The 58th Annual Conference on Capital Markets in Real Estate, organized by NYU SPS’s Schack Institute of Real Estate, is a premier in-person forum scheduled for Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at The Pierre hotel (2 East 61st Street, New York, NY). This established event, now in its fifth decade, positions itself as the leading platform for dissecting commercial real estate (CRE) capital dynamics, attracting high-caliber professionals to explore investment opportunities and market strategies amid evolving global conditions.
The conference aims to deliver actionable thought leadership by convening debates on CRE trends, enabling attendees to navigate shifts in capital deployment. It emphasizes strategic foresight for investors, lenders, and policymakers, fostering connections that drive business growth and innovation in a $20+ trillion U.S. CRE market.
Tailored for CRE executives, including investors, lenders, institutional players, policymakers, and academics, the event draws a targeted network of decision-makers. With a focus on high-level engagement, it promises unparalleled access to peers from firms like Deutsche Bank, Newmark, and CBRE, facilitating deal-making and partnerships.
Sessions spotlight critical business drivers: global equity and debt capital flows, institutional and private equity investment strategies, and emerging disruptions (e.g., regulatory changes, tech integration, and geopolitical influences). These topics equip participants with insights to optimize portfolios, mitigate risks, and capitalize on post-recovery opportunities.
Hosted by Marc Norman, Associate Dean and Larry & Klara Silverstein Chair at NYU SPS Schack, the program features a blue-chip lineup of chairs: Robert S. Blumenthal and Marty Burger (former Global Vice Chairmen, Deutsche Bank Securities), Marcella Fasulo (Executive Vice Chairman, Newmark), and Thomas Rugg (Vice Chairman, CBRE Capital Markets). James Kuhn, President of Newmark and Schack Institute Chairman, leads key discussions, joined by Lisa Pendergast, Executive Director of the Commercial Real Estate Finance Council (CREFC).
Attendees gain a competitive edge through trend intelligence, peer benchmarking, and direct access to influencers—outcomes designed to inform 2025 investment decisions and enhance professional networks. For inquiries, registration, or sponsorships, email schack.conference@nyu.edu to secure your place in this cornerstone CRE gathering.
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