CRE.Converge 2021

About CRE.Converge

Date: Monday, September 27, 2021 - Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Where: Fontainebleau Miami Beach, Miami Beach, Florida

Reconnect with your colleagues and partners across North America at CRE.Converge, NAIOP’s annual conference covering all aspects of commercial real estate! There’s no match for the energy and friendly atmosphere that are a signature of the event. Hear from the brightest minds in the business and come away reenergized with new professional connections and insights, all while enjoying beautiful Miami Beach.

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Agenda

* Schedule is subject to change.

Day 1 Agenda

Sunday, September 26, 2021

11:30 a.m.

Registration open

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

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noon

Executive Committee Meeting

Time: noon - 3 p.m. ET

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. ET

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. ET

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. ET

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. 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

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7:30 a.m.

Corporate Committee and Subcommittee Meetings

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

By invitation only.

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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.

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9:30 a.m.

NAIOP Corporate Board of Directors Meeting

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

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

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11 a.m.

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.

Ticketed event; $200 USD / $241 CAD fee.

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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.

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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.

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12:30 p.m.

Chapter Presidents and Presidents-elect

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

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12:30 p.m.

Project Tours - TBD

Time: 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. ET

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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. 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.

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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.

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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

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7 a.m.

Exhibits open

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

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7:30 a.m.

Breakfast Keynote General Sessions

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

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9:15 a.m.

National Leadership Training

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

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9:15 a.m.

Networking Break in Exhibits

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

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9:25 a.m.

Concurrent Sessions

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

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9:30 a.m.

Research Directors Meeting

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

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10:15 a.m.

Networking Break in Exhibits

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

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10:35 a.m.

Concurrent Sessions

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

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11:35 a.m.

Concurrent Sessions

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

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12:30 p.m.

Lunch

Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET

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1:30 p.m.

Keynote General Session

Time: 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. ET

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2:45 p.m.

Networking Break in Exhibits

Time: 2:45 p.m. - 3:05 p.m. ET

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3:05 p.m.

Concurrent Sessions

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

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3:30 p.m.

CEO/Company Leadership Meeting – Groups 1 and 2

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

By invitation only.

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4 p.m.

Developing Leaders Award Winners Reception

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

By invitation only.

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5 p.m.

Networking Reception

Time: 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. ET

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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. - 5 p.m. ET

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7 a.m.

National Forums Leadership Meeting

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

Open only to Forums Chairs and Vice Chairs.

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7:30 a.m.

Breakfast General Session

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

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9:30 a.m.

Chapter Executives Meeting

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

Open only to Chapter Executives.

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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.

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.

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.

Register early and save! Discounted rates end August 16. NAIOP members can take advantage of extra discounted pricing before July 19!

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Member Type	Super Early through July 19	Early through Aug. 16
Member	$845	$995
Florida Chapter Member	$845	$845
Developing Leader Member	$645	$795
Nonmember	$1,395	$1,395

Local Chapter includes NAIOP Florida Chapters.

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Hotel and Travel

Conference Hotel

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Transportation and Parking

Fontainebleau Miami Beach has easy access to two airports and offers valet parking.

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Weather in Miami Beach

Business attire is recommended for conference attendees. September temperatures in Florida range from an average high of 86 degrees to a low of 77 degrees.

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