The SVN Annual Conference is a premier event organized by SVN International Corp., a global commercial real estate brokerage firm. This conference brings together SVN advisors, managing directors, and industry professionals to discuss the latest trends, strategies, and innovations in the commercial real estate sector.
The conference agenda includes a variety of sessions covering key topics such as the state of the company, advancements in artificial intelligence within the industry, and economic outlooks for commercial real estate. Attendees can participate in product council breakout meetings focusing on sectors like retail, office, industrial, and multifamily properties. Keynote speakers and panel discussions provide insights into workplace culture, high-performance strategies, and the future of brokerage.
In addition to educational sessions, the conference offers ample networking opportunities, including receptions, advisory board lunches, and resort activities like golf and pickleball. Notable speakers have included industry leaders and experts such as Lukas Krause, CEO of SVN International PBC, and Dr. Sam Chandan, Professor of Finance at NYU Stern School of Business.
The event is ideal for commercial real estate professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge, expand their networks, and stay abreast of industry developments. Attendees gain valuable insights into market trends, technological advancements, and best practices to drive success in their respective roles.
Speakers(21)
Allison S. Weiss
Founder at CRE Recruiting, Inc.
Allison S. Weiss is the founder of CRE Recruiting, Inc., with over 10 years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, human resources, and operations. She has successfully recruited hundreds of commercial real estate professionals.
Augie Schmidt, SIOR
Senior Advisor at Saunders Commercial
Augie Schmidt, SIOR, is a Senior Advisor at Saunders Real Estate, specializing in industrial properties and providing custom strategic plans for clients in acquisition, disposition, and leasing.
Brandi McDonald Sikes, MCR, CRE
Advisor at SVN | J. Beard Real Estate
Brandi Sikes has over 25 years of experience in commercial real estate, involved in the sourcing, negotiating, and executing of over $2.7 billion and 13.2 million square feet of commercial transactions.
Brian Caldwell
Director of Strategic Accounts at Compstak
Brian Caldwell is the Director of Strategic Accounts at CompStak, delivering the company's mission to create transparency in commercial real estate data. He has been with CompStak for over five years.
Curt Arthur, SIOR
Managing Director at SVN | Commercial Advisors
Curt Arthur, SIOR, has been a commercial real estate professional for more than 30 years, specializing in office and industrial properties. He has successfully closed more than $1 billion in real estate transactions.
Dr. Anirban Basu
Chairman and CEO at Sage Policy Group
Dr. Anirban Basu is the Chairman and CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., an economic and policy consulting firm. He has served as Chair of the Maryland Economic Development Commission and teaches at Johns Hopkins University.
Dr. Etienne Van Der Walt
Chief Executive Officer at Neurozone®
Dr. Etienne Van Der Walt is an accomplished neurologist with a special interest in psychoneuroimmunology and systems biology. He is the CEO of Neurozone®, a neuroscience business dedicated to enhancing true resilience and high performance capacity.
Helen Calvin
CEO at Buildout
Helen Calvin is the CEO of Buildout, a leader in Commercial Real Estate technology. She has over 15 years of experience in building growth organizations in tech SaaS.
Jason Pantana
Coach, Trainer, and Speaker at Tom Ferry International
Jason Pantana is a coach, trainer, and speaker for Tom Ferry International, specializing in social media strategy, digital marketing, and emerging business trends. He is also the host of the popular seminar, 'Sales & Marketing Edge'.
Jeff Mays
National Speaker and Coach at Tom Ferry International
Jeff Mays is a national speaker and coach for Tom Ferry International, with over 30 years of experience in the real estate industry. He has coached and trained many of the industry's highest-producing agents.
John McDermott
Senior Vice President & Director of Leader Support at SVN International Corp.
John McDermott serves as the Senior Vice President of SVN International Corporation and is a member of the Executive Committee of the SVN Asset Recovery Team (SVNART). He has 45 years of real estate and finance experience.
Justin Ryder, CCIM
Advisor at SVN | Stone Commercial Real Estate
Justin Ryder, CCIM, is an Advisor at SVN Stone Commercial Real Estate, specializing in multi-family and auto-related investment sales. He has completed over 184 transactions across Central Kentucky.
Lukas Krause
CEO at SVN International Corp.
Lukas Krause is the Chief Executive Officer at SVN International Corp., with a diverse background and a proven track record in building transformative companies across multiple industries.
Mike Zei
Co-Founder and COO at TenantBase
Mike Zei has over 15 years of industry experience and serves as co-founder and COO at TenantBase. He leads all revenue-generating operations, focusing on business development and growing a network of partner brokers.
Reid Bennett, CCIM
Senior Vice President at SVN | Chicago Commercial
Reid Bennett, CCIM, serves as National Council Chair of Multifamily Properties for SVN International and a Senior Vice President for SVN – Chicago Commercial. He focuses primarily on the sale of apartment communities across the Midwest.
Sam Chandan, PhD MPH MSc FRSPH FRICS
Professor of Finance & Founding Director of the C. H. Chen Institute for Global Real Estate at NYU Stern School of Business; Founder & Non-Executive Chairman of Chandan Economics
Sam Chandan is Professor of Finance and Founding Director of the C. H. Chen Institute for Global Real Estate at NYU Stern School of Business and Founder and Non-Executive Chairman of Chandan Economics. His current research focuses on innovation in real estate capital markets and urban epidemiology.
Sean Forester
Industry Principal at Appfolio
Sean Forester, Industry Principal at AppFolio, works closely with property owners and operators to drive growth and innovation in property management. He stays ahead of technology trends and regularly speaks on how operators can leverage these insights to succeed.
Smiley Poswolsky
Bestselling Author & Global Expert on Workplace Culture and the Future of Work
Adam Smiley Poswolsky is a millennial workplace expert, motivational speaker, and author of 'The Quarter-Life Breakthrough' and 'The Breakthrough Speaker'. He helps companies attract, retain, and empower millennial talent.
Tiffanie Robinson
Managing Director at SVN | Second Story Real Estate Management
Tiffanie Robinson has a background in entrepreneurship, strategy, and operations. She is a professional connector who strives to bring together businesses with properties and entrepreneurs with investors.
Topher Stephenson
Commercial Real Estate AI Speaker, Consultant & Ops Leader
Topher Stephenson brings over a decade of experience in commercial real estate, focusing on solving everyday CRE challenges through technology. He oversees operations, marketing, and the firm’s AI consulting division at Aspire Commercial in Houston.
Wesley Cox, CCIM
Senior Advisor at SVN | Miller Commercial Real Estate
Wesley Cox, CCIM, serves as a Senior Advisor for SVN-Miller Commercial Real Estate with 20 years of experience. He has been involved in over 800 real estate transactions totaling over $800 million.
Event Details
- Date
- November 10-12, 2024
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Indian Wells, United States
- Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Commercial real estate professionals, SVN advisors, managing directors, industry experts