Fall 2025 Issue

NAIOP Massachusetts: Advancing Solutions to Office Market Challenges and Housing Shortages

By: Anastasia Daou

NAIOP Massachusetts played an active role in passage of a state bill that makes it easier to pursue office-to-residential conversions.

From the Editor: Celebrating Today, Looking Ahead to the Future

Our annual Developer of the Year issue is a celebration of everything that makes commercial real estate development exceptional — innovation, resilience, community engagement and more.

On Leadership: Brandon Kelly

The president and CEO of R.J. Kelly (RJK), located in Burlington, Massachusetts, discusses the evolution of his family’s company, his approach to leadership and what it takes to succeed in commercial real estate.

Prepping the Next Generation of Industry Professionals

Real estate academic programs and CRE firms can partner to better prepare students for real-world conditions.

An Association and an Industry That Inspire Excellence

A true highlight of serving as your NAIOP chair for 2025 is visiting our chapter network across North America.

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PERSPECTIVES ARTICLES FROM PAST ISSUES

From the Editor: Building the Future Innovative Projects Redefining CRE

Commercial real estate is evolving, with innovative projects across North America transforming our engagement with the built environment.

Potential Tariff Impacts on Canadian CRE

Thinking through possible ramifications if a long-term trade war ensues between the U.S. and Canada.

On Leadership: Mark Levy, Altman Logistics Properties

The president of Altman Logistics Properties, headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, shares his insights on the importance of people skills, servant leadership and the dynamic logistics industry.

NAIOP New Jersey: Standing Up for CRE and the Logistics Industry

NAIOP New Jersey is at the heart of Circulate NJ’s efforts to change the public discourse.

NAIOP Research Foundation Names 2025-2027 Visionaries Class

Five rising industry professionals selected to receive mentorship from Research Foundation Governors.

Why NAIOP Conferences Are a Must-attend for Industry Professionals

Staying ahead of trends, expanding our networks and gaining fresh insights doesn’t happen by accident.

Chapter Profile: NAIOP Vancouver

Land constraints lead to both challenges and opportunities.

Reflecting on My Year as NAIOP Chair

It has been my honor and privilege to serve this past year as the 57th chair of the organization.

On Leadership: L. Mark Billeaud

A founding partner of Summit Real Estate Group in St. Louis shares his insights and lessons learned from nearly 35 years in the commercial real estate business.

From the Editor: A New Landscape for Commercial Real Estate

This past year, we witnessed a significant shift in trends and priorities within the CRE sector.

Published 2024

CRE Terms and Definitions

The NAIOP Terms and Definitions Glossary, authored by the NAIOP Research Foundation, identifies and defines key words and concepts used in the commercial real estate field. Visit the glossary, just updated in 2024, for the latest detailed descriptions of property types; development terms; building material definitions; lease and transaction terminology; environmental, social and governance (ESG) building certification standards and more.

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