Past DL Programs
Developing Leaders Present
Pickleball Clinic and Happy Hour
September 27, 2023
Photos
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Program
Please join the DL Social Events Subcommittee on September 27 for a pickleball clinic followed by a happy hour. The clinic will be held at the Simpson Park tennis courts, and the happy hour will be at The Garden.
Schedule
4:00-6:00 PM Pickleball Clinic at Simpson Field
6:00-7:00 PM Happy Hour at The Garden
Location
Pickleball Clinic:
Simpson Park - Tennis Courts
495 East Duncan Avenue
Alexandria, Virginia 22301
Happy Hour:
The Garden
1503 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, Virginia 22301
Registration
Free.
Paddles will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Happy Hour drink ticket for each attendee.
Food may be purchased from The Garden at your own expense.
The Pickleball Clinic is FULL.
Please feel free to stop by at the Happy Hour.
Pickleball Sponsor
Happy Hour Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
NAIOP Northern Virginia & CREW Northern Virginia Joint Networking Event
July 27, 2023
Photos
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Program
Please join the DL Social Events Subcommittee on July 27 for a joint networking event with CREW Northern Virginia. The event will be held at Arlington Rooftop Bar & Grill.
NAIOP is partnering with CREW to help you expand your network. Bring a friend, coworker or client and introduce them to the benefits of both organizations.
Schedule
4:00-7:00 PM Networking at Arlington Rooftop Bar & Grill
Location
Arlington Rooftop Bar & Grill
2424 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia 22201
Registration
Free.
Please note: Drinks/food will be at your own expense.
Advance Registration is closed.
Walk-ins will be accommodated.
Sponsors
Developing Leaders Present
Career Coaching:
Your key to unlocking professional growth and well-being
May 16, 2023
Presentation
Click for NAIOP DL Coaching Slides.
Program
Career coaching is a unique resource that can support your professional development, enhance your career trajectory, and help you work through difficult workplace situations or decisions. Join Dr. Kat Grimsley of George Mason University for a webinar on May 16 to learn how professional career coaching works and how you can add it to your career support toolkit. Dr. Grimsley has 20 years of commercial real estate experience and is a certified career and leadership coach who supports early- and mid-career professionals in the CRE industry through coaching.
Registration includes a free one-hour career coaching session with Dr. Grimsley.
Speaker
C. Kat Grimsley, PhD, Director, Masters in Real Estate Development, School of Business, George Mason University
Schedule
2:00 PM Program
Location
ZOOM Webinar
A unique link to the event will be sent to each registrant the day prior to the event.
Individual Registration
$25
Webinar only or webinar and career coaching session (you will be prompted to sign-up when you register.)
Registration includes access to a recording of this event
Coaching Session Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Developing Leaders Networking Kickoff
April 26, 2023
Photos
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Program
Please join the DL Social Subcommittee for our inaugural networking event on April 26. We will meet in Fairfax Corner at Uncle Julios for an afternoon of eats and connections.
Come celebrate with us!
Schedule
4:00-7:00 PM Networking @ Uncle Julios
Location
Uncle Julio's
Fairfax Corner
4251 Fairfax Corner Ave
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Registration
$25 Member
$33 Non-Member
Advance Registration is closed. Walk-ins will be accommodated on a space available basis. There is a $15 walk-in fee.
Sponsors
Developing Leaders Present
Topgolf
October 13, 2022
The event is sold-out.Photos
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Program
The Developing Leaders Committee is hosting a networking event at Topgolf Loudoun on October 13. All skill levels are welcome to join us for swing practice, lighthearted competition, and networking over food and drinks.
Space is limited!
Schedule
3:30-6:30 PM Golf/Buffet/Networking
Location
Topgolf Loudoun
20356 Commonwealth Center Dr.
Ashburn, VA 20147
Registration
$80 Member
$90 Non-Member
The event is sold-out.
Developing Leaders Present
Super-Connectors
What it takes to build a meaningful network, and create opportunities for your connections.
April 13, 2022
Our panel of super connectors talks it out.
Program
Join us on April 13 for a program on networking that goes beyond the basics. Our panel of industry leaders will explore the topic of super-connectors, those individuals who have cultivated quality, well-developed networks which allow them to bring other people together.
The panel will address:
- The fundamental truths of networking.
- Transitioning from basic networking to building relationships, both personal and business.
- Nurturing your network/What it takes to maintain your network.
- New perspectives on and strategies for making meaningful connections, post COVID.
- Becoming a connector/Developing a professional community.
There will be a happy hour following the program.
Speakers
Jason Krawiecki, Vice President Asset Management & Leasing, Corporate Office Properties Trust
Dave Millard, Principal, Sales & Leasing, Avison Young
Lisa Scala, Director of Strategic Accounts, Price Modern
Moderator
Samantha Suehiro, VP, Business Development Executive | Commercial Sales, Chicago Title National Commercial Services
Schedule
2:30-3:00 PM Registration
3:00-4:00 PM Program/Panel Discussion
4:00-5:00 PM Networking Happy Hour
Location
Dominion Point
381 Elden Street
Herndon, Virginia 20170
Registration
$40 Member
$50 Non-Member
Event is sold out.
Sponsor
Special thanks to our hosts Stream Realty Partners, Hickok Cole and Hoar Construction for sponsoring this event.
DL Cedar Island Hike
October 28, 2021
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Developing Leaders Present
Digital Etiquette/Best Practices for Doing Business Online
April 29, 2021
Digital Etiquette Panel: Molly Statler, David Schneider, Mary Beth Avedesian and Tim Klabunde
Program
While the pandemic will end, the shift to more online meetings and engagements will continue to some degree post-COVID. This program will focus on information you can use to make the most of virtual meetings and events as host, client and attendee, and how to best represent yourself and your business.
PGAL has graciously offered to sponsor lunch delivery from Panera to your home or office. You will receive an email from us with additional details and a code you can use to place an online order with your local Panera.
Speakers
Mary Beth Avedesian, Chair, NAIOP Northern Virginia, Senior Vice President, B. F. Saul Company
Tim Klabunde, Director of Marketing, Timmons Group
David Schneider, Co-Chair Developing Leaders, Partner, Holland & Knight, LLP
Moderator
Molly Statler, Senior Associate, PGAL Architects
Schedule
Noon to 1:00 PM
Location
Online
An email to access the program will be sent on the day prior to the event.
Registration
$25 Member
$35 Non-Member
Lunch Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
SPY Virtual Cocktail Party & Trivia
April 15, 2021
Program
The Developing Leaders Committee is hosting a virtual cocktail party and trivia night with the International Spy Museum. Join us for an evening of networking, espionage, and games. Registration includes a specially selected drink recipe to help kickstart the festivities. The top three scorers in trivia will receive prizes.
Schedule
5:30 PM Cocktails and Trivia, followed by additional networking
Location
ZOOM
An email to access the party will be sent on the day prior to the event.
Registration
$40 Member
$50 Non-Member
Sponsors
Prize Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: Placemaking – The Importance of Creating a Sense of Place
March 5, 2020
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Program
Join Holland & Knight for lunch and a panel discussion on the importance of placemaking development in our region. The discussion will focus on the value, logistics and market trends associated with creating a sense of place in all developments, new and old. There will be time for questions and open discussion.
The Lunch & Learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
Speaker
Brett Burnette, Manager, Development, Peterson Companies
Susan England, Associate, LandDesign
Jeanette Ko, Director, Investor Services, Cushman & Wakefield
Meghan Trossen, Director of Programs and Partnerships, Tysons Partnership
Moderator
David Schneider, Associate, Holland & Knight LLP
Schedule
11:30 AM Registration/Networking/Lunch
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Program
Location
Holland & Knight LLP
1650 Tysons Boulevard, Suite 1700
Tysons, Virginia 22102
Registration
$35 Member/Memeber Company
This event is sold out.
Please email Joel Park at jpark@naiopva.org to be placed on the waitlist.
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Mentor Class Reception
January 30, 2020
Program
Please join us for a reception in honor of NAIOP Northern Virginia's 2019 Developing Leaders Mentorship Class. All Developing Leaders are invited to attend.
Schedule
6:00 to 8:00 PM Reception
Location
The Towers Rooftop
Monday Properties
1100 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia 22209
Registration
There is no charge, but please register by January 28.
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: Building Envelope Commissioning Program and Tour of ECS’s Soils and Concrete Labs
January 15, 2020
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Presentation
Click for ECS Presentation for NAIOP Developing Leaders.
Program
Join representatives from ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC for a NAIOP Lunch & Learn on the value of Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) for projects. Attendees will learn about Building Envelope Performance and the various stages of BECx in design, procurement, construction, and occupancy, and the value that the process can deliver.
Following the program, attendees are invited to join ECS for a tour of their Soils and Concrete Labs. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the common laboratory tests that often affect a development project's cost. We will hear the engineer's experience with these tests, including relevant case histories. During the concrete portion of the tour, attendees will learn about the process involved with strength testing, interpretation of test results, and acceptance criteria. ECS’s concrete lab is accredited by CCRL, WACEL, US Army Corps of Engineers and ACI.
For over 30 years, ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC has been a provider of geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, environmental consulting, and facilities engineering. ECS is equipped to help clients through the entire project cycle for both the private and public sectors.
The Lunch & Learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
Speakers
Keith P. Nelson, NCARB, AIA, CDT, BCXP, Principal Architect, ECS MID-ATLANTIC, LTD
Scott Nelson, Senior Project Engineer, ECS MID-ATLANTIC, LTD: Concrete Lab Tour
Teresa Levisay, Principal Engineer, ECS MID-ATLANTIC, LTD: Soils Lab Tour
Schedule
11:30 AM Registration/Networking/Lunch
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Program
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Lab Tours
Location
ECS MID-ATLANTIC, LLC
14026 Thunderbolt Place, Suite 100
Chantilly, Virginia 20151
Registration
This event is sold out.
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: Enhancing Development Projects With the Use of Natural Gas
This program has been canceled.
Program
Join NAIOP and Washington Gas for an educational program on the benefits and use of natural gas for residential and commercial properties. Our expert speakers will present an overview of commercial applications and residential uses in renovated and new developments that will include information on reliability and affordability of natural gas. They will discuss how incorporating or converting to this energy source may also create an upside for rental income, vacancy reduction and comfort of the occupants.
Washington Gas is the Washington Metro region’s service provider serving nearly 1.2 million customers in Virginia Shenandoah, Frederick, Warren, Clarke, Loudon, Fairfax and Prince William, the District of Columbia and in Maryland, the counties of Frederick, Montgomery, Prince George’s, Charles, Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties.
There will be a tour of The St. James following the Lunch & Learn program.
The Lunch & Learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
Speakers
Samuel Asante, Sales Engineer
Alexandria Phillips, Sales Engineer
Michelle R. Wright, Account Manager, Sales & Economic Development
Schedule
11:30 Registration/Networking/Lunch
Noon Program
Followed by a tour of the St. James.
Location
The St. James
6805 Industrial Road
Springfield, Virginia 22151
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: Building Code Crash Course
October 22, 2019
Robyn Rubino, DBI Architects, Inc. and Nick Marrow, GPI / Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. take questions from the audience.
Program
Join us on October 22 for a presentation and discussion on building code requirements. Our panel will deliver an overview of local code requirements, and share recent code requirements that could affect your portfolio and project pursuits.
The Lunch & Learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
Speakers
Nick Marrow, Project Manager/Senior Mechanical Engineer, GPI / Greenman-Pedersen, Inc.
Robyn Rubino, Senior Project Manager, DBI Architects, Inc.
Schedule
11:30 Registration/Networking/Lunch
Noon Program
Location
DBI Architects, Inc.
1984 Isaac Newton Square West, Suite 400
Reston, Virginia 20190
Registration
$30 Member/Member Company Advanced Registration is closed. To be placed on the waitlist, please email: jpark at naiopva dot org.
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: Real Estate Development and Construction Management
July 23, 2019
Presentation
McGuireWoods Presentation for NAIOP Developing Leaders.
Program
Join McGuireWoods real estate lawyers for lunch and a presentation on construction contract management. They will discuss how to optimize contracts to avoid claims, common types of construction claims against owners, and how to manage construction claims or avoid them altogether. There will be time for questions and open discussion.
The Lunch & Learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
Speakers
Scott Adams, Partner, McGuireWoods LLP
Mark Shaffer, Partner, McGuireWoods LLP
Schedule
11:30 Registration/Networking/Lunch
Noon Lunch and Program
Location
McGuireWoods
1750 Tysons Blvd #1800
Tysons, Virginia 22102
Registration
$30 Member/Member Company This program has sold out.
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: Commercial Stabilization
June 20, 2019
Presentation
Jenkins Commercial Stabilization Presentation NAIOP Developing Leaders 3 MB PDF
Program
This Lunch & Learn will explore topics that arise when disaster strikes commercial real estate. Hear from our expert panel on the steps to take to lessen business interruptions and return to normal business operations.
Topics:
- Defining Commercial Stabilization
- What a restoration contractor does
- What to do in the event of a disaster, catastrophe, insurance loss at a commercial building
- Commercial Stabilization Project Examples
The Lunch & Learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
Speakers
Evan Cook, Director of Commercial Mitigation and Environmental Services, Jenkins Restorations
Steve Lowry, Director of Contents and Safety, Jenkins Restorations
David Ness, Director of Mitigation and Emergency Services, Jenkins Restorations
Schedule
11:30 Registration/Networking/Lunch
Noon Program
Location
Jenkins Restorations
22980 Shaw Road
Sterling, Virginia 20166
Registration
$30 Member/Member Company
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Topgolf Loudoun
April 23, 2019
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Program
The Developing Leaders Committee is hosting an event at Topgolf Loudoun on April 23. All skill levels are welcome to join us for swing practice, lighthearted competition, and networking over food and drinks. Space is limited!
Schedule
2:45 Registration
3:00 to 6:00 PM Golf/Buffet/Networking
Location
Topgolf Loudoun
20356 Commonwealth Center Drive
Ashburn, Virginia 20147
Registration
$75 Members $85 Non-Members Advance Registration is closed. Walk-ins will be accommodated. There is a $10 walk-in fee.
Drink Sponsor
Host Sponsors
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: The WELL Building Standard
February 21, 2019
OTJ's Karin Martin and Denise Myler are ready to talk with NAIOP about the WELL Building Standard.
Presentation
OTJ WELL Presentation NAIOP Developing Leaders 7 MB PDF
Program
The Lunch & Learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
The WELL Building Standard: The WELL Building Standard focuses on human wellness within the built environment across seven categories - Air, Water, Nourishment, Light, Fitness, Comfort and Mind. OTJ Architects and its WELL Accredited Professionals believe that health and wellness should form the cornerstone of design. Please join us on February 21st as we discuss how the WELL Building Standard can positively impact the productivity of tenants and building occupants as well as strategies to ensure that health and wellbeing remain prioritized in the design of a commercial space.
Speakers
Holly Martin, IIDA, LEED AP, Senior Associate, Director of Design, OTJ Architects
Karin Martin, NCIDQ, WELL AP, Project Designer, OTJ Architects
Denise Myler, WELL AP, Associate, Regional Director of Business Development, OTJ Architects
Schedule
11:30 Registration and Networking
Noon Lunch and Program
Location
OTJ Architects
555 11th St. NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20004
Registration
$30 Developing Leaders Advance Registration is Closed.
Host Sponsor
2018 Developing Leaders Mentor Class Holiday Reception
December 12, 2018
Program
Please join us for a holiday reception in honor of NAIOP Northern Virginia's 2018 Developing Leaders Mentorship Class. All Developing Leaders are invited to attend.
Schedule
6:00 to 8:00 PM Reception
Location
Washington Golf and Country Club
3017 North Glebe Road
Arlington, Virginia 22207
Registration
There is no charge, but please register by December 7.
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: Opportunity Zones
November 27, 2018
Presentation
NAIOP Lunch & Learn: Opportunity Zones
Program
Join us on November 27 for a lively discussion on how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act impacts the commercial real estate industry. The conversation will focus on sweeping changes to the United States tax regimes that were signed into law on Dec. 22, 2017, with specific attention to the latest guidance on Opportunity Zones.
The lunch and learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
Speakers
Randall Barrus, Partner, Baker Tilly
James Munuhe, Partner, Baker Tilly
Schedule
11:30 AM Registration/Networking/Lunch12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Program
Location
Baker Tilly
8219 Leesburg Pike, Suite 800
Tysons, Virginia
Registration
$25 Developing Leaders and their guests
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: Smart Buildings
October 3, 2018
NAIOP DL Committee Co-Chair Courtney Davison welcomes everyone to the Lunch & Learn
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Presentation
NAIOP Smart Building Lunch & Learn 5 MB PDF
Program
The lunch and learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
Smart Buildings: Technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace. We seem to be 5-10 years away from the autonomous vehicle being the new norm. We can now stand in our kitchen, say "set the mood" and our homes can dim the lights, turn on slow jazz and light a fireplace. The age of the Jetsons' is truly upon us. With the possibilities endless, we are now only bound by our imagination.
The couple of examples above are made possible through connectivity. The obstruction sensors on the perimeter of the vehicle can communicate to the engine and steering wheel, and can guide the vehicle to its destination. The home automation devices can communicate with the user directly, and control the components of the home.
Commercial real estate professionals can take advantage of connectivity to better maintain a facility, provide a better occupant experience, provide better security, save energy ... etc. Successfully constructing and maintaining a smart building requires two things, the technology must exist and there must be a collaborative effort from all parties throughout the life cycle of the building.
During the presentation we will discuss new technologies, demonstrate the value they can bring to a facility and its stakeholders, and discuss the process to develop, design and construct Smart Buildings.
Speakers
Bill Coyle, National Business Development Manager/ Cyber Security Professional, Siemens
Maria Marks, National Business Development Manager, Siemens
Christopher Smith, Business Development Manager, Siemens
Schedule
11:30 Registration and Networking
Noon Lunch and Program
Location
CBRE
1861 International Drive, Suite 300
McLean, Virginia 22102
Registration
$25 Developing Leaders and their guests
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Tour of Alexandria
September 20, 2018
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Presentation Boards
Alexandria Tour Boards, Part I 8 MB PDF
Alexandria Tour Boards, Part II 9 MB PDF
On September 20, the Developing Leaders will be in Alexandria, Virginia for a bus tour of Old Town North and the waterfront. Attendees will hear what is driving development in the market, the integration of arts and culture into new projects, and plans for the future of the area. We will end with a happy hour on the patio at Cafe 44 Inc, with stunning views of the Potomac River waterfront.
Schedule
3:45 PM Registration and Networking
4:00 to 7:00 PM Tour and Happy Hour
Location
44 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 401
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
Registration
$40 Developing Leaders and their guests
$50 Non-members
The event is sold out. Please email Haley Yeager at NAIOP to be put on the wait list hyeager at naiopva dot org.
Sponsors
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: Lean in Construction
July 12, 2018
Turner Construction Speakers include: Drew Kelleher, Michael Alloggio, and Christian Benz
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Program
The lunch and learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
Lean In Construction: This Lunch & Learn will introduce the key concepts of lean with a focus on the construction industry. The program will offer tangible applications for continuous improvement and a case study on the benefits of lean practices at an active data center project.
Speakers
Michael Alloggio, Procurement Agent, Turner Construction Company
Christian Benz, Regional Lean Coordinator, Turner Construction Company
Patrick Hanns, Regional Lean Manager, Turner Construction Company
Schedule
11:30 Registration and Networking
Noon Lunch and Program
Location
Turner Construction Company
11413 Isaac Newton Square
Reston, Virginia 20190
Registration
$25 Developing Leaders and their guests
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: The Pro Forma
April 18, 2018
NAIOP DL Committee Co-Chair Phil Storch welcomes everyone to WashREIT
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Program
The lunch and learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
The Pro Forma: This Lunch and Learn will focus on the math behind commercial real estate development. The goal is to provide an introduction to the tools and formulas needed to analyze property acquisition and returns on investment.
Speaker
Dan Chappell, Senior Director, Investments, WashREIT
Todd Christensen, Development Associate, WashREIT
Chris Horning, Senior Real Estate Analyst, WashREIT
Schedule
11:30 Registration and Networking
Noon Lunch and Program
Location
WashREIT
1775 Eye Street NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC
Registration
$25 Developing Leaders and their guests
The program is SOLD OUT. Please email Haley Yeager at hyeager at naiopva.org to be placed on the wait list.
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present
Lunch & Learn: Introduction to Zoning
January 23, 2018
Bean Kinney Shareholder Matthew Roberts provides the fundamentals on Zoning.
Presentation
Zoning Presentation 7 MB PDF
Program
The lunch and learn series of programs are small educational events held throughout the year that focus on specific topics within the commercial real estate development industry. Topics are selected by the Developing Leaders Committee from areas such as legal, marketing, management, finance, construction, technology, development, and professional development.
An Introduction to Zoning: This Lunch and Learn will provide an overview of Virginia land use and zoning law. The goal is to provide an understanding of the land use and zoning process. The program will cover topics such as: the background of land use and zoning; decision-making bodies and processes; and zoning applications, conditions, and proffers.
Speaker
Matthew G. Roberts, Shareholder, Bean, Kinney & Korman, PC
Schedule
11:30 Registration and Networking
Noon Lunch and Program
Location
Bean Kinney & Korman
2300 Wilson Boulevard, 7th Floor
Arlington, Virginia 22201
Registration
$25 Developing Leaders and their guests
Host Sponsor
DL Philanthropy Grand Sponsor
Philanthropy Projects 2017
Developing Leaders Holiday Wrapping Party to Benefit Second Story
December 13, 2017
Program
The annual DL Holiday Wrapping Party will be held on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at Baker Tilly. The wrapping party is in support of the Developing Leaders gift donation to Second Story (formerly Alternative House). Come and spend as much time as your schedule permits. Feel free to invite colleagues who are potential DL members. The wrapping party will run until all the presents have been wrapped.
Second Story has provided us with a wishlist of gifts for participants in their Teen Shelter and Young Mothers programs. To facilitate this, a Google doc has been created that lists all of the items requested and allows you to select the gift(s) you would like to provide.
This year, there are more than 70 recipients (almost double that of 2016). The DLs have set a goal to donate at least one gift for each person. Last year, several companies "adopted" recipients and donated most of the items they requested. Hopefully we can exceed our goal again this year and make everyone's wish a reality. Second Story has requested that all gift card donations be in smaller denominations of $5 or $10. The deadline to "adopt" a recipient is December 5.
If you are unable to attend the event but would still like to donate a gift or gifts for the children at Second Story - please contact Spencer Teel, steel@teelconstruction.com, for information on alternate donation drop-off options.
If you plan to attend - please contact Benita Stocks, bstocks@naiopva.org.
Schedule
Noon: Lunch/Networking 12:30: Wrapping Party
Location
Baker Tilly 8219 Leesburg Pike, Suite 800 Vienna, Virginia 22182
Host Sponsor
Transportation Sponsor
2017 Developing Leaders Mentor Class Holiday Reception
December 6, 2017
Program
Please join us for a holiday reception in honor of NAIOP Northern Virginia's 2017 Developing Leaders Mentorship Class. All Developing Leaders are invited to attend.
Schedule
5:30 Registration
6:00 to 8:00 PM Reception
Location
Washington Golf and Country Club
3017 North Glebe Road
Arlington, Virginia 22207
Registration
There is no charge, but please register by December 1.
DL Members Only
Leaders & Legends
Barbara Schaefer McDuffie
November 9, 2017
Program
Barbara has more than 30 years of experience in the commercial real estate arena, first as a commercial broker and for the past 10 years doing business development in the east region for Baker Tilly, a national accounting and consulting firm.
Barbara's industry engagement includes NAIOP, CREW, ULI, the Tysons Partnership and the 2030 Group where she has held board and senior committee positions. She was the first female chairman of NAIOP Northern Virginia and served three terms on the NAIOP national board. She is currently chair of the Trustees for the NAIOP Governor's Research Foundation.
Philanthropically she has served as a founding member of the corporate committee and served twice as co-chair for the Trust for the National Mall's annual gala; has supported Georgetown Lombardi Cancer Center, as a founder 15 years ago of Women&Wine, a fund raiser to benefit breast cancer research; and, is one of the founders and current board member for GMU's graduate real estate program.
Networking and the art of negotiation have been the basis for her success.
Speaker
Barbara Schaefer McDuffie, Managing Director of Business Development, Baker Tilly
Moderator
Courtney Davison CPA, Senior Manager, Baker Tilly
Schedule
11:30 Registration and Networking
11:45 Lunch and Conversation with Barbara
Location
Baker Tilly
8219 Leesburg Pike, Suite 800
Vienna, Virginia 22182
Registration
$40 Developing Leader Members and their guests
Host Sponsor
Developing Leaders Present:
Walking Tour of Rosslyn
September 14, 2017
Program
Rosslyn is undergoing a transformation. Join us for a comprehensive walking tour through this dynamic neighborhood.
Photos
Photos from the Walking Tour are on our website... Click here
Tour Stops
1700 North Moore Street, American Real Estate Partners
1777 North Kent Street, Gould Property Company
1201 Wilson Boulevard, JBG SMITH
1812 North Moore Street, Monday Properties
1555 Wilson Boulevard, Penzance
Each tour group will be led by representatives of the Rosslyn BID.
Schedule
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM Registration
4:00 PM - 4:10 PM Welcome and Overview by the Rosslyn BID
4:10 PM - 6:00 PM Walking Tour
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Happy Hour
Location
Start
Bennett Park Atrium
1601 Clarendon Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia 22209
End
Barley Mac
1600 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia 22209
Registration
$40 member/member company
ADVANCE REGISTRATION is CLOSED. This event is SOLD OUT.
Sponsors
Developing Leaders Golf Outing:
"Clear the Fear"
July 24, 2017
Photos
Photos from the Golf Tournament are on our website... Click here
Program
Join us on July 24 for this annual networking event hosted by the Developing Leaders.
Schedule
3:30 PM Registration
4:00 PM 9-Hole Shotgun
6:00 PM Cocktail Reception
Location
Westfields Golf Club
13940 Balmoral Greens Avenue
Clifton, Virginia
Registration
$70 Member/Member Guest (Bring a client or colleague)
Advance Registration is closed.
Walk-ins will be accommodated on a space available basis.
Catering Sponsor
Catering Sponsor
Cart Sponsor
Beverage Sponsor
Developing Leaders Program Featuring Len Forkas:
Entrepreneur - Endurance Athlete - Author - Speaker - Philanthropist
January 18, 2017
Speaker Presentation
Speaker Presentation 7 MB PDF
Program
On Wednesday, January 18, the NAIOP Northern Virginia Developing Leaders will host a program with Len Forkas, the author of What Spins the Wheel. In his book, Forkas shares team-building lessons such as the power of forgiveness and gratitude, knowing your limits, and honoring roles. Through the success of this book, he has been asked to share these lessons in speeches across the United States including appearances on CNN Anderson Cooper 360, Fox 5-WTTG, Fox & Friends, and WJLA ABC7.
Forkas has worked in the local real estate and technology communities through his companies, Milestone Communities and Milestone Communications. In 2003, as a result of his son's successful battle with leukemia, he founded Hopecam, a non-profit dedicated to providing the webcam technology which benefits cancer-stricken children around the world. His unrelenting dedication to Hopecam compelled him to accept a daunting fundraising challenge. In 2012, he competed in one of the world's toughest endurance events: Race Across America, a 3,000-mile, coast-to-coast solo bicycle race that participants must finish in 12 days -- Forkas finished in 11.
Join us as we start the new year with an inspiration conversation with Len Forkas.
Speaker
Len Forkas, President, Milestone Communications
Schedule
11:45 AM Registration and Networking
Noon Lunch followed by Program
Location
Cooley
One Freedom Square
11951 Freedom Drive, Suite 1400
Reston, Virginia 20190
Registration
$25 NAIOP Members
Host Sponsor
Project Tour & Reception
The Corporate Office Centre at Tysons II
June 23, 2016
Photos from the program are on our website... Click here
Program
Join NAIOP Northern Virginia for a tour of The Corporate Office Centre at Tysons II.
Schedule
3:45 PM Registration and Networking
4:00 PM Presentation and Tour
5:30 PM Networking Reception at Founding Farmers
Location
The Corporate Office Centre at Tysons II
1775 Tysons Boulevard
Tysons, Virginia 22102
Click here for directions.
Registration
$40 NAIOP Members
$50 Non-Members
Host Sponsor
DL Golf at Topgolf
April 26, 2016
Photos from the program are on our website... Click here
Program
Join NAIOP Northern Virginia's Developing Leaders for an afternoon of golf and networking at Topgolf Loudoun.
Schedule
2:45 PM Registration/Networking
3:00-6:00 PM Golf
Location
Topgolf Loudoun
20356 Commonwealth Center Drive
Ashburn, Virginia 20147
Registration
$60 NAIOP Members
$75 Non-Members
Sponsors
Developing Leaders
Financial Wellness Seminar
February 25, 2016
NAIOP DL Wealth Seminar Moderator Courtney Davidson (on left) and Panelists (l to r) Kelly Baumbach, Pamela Buskirk, and, Matthew Friedson
Program
Join the Developing Leaders on Thursday, February 25 for a panel discussion on financial wellness that is targeted for young professionals. Experts will provide guidance on important topics including:
- personal investment strategies
- allocation of savings
- basic insurance coverage recommendations
- key legal documents to have in place.
Panelists
Kelly Baumbach, Managing Director & Principal, Bronfman E.L. Rothschild
Pamela Buskirk, Attorney, Odin, Feldman & Pittleman, P.C
Matthew Friedson, Senior Advisor, Greenberg, Wexler & Eig, LLC
Moderator
Courtney Davison, Senior Tax Manager, Baker Tilly
Presentation
NAIOP DL Financial Wellness Panel February 2016 PDF
Schedule
7:30 AM Registration/Breakfast
8:00 to 9:30 AM Panel Discussion
Location
Baker Tilly
8219 Leesburg Pike, Suite 800
Tysons Corner, VA 22182
Registration
$40 Members
$50 Non-Members
Host Sponsor
DL Members Only
Leaders & Legends
Milt and Jon Peterson
December 10, 2015
Jon Peterson and Milt Peterson discuss doing business with the DLs.
Program
On Thursday, December 10, DLs had a great opportunity to have lunch with two of the commercial real estate industry's Leaders and Legends. The Peterson Companies is celebrating its 50th anniversary. During that time period, they have developed over 34 million square feet of office, retail and hotel space and more than 26,000 residential lots in the great Washington region. The Petersons and their partners are known as placemakers, creating communities such as Burke Centre, Fair Lakes, Virginia Gateway and the jewel in their crown, National Harbor. The company was recently recognized as NAIOP Northern Virginia's Firm of the Year. Our legend, Milt Peterson, has a long history of engagement in the community and our industry. Our leader, Jon Peterson became a NAIOP member in his early 20s and has never wavered from the organization. Join us for a conversation with two of the most engaging people in the commercial real estate industry.
Speakers
Milton V. Peterson, Principal and Chairman, Peterson Companies
Jon M. Peterson, Principal, Peterson Companies
Schedule
11:30 Registration and Networking
11:45 Lunch and Conversation with the Petersons
Location
Peterson Companies
12500 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 400
Fairfax, Virginia 22033
Registration
$35 Developing Leader Members
Host Sponsor
DL Project Tour: Liberty Center
September 10, 2015
Presentation
Liberty Center Presentation 6 MB PDF
Event Photos
Photos from the DL Liberty Center Tour and Reception are on our website... Click here
Program
Join the NAIOP Northern Virginia Developing Leaders for a networking event featuring a case study and tour of Liberty Center in Arlington, Virginia.
Liberty Center is a community that includes a total 2.25 million square feet of mixed-use development. This world-class project features eight (8) total buildings, including four (4) office buildings, two (2) residential apartment buildings, one (1) residential condominium building, and a 183-key extended-stay-service Residence Inn hotel by Marriott, all connected by over 50,000 square feet of Ground Floor retail space.
Speakers
Kelly Shooshan, The Shooshan Company, Chief Operating Officer/Director of Residential Development
Kevin Shooshan, The Shooshan Company, Director of Leasing and Marketing
Schedule
3:45 PM Registration and Networking
4:00 to 7:30 PM Program, Project Tour and Networking Reception
Location
The View
4000 Wilson Blvd, Clubroom
Arlington, Virginia
Registration
$35 NAIOP Member/Employee of a Member Company $45 Non-Member
Host Sponsor
DL Networking
Lost Rhino Brewing Company
May 20, 2015
Event Photos
Photos from the DL Lost Rhino program are on our website... Click here
Program
Join the Developing Leaders for a networking event featuring a case study of Ashburn Technology Park, a 2013 NAIOP Northern Virginia award winner. Ashburn Technology Park, a project developed by St. John Properties, includes more than 444,960 sf of R&D/Flex/Office space. The program will be held at Lost Rhino Brewing Company, a local craft beer brewery and one of the success stories in the development.
Speakers
Matthew Holbrook, Regional Partner, Western Maryland and Virginia, St. John Properties Linda Mazzarese, Property Manager, St. John Properties Daniel Severn, Leasing Agent, Western Maryland and Virginia, St. John Properties Representative from Lost Rhino Brewery
Schedule
4:30 Registration
5:00 - 7:30 Program/Tour/Networking
Location
Lost Rhino Brewing Company 21730 Red Rum Drive, Suite 142 Ashburn, Virginia 20147
Registration
$40 - Member/Member Company $50 - Non-Members
Host Sponsor
DL Golf
April 16, 2015
Event Photos
Photos from the DL TopGolf program are on our website... Click here
Program
Join NAIOP Northern Virginia's Developing Leaders at Topgolf Alexandria for DL Golf. The program combines golf instruction and swing practice with tips on integrating the game into professional life. The program will feature leaders from the industry who are also experienced golfers. They will share their unique perspective on the importance of the game for business and client relations.
Guest Golfers
Mike Cooper, Senior Vice President and Senior Managing Director, Brandywine Realty Trust Keith Good, Vice President, ADI Construction Alex Gutenson, Senior Project Manager, E.E. Reed Construction, L.P Christopher Kualii, Operations Manager, Hillmann Consulting LLC David Nemecek, Director of Business Development, Mid-Atlantic, Bohler Engineering
Schedule
2:30 PM Registration/Networking
3:00 - 6:00 Golf Clinics
Location
Topgolf Alexandria
6625 South Van Dorn Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22315
Registration
Individual Registration $60 - Member/Member Company $75 - Non-Member Advance Registration is CLOSED. Please call NAIOP Northern Virginia at 703-845-7080 to inquire about late registration. Some spots remain. There is a $10 late surcharge after April 12. NO WALK-INS for this event.
Host Sponsor
How to Give a Winning Pitch
Presented by the Developing Leaders
March 12, 2015
Event Photos
Photos from the Winning Pitch program are on our website... Click here
Program
Do you need help getting that promotion? How about winning the next contract for your firm? Join the NAIOP Northern Virginia Developing Leaders on Thursday, March 12 for a panel discussion on delivering successful pitches. Our distinguished panel of industry leaders will share their personal experiences so that you can learn how to apply their techniques and practices, and ultimately get the "WIN."
Combined Presentation
How to Give a Winning Pitch 3 MB PDF
Speakers
Elaine Gray, Director of Business Development, HITT Contracting, Inc. Kate Kirkpatrick, Studio Director, Principal, Gensler Scott Plein, Principal, EQUINOX Investments Spencer Stouffer, Vice Chairman, DTZ
Moderator
Barbara Schaefer McDuffie, Managing Director, Baker Tilly
Schedule
7:45 AM Registration
8:00 - 9:30 Breakfast followed by the program
Location
HITT Contracting, Inc.
2900 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, Virginia
Registration
Individual Registration $35 - Member/Member Company $45 - Non-Member
Host Sponsor
DL Golf 101
May 6, 2014
Click to see photos from the 2014 DL Golf 101
Program
NAIOP Northern Virginia Developing Leaders hosted Golf 101 at Piedmont Club. The program combined golf instruction with tips on integrating the game into your professional life. The program featured leaders from the chapter who will share their unique perspective on the importance of the game to business and client relations.
The afternoon included 1-hour clinics based on skill level, nine holes of course play and a networking reception with the invited guests.
This event was for Members and people who work for a company with members in our chapter.
Speakers
Kay Chewning, Senior Director, Cushman and Wakefield of Virginia
Kathryn Ciliberti, Consultant
Mike Cooper, Senior Vice President and Senior Managing Director, Brandywine Realty Trust
Wayne Klotz, General Manager, I-95 Business Parks Management
Rob Walker, President, Gordon
Ken Wire, Associate, McGuireWoods
Schedule
1:00 - 1:30 PM Registration/Networking
1:30 - 2:30 PM Golf Clinics
2:45 - 4:45 PM 9-hole Course Experience
5:00 - 6:00 PM Program/Networking/Reception
Location
Piedmont Club - Haymarket 14675 Piedmont Vista Drive Haymarket, Virginia 20169 Click for Directions
Registration
$70 - Members/Member Company
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Host Sponsor
Members Only
Speed Networking
April 9, 2014
Program
The Developing Leaders hosted an evening of fast-paced networking on April 9! This unique approach to jumpstarting relationships allowed attendees to meet quickly with dynamic industry leaders and peers, and an opportunity to pitch their businesses.
Speakers
Robert Atkinson, Vice President/Associate Principal, Davis, Carter, Scott Ltd.
Dave Millard, Principal, Sales & Leasing, Avison Young
Christina Mindrup, Vice President of Commercial Real Estate, Alexandria Economic Development Partnership
Bob Neuman, Senior Principal, JM Zell Partners, Ltd
Cathy Puskar, Shareholder, Walsh Colucci Lubeley Emrich & Walsh PC
Tom Regnell, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Office Division, Washington Real Estate Investment Trust
Peter Scholz, Senior Vice President, Washington D.C. Operations, Duke Realty
more speakers to be announced
Schedule
5:00 to 5:30 PM Registration and Networking
5:30 to 8:00 PM Speed Networking
Location
Virtue Feed & Grain, 106 South Union Street, Alexandria, Virginia Click for Directions
Registration
$35 - Individual Members Only
Host Sponsors
Developing Leader Members/Guest
Tarara Winery Tour
October 10, 2013
Program
On October 10, the DLs enjoyed a great afternoon of networking and wine tasting at Tarara Winery in Leesburg, Virginia. Steven Hubert of Buchanan Partners, who is also co-owner of the winery, was on hand to talk about the history of the winery including how his father started the operation, and to share information about his career and interests. Jordan Harris of Tarara provided an overview of winemaking and led the tasting.
Speaker
Steven Hubert, Partner, Buchanan Partners and Co-owner, Tarara Winery
Location
Tarara Winery
13648 Tarara Lane
Leesburg, Virginia
Schedule
2:30 PM Registration
3:00 to 6:00 PM Program & Tour
Registration
$45 Member
$45 Guest of member
This is a great opportunity to invite a potential DL member!