CRE.Converge Virtual

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Donna Brazile

Welcome Remarks
Thomas J. Bisacquino, President and CEO, NAIOP
Larry Lance, 2020 NAIOP Chairman; EVP Asset Services, EverWest Real Estate Partners

Keynote Speaker
Donna Brazile, Veteran Democratic Political Strategist, Syndicated Columnist and Fox News Contributor

Following welcome remarks, Donna Brazile will bring her refreshing perspective and practical sensibility to the current administration and Congress in this thought-provoking keynote. Get a comprehensive picture of what’s going on in Washington — from her analysis of the current political environment to hot-topic legislation. Named by Washingtonian as one of the “100 Most Powerful Women,” Brazile will draw on her insider knowledge to share candid insights on the latest developments of an ever-shifting political landscape, the critical issues facing America and what their impact means for our future.

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Pandemics. Shutdowns. Supply chain fragility. On-shoring. Re-shoring. Just in time. Just in case. Essential. Nonessential. What do these new challenges mean for the broader industrial market and specifically e-commerce? Who loses? Who wins? Hear from the people involved in adapting supply chains to help their tenants/clients address these massive disruptions.

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

Panelists:
Chuck Graefen, Senior Director Distribution Support, KeHe Distributors
Adon Panattoni, Chief Executive Officer, Panattoni Development Company
Matt Powers, Executive Vice President Retail and E-Commerce Distribution, JLL

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In this lively discussion, specialists in office, industrial, multifamily and retail will each try to persuade the audience that investing in their vertical will produce the best risk-adjusted returns. Who will make the best case for investment in their sector? Learn about the current investment cycle across the major property verticals and what to consider for the future.

Moderator: Will McIntosh, Ph.D., Global Head of Research, USAA Real Estate

Speakers:
Wade Achenbach, Executive Vice President - Portfolio Management, Kite Realty
Rene Circ, Senior Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer - GID Industrial
John Drachman, Co-Founder, Waterford Property Company
George Hascenecz, Sr. Vice President, Investments, Brandywine Realty Trust

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Opportunity Zones have made headlines in recent years, but this investment program remains a subject of misunderstanding and misconceptions. A panel of experts with real-world experience will share different functions for OZ investments and explain new regulations and implementation rules. Learn how to use a proven scorecard to find the right opportunities for successful projects that yield greater returns, while advancing the development of the areas in need of economic recovery.

Facilitator:  Christopher Coes, Vice President of Land Use and Development, LOCUS | Smart  Growth America

Speakers:
Michael Fitzpatrick, Partner, Baker Tilly
Jill Homan, President Javelin 19
Michael O'Mara, Senior Vice President, Avison Young

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Engage in small-group discussions on specific topics of interest and attend a virtual tour with other attendees.

Virtual Tour: Northrop Grumman LVDHQ
Explore one of the largest office/industrial projects built in Arizona history: Northrop Grumman LVDHQ. Receiving award-winning recognition for Economic Impact, Transaction of the Year, Industrial and Office  project excellence, this $185 million corporate facility is an example of how the right partnership can truly accelerate the development process. The Douglas Allred Company took agriculture-zoned property and transformed it into a 180-acre corporate campus, working with Willmeng Construction and Balmer Architectural Group. With Park Place’s estimated annual economic impact of $1.4 billion, the Build-to Suit project created more than 2,000 construction jobs and employs 9,691 professionals, making this project a big success for the growing Chandler area and aerospace industry.

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Hear from top core investors about where core pricing is now – and where it’s going next. Find out about their cost of capital, what core products they want to invest in, and where they are finding opportunities in a competitive market. Hear how core investors evaluate opportunities and weigh key considerations in lightning rounds where panelists are asked to price a hypothetical core deal.

Facilitator:  Jose McNeil, Principal, McNeill Real Estate Services

Speakers:
Jim Clewlow, CIO, CenterPoint Properties
Brian Pieracci, Managing Director, Heitman
Nick Pell, President and Chief Investment Officer, Link Logistics
Nicole Stagnaro, Managing Director, Stockbridge

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Due to COVID-19, the office sector has seen major changes. Office investors all around the world are investing in research to try to gain a clear picture of how COVID-19 will ultimately affect the office market - both from a short- and long-term perspective. What trends are specific to COVID-19 and what trends are here to stay? How will the major shift to work from home affect the office market now and in the future? What are the building modifications being requested by tenants now and what are the costs involved? Hear from a panelist of key office investors who believe the office sector can seize timely opportunities to evolve and stay relevant in this changing market.

Speakers:
John Adams, SW Regional Managing Principal, Gensler
Kevin Bender, Managing Director, JLL
Kevin Smith, Executive Managing Director, Cushman & Wakefield

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Speaker:
Jonathon Oudthone, President, Esports Stadium Arlington

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The pandemic has directly impacted commercial real estate – with shutdowns, supply chain disruption, changing consumer habits, and more – and accelerated some existing trends like increasing reliance on e-commerce and widespread adoption of working from home. Find out what leading experts say about what’s happening in commercial real estate now, which sectors present the biggest opportunities for growth, and how you can position your business for success as we emerge from the COVID-19 crisis.

During this session, NAIOP is pleased to honor the recipients of the NAIOP 2020 Developing Leaders Award. The award is presented to commercial real estate professionals, 35 years of age and under, for their exemplary achievements and outstanding professional accomplishments in the industry.

Speakers:
Rob Griffin, U.S. Head, Capital Markets, Newmark Knight Frank
John Morris, Executive Managing Director, Americas Industrial & Logistics and Retail Leader, CBRE
Al Pontius, Senior Vice President, National Director, Office & Industrial Divisions, Marcus & Millichap

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Engage in small-group discussions and virtual tour with other attendees on specific topics of interest.

Virtual Tour: Ballston Quarter
Take a virtual getaway to the urban destination of Ballston Quarter, in the heart of Arlington, Virginia, outside of Washington, D.C. In 1951, Ballston, then called Parkington, was the largest suburban shopping mall on the East Coast and the first built around a multistory parking garage. Beginning in 2015, Forest City Enterprises, now Brookfield Properties, recreated Ballston Quarter as an open-air city center that includes 360,000 square feet of retail space, 176,000 square feet of office space, a 25,000-square-foot food hall and a 406-unit residential building. Ballston Quarter is also home to the MedStar Capitals Iceplex, where the NHL’s Washington Capitals practice. The development has easy access to two lines of the Metrorail system along with 3,000 parking spaces.

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Technology is impacting the construction industry like never before. When the pandemic began, construction companies were deemed essential businesses and had to implement and adapt to various technologies quickly. As the country emerges from the economic strain caused by COVID-19, cutting costs and finding value-adds for clients will be vital for survival, so when it comes to construction, what is a tool and what is a toy? Explore the construction tech – blockchain, automation, safety gear and more – that can make a big impact.

Facilitator:
Matt Gelb, Principal, Technology Consulting, Wipfli

Speakers:
Derek Davis, President, DavisREED Construction
Andrew P. McCoy, Ph.D., Beliveau Professor, Department of Building Construction; Director, Virginia Center for Housing Research; Associate Director, Myers-Lawson School of Construction - Virginia Tech

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This discussion will explore the ever-changing retail landscape and how both landlords and tenants are adapting to meet the shifting environment given the disruptions of e-commerce and the complexities surrounding COVID-19. The panel will feature a discussion with institutional retail owners, tenants, and brokers regarding how they are positioning their brands and assets to best respond to the current challenges of the in-person shopping experience. We will also discuss where our panelists think retail is heading: Will retail continue to be an institutional asset class, or, given the uncertainty, will we see larger sell-offs in the retail space and a continued flight to quality?

Moderator:
Barrie Scardina, Executive Managing Director & Head of Retail Services, Americas, Cushman & Wakefield

Speakers:
Gerald Crump, Senior Vice President, Director, Central Region, Weingarten
Colin Shaughnessy, Executive Vice President of US Leasing, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield

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This session will be presented in a case study format, with experts who will discuss three different infill projects and the unique challenges and considerations including rehab restrictions, bidding battles, tackling dated designs and cost control. Speakers will also offer perspectives on the best infill markets, who their tenants are, typical building specifications, the future of infill development and more.

Moderator:
Leslie Lanne, Managing Director, JLL

Speakers:
Drew Hess, Regional Senior Vice President, Duke Realty
Benjamin Horning, Director of Development, Dedeaux Properties
William Lu, Senior Vice President, CenterPoint Properties

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Creative adaptive reuse projects are underway in markets across the country. Attendees will analyze and then vote on adaptive reuse deals that require imaginative and unconventional approaches. Which projects will get a green light and which will hit red? Learn how to persuade investors of new uses for old assets that will lead to a profitable outcome.

Moderator:
Rob Marek, Director of Operations, E-Z Riser Roof Raising

Speakers:
Dan Buck, Managing Partner, Big Sports Properties
Jason Chmura, Senior Associate, KSS Architects
Mike Kennedy, Vice President of Real Estate, Bret Russell, Inc.

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Don't miss this "America's Got Talent"-style session identifying the stars of the CRE prop tech world. Panelists will explain and demystify some of the hottest technological advancements out there. What's a flash in the pan and what's here to stay, and, critically, what's really going to make an impact on your bottom line?

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Marc Badain

Kerry Bubolz

Professional sports teams establish deep roots in their local communities, making their impact on a city felt in more than just economic terms. The Vegas Golden Knights became a conduit for bringing together and healing the community in the wake of the Oct. 1, 2017, Las Vegas mass shooting tragedy. The Raiders, meanwhile, are new to the city but have already reached out to community leaders to form relationships and find ways to make a difference. In this candid and dynamic discussion, Las Vegas Raiders President Marc Badain and Vegas Golden Knights President and COO Kerry Bubolz will share how they are leading their teams through difficult challenges that can also present interesting opportunities, from the business and real estate aspects of their franchises to the ways they are addressing the pandemic and social issues of the day.

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Speakers:
Thomas J. Bisacquino, President and CEO, NAIOP
Kate Bryden, LEED AP BD+C, CRE.Converge Virtual 2020 Committee Chair and Vice President Development, MRP Industrial LLC

Two days packed full of new ideas and new connections can feel like a lot to process. In this final session of CRE.Converge Virtual, industry expert Kate Bryden with MRP Industrial LLC will share her key takeaways that you can take back to your work.

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