Light drinks and snacks will be provided. Hosted by NAIOP President and CEO Marc Selvitelli.

Open to chapter executives and chapter staff.

Open to chapter executives.

Chapter leaders can meet one-on-one with NAIOP senior staff experts to answer your most pressing questions related to education and programming; sponsorships; and state and local legislative affairs.

By appointment only on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Education/Programming Consulting
Megan Rooney, NAIOP Vice President for Education

Government Affairs Consulting
Toby Burke, NAIOP Associate Vice President of State and Local Affairs

Sponsorship/Business Development Consulting
Chris Ware, NAIOP Vice President for Business Development and Strategic Initiatives

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For members of the NAIOP Executive Committee only.

Learn about the wealth of programs and services that NAIOP Corporate provides that can support you as a chapter leader. Hear from NAIOP senior staff about how NAIOP Corporate can help you make the most of your chapter.

As we prepare for a pivotal brand launch, chapter executives and presidents play a central role in shaping how members, partners and stakeholders understand and embrace the change. This executive-level session, led by the public relations experts at 4media group, will equip you with targeted messaging frameworks and outreach strategies designed for three priority audiences: internal members, external media and prospective stakeholders, and legislative and policy influencers. The conversation will focus on how chapters can operationalize key messaging while tailoring it to local context, ensuring that every touchpoint reinforces the organization’s unified voice and strategic direction. Attendees will leave with concrete tools and adaptable language to confidently communicate the rebrand in their markets. The session will also underscore why presenting ourselves as a single, aligned organization is essential for a cohesive and successful brand rollout.

NAIOP Corporate wants to hear from you! NAIOP is starting to develop its 2027-2029 strategic plan and wants to gain insight from its key stakeholders on the organization’s future direction. Join this session and provide your input.

Join NAIOP Corporate Associate Vice President of State and Local Affairs Toby Burke and meet fellow government affairs chairs to network and discuss topics of concern.

Drop in and get your chapter reports questions answered! We will demonstrate how to access the reports and what is included in each report.

Chapter volunteer leaders will have the opportunity to ask questions and share best practices with peers from across North America.

For chapter presidents and presidents-elect.

Meet fellow Developing Leaders from across the chapters, exchange insights and build your network in a casual, friendly environment. A perfect way to connect before the evening begins!

Open to DL members only.

Join fellow chapter leaders to meet other chapter leaders, share ideas and kick off the conference in a relaxed atmosphere.

 Join the NAIOP Research Foundation for an exciting night of hockey and networking as the Washington Capitals take on the New York Islanders.

Club Level Tickets are $200 each and proceeds benefit the Research Foundation. You will receive an electronic link to access your tickets before game time. Only 45 tickets are available.

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Enjoy a buffet breakfast while getting to know other chapter leaders.

Strategists from 4media group will discuss the strategic messaging foundation behind the brand rollout and share how chapters can amplify it locally. We’ll explore communication approaches for three critical audiences: your members, the broader market and media, and key legislative stakeholders. Expect practical tools, adaptable language and clear direction to help your chapter champion the rebrand with confidence. You’ll walk away ready to lead a coordinated, North American-plus-local launch that reflects one organization moving forward together.

The rebrand is coming – and your chapter will help bring it to life. Our brand partner, GRAPHEK, will walk you through what makes a brand impactful and memorable; showcase Canva features that will help keep visual brand assets organized and easy to access for communicating the new brand; and provide tips on how to positively introduce the new brand in your market. You’ll leave with insights that will drive a cohesive and engaging brand launch we can all be proud to share.

Learn about the legislative and political outlook in Ottawa and the national priorities established by the Canadian Task Force.

First-time attendees and advocacy novices: You are invited to learn about NAIOP’s legislative priorities and prepare to visit your elected representatives on Capitol Hill. Participants will gain an overview of the Hill visit experience and are expected to attend Prepare for your Capitol Hill Visits: NAIOP’s Top 2026 Priority Legislative Issues at 11 a.m. to learn about NAIOP’s 2026 priority issues that will be the focus of their meetings.

NAIOP Corporate wants to hear from you! NAIOP is starting to develop its 2027-2029 strategic plan and wants to gain insight from its key stakeholders on the organization’s future direction. Join this session and provide your input.

NAIOP’s federal affairs team will be at the forefront advocating for the commercial real estate industry in 2026. In this session, learn about NAIOP’s top legislative and public policy priorities, including tax reform, adaptive reuse incentives and regulatory reform, and prepare for your visits with your elected representatives on Capitol Hill.

Listen to chapters that have been successful with recruiting Principal members.

Celebrate the great accomplishments of chapters and chapter leaders over the past year.

For board members only.

Developing additional streams of revenue outside of membership dues can be challenging. Learn what chapters are doing to increase revenue outside of membership dues.

Strong advocacy is an important reason why CRE stakeholders join and remain members of NAIOP. Hear from chapters that have developed and executed strong advocacy programs and PACs and their positive impact on the state and local levels.

In this practical, plain language session, chapter leaders and executives will discover how AI can help monitor bills, identify merging policy trends, and learn how other markets are responding to similar public policy or legislative changes.

Legislative wins in today’s political environment can be a tough experience. When wins occur, it’s important to communicate your wins effectively and to your entire stakeholder community, not just your members. Join this session and listen to chapters that have developed communication strategies that effectively communicate legislative wins to their CRE stakeholder community.

Discover new and innovative ways to engage members through chapter events! Whether your chapter is exploring fresh ideas or looking to reinvigorate a long-standing tradition, you’re sure to walk away with inspiration and practical tips.

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Off-site: Wild Days – 1201 K St. NW

Depart from the lobby. Taxis are available from the hotel's main entrance. Leave luggage at the Hilton bell stand in the main lobby.

We encourage every chapter to take advantage of the opportunity to meet with your respective representatives and senators to voice NAIOP’s legislative concerns on issues important to the industry and establish relationships with new members of congress.

NAIOP will provide materials and education on the issues most pressing to our association and industry during CL&LR – but first you need to schedule your appointments.

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Light refreshments.