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February 01, 2026, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. ET

Chapter Executives Networking Event

Networking Event

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

Open to chapter executives and chapter staff.

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February 02, 2026, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. ET

Registration / Government Affairs Desk Open

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February 02, 2026, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. ET

Chapter Executive Meeting

Open to chapter executives.

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February 02, 2026, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET

Consulting Sessions with NAIOP Corporate Departments

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.

Book a consulting session is closed. By appointment only on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

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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February 02, 2026, 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET

NAIOP Executive Committee Meeting

For members of the NAIOP Executive Committee only.

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February 02, 2026, 1:15 p.m. - 2 p.m. ET

Listen and Learn: NAIOP Corporate's Areas of Support for your Chapter

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.

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Christopher Ware
Vice President for Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives, NAIOP
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Megan Rooney, CMP
Vice President for Education, NAIOP
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Hediyeh Sadeghein, CPA, CAE
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, NAIOP
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Aquiles Suarez
Senior Vice President for Government Affairs, NAIOP
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Kathryn Hamilton, CAE
Vice President for Marketing and Communications and Editor-in-Chief, Development Magazine, NAIOP
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David Edwards, MBA, IOM, CAE
Vice President for Membership and Chapter Relations, NAIOP
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Diana Schapiro
Vice President for National Forums, NAIOP
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Shawn Moura, Ph.D.
Executive Director, NAIOP Research Foundation, NAIOP

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February 02, 2026, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. ET

Shaping the Narrative: Turning a Rebrand into Meaningful Perception Change

The organization’s rebrand presents a unique opportunity to share an updated narrative about who we are and what we do. Done well, this narrative will drive a perception change across the key audiences we need to reach. But what does perception change really mean? And how do you do it? Our PR partner 4media group will take you through a simple model for real engagement and the plan to get us there. Attendees will leave with concrete tools and adaptable language to confidently communicate in their markets. The session will also underscore why presenting ourselves as a single, aligned organization is essential for a cohesive and successful launch campaign and beyond.

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Scott Davis
Executive Vice President, Head of Public Relations, North America, 4media group
Dan Schwartzberg
Executive Vice President Media Relations & Brand Strategy, 4media group

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February 02, 2026, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. ET

NAIOP Corporate’s 2027-2029 Strategic Plan: Listening Session

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.

Open to all attendees. Limited to 20 people.

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February 02, 2026, 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET

State and Local Government Affairs Update and Best Practice Sharing

Hear about emerging government affairs issues, strategies to combat legislative issues,  and discuss other legislative topics of concern. 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.

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Toby Burke
Associate Vice President of State and Local Affairs, NAIOP
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Aquiles Suarez
Senior Vice President for Government Affairs, NAIOP

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February 02, 2026, 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET

Chapter Reports 101

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

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February 02, 2026, 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET

President/President-elect and Chapter Board Idea Exchange

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

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February 02, 2026, 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. ET

Chapter President and President-elect Reception with Celeste Tanner

Networking Event

For chapter presidents and presidents-elect.

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February 02, 2026, 4:45 p.m. - February 02, 2025, 5:30 p.m. ET

Developing Leaders Mixer

Networking Event

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.

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February 02, 2026, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. ET

Welcome Reception

Networking Event

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

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February 02, 2026, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. ET

Canadian Chapters Dinner

Networking Event

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February 02, 2026, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. ET

Chapter Night Out

Networking Event

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February 02, 2026, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET

NAIOP Research Foundation Hockey Night

Ticketed Event
Networking Event

 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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February 03, 2026, 7 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. ET

Registration / Government Affairs Desk Open

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February 03, 2026, 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. ET

State of NAIOP and Government Affairs Update

Enjoy a buffet breakfast, available 7:50-9 a.m., while getting to know other chapter leaders.

Get to know 2026 NAIOP Chair Celeste Tanner; hear from our PR partner 4media group about the strategic messaging foundation behind the brand rollout; and learn about NAIOP’s 2026 federal legislative priority issues.

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Celeste Tanner
President/Chief Development Officer, Confluent Development
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Marc Selvitelli, CAE
President and Chief Executive Officer, NAIOP
Scott Davis
Executive Vice President, Head of Public Relations, North America, 4media group
Dan Schwartzberg
Executive Vice President Media Relations & Brand Strategy, 4media group

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February 03, 2026, 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. ET

Brand in Action: Tools and Tips for a Cohesive Launch

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.

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Walter Kim
Managing Principal, GRAPHEK
Christina Davies
Art Director & Brand Strategist, GRAPHEK
Denise Gavilan
Marketing Strategist, GRAPHEK

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February 03, 2026, 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. ET

Canadian CRE Legislative Meeting

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

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

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February 03, 2026, 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. ET

Capitol Hill Visits 101: What to Expect on the Hill

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.

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Eric Schmutz
Senior Director of Federal Affairs, NAIOP

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February 03, 2026, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET

NAIOP Corporate’s 2027-2029 Strategic Plan: Listening Session

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.

Open to all attendees. Limited to 20 people.

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February 03, 2026, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET

Prepare for Your Capitol Hill Visits: NAIOP’s 2026 Priority Legislative Issues

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.

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Aquiles Suarez
Senior Vice President for Government Affairs, NAIOP

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February 03, 2026, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET

Success Stories: Recruiting Principal Members

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

Moderator
Kristian Sonnier
NAIOP Gulf Coast,
Panelists
Blake Grosch
NAIOP New York City Metro,
Brandon Kramer
NAIOP Colorado,
Donna Laterza
Director of Membership & Special Events, NAIOP New Jersey

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February 03, 2026, 12 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. ET

Chapter Merit Awards Luncheon

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

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February 03, 2026, 1:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. ET

NAIOP Corporate Board Meeting

For board members only.

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February 03, 2026, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. ET

Ancillary Income Ideas: How To Grow Your Non-dues Revenue

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

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Maggie Burns
Senior Membership Manager, NAIOP
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Tim Jemal
Chief Executive Officer, NAIOP SoCal
Marc Nanne
NAIOP Minnesota,
Tim Oberweger
NAIOP New York Metro,
Tamara Small
NAIOP Massachusetts,

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February 03, 2026, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. ET

Successful Advocacy Programs/Political Action Committees

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.

Moderator
Rhiannon Samuel
NAIOP New Mexico,
Panelists
Dan Kennedy
NAIOP New Jersey,
Jonathan Shardlow
NAIOP Inland Empire,
Jim Villa
NAIOP Wisconsin,

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February 03, 2026, 2:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. ET

A Practical Guide to AI: Tools to Enhance Your Advocacy

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.

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Joseph Burak
Chief Strategist, TRANSiT Strategy & Analytics

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February 03, 2026, 2:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. ET

How to Communicate Legislative Wins

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.

Moderator
Tom Frank
NAIOP Pittsburgh,
Panelists
Justin Eddy
NAIOP Northern Ohio,
Craig Benedetto
NAIOP San Diego,
Tamara Small
NAIOP Massachusetts,

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February 03, 2026, 2:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. ET

Successful Chapter Programs

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.

Moderator
Chris Rossman
NAIOP Washington State,
Panelists
Morgan Beam
NAIOP Raleigh Durham,
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Tim Jemal
Chief Executive Officer, NAIOP SoCal
Jason Korengold
NAIOP Inland Empire,
Clayton Strolle
NAIOP Austin,

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February 03, 2026, 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. ET

State Organizational Meetings

NAIOP of Pennsylvania
NAIOP of Ohio
NAIOP of Florida
NAIOP of New York
NAIOP of North Carolina
NAIOP of Texas
NAIOP of California
NAIOP of Nevada

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February 03, 2026, 4 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. ET

Keynote - Inside Washington: A Political Briefing with Jonathan Martin

Jonathan Martin  
Politics Bureau Chief and Senior Political Columnist, POLITICO 

Jonathan Martin is a distinguished political journalist renowned for his incisive coverage that spans from the corridors of power in Washington, D.C., to the campaign trails across America. As POLITICO's bureau chief and senior political columnist, he is celebrated for delivering the inside scoop on White House dynamics, Capitol Hill maneuvering, and national elections.

With a career spanning pivotal roles at The New York Times and National Journal, he brings a wealth of experience and firsthand anecdotes to his analysis. Co-author of the bestseller This Will Not Pass: Trump, Biden, and the Battle for America’s Future, Martin is recognized for his ability to demystify complex political landscapes and provide clarity on emerging issues.

Martin is a seasoned CNN analyst, a regular contributor to NBC’s Meet the Press, and a writer for top publications including The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal.

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Jonathan Martin
Politics Bureau Chief and Senior Political Columnist, POLITICO

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February 03, 2026, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. ET

Networking Reception

Networking Event

Off-site: Wild Days – 1201 K St. NW

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February 04, 2026, 7:45 a.m. - 9 a.m. ET

Registration/Information Desk Open

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February 04, 2026, 7:45 a.m. - 9 a.m. ET

Buffet Breakfast

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February 04, 2026, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. ET

Depart for Capitol Hill Visits

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.

 

Learn more visiting Capitol Hill

 

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February 04, 2026, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. ET

Capitol Hill Club

Light refreshments.

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