Monday, July 21, 2025
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Session PART I: Property Type Deep Dive (60 Minutes)
An in-depth look at profitability, sustainability, and overall performance of the various CRE property sectors. After this session, attendees will break out into individual groups to engage in further networking through an interactive group activity.
*The dress code for this session is athletic-leisure. We will be transitioning directly to our asset class activity after this session*
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Property Type Group Activity: Walk A Mile in Her Shoes!
In this interactive activity, we will be splitting up into asset class groups and competing in a one-mile walk-and-talk! To win, your team must cross the finish line all together. May the best asset class win!
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | WOI Pop of Color Welcome Party
In a sea full of grey suits... be a POP of color! Join our Women of Influence Pop of Color Party and wear your most colorful outfit!
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM | Networking Activities | Vinyasa Yoga | Power up Your Presence (Weight Lifting)
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Registration
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Networking Breakfast
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Opening Keynote: When You Bet on Yourself, You Always Win: Overcoming Setbacks, with Molly Bloom
How do you come back from a failure? After the FBI arrested Molly Bloom and confiscated all her earnings from her poker business, she could have given up. Instead, she used the same lessons she learned from her father that led her to come back from back surgery to be ranked No. 3 in North America in moguls, to overcome this setback. She wrote the bestselling memoir, Molly's Game, convinced Aaron Sorkin to write the screenplay, and the film earned an Oscar nomination for Best Screenplay. In this inspiring talk, Bloom will share true stories and life lessons showing that when you bet on yourself in business, you can always win.
Molly Bloom, Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author, one of Fortune’s Most Powerful Women
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | CRE State of the Industry Panel
GlobeSt. once again welcomes back top female executives from every link in the CRE value chain to discuss the current state of the CRE market, examine transactional shifts, and break down key trends from capital resources to development, to property management. This can't-miss opening session will provide attendees with a robust look at the CRE landscape from top to bottom.
Julie Baird, President, First American Exchange Company - First American Exchange CompanyMaria Barry, National Executive, Community Development Banking - Bank of America
Michelle McAtee, Partner & Co-Chair, Real Estate Transactions Practice - Jenner & Block LLP
Kelly Smith, Partner - Bennett Thrasher LLP
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Unplugged Discussion Groups
The Nimble Leader
The Financial Visionary
The Balanced Principal
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Preventing Burnout: Self-Care Strategies for Busy Women & Teams
Dr. Nkem Ezeamama, Physician, Investor, Visionary Leader - Pheenyx Capital InvestmentSamantha Mansfield, VP, Originations & Client Relations - Artes Capital
Elizabeth Boldin Thomas, Senior Vice President of Business Transformation and Intelligence - Centennial
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM | Unplugged Discussion Groups
The Nimble Leader
The Financial Visionary
The Business Innovator
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The Balanced Principal
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Networking Lunch
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM | REal Talk: Navigating the Real Estate Industry with Jennifer E. Nichols
Drawing on 20 years of experience in commercial real estate, Jennifer E. Nichols will offer a transparent look into the highs, hurdles, and hard-earned lessons of her professional journey. This moderated conversation will provide inspiration, practical takeaways, and unfiltered advice for women advancing in the industry.
Jennifer Nichols, Executive Vice President & General Counsel - CRGStacey Grote, Vice President & Senior Associate General Counsel - CRG
2:20 PM - 3:20 PM | Hiring, Retaining, and Cultivating Female Talent
With a retirement cliff looming, it is more important than ever that women harness this moment, while working together to shift the CRE workforce to a more inclusive one. Panelists will explore key practices for creating an inclusive workplace, addressing the unique challenges women face in the industry, and fostering an environment where women can thrive professionally. Participants will gain actionable insights into recruitment practices that attract top female talent, retention strategies that support career growth, and initiatives that encourage mentorship and leadership opportunities. By empowering women in CRE, organizations can enhance diversity, drive innovation, and build a more resilient and equitable industry.
Jennifer Keen, EVP, Western Regional Manager - IPX1031Briana DeHaan, Managing Director, Debt & Equity - NorthMarq
3:20 PM - 3:40 PM | Networking Break
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Anatomy of a Deal: Deconstructing CRE Transactions
Closing out the 2025 Women of Influence conference, our expert dealmakers will provide a comprehensive breakdown of the CRE transactions process, from initial analysis to final acquisition. Participants will gain a deep understanding of the key elements that drive successful CRE deals, including market analysis, property valuation, financing structures, due diligence, and negotiation strategies. Through real-world case studies and expert insights, attendees will learn how to evaluate risk, assess potential returns, and structure deals that maximize value.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Women of Influence Awards Cocktail Reception
Included with an All-Access registration only.
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Women of Influence Awards Dinner
Included with an All-Access registration only.