Please note: The MBA Catapult and TREI Conference agendas are each thoughtfully designed to be aligned with the mission and applicant interests of their respective programs. MBA program finalists should only follow the MBA Catapult agenda track. TREI finalists should only follow the TREI Conference agenda track. Dual applicants for both the MBA and TREI programs should follow the MBA agenda track on April 18th and 19th, with the exception of attending the Walker & Dunlop Welcome Reception prior to attending the Catapult Career Expo, and then follow the TREI agenda track on April 20th and 21st.
Day 1
Welcome Reception
Hosted by
1 Vanderbilt Ave Suite 3300, New York, NY 10017
(33rd Floor)
Note*
Security Check-in at the lobby front desk required. Please be sure to have a government-issued ID to present.
Day 2
*Be sure to bring your nametag*
The Westin Hotel at Times Square
Manhattan Room
Check-in & Breakfast
Break
Majestic Room
Real Estate Investment Trends: Market Conditions and Opportunities
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to structural changes in how people live and work. This panel will cover key post-pandemic market trends across the primary property sectors of office, retail, and multifamily. The discussion will also include industry responses to current macroeconomic conditions and global priorities such as sustainability.
Moderator
D. Sam Chandan, PhD FRICS FRSPH | NYU Stern School of Business
Panelists
Richard Coles | Vanbarton Group
Lauren Holden | Shopcore
Stephanie Lessick | AvalonBay Communities
Break
Plymouth Room
Real Estate Impact Investing: Affordable Housing Basics
Hosted by L+M Development Partners
There is widespread understanding in the public and private sectors that the development and preservation of affordable housing is imperative. This session will provide an overview of the players, deal structures, and funding tools in affordable housing development and investment. Rent level calculations and underwriting will also be covered. A deal case study will highlight the opportunities and challenges in the affordable housing space.
Speaker
Josue Sanchez | L+M Development Partners
Break
Majestic Ballroom
Lessons in Leadership
Lunch Provided
Hosted by
What makes a great leader? In this discussion, TIAA senior leaders will discuss their journey to leadership and the career-shaping lessons they learned along the way.
Moderator
Sherrii Webb | TIAA
Panelists
Jill Popovich | TIAA
Raymond J. Bellucci| TIAA
Break
Plymouth Room
There are several areas of professional specialization in the real estate investments space. In this panel and roundtable discussion, attendees will hear from professionals who work in key functional areas on the debt and equity sides of the business. Speakers will share background on their career path, the scope of their responsibilities, and professional insights.
Speakers
Joey Chilleli | Vanbarton Group
Victor Amoo | Basis Investment Group
Joy Roo | JLL
Break
Plymouth Room
Real Estate in Practice: A Trammell Crow Case Study
Hosted by
This session will highlight the full life cycle of a Trammell Crow investment, from sourcing & acquisition to business plan execution and ultimately a successful disposition. The case study presentation will include discussion on Trammell Crow's approach to assessing and canvassing the market, developing a market and asset investment thesis, and navigating investment opportunities and risk. The session will also cover the various roles represented on the deal team.
Speakers
Adam Weers | Trammell Crow Company
Michael Adamo | Trammell Crow Company
Plymouth Room
Wrap Up
Day 3
TREI Technical Skills Training in Partnership with Wall Street Prep
The Westin Hotel at Times Square
Majestic Ballroom Foyer
Check-in & Breakfast
Break
Plymouth Room
Morning Session:
Introduction to Real Estate Financial Modeling & Real Estate Operating Cash Flow
Majestic Ballroom Foyer
Lunch Break
Plymouth Room
Afternoon Session:
Introduction to Real Estate Financial Modeling & Real Estate Operating Cash Flow
Plymouth Room
Program Concludes