moody’s Analytics
Co-founder, Moody's Economy.com

Mark M. Zandi is chief economist of Moody’s Analytics, where he directs economic research, and a cofounder of Economy.com, which Moody’s purchased in 2005.

He is a trusted adviser to policymakers and an influential source of economic analysis for businesses, journalists and the public. Dr. Zandi frequently testifies before Congress and conducts regular briefings on the economy for corporate boards, trade associations, and policymakers at all levels.

He is on the board of directors of MGIC, the nation’s largest private mortgage insurance company, and is the lead director of Reinvestment Fund, one of the nation’s largest community development financial institutions, which makes investments in underserved communities.

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