Check-in for the event and grab your name badge at the Registration Desk in the Potomac Hall on the 2nd floor of the Intercontinental.

Location: Potomac Hall, 2nd Floor

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Gain deeper insights, personalized advice, and valuable networking connections with speakers after their segment.

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Knockout Networking
Our pre-conference structured networking helps attendees make connections with ease before the conference really begins. There are 60 minutes of roundtable discussions with topic prompts to help attendees open up about obstacles, challenges, wins and goals.

Knockout Networking
Our pre-conference structured networking helps limited partners make connections with ease before the conference really begins. There are 60 minutes of roundtable discussions with topic prompts to help attendees open up about obstacles, challenges, wins and goals.

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By invitation only. Details coming soon.

Location: Americana Foyer

The go-to spot for attendees to refuel, gather to chat, jot notes or take a clarity break in between sessions.

Location: Potomac Hall

Real estate remains a first-rate asset class, and economic indicators suggest a possible revival of deal activity in 2024. Join us for an insightful conversation with leading women dealmakers in the industry to discuss the future of commercial real estate investing. Hear the strategies and innovations from these trailblazers at top private equity firms, institutions, asset managers, and REITs who are navigating the ever-evolving real estate landscape.

Location: Connection Café 

This track will visit the state of the real estate debt finance market from the perspectives of lenders and opportunistic investors who see unprecedented potential in real estate debt including new senior origination opportunities as well as distressed public and private debt.

What are the secrets to successful fundraising in challenging market conditions? This track highlights real estate’s capital development leaders sharing their strategies and tactics to launch, market and close funds even in today’s competitive market.

The construction industry accounts for 36% of worldwide energy usage and 40% of carbon dioxide emissions. Real estate investors are increasingly utilizing their capital and industry expertise to fund projects that align with sustainability goals while also focusing on generating returns. This track explores investments in innovative new developments, technology, and retrofits that drive sustainability in energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and better durability, as well as the challenges in this growing space.

○ Private investment in the housing market plays a tremendous role in driving economic growth and stability. Yet, high interest rates, low inventory, and affordability issues continue to impact the deal environment. In this track, we will examine areas of opportunity and the effects of headwinds on multifamily, single-family, senior housing, and more. We will hear from managers, developers, and operators who are investing, innovating, and sometimes disrupting the housing industry.  

The universe of possibilities within healthcare is expanding for real estate investors. The intersection of this booming $4 trillion recession-resistant industry and real estate presents unique investment opportunities and some obstacles. This track explores healthcare real estate investment themes and trends, including medical retail, REITs, medical office, behavioral health, new construction and retrofitting existing facilities, and the interplay between investments in housing and medical real estate. 

Technology is reshaping the real estate landscape, cultivating a smarter and more connected built environment and creating value for investors. Advancements, including the use of AI, are essential for new projects. They can also breathe new life into existing assets or render them obsolete. This track will explore investing in proptech within commercial real estate.  

With the rise of domestic production and thriving e-commerce marketplaces, the U.S. outlook on industrial real estate remains strong despite overall declines in the market. The growing significance of modernization, specifically data and technology, is evident as new technologies, such as automated warehousing systems revolutionize the industry. This track will explore the industrial and logistics sector through the lens of real estate, including dealmaking trends, consumer behavior, sustainability considerations, and asset management strategies. 

A Kayo tradition at every event! Once the conference wraps for the day, leave your business attire behind and stretch your legs for a low intensity walk to unwind before your dinner plans. Led by a Kayo team member, this group of attendees will embark on a 60-minute walk, connecting over uncommon commonalities and soaking in the waterfront beauty of The Wharf.

The go-to spot for attendees to refuel, gather to chat, jot notes or take a clarity break in between sessions.

This panel of CIOs and leading institutional investors will discuss trends in real asset allocations and share what fund managers need to know to raise capital in today’s environment.

Commercial real estate assets face challenges against a backdrop of high interest rates and evolving demands. As allocators are approached with numerous opportunities, they must make informed decisions on allocating their funds to generate the best returns. In this track, LPs will share their insights into the role of real estate within their portfolios, how they balance risks and returns, and aligning with the right managers for their strategy.