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AFIRE members are invited to the Waldorf Astoria in Berlin, Germany, June 11-12, 2025 for the AFIRE 2025 European Conference Conference, AFIRE’s annual executive conference for real estate leaders and institutional investors from around the world.
The AFIRE European Conference is held annually in June in a European city with a focus on the unique challenges of operating a global investment platform. Past locations have included London, Paris, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, and more.
More details will be posted soon.

WEDNESDAY JUNE 11
13:30-15:00
15:30-17:00
Tour: Das Center am Potsdamer Platz
Tour: UpperWest
17:30-20:15
Welcome Reception & Keynote Dinner (Waldorf Astoria Berlin)
Kenneth R. Weinstein, Hudson Institute
20:30-23:30
AFIRE After Hours (Location TBD)
THURSDAY JUNE 12
08:00-09:00
Networking Breakfast
09:00-09:15
09:15-10:00
Meeting Begins / Welcome Remarks
Opening Keynote
Christian Lindner, German Free Democratic Party
10:00-10:30
Break
10:30-11:15
US Property Markets Update
11:15-12:00
Table Discussions & Report Out
12:00-13:30
Lunch
13:30-14:15
Capital Markets
Dr. Holger Schmieding, Berenberg
14:15-15:00
Cross Border Capital Flows
Audrey Klein, Spencer House Partners
15:00-15:30
Break
15:30-16:15
LP Viewpoint Panel
David Rückel, PIA Pontis
16:15-17:00
A New Era for Nuclear Power
Stefano Buono, newcleo
17:00-18:35
Closing Reception
The AFIRE 2025 European Conference will be held at the Waldorf Astoria Berlin (Hardenbergstraße 28, 10623 Berlin, Germany), an elegant urban oasis in the heart of Berlin that provides an exclusive experience at Germany’s first Waldorf Astoria Spa and The Library, a cozy lounge on the 15th floor with epic views.
Book your rooms directly with the hotel by email (berlin.reservations@waldorfastoria.com) or phone (+49 (0) 30 814 000 2288). The AFIRE room rate is €335 per night, plus fees.
Reference AFIRE for booking.
