NAIOP Georgia

?? Calling all NAIOP Georgia Members! ?? Join us on May 20, 2025, for an incredible day on the links at NAIOP Georgia's 2025 Members-Only Golf Tournament! This is your chance to connect with top real estate professionals while enjoying a premier golf experience at Capital City Club - Crabapple. This event is exclusive to NAIOP Georgia members. Not a member? You can still be involved by joining today or sponsoring the tournament! Sponsorships are available now. Learn more and register today: https://lnkd.in/egDqHq-N A huge THANK YOU to our current sponsors for making this event possible!

Congratulations to NAIOP Georgia member Zachary Hodges on this incredible opportunity! Only 15 individuals were selected as the recipients of this annual scholarship, which aims to build a pipeline of talent for development and operations roles in commercial real estate by linking emerging professionals with mentors and enhancing their industry expertise.

This morning's discussion centered around the Capital Markets. Bobby Norwood moderated the discussion between Kennedy Hicks, Brandon Houston, Lex Rickenbaker and Kevin Lott. Here are the top takeaways. Let us know what you would add in the comments. ? ??While capital largely sat on the sidelines last year, things have begun to open up, but there are not enough deals for all the capital to chase. ??Land sellers' expectations are beginning to align with buyers', lowering the basis and unlocking more opportunities throughout the Southeast for new developments. ??Office, hospitality, regional malls and Class B/C multifamily sectors are experiencing outsized discomfort in capital allocation. ??There has yet to be a significant amount of value reset in most portfolios because a lot of mispriced assets aren't trading, which encumbers the liquidity in the market. ??Headwinds facing the capital markets and CRE include tariffs, uncertainty and demand.? ? Bonus advice to professionals earlier on in their careers from our panelists: ? Lex Rickenbaker: "Go an inch wide and a mile deep; become an expert in something."? ? Kennedy Hicks: "Times of disruptions and dislocation are great times to learn. Pay attention to capital stacks and what people are doing. Continue to stay curious and learn."? ? Kevin Lott: "Go into the office and find a mentor."? ? Brandon Houston: "Slow down and take in as much info at each level as possible before rushing on to your next promotion. A promotion comes with more responsibilities and the expectation that you're experienced, so make sure you learn as much as you can."?

While the students are putting together their case presentations for the Annual School Challenge, NAIOP members have been hard at work behind the scenes! From crafting the case prompt and resume books to securing coaches, judges, and industry resources, this team has planned an amazing event. Come hear the students' presentations, and support our NAIOP Georgia members! ? Date: Wednesday, April 16 Time: 3-5pm Presentations | 5-6:30pm Happy Hour Location: JLL | 3344 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 1200 Registration:?https://lnkd.in/e_Ti2_Jq School Challenge Committee: Christine Curry, Selig Enterprises, Inc. Ryan Smith, Trammell Crow Company Emily Holmes, Cousins Properties Devin Barnwell, Brookfield Johanna Patrick, P.E., Bohler Natalie Cascario, Arnall Golden Gregory LLP Tia S., Suddath Workplace Solutions David Haddow, Haddow & Company Jae Robbins, Resource Branding Carolyn Jenson, Vickers Design Group Gregory Boler Jr., KMT Partners LLC

#ATLANTA: Next week, Trimont's Kevin Lott is participating in NAIOP Georgia's 2025 March Breakfast Meeting in a discussion titled "The State of Capital Markets – Perspective from CRE’s Most Active Players." The panel, moderated by Bobby Norwood will also include panelists: Kennedy Hicks, Lex Rickenbaker, and Brandon Houston. Spots are limited! Register here: https://lnkd.in/exNkcfPK

Congratulations to Zach Romano, Chief Operating Officer and Partner at RLCold, on being named to the prestigious NAIOP Research Foundation's 2025-2027 Visionaries Class! Zachary joins an elite group of five rising commercial real estate professionals selected for this exclusive mentorship program. As our Georgia chapter's representative, he'll have the incredible opportunity to work directly with NAIOP Research Foundation Governors, sharing his expertise while gaining valuable industry insights. The Visionaries program connects outstanding professionals like Zach with experienced industry leaders, fostering innovation and fresh perspectives in commercial real estate. Zach and his fellow Visionaries will be formally inducted at NAIOP's National Forums Symposium in New Orleans this May. We're incredibly proud to have him representing NAIOP Georgia in this esteemed program. Join me in congratulating Zach on this well-deserved recognition! #NAIOPGeorgia #CommercialRealEstate #Leadership

Our Annual School Challenge is back for the 32nd?year! This case study competition brings together students from Emory University, Georgia State University, Georgia Institute of Technology, and the The University of Georgia to compete for $5,000 and the coveted School Challenge Shovel. This year, students are analyzing two different Atlanta-area properties and putting together a development plan for their desired site. They will then be defending their plan, budget, and financial analysis. There will be a celebratory happy hour following the students’ presentations. Come cheer on your alma mater! Registration: https://lnkd.in/e_Ti2_Jq

Join us on March 18 for "The State of Capital Markets – Perspective from CRE's Most Active Players." Panelists include: Kennedy Hicks, EVP, Chief Investment Officer, Cousins Properties Kevin Lott, Managing Director, Credit & Asset Management, Trimont Lex Rickenbaker, Managing Director Investments, Affinius Capital Brandon Houston, Managing Director, Trammell Crow Company The breakfast, moderated by Bobby Norwood, Managing Director, JLL Capital Markets, will be held at Cherokee Town and County Club from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/exNkcfPK

What a night! Thank you for attending NAIOP Night at the Fights! We had a fantastic night of fun and networking, and because of each sponsor and attendee, we were able to give $70,000 to Ron Clark Academy! We're already looking forward to next year! What did you most enjoy?

NAIOP Night at the Fights is tomorrow, and we would not be able to have this incredible event without support from our sponsors. Thank you to each of our sponsors: Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC, EQT Real Estate, KMT Partners LLC, Link Logistics, Mixson Properties, Ryan, Bohler, INCO Group, LLC, rand* construction corporation and Resource Branding! Here is a quick reminder of the schedule: 5:30 to 7:30 pm - Cocktail Reception 7:30 to 9:30 pm - Dinner & Boxing in the Ballroom 9:30 to 10:30 pm - The After Party! Valet will be complimentary. We cannot wait to see everyone tomorrow!