AFIRE members are invited to Washington, DC February 12-14, 2025 for the AFIRE 2025 Winter Conference, AFIRE’s annual executive conference for real estate leaders and institutional investors from around the world.
The AFIRE Winter Conference is an annual two-day meeting held in February in the US, featuring special topics and educational sessions, as well as diverse keynote speakers and notable experts covering a range of political, economic, and real estate topics.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: CHARLENE LI
Charlene Li is the New York Times bestselling author of six books, including The Disruption Mindset, Open Leadership, and the critically acclaimed Groundswell. Her latest book, Winning with Generative AI: The 90-Day Blueprint for Success, lays out a master plan for generative AI strategy.
For the past three decades, Charlene has been helping people see the future and thrive through disruption. She has advised executives and boards to recognize the vital truth that companies can’t simply innovate in order to stay competitive. They must transform.
She is an experienced speaker who has inspired leaders in intimate forums and expansive conference halls. She has delivered keynote addresses at such venues as the World Economic Forum, TED, and South by Southwest. Charlene is frequently quoted in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USAToday, Reuters, ABC News, CNN, CNBC, and more. Learn more.
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WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 12
10:00-13:00
Board of Directors Meeting & Luncheon
Embassy Suites, Capital Ballroom A (First Floor), 900 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
18:00-19:00
Welcome Reception
Cocktails & Canapés Served
19:30-21:00
Board of Directors Dinner
Estuary at the Conrad (Third Floor)
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 13
08:00-09:00
Mentorship Breakfast
08:00-09:00
Breakfast & Networking
09:00-09:30
Meeting Begins / Welcome Remarks
09:30-10:15
The Evolving US Political Landscape
Jim VandeHei, Axios
10:15-11:00
An Update on the Mortgage Capital Markets
Kevin Palmer, Freddie Mac; Clyde Holland, Holland Partner Group
11:00-11:30
Morning Break
11:30-12:15
The Unloved Asset Types: Office, Hospitality, Retail, Senior Living
Drew Flood, Cushman & Wakefield; Jeff Giller, StepStone Group; Justin Shanahan, CBRE Investment Management; Kelly Sheehy, Artemis Real Estate Partners
12:15-14:00
Lunch & Networking
14:00-14:45
Global Macro Energy Markets and the Built Environment
Dr. Alexis Crow, PwC
14:45-15:30
Bridging the Gap between Public and Private Investment Strategy
Jon Litt, Land and Buildings; Andrew Osborne, Australian Super
15:30-16:00
Afternoon Break
16:00-17:00
An Economic View on US Real Estate in 2025
Richard Barkham, CBRE
17:00-18:00
Cocktail Reception
18:00-20:00
Dinner & Keynote Address: AI Leadership
Charlene Li
20:00-23:30
AFIRE After Hours (RSVP Required)
Crimson Whiskey Bar, 627 H Street, NW
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FRIDAY FEBRUARY 14
08:00-09:00
Breakfast & Networking
09:00-09:15
Welcome Remarks
09:15-10:00
Rewriting the Code: Making YIMBY Happen
Mike Kingsella, Up For Growth
10:00-10:45
Digital Rights: The Problem (and Opportunity) You Didn’t Know You Had
Neil Mandt, Digital Rights Management; Steve Weikal, MIT
10:45-11:00
Meeting Ends / Closing Remarks
. . . AND MORE TBA!
The AFIRE 2025 Winter Conference will be held at the Conrad Washington (950 New York Avenue, NW Washington, DC), a five-star hotel in the heart of the District.
A limited AFIRE room block is available at the Conrad at $389 per night. Booking deadline is January 22, 2025. Click here to book.
(Note: A deposit equal to one night’s stay is required to hold each individual reservation. The deposit shall serve to confirm the reservation for the date(s) indicated and, upon check-in, shall be applied to the final night of the reserved stay. This deposit is refundable if notice of cancellation is received at least 72 hours prior to arrival and a cancellation number is obtained.)
