NAIOP 30th Annual Meeting and Luncheon, Looking Back and Looking Forward
December 17, 2010
On Friday, December 17 NAIOP Northern Virginia hosted their 30th Annual Meeting and Luncheon. Looking Back and Looking Forward was the theme as a Panel of industry titans and experts talks about where we have been and why and where we are going and how. Tthe insights of this group of individuals who have been involved in the Northern Virginia market over the last several decades and continue to be involved in one of the most dynamic and successful commercial real estate markets in the Country were fascinating and showed the importance of working together and on behalf of the greater region.
The Panel of experts will included:
Panelists
Janet S. Davis, Senior Vice President of Leasing of the Metro DC Region, Brandywine Realty Trust
Douglas J. Donatelli, Chairman & CEO, First Potomac Realty Trust
Stephen Fuller, PhD., Director, Center for Regional Analysis, George Mason University
Gerald L. Gordon, President and Chief Executive Officer, Fairfax Economic Development Authority
Jon M. Peterson, Senior Vice President, Commercial Development, The Peterson Companies
James M. Underhill, CEO of the Americas, Cushman & Wakefield
Moderator
Robert E. Buchanan, Partner, Buchanan Partners
Photos now online!!
Click here to see pictures from the 2010 NAIOP Annual MeetingBehind the Scenes at COPT
December 10, 2010 - Members Only
11:45 AM to 1:30 PM
Behind the Scenes is a series of members only meetings designed to give NAIOP members the opportunity to learn more about the companies behind NAIOP Northern Virginia's Board members. NAIOP members only attended Behind the Scenes at Corporate Office Properties Trust on Friday, December 10. Roger Waesche, President and COO, discussed COPT's unique business strategy and recent Powerloft Datacenter acquisition, John Norjen, Managing Director, Investment, shared insights on COPT's recent local operating asset acquisitions and acquisition criteria, and Derrick Boegner Vice President, Asset Management/Leasing, talked about COPT's regional projects and its nationally recognized customer service platform.
Speakers
Roger Waesche, President and COO
John Norjen, Managing Director, Investment
Derrick Boegner, Vice President, Asset Management/Leasing
Location
Washington Technology Park
Chantilly, Virginia
Sponsor
Lunch with Steve Goldin
November 30, 2010 - Members Only
On Tuesday, November 30 NAIOP Northern Virginia members met for Lunch with Steve Goldin, Director of Real Estate for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). Goldin is responsible for overseeing 35 million square feet of public/private Transit Oriented Development (TOD) in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia, while working closely with key Federal officials to advance public policy to foster TOD nationally.
Considered a national authority on TODs, Goldin previously served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of InterCap Holdings, a Princeton, NJ firm specializing in mixed-use TOD; Director of Planning and Development for Woodbridge, New Jersey; and, President of the Woodbridge Economic Development Corporation.
Speaker
Steve Goldin, Director of Real Estate, WMATA
Location
Bean, Kinney & Korman, PC
First Floor Conference Room
Arlington, Virginia
Sponsor
Awards Gala
Thursday, November 18, 2010 - The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner
On Thursday, November 18, 2010 award Winners were recognized and awards formally presented at the Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Awards program. The NAIOP Awards recognizes the best in the Northern Virginia commercial, industrial and mixed-use real estate community. The awards program highlighted the dedication of outstanding individuals and companies that contribute to the success of our region.
2010 NAIOP Northern Virginia Award Winners
Awards Press Release
Transactions [1.6MB pdf]
Interiors[2.25MB pdf]
Buildings[8.7MB pdf]
Photos now online!!
Click here to see pictures from the 2010 NAIOP Awards
2010 Sponsors
Reception Sponsor - HITT Contracting Inc.
Centerpiece Sponsor - Duke Realty
Dessert Sponsor - TRINITY Group Construction
Cordials Sponsor - METRO PARK
Red Wine Sponsor - ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC
White Wine Sponsor - The JBG Companies
Sponsors:
Atlantic Realty Companies
Baker Tilly
Balfour Beatty Construction
BB&T
Boston Properties, Inc.
Bowman Consulting
Brandywine Realty Trust
Buchanan Partners, LLC
Burton Construction
Cassidy Turley
CB Richard Ellis, Inc.
Charron Consulting
christopher consultants , ltd.
Cooley Godward Kronish LLP
Corporate Office Properties Trust
Cox Business
Cushman & Wakefield of Virginia, Inc.
DBI Architects, Inc.
Duke Realty Corporation
ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC
First Potomac Realty Trust
Group Goetz Architects
Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum
ING Clarion Partners
L.F. Jennings, Inc.
The JBG Companies
McGuireWoods LLP
MOI, Inc.
Monday Properties
MRP Realty
R.W. Murray Co.
Northwestern Mutual
Quadrangle Development Corporation
The Peterson Companies
ProLogis
E.E. Reed Construction, L.P.
Reston Station/Comstock Partners
Tishman Speyer
TRINITY Group Construction, Inc.
Turner Construction Company
Tysons Executive Plaza II
Vornado/Charles E. Smith
WestDulles Properties, Inc.
WEST*GROUP
Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.
DLs Bring Your Boss to Lunch
Social Media Trends and Marketing Best Practices
November 2, 2010 - Northern Virginia DL Members Only
The Developing Leaders of NAIOP Northern Virginia hosted a luncheon and Panel discussion on the benefits of social media tools for professionals in the commercial real estate development industry. Social media is the way many of the young professionals communicate on both a personal and professional level. Attendees found out how does it work? And how do you get their boss invested in this new technology and communication tools?
The information that was presented in this program will help attendees get started successfully using social media tools to promote themselves and/or their businesses. It will also help current users maximize their existing social media setup. This event is just for NAIOP Northern Virginia Developing Leaders and their boss'.
Speakers
Tim Hughes, Bean, Kinney & Korman PC
Tim Klabunde, William H. Gordon Associates, Inc.
Mike Kohn, SmithGroup
Erin Orr, Fox Architects
Moderator
Deborah Hayward, STUDIO39 Landscape Architecture, P.C.
Location
Cooley Godward Kronish LLP
DL Social Media Panel featured (l to r) Tim Klabunde, Tim Hughes, Erin Orr and Mike Kohn
Behind the Scenes at ProLogis
October 12, 2010 - Members Only
Behind the Scenes at ProLogis - October 12: Behind the Scenes is a series of members only meetings designed to give NAIOP members the opportunity to learn more about the companies behind NAIOP Northern Virginia's Board members. ProLogis is a leading global provider of distribution facilities throughout Asia, Europe and North America. They have nearly $34 billion in real estate assets under management which translates into 475 million square feet in 2,500 industrial properties.
Speakers
Larry Harmsen, President, United States and Canada
Mark Levy, First Vice President
Location
Dulles Distribution Center II
45095 Old Ox Road, Suite 110, Dulles, Virginia,
VACRE 2010 Golf Tournament
October 4, 2010
Golfers from the Virginia's Golden Crescent commercial real estate development community joined together on October 4 for a day of networking and golf at the famed Golden Horseshoe Gold Course in Williamsburg. This was an opportunity to play one of Virginia's great courses and also spend time with their counterparts in commercial real estate from the Greater Richmond and Hampton Roads areas. This day of great golf and great networking was all for a good cause - supporting the political activities of the Virginia Association for Commercial Real Estate (VACRE).
Proceeds from the tournament benefit VACRE's Commercial Development PAC which was formed by NAIOP Northern Virginia, Hampton Roads ACRE and Greater Richmond ACRE. It is a coalition of organizations which are comprised of executives and professionals committed to promoting the ownership, use, and development of commercial real estate in the Commonwealth of Virginia. While balancing the concerns of the private sector with the public interest, VACRE strives to support, educate, and affect legislative initiatives that enhance commercial real estate.
Location
Golden Horseshoe Golf Club
Williamsburg, Virginia
Winners
1st Place Gross: Pete Eckert, Don, Marshall & Steve Romine
1st Place Net: Hugh Cohen, Thomas Dodson, Craig Read
2nd Place Net: David Auman, John Mercer, Lloyd Stephenson & Jamie Thomas
Long Drive: David Wilkins
Closest to the Pin
Hole #3: Lloyd Stephenson
Hole #7: Brad Flickinger
Hole #12: Tony Beck
Hole #16: Mike Cooper
Sponsors
Lunch: First Potomac Realty Trust
Hospitality: The Peterson Companies
Putting Green: Dewberry
Driving Range: ProLogis
Longest Drive: Reynolds Development
Closest to the Pin: The Vectre Corporation
Beverage Station: Burgess & Niple
Beverage Station: ECS Mid-Atlantic
Golf Balls: Balfour Beatty Construction
BRAC Attack Tour
September 29, 2010 - 7:45 AM - 2:00 PM
The NAIOP Northern Virginia BRAC ATTACK TOUR looked at BRAC133 Washington Headquarters Services, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Campus East, Fort Belvoir, Quantico and key commercial properties.
Speakers
Tom Bukoski, Associate Program Manager, Design and Construction, NGA Campus East Program Management Office, for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
Major Gen. George J. Flynn, commanding general, Marine Corps Combat Development Command
Col. Mark Moffatt, deputy garrison commander for transformation and BRAC
Raymond A. Ritchey, Executive Vice President, Head of the Washington, D.C. Office, and National Director of Acquisitions and Development, Boston Properties
Speaker PresentationS
2010 NAIOP BRAC ATTACK TOUR I-95/SPRINGFIELD BUS TOUR Presentation by Ray Ritchey .
NAIOP BRAC Attack Tour Presentation by Colonel Mark Moffatt.
NGA Campus East Presentation by Tom Bukoski.
Photos now online!!
Click here to see pictures from the BRAC ATTACK TOUR
Sponsors
Kick-Off Party
NAIOP Northern Virginia Developing Leaders
September 22, 2010
The NAIOP Northern Virginia Developing Leaders Committee hosted a Kick-Off Event on Wednesday, September 22, at Park Tower in Falls Church. The event was sponsored by ING Clarion.
Over 290 people from across the region registered to join the committee for a fun-filled evening that included good food and music, fabulous door prizes, and networking with peers and leaders from all sectors of the business.
The Developing Leaders Committee held the event to introduce the group to current NAIOP members and non-members, and to promote their mission for engaging the 35 and under segment of professionals in the commercial real estate development industry. The committee is dedicated to accomplishing this through their four pillars of involvement - Education, Mentorship, Community Outreach, and Social/Networking.
Location
Park Tower
2980 Fairview Park Drive, 13th Floor, Falls Church, Virginia
Photos now online!!
Click here to see pictures from the 2010 Developing Leaders Kick-Off Party"NAIOP Developing Leaders builds a unique setting for tomorrow's real estate leaders to interact, both professionally and socially, with more senior and established professionals, who will provide responsible leadership and ongoing support that will shape Northern Virginia and the region in the years to come." Mark DeLuca, ING Clarion
Preview Tour and Networking
"No Hat Required"
United States Institute of Peace - September 15, 2010
Back to Business Networking event co-hosted by NAIOP Northern Virginia and NAIOP Maryland/DC. NAIOP members got one of the first behind the scenes look at the soon to be completed United States Institute of Peace Headquarters (USIP). Overlooking the Lincoln Memorial, this beautiful facility is sure to become one of the iconic buildings in Washington, DC. In addition to tours of the building, everyone enjoyed cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and networking with members of both NAIOP chapters.
Located at the northwest corner of the National Mall, the new building will serve as the headquarters of the Institute of Peace and a national center for the advancement and study of peacebuilding. The 154,000 sq. ft. facility will include a Public Education Center, a research library and archives, classrooms and a world-class conference center. USIP will also house over 20,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space as well as a public plaza, curving fountain and garden.
Following a nationwide competition renowned architect Moshe Safdie and his firm Moshe Safdie and Associates were chosen to design the new facility. The result is a breathtaking design which serves as a statement to the importance of peace. The building consists of three distinct sections linked together by atriums and large span undulating roofs. The roofs form a series of "wings" constructed of steel frame and white translucent glass. The spectacular wings are white during the day and will glow with light from within at night.
Location
The U.S. Institute of Peace Headquarters
Constitution Ave. & 23rd Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037
Metro-Foggy Bottom: Free garage parking
Breakfast Seminar
How to Submit a Winning Entry
August 24, 2010
Those looking for some pointers on how to put together an Awards submission, attended this FREE Members Only Breakfast Seminar and heard great ideas and received help on how to submit their entry for the 24th Annual Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Awards. Guest speakers Kathryn Ciliberti, Director of Business Development, DBI Architects, Inc., and former Vice-Chair of Special Events for NAIOP Northern Virginia, and Margaret Konkel, Assistant Professor of Interior Design at Marymount University, who is both a former judge and a former winner, provided their unique perspective on what it takes to submit a winning entry.
Attendees at this free seminar and gained insight on how to assemble a submission package, including the proper writing techniques for the narrative, entry-specific photos which reflect quality aspects of your project, and information on how to produce a stunning marketing board to showcase your entry the night of the event. Attendees also had the opportunity to view the winning entries from last year.
The Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Awards are judged based on the entry submittal materials only. There are no site visits.
It's never too soon to start planning!
Speakers
Kathryn Ciliberti, Director of Business Development, DBI Architects, Inc.
Margaret Konkel, Assistant Professor of Interior Design, Marymount University
Location
Balfour Beatty Construction
3924 Pender Drive, Fairfax, Virginia 22030
2030 Forecast
Will We be Ready?
July 20, 2010
On Tuesday, July 20, NAIOP Northern Virginia hosted their annual Mid-Year Forecast. In addition to our traditional commercial real estate statistics and commentary on the regional market, presented by Spencer Stouffer, one of Northern Virginia's top brokers, speakers discussed the work of The 2030 Group, an effort that is spearheaded by some of the premiere business leaders in the greater Washington region.
The 2030 Group's mission is to help focus business, civic and elected leaders on long-term growth prospects facing the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and to encourage the regional leadership and cooperation required for good sustainable growth. The 2030 Group President, Bob Buchanan, set the stage for presentations from Dr. Stephen Fuller and Dr. Jacques Gansler regarding the growth trends for the next twenty years. Their numbers are mindboggling, particularly when they project the need for 35,000 new housing starts a year for the next twenty years. Where will they go? Will there be the infrastructure to support this housing? What will be the needs for commercial development? Is there hope for true regional cooperation between the local jurisdictions and states?
Speakers
Robert E. Buchanan, President, The 2030 Group, Principal, Buchanan Partners, LLC
Stephen S. Fuller, PhD., Director, Center for Regional Analysis, George Mason University
Jacques S. Gansler, PhD., Roger C. Lipitz Chair in Public Policy and Private Enterprise, University of Maryland
Spencer R. Stouffer, Managing Director, Principal, Cassidy Turley
Speaker PresentationS
Bob Buchanan Introduction of 2030 Group.
Spencer Stouffer Northern Virginia Market Forecast.
Dr. Stephen Fuller on The Future of the Washington Metropolitan Area Economy.
Dr.Jacques Gansler on Building the National Capital Region Community. [2MB PDF]
Links:
Network Luncheon
Open for Business! Are Lenders Ready to Make Loans?
June 17, 2010
Signs of life are returning to the capital markets. Virtually all lenders - CMBS, banks, life companies and specialty lenders - want to make loans but deals are scarce. Lenders are adjusting their requirements for borrowers and their targets for returns. While trophy properties in major markets are seeing most of the increased lender interest, assets in secondary markets are also attracting stronger interest. Lenders are increasing the amount of leverage they are offering, and reducing loan spreads. The first multi-borrower CMBS since 2008 priced in April, and several mortgage REITs have entered the market, ready to buy debt and make new loans.
On Thursday, June 17, attendees heard about the state of the commercial real estate debt markets as the region continues to emerge from the downturn. The Panel of finance experts talked about what terms they are offering and what deals they are seeing in this market, as well as their projections for the future. The program consisted of a series of questions to our Panelists regarding the following topics:
- Changes in the market over the past 12 months
- Current sources, availability and requirements to obtain construction, mezzanine and permanent loans from life companies and commercial banks
- The first CMBS bond offering since 2008.
- Expectations for the next 12 months
Panelists
Joseph W. Donato, Jr., CPA, Executive Vice President, CB Richard Ellis Capital Markets Group
Antonio F. Marquez, Senior Vice President, HSBC Bank NA
Judy P. McMahan, Managing Director, Transwestern Realty Finance Partners, L.L.C.
R. Steven Taylor, CFA, Director, MetLife Real Estate Investments
Moderator
Dennis K. Moyer, Director, Goulston & Storrs
2010 Spring Double Tournament
June 7, 2010
Location
Fairfax Country Club
Fairfax, Virginia
Photos
Click here to see low resolution pictures from the 2010 Spring Golf Tournament.
Winners
AM Winners
1st Gross: Gene Peterson, Marc DeLuca, Sam Misleh, Tom Goulionis
1st Net: Glen Holsinger, Jerry Kilkenny, John LaPorta, Mike Cooper
2nd Net: Carl Couey, Damon Josue, Merrell Ashley, Mark Kosin
Closest to Pin Men: Chris Hartzler
Closest to Pin Women: Trish Jurgonis
Longest Drive Men: Johnny Rosenbaum
Longest Drive Women: Diane Myer
PM Winners
1st Gross: Brian Fitzgerald, Jeff Roman, Keith Knight, Mike Shuler
1st Net: Bob Anderson, Dan Purrington, Michael Blyumin, Yorke Allen
2nd Net: Marc DeLuca, Sam Misleh, James Cassidy, Paul Darr
3rd Net: Bruce Childs, Mick Doolittle, Robert Perini, Robert Zeiller
Closest to Pin Men: Keigh Knight
Closest to Pin Women: Lynne Goldberg
Longest Drive Men: Bruce Strasburg
Longest Drive Women: Kassi Saridakis
Many thanks to our Major Sponsor ING Clarion Real Estate.
Many thanks to our Lunch Sponsor Monday Properties.
Many thanks to our Dinner Sponsor Trammell Crow Company.
Behind the Scenes at Vornado/Charles E. Smith
May 25, 2010 - Members Only
Behind the Scenes at Vornado/Charles E. Smith - May 25: Behind the Scenes is a series of members only meetings designed to give NAIOP members the opportunity to learn more about the companies behind NAIOP Northern Virginia's Board members. Vornado/Charles E. Smith, is the driving force behind the birth and rebirth of Crystal City. Vornado/Charles E. Smith owns and manages 18 million square feet of commercial properties. In addition, they manage an additional 7 million square feet of commercial properties for other owners. Members joined Jim Creedon, Executive Vice President of Commercial Leasing, and other Vornado executives to learn more about this dynamic entity.
Speakers
Mitch Bonanno, Senior Vice President, Development
Jim Creedon, Executive Vice President, Commercial Leasing
Lisa Marier, Senior Vice President, Development
Patrick Tyrell, Chief Operating Officer
Speaker Presentation
Click here for the presentation by Vornado.[5.0 MB PDF]
Tishman Speyer GMU CREE Lunch
May 12, 2010
For the past two years, NAIOP Northern Virginia members have worked with representatives of George Mason University to create the Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship (CREE), a project initiated by our chapter. The State Council of Higher Education in Virginia has approved Mason's request to offer a Master's in Real Estate Development. Classes are scheduled to begin at Mason in the Fall of 2009. In addition to a Master's degree, Mason will also offer certificates in various real estate related topics.
In an effort to promote the new real estate related programming offered by Mason, NAIOP members, who are directly involved in the Mason CREE program, have been hosting box lunches in their offices. Our hosts from Tishman Speyer were joined by Mark Hassinger (WestDulles Properties, Inc.), and several officials from Mason and provided information about the educational opportunities offered at Mason through the Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship.
For additional information about CREE, please click on GMU CREE
Planes, Trains & Lanes
NAIOP Northern Virginia Bus Tour
May 6, 2010
Photos now online!!
Click here to see pictures from the 2010 NAIOP Bus Tour and Trade ShowEvent Information
The nationally acclaimed NAIOP Northern Virginia Bus Tour was held on Thursday, May 6, 2010.
The 2010 Tour was the Outside the Beltway version - focusing on the western and northern parts of Fairfax, eastern parts of Loudoun and northern parts of Prince William. It looked at the submarkets of Tysons, Reston, Herndon, Route 28, Dulles Greenway, Route 50, I-66 and Route 7. Office and industrial projects, new construction, site plan approved projects, and major blocks of new or relet space of 40,000 contiguous square feet or more were highlighted on the tour.
The NAIOP Northern Virginia Bus Tour is not only the premier Bus Tour covering all of Northern Virginia but it is also recognized as one of the most successful commercial real estate bus tours in the United States, thanks to the great work of our members. The Bus Tour Sold Out.
Location
2550 Wasser Terrace, Herndon, Virginia
Schedule
7:30 a.m. Registration
7:30 a.m. Trade Show and Breakfast
10:00 a.m. Buses Depart
Noon Lunch
Lunch at Towers Crescent
3:00 p.m. Buses Return
3:00 p.m. Reception at Westin Washington Dulles (next door)
Sponsor
Many thanks to our Grand Sponsor Overlook Towers
Governor Bob McDonnell - Luncheon Speaker
April 27, 2010
There is no doubt that Bob McDonnell has had his hands full since becoming the Commonwealth of Virginia's seventy-first governor on January 16. With the General Assembly already in session and a growing budget deficit, he has had to address issues as diverse as job creation initiatives to off shore drilling for oil and gas exploration to anti-bias protections for gay state employees.
When the General Assembly left Richmond in March, the $4 billion budget deficit was closed with severe cuts in state programming, increased user fees, and $620 million in borrowed funding from the Virginia Retirement System. The bulk of the legislation that could have been detrimental to the commercial real estate industry was either killed or carried over to the 2011 session. The Governor has announced that over the remainder of the year, he will appoint commissions which will focus on Higher Education Innovation and Government Reform.
Unfortunately, the Governor and the General Assembly have not addressed one of the most pressing problems in the Commonwealth transportation. At a minimum, he may propose selling $500 million in transportation bonds before the end of the year but the state must produce the revenue to insure them. He has also said that he will consider calling a special legislative session on transportation if he believes the General Assembly can reach agreement. There are many who do not think that is possible.
NAIOP Northern Virginia welcomed Governor McDonnell and guests learned more about the important issues that will affect the future of the Commonwealth.
Speaker
Bob McDonnell, Governor, Commonwealth of Virginia.
Lunch with Sean Connaughton
Secretary of Transportation, Commonwealth of Virginia
April 8, 2010 - Members Only
NAIOP members had a candid discussion with Sean Connaughton, Secretary of Transportation for the Commonwealth of Virginia on issues related to transportation.
Our thanks to McGuireWoods for providing the accommodations for lunch.
Speaker
Sean Connaughton, Secretary of Transportation, Commonwealth of Virginia.
GMU CREE
Vornado hosted GMU CREE Lunch
April 7, 2010
Event Information
For the past two years, NAIOP Northern Virginia members have worked with representatives of George Mason University to create the Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship (CREE), a project initiated by our chapter. The State Council of Higher Education in Virginia has approved Mason's request to offer a Master's in Real Estate Development. Classes are scheduled to begin at Mason in the Fall of 2009. In addition to a Master's degree, Mason will also offer certificates in various real estate related topics.
In an effort to promote the new real estate related programming offered by Mason, NAIOP members, who are directly involved in the Mason CREE program, have been hosting box lunches in their offices. Our hosts from Vornado were joined by Mark Hassinger (WestDulles Properties, Inc.), and several officials from Mason and provided information about the educational opportunities offered at Mason through the Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship.
For additional information about CREE, please click on GMU CREE
GMU CREE
Cooley Godward hosted GMU CREE Lunch
March 31, 2010
Event Information
For the past two years, NAIOP Northern Virginia members have worked with representatives of George Mason University to create the Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship (CREE), a project initiated by our chapter. The State Council of Higher Education in Virginia has approved Mason's request to offer a Master's in Real Estate Development. Classes are scheduled to begin at Mason in the Fall of 2009. In addition to a Master's degree, Mason will also offer certificates in various real estate related topics.
In an effort to promote the new real estate related programming offered by Mason, NAIOP members, who are directly involved in the Mason CREE program, have been hosting box lunches in their offices. Our hosts from Cooley Godward were joined by Mark Hassinger (WestDulles Properties, Inc.), and several officials from Mason and provided information about the educational opportunities offered at Mason through the Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship.
For additional information about CREE, please click on GMU CREE
Got Green?
Virtual Tour of Four LEED Certified Projects
March 25, 2010
Event Information
On Thursday, March 25, NAIOP Northern Virginia presented four case studies on local LEED projects representing LEED NC, LEED EB, LEED CS and LEED CI. Attendees learned how LEED Certification was achieved on these projects - all very special projects that are representative of what the market is demanding from developers and property owners. The discussions included:
- the green objectives for each project
- unique green-related strategies, processes and design elements utilized on the projects
- the cost of pursuing LEED certification and project impact on future occupancy, rent, operating expenses and building valuation
- interaction between contractors/suppliers, LEED AP and owner during certification process
- lessons learned and advice to other building owners pursuing LEED development
Projects profiled included:
- Democracy Tower - Boston Properties - LEED CS
- 6363 Walker Lane, Metro Park - ING Clarion - LEED CI
- 950 Glebe Road - The JBG Companies - LEED NC
- Reston Crescent - Brookfield Properties - LEED EB
Speakers
950 Glebe Road - The Regent
Dean Cinkala, Executive Development Officer, The JBG Companies
Katie Peterschmidt, LEED AP BD+C, Senior Associate, Cooper Carry
Democracy Tower
Peter V. Otteni, LEED AP, Vice President - Development, Boston Properties
Steve Morken, LEED AP, Vice President - Construction, Boston Properties
Metro Park V
Andrea Nolan, Vice President, ING Clarion
Robert Phinney, LEED AP BD+C, ID+C, Director, Skanska USA Building
Reston Crescent
John Landry, LEED AP, Vice President - Construction, Brookfield Properties
Mike Babcock, LEED AP BD+C, Managing Partner, Sustainable Building Partners
Moderator
Kathy Lawson, LEED AP, Davis Carter Scott,
Speaker PresentationS
Introduction by Kathy Lawson, Davis, Carter, Scott, Ltd.
JBG team and The Regent.[4.5 MB PDF]
Boston Properties team and Discovery Tower.[2.5 MB PDF]
ING team and MetroPark.[2.5 MB PDF]
Brookfield Properties and One Reston Crescent.[1.5 MB PDF]
New Member Orientation
March 4, 2010
In an effort to enhance the experience of new members of NAIOP Northern Virginia, the Membership Committee hosted new members at a New Member Mixer hosted by member company HITT Contracting Inc.
This event provided new members with an overview of our chapter as well as the opportunities that exist for further involvement. Several of Board members were on hand to inform new members about various chapter activities, including legislative and government relations efforts, our networking opportunities and special functions, and the relationship with NAIOP Corporate and the Virginia Association for Commercial Real Estate (VACRE).
Location
HITT Contracting Inc. Headquarters, 2900 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, Virginia
Behind the Scenes at BPG Properties, Ltd.
February 22, 2010 - Members Only
Behind the Scenes is a series of member only meetings designed to give NAIOP members the opportunity to learn more about the companies behind NAIOP Northern Virginia's Board members. With limited attendees and an intimate setting, the stage is set for dialogue! This is your chance to take a look at what goes on behind the scenes at some of our region's best real estate companies.
BPG Properties, Ltd. Founded in 1980, is a private equity real estate fund manager with experience in the acquisition, development and investment management of all major property types throughout the United States. The firm's portfolio includes office, multi-family, retail and industrial.
BPG Development Company, L.P. is expanding throughout the Northern Virginia market. NAIOP members met the management team and found out about their plans for 2010 and beyond.
Speakers
BPG Development Company, L.P.
Brian J. Fitzgerald, Senior Vice President
Jeff Nokes, Regional Portfolio Manager
BPG Properties, Ltd.
Keith Knight, Asset Manager
Speaker Presentation
Click here for the presentation by BPG.[3.6 MB PDF]
Lunch with Bob Peck
February 19, 2010 - Members Only
NAIOP Members had a candid discussion with Bob Peck, Commissioner of the Public Building Service, GSA on February 19. As Commissioner, Peck is responsible for the nationwide asset management, design, construction, leasing, building management, and disposal for 361 million square feet of government-owned and leased space, accommodating 1 million federal workers. Additionally he oversees an annual budget of more than $8 billion and 6,300 employees.
Our thanks to McGuireWoods for providing the accommodations for lunch.
Speaker
Robert A. Peck, Commissioner of Public Buildings, General Services Administration (GSA)
Speaker Presentation
Click here for the presentation by Commissioner Peck.
Click here for information on December 2009 GSA Industry Lease Process Review Forum.
For additional questions, comments, etc email GSA at refineleasing@gsa.gov
Annual Forecast
February 4, 2010
On Thursday, February 4, NAIOP Northern Virginia presented its Annual Real Estate Market Forecast. It included a statistical overview of 2009, trends for 2010, information on what tenants are looking for and what landlords are prepared to give it was everything you have come to expect from a NAIOP Northern Virginia forecast!
Back by popular demand were Dave Millard, Executive Director for Cushman & Wakefield of Virginia and Kevin Thorpe, Chief Economist, Market Research, Cassidy & Pinkard Colliers. These veterans of the local commercial real estate industry provided specifics pertaining to the Northern Virginia submarkets. We also welcomed Larry Pobuda, 2010 Chairman of NAIOP Corporate, who began the program with an overview of the national scene.
Speakers
David R. Millard, Executive Director, Cushman & Wakefield of Virginia
Lawrence A. Pobuda, 2010 Chairman, NAIOP Corporate and Partner, Stewart Lawrence Group
Kevin J. Thorpe, Chief Economist, Market Research, Cassidy & Pinkard Colliers
Speaker Presentations
Click here for the presentation by Dave Millard.
Click here for the presentation by Larry Pobuda.
Click here for the presentation by Kevin Thorpe, Revised 2/24/10.