REITwise: 2026 Educational Conference is the premier event organized by Nareit, the leading voice for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and publicly traded real estate companies. Scheduled for March 24-26, 2026, at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida, this annual conference offers a comprehensive platform for professionals to engage with the latest developments in the REIT industry.
The 2026 program will cover critical areas such as accounting, finance, tax, and legal matters, with new sessions focusing on sustainability and human capital management. Attendees will gain insights into evolving regulatory landscapes, operational challenges, and strategic opportunities pertinent to REITs.
Beyond the educational sessions, REITwise 2026 provides ample networking opportunities, including structured events and informal gatherings designed to foster peer-to-peer dialogue and collaboration. The conference will also feature notable speakers who are experts in their respective fields, offering valuable perspectives on industry trends and best practices.
This conference is ideal for professionals in accounting, finance, human resources, law, sustainability, and tax within the REIT sector. Participants can earn up to 19 CPE credits, 17 CLE credits, and 13.5 SHRM credits, making it a valuable opportunity for continuing education and professional development.
Speakers(36)
Alanna Fishman
Senior Managing Director of Strategic Communications at FTI Consulting
Alanna Fishman is a Senior Managing Director of Strategic Communications at FTI Consulting, specializing in sustainability communications.
Allison Marino
Managing Director at J.P. Morgan
Allison Marino is a Managing Director at J.P. Morgan, specializing in real estate investment banking.
Allison Pan
Vice President at Chubb
Allison Pan is a Vice President at Chubb, specializing in underwriting and risk management for real estate clients.
Andrea Hoffenson
Senior Technician Reviewer in Branch 3 at Office of the Associate Chief Counsel at the Internal Revenue Service, Financial Institutions & Products
Andrea Hoffenson is a Senior Technician Reviewer in Branch 3 at the IRS's Office of the Associate Chief Counsel, specializing in financial institutions and products.
Ayris Scales
Senior Vice President of Social Responsibility & Global Initiatives at Nareit
Ayris Scales serves as Senior Vice President of Social Responsibility & Global Initiatives at Nareit, leading efforts in corporate social responsibility.
Bernard Audet Jr.
Branch Chief at Internal Revenue Service, Financial Institutions & Products
Bernard Audet Jr. is the Branch Chief at the IRS's Financial Institutions & Products division, overseeing tax policy and compliance for financial entities.
Cameron Arterton
Deputy Executive Vice President of Policy & Public Affairs at Nareit
Cameron Arterton is the Deputy Executive Vice President of Policy & Public Affairs at Nareit, focusing on policy development and advocacy.
Cathy Barre9
Executive Vice President of Policy & Public Affairs and General Counsel at Nareit
Cathy Barre9 serves as the Executive Vice President of Policy & Public Affairs and General Counsel at Nareit, overseeing the organization's policy initiatives and legal affairs.
Christian Hartman
Director at KPMG
Christian Hartman is a Director at KPMG, focusing on cybersecurity and risk advisory services.
Clint Satterthwaite
Vice President of Human Resources at Prologis, Inc.
Clint Satterthwaite serves as Vice President of Human Resources at Prologis, Inc., focusing on talent management and organizational development.
Dana Van Wie
Partner at PwC
Dana Van Wie is a Partner at PwC, specializing in human capital consulting and AI implementation.
Daniel Kaniewski
Managing Director at Marsh McLennan
Daniel Kaniewski is a Managing Director at Marsh McLennan, focusing on disaster resilience and risk management.
Dara Bernstein
Senior Vice President & Tax Counsel at Nareit
Dara Bernstein serves as Senior Vice President & Tax Counsel at Nareit, providing expertise on tax issues impacting REITs.
Grant Faulkner Nelson
Vice President and Team Manager at Gartner
Grant Faulkner Nelson is a Vice President and Team Manager at Gartner, leading research on AI adoption in finance and accounting.
Hicham Hamdouch
Managing Director at Morgan Stanley
Hicham Hamdouch is a Managing Director at Morgan Stanley, focusing on real estate investment strategies.
Howard Sider
Managing Director at Aon
Howard Sider is a Managing Director at Aon, focusing on real estate insurance solutions.
Janet Kerr
Professor of Law at Pepperdine University
Janet Kerr is a Professor of Law at Pepperdine University, specializing in corporate governance and securities regulation.
Joe McNamara
Managing Director at Marsh
Joe McNamara is a Managing Director at Marsh, focusing on insurance solutions for the real estate sector.
John Gottfried
Chief Financial Officer at American Tower Corporation
John Gottfried serves as the Chief Financial Officer at American Tower Corporation, overseeing the company's financial operations.
Jonathan Martin
Bureau Chief and Senior Political Columnist at POLITICO
Jonathan Martin is the Bureau Chief and Senior Political Columnist at POLITICO, covering national politics and policy.
Kenneth Pollack
Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at AGNC Investment Group
Kenneth Pollack is the Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at AGNC Investment Group, overseeing legal and corporate governance matters.
Kimberly Pexton
Senior Vice President of Sustainability at JBG SMITH
Kimberly Pexton is the Senior Vice President of Sustainability at JBG SMITH, overseeing the company's environmental and social governance strategies.
Lauren Moss
Chief Sustainability Officer at Vornado Realty Trust
Lauren Moss is the Chief Sustainability Officer at Vornado Realty Trust, leading the company's sustainability and environmental initiatives.
Madi Jensen
Manager of Sustainability at Healthpeak Properties, Inc.
Madi Jensen is the Manager of Sustainability at Healthpeak Properties, Inc., focusing on implementing sustainable practices across the company's portfolio.
Mellissa Boggs
Executive Vice President of Employee Experience at Kite Realty Group
Mellissa Boggs serves as Executive Vice President of Employee Experience at Kite Realty Group, focusing on human capital management and organizational development.
Michael Knott
Managing Director at Green Street
Michael Knott is a Managing Director at Green Street, providing strategic insights into real estate capital markets.
Minda Harts
Founder and CEO at The Memo, LLC
Minda Harts is the Founder and CEO of The Memo, LLC, and a best-selling author focusing on leadership development and diversity.
Ryan Abraham
Principal at EY
Ryan Abraham is a Principal at EY, specializing in legislative and regulatory matters affecting the real estate industry.
Ryan Knudson
Vice President of Energy & Sustainability at Phillips Edison & Co.
Ryan Knudson serves as Vice President of Energy & Sustainability at Phillips Edison & Co., leading the company's sustainability initiatives.
Scott Jennings
Political Commentator at CNN
Scott Jennings is a political commentator at CNN, providing analysis on U.S. politics and policy.
Spencer Levy
Global Chief Client Officer and Senior Economic Advisor at CBRE Clarion Securities
Spencer Levy is the Global Chief Client Officer and Senior Economic Advisor at CBRE Clarion Securities, offering insights into real estate markets and economic trends.
Stephen Kelly
Senior Vice President at Willis Towers Watson
Stephen Kelly is a Senior Vice President at Willis Towers Watson, specializing in insurance brokerage and risk management.
Stephen Swett
Partner at ICR Inc.
Stephen Swett is a Partner at ICR Inc., providing strategic communications and investor relations services.
Timothy Crowley
Partner at Hogan Lovells
Timothy Crowley is a Partner at Hogan Lovells, specializing in insurance law and risk management.
Victoria Rostow
Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs & Deputy General Counsel at Nareit
Victoria Rostow serves as Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs & Deputy General Counsel at Nareit, focusing on regulatory compliance and legal issues.
Yoel Kranz
Partner at Goodwin Procter LLP
Yoel Kranz is a Partner at Goodwin Procter LLP, specializing in real estate law and capital markets.
Event Details
- Date
- March 24-26, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Hollywood, United States
- Diplomat Beach Resort
- Audience
- Professionals in accounting, finance, human resources, law, sustainability, and tax within the REIT industry.
- CLE Credits
- Up to 17 CLE credits