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The Development Approvals Index: A New Tool to Evaluate Local Approvals Processes

The NAIOP Research Foundation commissioned the creation of an index that compares development approvals processes in different jurisdictions so that developers can make more informed investment

Power Strain Inside CRE’s Race to Secure the Next Megawatt

Friday, December 19, 2025

As grid expansion lags, developers and investors are rewriting the development playbook around energy.

New and Noteworthy Projects

Thursday, March 13, 2025

An assortment of brief facts and figures about new and noteworthy development projects.

New & Noteworthy Projects

Thursday, May 23, 2024

An assortment of brief facts and figures about new and noteworthy development projects.

[Watch] NAIOP Insights: Onshoring and Nearshoring Explained

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Presented by Garry Weiss, Vice President - National Director Business Development & Strategic Initiatives, ARCO/Murray

New & Noteworthy

Thursday, June 10, 2021

Brief facts and figures about new and noteworthy development projects across North America.

Fontenot Louis

Monday, December 5, 2022

Louis Fontenot Louis Fontenot is responsible for all aspects of development and construction of industrial and mixed use developments throughout the Portland metropolitan area. He manages the design

Saginor Jesse

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Jesse Saginor, Ph.D. Dr. Jesse Saginor is an Associate Professor in the Real Estate Development Program at the University of Maryland. His work bridges affordable housing, economics, real estate

Murray-Coleman James

Monday, January 23, 2023

James Murray-Coleman James Murray-Coleman serves as the Sustainability Director for Trammell Crow Company. In this role, he is focused on developing and implementing an effective sustainability

Louisiana Named One of 2025’s Top 10 States for Business by Area Development

Friday, October 10, 2025

Every year, Area Development releases a ranking of states by how favorable their environments are to businesses based on criteria such as permitting speed, workforce, energy and infrastructure,

CEO on Leadership: Robert Ward, President and CEO, Skanska USA Commercial Development

Friday, March 23, 2018

The president of this New York City-headquartered real estate development firm offers his insights into the industry.

How to Attract Institutional Capital Through the Development of Operating Guidelines

Tuesday, September 18, 2018

Incorporating best practices for policies, strategies and procedures can make smaller developer-operators appealing to institutional investors.

Recruiting, Training and Retaining Talent in the Real Estate Development Industry

Thursday, June 20, 2024

The NAIOP Research Foundation commissioned this report to examine best practices in recruitment, training and retention for commercial real estate development firms. The study draws on interviews

Ohio’s Budget Sets the Standard for Economic Development Success

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

From mobilizing our local chapters to substantive discussions amongst our state leaders with industry experts, NAIOP members advocated for additional funding and refined standards for proven

How Office, Industrial and Retail Development and Construction Contributed to the U.S. Economy in 2012

Thursday, October 17, 2013

This research report quantifies the economic impact of new commercial real estate development and construction in the U.S. and states for 2012, including jobs created, income generated, GDP and the

Gilbert Ethan

Friday, February 16, 2024

Ethan Gilbert Ethan Gilbert serves as director of global ESG at Prologis, Inc., the world’s leader in logistics real estate. He has been with Prologis since 2018 and oversees a number of strategic

Cleaver Julie

Friday, December 2, 2022

Julie Cleaver Julie Cleaver was Senior Vice President of Commercial and Residential Planning for Summerlin, the 22,500-acre award winning master planned community in the Las Vegas Valley. With over

Lawrence Rod

Friday, January 6, 2023

Rod Lawrence Rod Lawrence is a Principal with Network Realty Partners, based in Alexandria, Virginia. Rod has over 30 years of real estate investment, development and management experience focusing

Smaller Markets Present Advantages for Local Developers and Investors: NAIOP Research Brief Examines Dynamics Underpinning Development in Tertiary Markets

Monday, January 10, 2022

Smaller Markets Present Advantages for Local Developers and Investors: NAIOP Research Brief Examines Dynamics Underpinning Development in Tertiary Markets Smaller Markets Present Advantages for Local

Ohio Ranked #3 State in U.S. for Commercial Real Estate Development

Monday, February 27, 2023

Ohio Ranked #3 State in U.S. for Commercial Real Estate Development Ohio Ranked #3 State in U.S. for Commercial Real Estate Development

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