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I.CON West

March 8-9, 2023
Long Beach, California

I.CON IS INDUSTRIAL REAL ESTATE.

About I.CON West 2023

Date: Wednesday, March 08, 2023 - Thursday, March 09, 2023

Where: Westin Long Beach, Long Beach, California

The premier event exclusively focused on the development, operation and expansion of industrial real estate, I.CON is the nation’s largest gathering of industrial real estate professionals.

Hear the big ideas, trends and new technologies in industrial development from the best in the business, and make new professional contacts in the enthusiastic networking environment.

I.CON West 2023 sold out.

Interested in I.CON West 2024?  Registration is open!

 

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Agenda

Day 1 Agenda

Wednesday, March 08, 2023
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8 a.m.

Registration Open

8 a.m. - 6 p.m. PT

Presented by Cushman & Wakefield.

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9 a.m.

Tours & Workshop

9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. PT

Ticketed events. Times vary within window.

Inland Empire Industrial Tour
9:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Bus departs at 9:30 a.m.
THIS TOUR IS SOLD OUT. 
Presented by Majestic Realty.

Port of Long Beach Tour
THIS TOUR IS SOLD OUT. 

9:30-11:30 a.m.
Group will depart together to walk to pier at 9:40 a.m. Boat departs at 10 a.m.
Presented by TeamCalifornia.

Advanced Manufacturing Facility Tour
11:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Due to security protocols at these facilities, this tour is open only to U.S. citizens.
THIS TOUR IS SOLD OUT.
Presented by Majestic Realty.

Workshop: Driving Value: ESG Impact and Implementation
12:00 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

THIS WORKSHOP IS SOLD OUT.

Speakers:
Suzanne Fallender, Vice President, Global ESG, Prologis
Breana Wheeler, Director of Operations , BREEAM USA, BRE Global
Presented by Hines.

 

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11 a.m.

Espresso Bar Open

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. PT

Presented by Link Logistics Real Estate.

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3 p.m.

Exhibits Open

3 p.m. - 6 p.m. PT
3 p.m.

Happy Hour with Exhibitors

3 p.m. - 4 p.m. PT

Open to all attendees.

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4 p.m.

Onsite Welcome Reception

4 p.m. - 6 p.m. PT

Presented by Uprite Construction.

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Day 2 Agenda

Thursday, March 09, 2023
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7 a.m.

Registration Open

7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. PT

Presented by Cushman & Wakefield.

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7 a.m.

Espresso Bar Open

7 a.m. - 4 p.m. PT

Presented by Link Logistics Real Estate.

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7:45 a.m.

Breakfast

7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. PT

Presented by Dalfen.

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8 a.m.

Exhibits Open

8 a.m. - 4 p.m. PT
8:30 a.m.

Keynote: Industrial Real Estate Outlook: An Economic Perspective

8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. PT
Rebecca Rockey

 

Speaker:
Rebecca Rockey
Economist, Global Head of Economic Analysis and Forecasting
Cushman & Wakefield

 

 

 

 

Keynote stage presented by FCL Builders.

Co-presented by Presenting, Premier and Platinum sponsors.

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9:45 a.m.

Networking Break

9:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. PT

Presented by Rockefeller Group.

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10:15 a.m.

Achieving Net-zero Targets: Combining Efficiency, Solar and EV Infrastructure

10:15 a.m. - 11 a.m. PT

Many industrial owners and operators are setting more aggressive goals for reducing emissions and other environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues. However, they also face many questions about sustainable solutions for implementation and how to ensure projects are swift, cohesive and measurable. In this session, panelists will discuss how to make real progress toward net-zero by sharing best practices and lessons learned.

Moderator:
Gabe Schwartz, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, SitelogIQ
Panelists:
Nicolas Isham, Managing Director, Asset Management, W.P. Carey
Matt Praske, Director of Sustainability Innovation, EQT Exeter
Grant Waldron, LEED AP, Head of Sustainability Strategy, GAIA
Brian Wilson, Partner, West Region, Bridge Industrial

Presented by CT Realty Investors.

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10:15 a.m.

The Industrial Next Door: Coexisting with Suburban Residential

10:15 a.m. - 11 a.m. PT

How does industrial development co-exist with suburban residential neighborhoods? Join us for an engaging discussion about how the evolving supply chain, site densification and the changing retail landscape are factors pushing industrial closer to city centers. Our speakers will present a successful industrial entitlement and development case study and then explore the challenges and solutions to shift the narrative and position industrial as a valuable neighbor.

Speakers:
John Condas, Partner, Allen Matkins
Patrick Daniels, Co-Founder/Chief Executive Officer, CapRock Partners LLC

Co-presented by Presenting, Premier and Platinum sponsors.

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10:15 a.m.

CRE Talk: State of the SoCal and Inland Empire Industrial Markets

10:15 a.m. - 11 a.m. PT

The industrial sector has been the darling of commercial real estate for years now, but with less pressure on global supply chains, a cooling economy, and a decrease in the rate of e-commerce expansion, retailers and logistics firms have slowed the rate at which they acquired additional industrial space. This CRE Talk will focus on the state of industrial in the SoCal and Inland Empire markets. Bring your questions and be ready to share your experience in these two red-hot California submarkets.

Speakers:
Rafael De Anda, Associate Director of Market Analytics, CoStar Group
Thomas Lawless, Senior Director, Hines

Presented by Bridge Industrial.

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11:15 a.m.

Opportunities for Industrial Development in Mexico

11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT

The industrial market has been soaring in the U.S. but what is happening across the border in Mexico? Get up to speed on the current state of the industrial market in Mexico and find out what’s ahead. Which areas of the country are poised for growth and what opportunities are attracting investor interest? Examine the challenges to keep in mind – as well as cross-border solutions – for companies building or investing in the Mexican market.

Moderator:
Daniel Quezada, Associate, U.S. Industrial/Logistics Development, USAA Real Estate Company

Panelists:
Rafael Arias, Vice President Head of Capital Deployment Mexico, Prologis
Rafael McCadden, Industrial and Logistics Director CDMX, Colliers International

Co-presented by Presenting, Premier and Platinum sponsors.

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11:15 a.m.

Legislative and Political Outlook

11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT

NAIOP’s government affairs team will provide updates direct from the halls of Capitol Hill about the association’s legislative priority issues and the current legislative session. Hear their insights about what commercial real estate professionals need to know on the legislative and political fronts in 2023 and beyond. They will also share updates on state initiatives, with a focus on legislation to watch in Arizona, California and Nevada.

Speakers:
Toby Burke, Senior Director of State and Local Affairs, NAIOP
Aquiles Suarez, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, NAIOP

Presented by CT Realty Investors.

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11:15 a.m.

CRE Talk: Recruiting and Retaining Top Talent in the Current Climate

11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT

Join CRE talent development experts and dive into best practices for recruiting and retaining top talent in a competitive employment market. Explore key strategies for developing a diverse and inclusive talent pool; discuss the expectations of today’s new hires in terms of workplace culture, compensation and work-from-home flexibility; and walk away with winning ideas for a successful recruitment and retention program.

Facilitators:
Christopher Papa, Founding Partner, Jackson Lucas
Marc Torrey, Associate Partner, Jackson Lucas
Victoria Whittaker, Director, Jackson Lucas

Presented by Bridge Industrial.

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12 p.m.

Networking Lunch

12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. PT

Presented by CBRE.

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1 p.m.

Growth and Potential in the Southwest Industrial Market

1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. PT

The greater Southwest industrial market has seen massive growth over the last several years. What is the current state of the market? What is the impact of inflation and access to affordable debt? What are the trendlines for spec and build-to-suit? Join this expert panel for a lively discussion on current and future economic trends; what’s driving those trends; and what challenges lie ahead. This session will also explore opportunities for commercial real estate developers and investors in the Southwest industrial market.

Moderator:
Keith Earnest, Executive Vice President, VanTrust Real Estate LLC
Panelists:
Guy Martin, President, Martin-Harris Construction
Tivon Moffitt, Senior Director, Office & Industrial, Institutional Property Advisors
Sven Tustin, Executive Vice President, Conor Commercial Real Estate
Sean Zaher, Senior Vice President, CBRE

Presented by CT Realty Investors.

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2 p.m.

Labor Data Trends in the Inland Empire

2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. PT

Dig into the data behind labor and workforce trends in California’s Inland Empire and the surrounding regions, one of the most competitive labor markets for distribution and manufacturing workers in the western U.S. With wages, inflation, benefits and other workforce trends changing rapidly, this session will outline the current environment using data layers including government, social media metadata, sidewalk information and other new tools to better predict labor issues in the future.

Moderator:
Kevin Dollhopf, MBA, MA, MCR, IAMC Fellow, Principal, Hickey & Associates
Panelists:
Steven Bellitti, SIOR, Senior Executive Vice President, Colliers International
Michael Landsburg, Chief Development Officer, NFI Real Estate
Ryan Shelton, Senior Vice President, Market Officer Leasing West, Link Logistics Real Estate

Co-presented by Presenting, Premier and Platinum sponsors.

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2 p.m.

The Nearshoring Experiment

2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. PT

Corporations and politicians have talked about bringing manufacturing back to the U.S. for years. Between global instability and global supply chain challenges, the impetus to revisit supply chain global manufacturing distribution locations is more important than ever. Can the shorter transit times and lower import costs of nearshoring provide enough benefits to compete with the pros and cons of offshoring? In this session, examine if the tide has turned decisively in favor of nearshoring and what it means for your business.

Speaker:
Gregg Healy, Executive Vice President, Head of Industrial Service, North America, Savills

Presented by CT Realty Investors.

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2 p.m.

CRE Talk: Is Cold Storage Still Hot?

2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. PT

Cold storage is a hot topic in industrial real estate. But as economic uncertainty and concerns about a recession persist, will interest in cold storage cool? Are developers pursuing speculative cold storage buildings? Join the conversation on the current state of the cold storage market.

Speakers:
Kate Lyle, NCARB, Director, Industrial Cold and Food, Ware Malcomb
Cory Singer, Vice President of Business Development, FCL Builders

Presented by Bridge Industrial.

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2:45 p.m.

Networking Break

2:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. PT

Presented by Rockefeller Group.

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3:15 p.m.

The Capital Markets Outlook for Industrial Real Estate

3:15 p.m. - 4 p.m. PT

The industrial real estate market has been on fire, but this still-hot sector is expected to cool, according to the latest industrial space demand forecast from the NAIOP Research Foundation. In this session, speakers will examine the latest data and savvy strategies for capital markets, including options for financing, transaction volume year-over-year, trends in construction and labor costs, and buyers’ approach to acquisitions.

Moderator:
Jim Linn, Executive Managing Director, Newmark
Panelists:
Valerie Achtemeier, Vice Chairman of Capital Markets, CBRE
Gregg Boehm, Managing Director, Market Officer, Industrial, Ares Real Estate Group
Max Gagliardi, CFA, Senior Managing Director, Capital Markets, Dalfen Industrial

Co-presented by Presenting, Premier and Platinum sponsors.

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3:15 p.m.

The Unexpected Challenges and Solutions of Multilevel Warehouse Design

3:15 p.m. - 4 p.m. PT

The need for multilevel warehouses in urban areas around the world continues to rise. Vertical warehouses may provide many advantages, but they also present a range of challenges including parking and vehicle flow; customer journey and pedestrian flow; and regional, operational, and sustainable considerations. This session will identify the unique factors that make multilevel warehouses successful with examples of projects in Mexico, South Korea, Canada, Taiwan, China and the U.S.

Moderator:
Russell Hazzard, AIA, President, MG2
Panelists:
Maribel Barba, AIA, Design Architect and Project Manager, MG2
Michael Bennett, Vice President and Head of Development, DH Property Holdings LLC
Ken Sun, Senior Vice President, Regional Head of Development - West Region, Prologis

Presented by CT Realty Investors.

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3:15 p.m.

CRE Expert Bar

3:15 p.m. - 4 p.m. PT
CRE Expert Bar

Chat with experts while enjoying drinks at the CRE Expert Bar – an exceptional opportunity for high-level one-on-one networking.

Each CRE Expert will be available for 15-minute time slots to meet individually for consultations with attendees.

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CRE Experts:
Toby Burke, Associate Vice President of State and Local Affairs, NAIOP
Kate Lyle, NCARB, Director, Industrial Cold & Food, Ware Malcomb
Rafael McCadden, SIOR, Industrial & Logistics Director CDMX, Colliers International
Victoria Whittaker, Director, Jackson Lucas

Presented by Bridge Industrial.

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4:30 p.m.

I.CONNECT: Ticketed Off-site Networking Event

4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. PT

Cap off your I.CON West experience with a networking event at Ballast Point Brewery Long Beach. Raise a glass of one of the 50+ beers on tap or select from their wine list and eclectic New American menu as you mingle with other I.CON West attendees.

Location: Ballast Point Brewery Long Beach (110 N Marina Dr.)

I.CONNECT IS SOLD OUT.

Presented by Panattoni Development.

Co-presented by Badiee Development Inc. and Deacon Construction.

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Keynote: Industrial Real Estate Outlook: An Economic Perspective

Rebecca Rockey
Economist, Global Head of Economic Analysis and Forecasting
Cushman & Wakefield

Rebecca Rockey is an economist and is the global head of economic analysis and forecasting at Cushman & Wakefield. In her role, she studies how economies, demographics, financial markets and commercial real estate interact —at both the macro and micro levels. She is responsible for the production of national/metro-level commercial real estate forecasts for various property types across the Americas; develops predictive econometric and statistical models to enhance the firms’ analytical capabilities; and contributes to numerous white papers, webinars, media requests and presentations. In her global role, she extends this expertise to other regions. She is certified by the International Institute of Forecasters and is a member of the American Economic Association and the National Association of Business Economists. In 2014, she was part of the forecast team that won the National Association of Business Economists Outlook Award (most accurate forecaster).

Rebecca Rockey

Special Events

Join other attendees and select from three project tours giving you an up-close look at groundbreaking industrial developments in the Long Beach and Inland Empire region.

- Inland Empire Industrial Tour [Sold out]

- Port of Long Beach Tour [Sold out]

- Advanced Manufacturing Facility Tour [Sold out]

- Workshop: Driving Value: ESG Impact and Implementation [Sold out]

- I.CONNECT: Ticketed Off-site Networking Event [Sold out]

Add these events to your conference registration to make the most of your time at I.CON West. We encourage you to register for the project tour of your choice before it reaches capacity!

Space is limited; register now!

 

Tours for ICON West

Registration

I.CON West 2023 is sold out. No onsite registration is available due to record attendance at this year’s event.

 

Fee Type Standard USD Standard CAD
Member Regular $800 $1,061
Nonmember Regular $1,095 $1,454
Developing Leader Member Regular $675 $895
University Faculty Regular $800 $1,061
Student $195 $259

 

Confirmation

All registrations processed online receive an automatic order confirmation and receipt. If you register via fax, mail, or phone, a receipt must be requested by contacting education@naiop.org.

Code of Conduct

NAIOP is dedicated to providing a positive and harassment-free event experience. Harassment of event participants through the app, in person, or any other channel is prohibited and may result in removal from the event. All communication should be appropriate for a professional audience. If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of NAIOP staff immediately.

Recording and Videography

Attendees of I.CON West may be captured by audio and video and consent to appear in conference recordings and promotional materials. For questions or to request not to appear in conference recordings, email  hamilton@naiop.org.

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be in writing. Cancellations of full conference registrants received after Tuesday, February 14, 2023, will be charged a fee of $100 per attendee. You may send a substitute in your place without a penalty. Nonmembers substituting for a member will pay the fee difference. Cancellations received after Tuesday, February 28, 2023, will forfeit the registration fee. No refunds will be made for no-shows. Special events (tours) are nonrefundable. Cancellation notices should be sent to education@naiop.org.

Special Accommodations

Do you require a special accommodation to participate in this meeting? i.e., specific dietary needs (kosher/halal), audio captioning, mobility assistance, etc.? Please email education@naiop.org at least 7 days prior to the conference with your specific request.

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