Attend Nareit's REITworld, our 2017 Annual Convention, to take advantage of the many opportunities to hear first-hand from REIT executives and learn from experts in the real estate investment community.
During REITworld, you can:
- Gather the latest insights and market intelligence from industry experts.
- Identify new investment opportunities.
- Forge new business relationships and strengthen existing ones.
- Participate in thought-provoking conversations with peers and industry leaders.
A perfect blend of private meetings, educational sessions and networking events make Nareit's REITworld an event you won't want to miss.
Registration Pricing
Registration fees include general and spotlight sessions, refreshment breaks, breakfasts and luncheons.
| Registration Fees | On or before Oct. 13, 2017 |
On or after Oct. 14, 2017 |
| Corporate member* | $1,145 | $1,245 |
| Individual member | $1,445 | $1,545 |
| Tax-exempt member | $600 | $700 |
| Nonmember** | $2,145 | $2,245 |
*Employees of a REIT or public real estate operating company (or its sponsor) that is a Nareit member.
**Employees and officers of REITs (or their sponsors) that are not members of Nareit may NOT attend this meeting as nonmembers. The REIT must be a Nareit member.
Suite Access & Registration Policy
All individuals attending meetings in suites must be registered for REITworld 2017 in order to gain access to the Hilton Anatole hotel rooms.
Note: To be granted access to any meeting in a suite you, and each individual in your party, must have a REITworld 2017 convention badge.
Conference Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be received in writing to Afia Boone at aboone@nareit.com. Full conference refunds will be issued for cancellations received prior to Friday, Oct. 13, 2017, less a $100 processing fee.
Note: No refunds will be granted after Friday, Oct. 13, 2017.
Attire
Business casual attire is appropriate for all convention sessions and events.
Hilton Anatole
2201 N. Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, TX 75207
Phone: 214-748-1200
* Please note this is the link to the Hilton Anatole website. This is NOT the link to reserve your hotel room at the Nareit group rate. You must first register for REITworld 2017 in order to book your hotel room. After your registration is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation email that will contain the hotel reservation link
Nareit Room Rate
Hilton Anatole Dallas - $235 Guest Rooms (Single/Double Occupancy)
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Dallas - Market Center - $189 Guest Rooms (Single/Double Occupancy)
Hotel Reservation Policy
In order to reserve a hotel room within the Nareit negotiated group block, you must first register for the convention. If a hotel room is reserved, but the individual is not registered for the convention, the hotel reservation will be canceled, and their deposit will be forfeited. Should you have questions regarding the hotel, contact Lacey Rimoli-Wiesel at lacey@stagedrightevents.com. You can reach Staged Right Events offices by calling 954-404-8252. Please do not contact the hotel directly.
Note: All room reservations will be charged a one-night, non-refundable deposit at the time of reservation request. Hotel reservations are due no later than Friday, Oct. 13, 2017, to receive the group rate (pending availability).
Hotel Cancellation Policy
Nareit requires a one night, non-refundable deposit paid to the hotel at time of reservation. Cancellation of additional room nights (not the entire reservation) without penalty requires notice 72 hours prior to arrival, otherwise additional room and tax penalties may apply and will be charged to the credit card on file. Any changes to your hotel reservation may be done on the hotel room block site up until 72 hours prior to arrival or by emailing lacey@stagedrightevents.com. All change requests are subject to room availability. Please do not call the hotel directly.
Standard Room Amenities
Chair with ottoman
Large work desk with lamp
Ergonomic desk chair
Mini-refrigerator
WiFi
Coffee station
Adjustable climate controls, voicemail and an in-room safe
Dining
SĒR
Serving: Dinner & Cocktails
Dress attire: Smart Casual
Media Grill & Bar
Serving: Lunch & Dinner
Dress attire: Smart Casual
Counter Offer
Serving: 24-Hour Grab & Go
Dress attire: Casual
Terrace
Serving: Breakfast
Dress attire: Casual
Gossip Bar
Serving: Continental Breakfast & Late-Night Cocktails
Dress attire: Smart Casual
Spa
VSpa
For information or reservations, please call 214-761-7800 or visit VSpa online.
Fitness
The Hilton Anatole's award-winning health facility, Verandah Club & Fitness, provides everything needed to help meet your individual wellness goals. For more information, please visit Verandah Club & Fitness online.
Parking
Self parking fee: $22; 0-4 hours: $15; 4-8 hours: $20
Valet parking fee: $29; Day use: $24
Pets
Only service animals are allowed on property
Airport Information
Love Field Airport
Distance from hotel: 5 miles
Drive Time: 10 minutes
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Distance from hotel: 17 miles
Drive Time: 25 minutes
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Monday, Nov. 13
3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Registration Tuesday, Nov. 14
7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Registration 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Networking Room 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. Buffet Breakfast 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. REITPAC Suite (invitation only) 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. Executive Board Meeting (closed meeting) 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. Spotlight Session: Corporate Governance
Moderator:
Victoria Rostow, SVP, Policy & Regulatory Affairs, Nareit
Panelists:
Jeremy Banoff, Sr. Managing Director, FPL Associates L.P.
Debra Barbanel, Consultant, Russell Reynolds Associates
Yoel Kranz, Partner, Goodwin10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Spotlight Session: REITs—Making the Business Case for Sustainability
Moderator:
Fulya Kocak, VP, Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Issues, Nareit
Panelists:
Ari Frankel, AVP, Sustainability & High Performance Buildings, Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
Hans Op't Veld, Head of Listed Real Estate, PGGM
Lou Schotsky, First Vice President, Investments, Equity Residential
David Stanford, Executive Director, RealFoundations12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
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Thomas Baltimore, Jr.Lunch General Session: Real Estate Built for the Long-Term - Emergency preparedness
- Corporate governance
- Risk management
- Return on investment
Timothy Naughton, Chairman, CEO & President, AvalonBay Communities, Inc. and Nareit 2017 Chair
Thomas Baltimore, Jr., Chairman, President & CEO, Park Hotels & Resorts and Nareit 2018 Chair
Moderator:
Thomas Baltimore, Jr., Chairman, President & CEO, Park Hotels & Resorts
Panelists:
Richard Campo, Chairman & CEO, Camden Property Trust
Joseph Margolis, CEO, Extra Space Storage, Inc.
Martin (Hap) Stein, Chairman & CEO, Regency Centers Corporation2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Spotlight Session: Tax Reform
Speakers:
Tony Edwards, EVP & General Counsel, Nareit
Steven Wechsler, President & CEO, Nareit6:00 - 9:30 p.m.
John BrennanAdvisory Board of Governors Reception and Dinner (invitation only)
Speaker:
John Brennan, CIA Director (2013–2017); Assistant to President Barack Obama for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism and Deputy National Security Advisor (2009–2013)Wednesday, Nov. 15
7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Registration 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Networking Room 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. Buffet Breakfast 7:15 - 8:30 a.m. Real Estate Investment Advisory Council Breakfast (invitation only) 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. REITPAC Suite (invitation only) 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Spotlight Session: Economic Outlook
Moderator:
Michael Grupe, EVP, Research & Investor Outreach, Nareit
Panelists:
Brad Case, SVP, Research & Industry Information, Nareit
Calvin Schnure, SVP, Research & Economic Analysis, Nareit
John Worth, SVP, Research & Investor Outreach, Nareit12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Steve Wechsler
Raghuram RajanLunch General Session: The Global Economic Outlook - Opportunities and Challenges
Welcome & Leader In the Light Awards:
Steven Wechsler, President & CEO, Nareit
Speaker:
Raghuram Rajan, Professor of Finance, University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and Governor, Reserve Bank of India (2013-2016)Thursday, Nov. 16
7:30 - 10:00 a.m. Registration 7:30 - 10:00 a.m. Networking Room 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. REITPAC Suite (invitation only) 7:30 - 10:00 a.m. Buffet Breakfast *NOTE: This schedule is subject to change.
Listen to recordings from the spotlight and general sessions, recorded live at Nareit's REITworld, our 2017 annual convention.
Spotlight Session: Economic Outlook. Nareit EVP Mike Grupe moderated a REITworld 2017 panel that reviewed the progress of REITs in the last two decades and examined how the current economic outlook fits into the context of that environment. Listen to the session below.
Spotlight Session: REITs—Making the Business Case for Sustainability. Experts on this panel examined a variety of ESG issues, including the value proposition of sustainability, the need for better communication on ESG achievements and the importance of being proactive as regulations continue to change. Listen to the sesssion below.
Spotlight Session: Corporate Governance. The panel discussed the lessons learned from the 2017 U.S. REIT proxy season, focusing on the agenda of activist REIT investors, REIT governance practices, diversity and board composition and REIT compensation issues. Listen to the sesssion below.
General Session: Real Estate Built for the Long-Term.
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Thank you for your interest in sponsorship at Nareit’s REITworld. Explore the available sponsorship opportunities below. To secure a sponsorship, complete the sponsorship interest form. Upon receipt of your sponsorship interest form, a confirmation email and contract will be prepared and sent out to the sponsorship contact provided.
Should you have any questions regarding sponsorship, please feel free to contact Chris Flood. Should you have questions concerning the online form or submission process please contact Tracie Desjardins.
Convention Registration
Tracie Desjardins
Operations Coordinator, Nareit
202-739-9439
tdesjardins@nareit.com
Allison Shaw
Operations Coordinator, Nareit
202-739-9420
ashaw@nareit.com
Afia Boone
Director, Membership & Meetings, Nareit
202-739-9433
aboone@nareit.com
Katelyn Rowland
Director, Membership & Meetings, Nareit
202-739-9443
krowland@nareit.com
Hotel Reservations
Lacey Rimoli
Housing Director, Staged Right Events
954-404-8252
lacey@stagedrightevents.com
Amy Miller
Meeting and Convention Coordinator, Staged Right Events
954-404-8252
amy@stagedrightevents.com
Sponsorship
Chris Flood VP, Business Development, Nareit
202-739-9412
cflood@nareit.com
Speakers
Afia Boone
Director, Membership & Meetings, Nareit
202-739-9433
aboone@nareit.com
Corporate Member Suites
Katelyn Rowland
Director, Membership & Meetings, Nareit
202-739-9443
krowland@nareit.com
Overall Convention Issues
Pam Coleman
SVP, Meetings, Nareit
202-739-9427
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