
Retail Reimagined: Trends, Tenants, and Transformation
Retail real estate is evolving rapidly as consumer behavior, technology, and market demands reshape the landscape. This session will explore emerging trends in retail development, the types of tenants driving foot traffic, and how property owners and developers are adapting spaces for long-term success. From mixed-use environments to experiential retail, learn how to stay ahead in a transforming industry. Whether you’re investing, leasing, or developing, this conversation offers insights to help you thrive in the new era of retail.
Speakers: | James E. Daughrity SIOR |

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Hear from top financing partners on tools, programs, and strategies to fund your real estate projects from acquisition to construction.
9:10 AM - 10:00 AM
How private equity drives real estate, capital strategy, scaling deals, and what it takes to secure repeat institutional investment.
9:10 AM - 10:00 AM
Delve into the journeys of pioneering women who have forged paths in commercial real estate and learn strategies to succeed.
10:10 AM - 10:55 AM
Learn how capital, policy, and partnerships drive affordable housing and how deals get financed, approved, and delivered at scale.
10:10 AM - 10:55 AM
Learn how art is used to diversify portfolios, exploring its role as a cultural and financial asset in today’s market.
10:10 AM - 10:55 AM
Explore diverse career paths in commercial real estate with expert insights. Whether new or seasoned, craft your unique journey here!

DCRE Conference Day 2 (Panels & Awards) : Registration / Check in & Networking Breakfast
9 months ago
Closing Remarks
9 months ago
DCRE Honoree Awards Presentation and Fireside Chat
Industrial real estate is booming, driven by shifts in e-commerce, supply chains, and last-mile delivery. This panel dives into the key components of industrial development, from land acquisition and zoning to tenant needs, leasing strategies, and long-term investment trends. Hear from experts who are building and managing logistics hubs, warehouses, and distribution centers that power the modern economy. Whether...
Retail real estate is evolving rapidly as consumer behavior, technology, and market demands reshape the landscape. This session will explore emerging trends in retail development, the types of tenants driving foot traffic, and how property owners and developers are adapting spaces for long-term success. From mixed-use environments to experiential retail, learn how to stay ahead in a transforming industry...
Commercial real estate offers countless opportunities for entrepreneurs—from launching development firms to starting brokerages, tech platforms, and investment funds. This session features trailblazing professionals who’ve built successful CRE businesses from the ground up. Learn how they secured capital, found their niche, scaled their ventures, and navigated the challenges of the industry. Whether you’re just starting out...





