30th Annual REIT Symposium - REITs in the Age of AI

<p><span class="p-body">We are proud to celebrate the <b>30th Annual REIT Symposium</b>, a milestone gathering of the industry’s most influential public real estate leaders, institutional investors, investment bankers, and innovators.</span></p> <p><span class="p-body">Hosted by the NYU SPS Schack Institute of Real Estate, the REIT Symposium has become one of the nation’s leading forums for forward-looking dialogue on public real estate markets.</span></p> <p><span class="p-body">This year’s theme, <b>REITs in the Age of AI</b>, examines how artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and evolving macroeconomic forces are reshaping the REIT landscape.</span></p> <p><span class="p-body">Attendees will gain insights on:</span></p> <ul class='p-list'> <li><span class="p-body">The macroeconomic outlook and capital markets environment</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">M&amp;A activity and consolidation trends</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">The impact of interest rate shifts on public valuations</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">NAV spreads and public/private arbitrage opportunities</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Governance evolution and shareholder activism</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">AI-driven transformation across asset management, operations, and underwriting</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Sector-level fundamentals and regional investment strategy</span></li> </ul> <p><span class="p-body">The Symposium concludes with a spotlight on the <b>NYU SPS REIT Securities Investment Fund</b>, Schack’s student-managed investment vehicle — underscoring our commitment to developing the next generation of REIT leadership.</span></p>

<p>The 30th Annual REIT Symposium convenes senior executives from publicly traded REITs, global investment banks, institutional investors, and advisory firms. Speakers represent leadership across sectors including:</p>

<p><b>Kenneth F. Bernstein</b><br> President &amp; Chief Executive Officer — Acadia Realty Trust</p> <p><b>Debra A. Cafaro</b><br> Chairman &amp; Chief Executive Officer — Ventas</p> <p><b>Christina Chiu</b><br> President — Empire State Realty Trust</p> <p><b>Colin Connolly</b><br> President &amp; Chief Executive Officer — Cousins Properties</p> <p><b>Jeffrey J. Donnelly</b><br> Chief Executive Officer — DiamondRock Hospitality</p> <p><b>Brian T. Finnegan</b><br> Chief Executive Officer &amp; President — Brixmor Property Group</p> <p><b>Adaire Fox-Martin</b><br> Chief Executive Officer &amp; President — Equinix</p> <p><b>Conor Flynn</b><br> Chief Executive Officer — Kimco Realty</p> <p><b>Thomas A. Grier</b><br> Managing Director &amp; Global Head of Real Estate — J.P. Morgan Securities</p> <p><b>Ronald L. Havner, Jr.</b><br> Chairman of the Board — Public Storage</p> <p><b>Jackson Hsieh</b><br> President &amp; Chief Executive Officer — Macerich</p> <p><b>Mary Hogan Preusse</b><br> Senior Advisor — Fifth Wall</p> <p><b>Jeffrey D. Horowitz</b><br> Global Chair of Real Estate, Gaming &amp; Lodging Investment Banking — BofA Securities</p> <p><b>Andy Jonas</b><br> Global Co-Head of Real Estate Investment Banking — Goldman Sachs</p> <p><b>Tammy K. Jones</b><br> Co-Founder &amp; Chief Executive Officer — Basis Investment Group</p> <p><b>John A. Kite</b><br> Chairman &amp; Chief Executive Officer — Kite Realty Group</p> <p><b>Angela Kleiman</b><br> President &amp; Chief Executive Officer — Essex Property Trust</p> <p><b>Cedrik Lachance</b><br> Director of Research — Green Street</p> <p><b>Bill Lenehan</b><br> Chief Executive Officer — Four Corners Property Trust</p> <p><b>Marshall A. Loeb</b><br> Chief Executive Officer — EastGroup Properties</p> <p><b>Matthew Lustig</b><br> Chairman of Investment Banking, North America; Head of Real Estate &amp; Lodging — Lazard</p> <p><b>Joe Margolis</b><br> Chief Executive Officer — Extra Space Storage</p> <p><b>David O’Reilly</b><br> Chief Executive Officer — Howard Hughes Holdings</p> <p><b>Adam Portnoy</b><br> President &amp; Chief Executive Officer — The RMR Group</p> <p><b>Andy Power</b><br> President &amp; Chief Executive Officer — Digital Realty</p> <p><b>Brendan Wallace</b><br> Chief Executive Officer &amp; Chief Investment Officer — Fifth Wall</p> <p><b>Stephen Yalof</b><br> President &amp; Chief Executive Officer — Tanger</p> <p><b>Charles D. Young</b><br> Chief Executive Officer — Sun Communities</p>

<p><ul class='p-list'> <li><span class="p-body">Engage directly with C-suite REIT executives</span></li> <li>Hear unfiltered capital markets perspectives</li> <li><span class="p-body">Connect with institutional investors and advisors</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Network with alumni, students, and industry partners</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Gain forward-looking insight into how AI is redefining real estate strategy</span></li> </ul> </p>

<p><span class="p-body">The REIT Symposium provides premier brand visibility before, during, and after the event while directly supporting scholarship and academic programming at the NYU SPS Schack Institute of Real Estate. Funds raised through sponsorship help expand access to education and support both graduate and undergraduate students preparing to lead the next era of the industry</span></p> <p><span class="p-body"><span class="p-body-large-bold"><a href="#">Download Form Here</a></span></span></p> <p><span class="p-body"><b><span class="p-body-large">2026 Sponsorship Levels</span></b></span></p> <p><span class="p-body"><b>Platinum Sponsor – $50,000</b></span></p> <ul class='p-list'> <li><span class="p-body">Premier logo placement on all marketing materials, website, and onsite signage</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Podium recognition during opening and closing remarks</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Opportunity for senior executive participation (subject to program availability)</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">10 complimentary event registrations with priority seating</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Dedicated sponsor spotlight in pre-event email marketing</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Prominent logo placement on step-and-repeat and event backdrop</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Inclusion in post-event recap communications</span></li> </ul> <p><span class="p-body"><b>Gold Sponsor – $25,000</b></span></p> <ul class='p-list'> <li><span class="p-body">Prominent logo placement on website and event signage</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Verbal recognition during program</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">8 complimentary registrations with reserved seating</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Logo inclusion in email campaigns</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Recognition in printed/digital program</span></li> </ul> <p><span class="p-body"><b>Silver Sponsor – $15,000</b></span></p> <ul class='p-list'> <li><span class="p-body">Logo placement on website and event materials</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">5 complimentary registrations</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Recognition in program materials</span></li> </ul> <p><span class="p-body"><b>Bronze Sponsor – $10,000</b></span></p> <ul class='p-list'> <li><span class="p-body">Logo listing on website</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">3 complimentary registrations</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">Recognition in program materials</span></li> </ul> <p><span class="p-body"><b>Supporting Sponsor – $5,000</b></span></p> <ul class='p-list'> <li><span class="p-body">Name listing on website</span></li> <li><span class="p-body">2 complimentary registrations</span></li> </ul> <p><span class="p-body">Become a Sponsor</span></p> <p><span class="p-body">Sponsorship is more than brand exposure, it is an investment in the future of the industry.</span></p> <p><span class="p-body">To receive the 2026 Sponsorship Prospectus, please contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:schack.conference@nyu.edu" target="_blank">schack.conference@nyu.edu</a></span></p>