Thursday, March 28, 2024

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

9:00 AM - 9:40 AM: 2024 Economic Outlook: Real Estate as the Ultimate Economic Driver

The first half of the decade has dealt the real estate industry more twists and turns than anyone
would have forecasted. The industry is still battling the lingering economic effects of the
pandemic, inflation and a challenging interest rate environment. Don’t miss your chance to get
data-backed forecasts for the industry’s top asset classes, and hear where leaders are tapping
into new opportunities to unleash greater cash and deal flow in 2024.

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

11:50 AM - 12:05 PM : Networking Break 

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

12:05 PM - 12:40 PM : 2024 Housing Forecast: Investing in the Community & Delivering Greater
Affordability

After a record year for the NYC sales and rental markets amidst tight inventory, many are
hoping that 2024 will usher in a calmer market. The priority continues to be a need for more
quality affordable housing options. Join this critical conversation as experts discuss the impacts
of 421-a’s expiration, proposed replacement programs and abatements, and the role that
developers, investors and lenders are playing in financing and prioritizing more low- to middle-
income housing options.

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

12:40 PM - 1:15 PM : Fueling Neighborhood Development & Supporting NYC’s Critical Central Business Districts

Hear from leaders across NYC’s most successful neighborhoods as they discuss how NYC can
serve as a microcosm of the larger U.S. need to restore activity in central business districts from
coast to coast. Experts will share dynamic conversations around what needs to be done to
modernize and deliver more efficient infrastructure and transportation, as well as a look into the
tech solutions supporting the flight to quality and building urban resilience.

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

11:15 AM - 11:50 AM : Midtown Manhattan Reimagined: Rezoning & Reinventing One of the Most Iconic Business Districts in the World

Midtown Manhattan has long been the home of some of the most powerful and transformative businesses in the world. Midtown South is also the home of industrial areas ripe for repurposing. Join this timely discussion on the Mayor's proposed Midtown rezoning, how the conversion of office and industrial spaces will shift housing inventory, and what ripple effects this could have on the personalities of Midtown's surrounding neighborhoods.

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

8:35 AM - 9:00 AM  : Keynote Interview

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

8:00 AM:  Networking Breakfast 

ANGELA PINSKY

Head of Government Affairs & Public Policy 

Google

NATE BLISS

Chief of Staff, Deputy Mayor for Housing, Economic Development and Workforce

NYC Office of the Mayor 

ALFRED CERULLO III

President & CEO

Grand Central Partnership

JEFFREY LEFRANCOIS

Executive Director 

Meatpacking District

LAURA ROTHROCK 

President 

Long Island City Partnership

TOBY DODD

Regional President, Northeast

Cushman & Wakefield 

MODERATOR 

GREGORY GOMER

CFO & Co-Founder 

HqO

JEFFREY GURAL 

Chairman

GFP Real Estate 

JONATHAN MECHANIC 

Chair, Real Estate Department 

Fried Frank 

SURI KASIRER

President

Kasirer 

MODERATOR 

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

9:40 AM - 10:00 AM: Keynote  Interview 

KEN FISHER

Partner

Fisher Brothers

DEAN SHAPIRO

Global Head of Development

Oxford 

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM : Spotlight Session: Exploring Tenant Representatives and Landlord Agency Discussions

DAVID FALK

President New York Tri-State Region 

Newmark

REGINA MYER 

President 

Downtown Brooklyn Partnership

BASHA GERHARDS

Senior Vice President of Planning 

The Real Estate Board of New York

MODERATOR 

KATHERINE KELMAN

Managing Director 

LMXD

ERIC RAMIREZ 

Managing Director, Co-Head of Eastern Region Originations 

ACORE Capital 

KATHRYN WYLDE

President & CEO

Partnership for New York City

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

1:15 PM ET: Closing Remarks

PAUL “TAD” M. O’CONNOR

Partner and Co-Chair of the Real Estate Litigation Practice

Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP

MODERATOR 

In this keynote interview, Ken Fisher, Partner at Fisher Brothers, will discuss recent advancements within
the fourth-generation real estate firm’s portfolio, including signing the largest commercial office lease in
2023 and finalizing the repositioning of 1345 Avenue of the Americas, as well as sharing valuable insight
into how firms can stay nimble as companies return to work. An avid philanthropist and community
leader, Ken will discuss the importance of making an impact in the communities where he does
business. Ken can speak to the latest impactful work through Fisher House Foundation and its network
of Fisher Houses, which provide a home away from home for the families of service members and
veterans who are being treated for an illness or injury far from home.

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

10:45 AM - 11: 15 AM : Keynote Interview

MARC HOLLIDAY 

Chairman & CEO

SL Green Realty

MAX GROSS

Editor- in- Chief

Commercial Observer

MODERATOR 

Fireside Chat: Exploring Tenant Representatives and Landlord Agency Discussions
This session will explore the intricacies of landlord agency discussions between tenants seeking to lease
space and the agents or representatives of property owners. These discussions typically revolve around
property availability, rental rates, lease terms, tenant improvements, and any specific requirements or
preferences of the tenant. How can both parties facilitate a mutually beneficial leasing arrangement that
meets the needs of both the tenant and the landlord?

JEFF NELSON

EVP, Investment Management Group

RXR

DAVID GOLDSTEIN

President, Tri State 

Savills

ZACH BERNSTEIN

Partner 

Fried Frank 

MODERATOR 

AIDA STODDARD

Senior Vice President of Development 

MAG Partners

SARAH BERMAN 

Executive Director/ President 

Avenue of Americas Association/The Berman Group

MODERATOR

JOSH KURILOFF

Executive Vice Chair 

Cushman & Wakefield 

JOSH WINEFSKY

Partner

Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP

MODERATOR  

SHELAH WALLACE

Senior Director, Originations 

Nuveen Green Capital