- NETWORK: Connect with the biggest names in real estate, finance, tech, proptech, life sciences, government and more
- INFLUENCE: Share your firm's drive for innovation with 400+ industry leaders
- LEARN: Hear from real estate experts and visionaries about the latest advancements shaping the future of the industry and New York City
- BUILD YOUR BRAND: Elevate your brand in front of the industry's greatest influencers
- CELEBRATE: Join your fellow innovators at the Innovator Awards Reception, celebrating the most influential organizations and properties revolutionizing New York City
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Innovators Forum
The inaugural Innovators Forum NYC will bring together key players from across real estate, finance, government, technology and emerging industries to discuss trends and share insights driving strategic investments and innovative developments throughout the city. This half-day event will feature dynamic keynote speakers and panel sessions on: the city's investment priorities and opportunities; the rise of "smart" buildings; cutting-edge technology; inclusive growth strategies; development spotlights; the fast-growing industries of biotech and life sciences; and more.
Innovators Awards
Commercial Observer's prestigious Power 100 and Power 50 honorees will vote and select the top innovators across multiple award categories and the conference will conclude with a cocktail reception and “Innovators Awards” ceremony in which an elite selection of New York professionals will be recognized as luminaries impacting the city of today and tomorrow. Additionally, the honorees will be mentioned in editorial coverage following the event.
Who Should Attend
Owners • Developers • Leasing Brokers • Sales Brokers • Lenders • Mortgage Brokers • Technology/Proptech Firms • Law Firms • Accounting Firms • Contractors • Government Officials • Business Leaders • Other Professional Services Firms
Don't miss the chance to network with over 300 industry peers and influencers.
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TESTIMONIALS
“The Commercial Observer’s panels are truly driving the conversation around ‘what’s next’ in real estate. The exchange between panelists consistently reveals new trends and insights into the market. Participating in the conversation and hosting the event has allowed us to engage the industry’s top players like never before.”
- Andrew Kimball, Industry City
“Commercial Observer events are very professionally done and have very relevant attendees. Class act all the way!”
- Paul Vanderslice, CCRE
"I was happy to participate in the Commercial Observer's panel in Midtown South. The event was well attended and the discussion lively and informative; a terrific event."
- Robert Lapidus, L&L Holding Company
"The Commercial Observer’s events have truly become the place to go for understanding what’s happening in New York City’s real estate industry. The panel on Times Square brought together some of the most knowledgeable players giving their insights and providing an excellent distillation of the current market and the future opportunities for the Crossroads of the World.”
- Bill Rudin, Rudin Management Company, Inc.
“I believe in the value of branding and marketing. Commercial Observer has done an excellent job of showcasing our branding at their [event], and they have been a great place to further expose our firm to the marketplace. We have happily partnered with them for years, and proud to align our brand with another great brand like the Commercial Observer.”
- Michael Gerazounis, MG Engineering D.P.C.