As the real estate industry continues to evolve, emerging developers face both significant opportunities and growing challenges in accessing capital, building strategic relationships, and successfully executing projects. This session will explore the financing landscape for emerging developers, including debt, equity, public-private partnerships, and alternative funding sources that can help bring projects to life. Panelists will discuss what lenders, investors, and capital partners are looking for in today’s market, as well as practical strategies for positioning deals for success. Attendees will also gain insights into relationship-building, navigating market uncertainty, and creating long-term growth opportunities within the development ecosystem. Whether attendees are looking to close their first deal or scale their development platform, this conversation will provide actionable insights and valuable industry perspective.

Presenters

Miranda D Walker

Emerging Markets Manager, Affordable Housing,
U.S. Bank Impact Finance