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2025 REIT Investor Relations Symposium

New York Stock Exchange
New York
NY
June 2, 2025

2025 REIT IR Symposium Registration Open

The REIT Investor Relations Symposium, hosted by Nareit and the New York Stock Exchange, provides valuable insights into key topics affecting REIT investor relations and executive management teams. This invitation-only event is held alongside Nareit’s REITweek Investor Conference and is exclusively open to Nareit’s corporate members.

The program is designed to address the unique challenges faced by REIT investor relations professionals and to foster meaningful networking and peer exchanges.

Each year, the event attracts more than 100 REIT investor relations professionals and leaders. Registration is complimentary for invited guests.

Agenda

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Check-in
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.Networking Lunch
12:45 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.Opening Remarks
1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Session 1 – The Political Climate in 2025

Hear an analysis of the 2025 legislative and regulatory outlook for the REIT industry from a policy and public affairs expert.

Speaker:
David Bockorny, Executive Chairman & CEO, The Bockorny Group

1:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Session 2 – Market Research from Capitol Hill

Hear a summary of Nareit’s most recent market research about REIT messaging on Capitol Hill.

Speaker:
Matthew Bechard, EVP of Communications & Industry Affairs, Nareit

1:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.Networking Break
2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.

Session 3 – Lessons from the Board Room

Explore the dynamics between the Board of Directors and the Investor Relations team. Gain insights into the board's expectations and needs and learn how Investor Relations professionals can effectively meet those demands through strategic communication.

Moderator:
Jill Sawyer, SVP, Investor Relations, Federal Realty Investment Trust

Panelists:
David Henry, Co-Founder, Peaceable Street Capital and Board of Directors Member, Healthcare Realty Trust (NYSE: HR) and Starwood Real Estate Income Trust (SREIT)
Diana Laing, Board of Directors Member, Alexander & Baldwin (NYSE: ALX), The Macerich Company (NYSE: MAC), and Host Hotels & Resorts (Nasdaq: HST)
Donald Wood, President & CEO, Federal Realty Investment Trust & Board of Directors, Healthcare Realty Trust (NYSE: HR)

2:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Networking Break
3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

Session 3 – Understanding Index Inclusion Criteria

Get an understanding of the specific criteria required for inclusion in an index, which can aid in creating an innovative communication strategy that effectively tells a company's story. Learn how aligning your message with these criteria can foster a positive perception among both active and passive investors.

Moderator:
Ronald Bohlert, Director – Real Estate, NYSE

Panelists:
Alexa Marymor, Senior Manager, NYSE
Joti Rana, Head of Governance & Policy, Americas, LSEG

3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Session 4 – REIT and CRE Market Outlook

Understand key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the industry. Equip yourself with actionable intelligence and strategic foresight to position your company's story effectively to stakeholders.

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Networking and Cocktails

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