A regional perspective of the commercial real estate sector, from financing and development, to the impact of the ports and logistics on the Inland Empire.
Join us for an afternoon of informative panels, networking, and cocktails.
Colliers International
As executive managing director for Colliers International’s
City of Moreno Valley
Mike Lee serves as the Economic Development
Duke Realty
As Vice President, Acquisitions and Dispositions,
City of Ontario
Bradley Gates is the Business Operations Director
World Class Logistics Consulting, Inc.
Jon DeCesare, President, WCL Consulting, after spending 20 years
Port of Houston Authority
Williams oversees the Port Authority’s Foreign
Registration and Networking
Opening Remarks
Investing in IE Industrial
Investment opportunities are abundant in the Inland Empire with e-commerce and the need for fulfillment infrastructure, as well as industrial manufacturing and warehousing, driving interest. Top dealmakers and investors will discuss the investment climate and how it fares compared to the full SoCal market, whether the current conditions are sustainable long-term, and what to expect for the year ahead.
Networking Break
A Market on Fire: Development Opportunities & Challenges
What type of facilities are being developed and redeveloped, and what amenities, as well as power and systems, are companies requiring when leasing space? The markets most active developers will discuss how they are shaping their pipelines, and the opportunities and challenges they face.
Growing Tides: Ports, Logistics & the Evolution of Space
The Port of LA just hit 9 million TEUs, a new record for North America and SoCal has seen a resurgence in manufacturing, filling up vacant space in the region. The logistics industry is beginning to see new technologies and information portals allowing them to gain access to new data, and at a much faster pace. Leaders will discuss how port activity is driving the market, what logistics companies are doing to keep up, and the challenges and opportunities we can expect moving forward.
Cocktail Reception
In Terms of Networking… it one of the best events!
“I’ve received several inquiries from people who I met at Connect LA who want to do business. It was one of the best events, in terms of really networking, that I’ve been to in my 20 year career”
Great Networking Opportunity That Is Fun And Energized!
“We’ve been really pleased with the format and content that the Connect Conferences have created. They do a great job bringing in speakers that provide relevant information that helps educate and inform our commercial real estate community.”
Connect brought together some of the industry’s most prominent leaders.
“It was a pleasure to sit amongst them and discuss some of the main trends emerging along with the challenges we are all facing. The event was well thought-out and I look forward to future ones with Connect Media.”
The Connect Media team has done a phenomenal job!
“Particularly at organizing and coordinating their events. I found that the Connect LA event I spoke at earlier this year was extremely beneficial and educational. They really know how to throw a great conference and connect this industry!”
5890 College Park Avenue
Chino, CA 91710
(909) 652-8200
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