REAL Professionals Network

REAL Professionals Network REAL Professionals is now in 11 cities across the country and accepting nominations for CRE Professionals in all southeast and southwest cities.

Real Professionals Network (RPN) is the business that organizes and
manages facilitated mastermind groups composed of experienced commercial real estate, development, design and construction professionals that share market intelligence, new business opportunities and the terms and conditions of recently completed projects. RPN holds meetings in GA, TX, AL, FL, NC, PA, NJ, NYC and Washington DC.

Washington DC CRE professionals gathered for another outstanding discussion as we explored the latest market trends shap...
06/18/2026

Washington DC CRE professionals gathered for another outstanding discussion as we explored the latest market trends shaping the region and the opportunities and challenges ahead.

A special thank you to Melina Duggal with CoStar Group for delivering an insightful and data-driven presentation on the Washington DC commercial real estate market. Melina highlighted several key trends, including the impact of federal workforce reductions on regional employment, the continued strength of growth corridors such as Loudoun and Prince William Counties, evolving multifamily fundamentals, and the ongoing challenges facing the office sector. Despite near-term economic headwinds, long-term population growth and continued investment in key sectors provide reasons for cautious optimism.

We would also like to thank Industrious for their continued hospitality and for providing an excellent venue for our discussions.

Most importantly, thank you to our Members and guests whose engagement, market intelligence, and thoughtful perspectives continue to make these meetings so valuable. The robust dialogue and willingness to share insights from across the industry are what make the REAL Professionals Network community such a powerful resource.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our June REAL Professionals Network Pittsburgh meeting!Special thanks to M...
06/16/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our June REAL Professionals Network Pittsburgh meeting!

Special thanks to Michael Connor with Hanna CRE Pittsburgh for his continued leadership as our Roundtable Chair and for helping facilitate another engaging and insightful discussion. We also want to thank Chris Stoffan and the team at Metz Lewis Brodman Must O’Keefe for their generous hospitality and for providing a great venue for our meetings.

With so many industry conferences, networking events, and competing commitments taking place this time of year, it was especially encouraging to see such a strong turnout of Members and guests. The diverse perspectives around the table led to a robust conversation covering market activity, project updates, emerging challenges, and opportunities across the Pittsburgh commercial real estate landscape.

The value of these meetings continues to come from the willingness of our Members and guests to openly share insights, experiences, and market intelligence. Thank you to everyone who contributed to another informative and productive discussion.

We look forward to seeing everyone at our next Pittsburgh meeting!

Great discussion and market insight at this month’s REAL Professionals Network Nashville meeting!A special thank you to ...
06/15/2026

Great discussion and market insight at this month’s REAL Professionals Network Nashville meeting!

A special thank you to John Posenecker of Terracon for delivering an interesting and informative presentation on the trends shaping Nashville’s commercial real estate market. We also extend our appreciation to Richard Warren of Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP for his continued leadership, support, and hospitality as our Meeting Champion and Host.

Key themes from the discussion included:

🏗️ Nashville remains resilient and attractive to investors despite higher interest rates and construction costs, with continued confidence driven by downtown development, infrastructure investment, and the upcoming Super Bowl.

🏢 Industrial development remains active, while multifamily projects continue to face financing challenges as developers wait for improved capital market conditions.

⚡ Data centers remain a hot topic, with increasing regulatory scrutiny around utility capacity, noise, zoning, and community impacts, creating an ongoing debate between technological growth and development restrictions.

🏠 Affordable housing and select acquisitions are moving forward, while significant capital remains on the sidelines waiting for greater clarity on interest rate policy.

🌞 Solar, retail refinances, and multi-site transactions are accelerating, with many firms reporting a surge in activity ahead of quarter-end deadlines.

🎓 Workforce development emerged as a major concern, as the construction industry prepares for a significant wave of retirements and seeks new pathways to attract talent into the skilled trades.

📈 Education, healthcare, and public-sector development projects are showing increased activity, providing additional opportunities across the region.

🌎 Nashville continues to attract national and international attention, reinforced by major events, population growth, strong quality of life, and a reputation as one of the most desirable markets in the country.

Thank you to all of our members and guests for contributing to another engaging and insightful discussion on the opportunities and challenges shaping Middle Tennessee’s future.

The Triangle continues to prove why it remains one of the most closely watched commercial real estate markets in the cou...
06/12/2026

The Triangle continues to prove why it remains one of the most closely watched commercial real estate markets in the country!

Thank you to Nick Leverett with CoStar Group for providing an outstanding market update on the Raleigh-Durham region. Nick shared valuable insights on the area's nation-leading population growth, multifamily and industrial market trends, vacancy and rent forecasts, investment activity, and the continued impact of life sciences and advanced manufacturing investments on the Triangle's economy.

Key themes included:
✔ Raleigh's position as the fastest-growing major market in the U.S.
✔ Strong long-term economic fundamentals driven by job and population growth
✔ Multifamily supply beginning to slow after a period of record deliveries
✔ Industrial demand remaining healthy despite rising vacancies
✔ Continued investment from major pharmaceutical and manufacturing employers

A special thank you to Eric Vernon and the team at Wyrick Robbins for their continued leadership, support, and hospitality in hosting our Raleigh chapter meetings. Your commitment helps create an environment where meaningful conversations, market intelligence, and valuable relationships continue to flourish.

Thank you to all of our members and guests for contributing to another engaging discussion on the trends shaping commercial real estate across the Triangle and beyond.

Northern New Jersey Chapter June Meeting!Northern New Jersey CRE Market Outlook: Multifamily Fundamentals Stronger Than ...
06/04/2026

Northern New Jersey Chapter June Meeting!

Northern New Jersey CRE Market Outlook: Multifamily Fundamentals Stronger Than Expected

A big thank you to Paul Fiorilla with Yardi Matrix for delivering an insightful and data-driven look at the multifamily housing market and the trends shaping the commercial real estate landscape.

As always, we appreciate our meeting Champion and Host Dresdner Robin for your continued leadership and hospitality!

Another Outstanding REAL Professionals Network Milwaukee Chapter Meeting!A sincere thank you to Jason Stein with Wiscons...
06/03/2026

Another Outstanding REAL Professionals Network Milwaukee Chapter Meeting!

A sincere thank you to Jason Stein with Wisconsin Policy Forum for an incredibly informative presentation on the growing impact of data centers across Wisconsin. Jason provided valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges surrounding energy demand, water usage, infrastructure investment, economic development incentives, and the evolving regulatory landscape. His presentation sparked thoughtful discussion and offered a deeper understanding of one of the fastest-growing sectors influencing commercial real estate and community development today.

A special thank you to our Meeting Champion, Jim Dash with Carlson Dash, for his continued leadership and commitment to the Milwaukee Chapter. We also greatly appreciate Aaron Davis and the team at Plunkett Raysich Architects for serving as our meeting host and for their ongoing hospitality and support of the group.

The strength of REAL Professionals Network comes from the expertise, engagement, and collaboration of members and guests who bring diverse perspectives to the table.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for another great discussion and networking opportunity!

A Great Discussion on the Future of Center City Philadelphia!A big thank you to Clint Randall with Center City District ...
06/03/2026

A Great Discussion on the Future of Center City Philadelphia!

A big thank you to Clint Randall with Center City District for delivering an incredibly informative presentation on the State of Center City Philadelphia 2026. Clint's insights into Center City's economic impact, office market trends, residential growth, public realm investments, retail activity, and transit connectivity sparked thoughtful questions and engaging discussion among our members.

Key themes included the continued importance of Center City as Philadelphia's economic engine, the role of office-to-residential conversions, ongoing revitalization efforts in Market East, and the investments being made to strengthen Philadelphia's position as a premier destination for business, culture, and innovation.

Special thanks to our Meeting Champions and Hosts, Bart Mellits and Sara McCormick with Ballard Spahr, for their continued leadership, support, and hospitality. We appreciate all they do to help make our Philadelphia Chapter a valuable forum for sharing market intelligence and building meaningful industry relationships.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to another outstanding discussion with commercial real estate professionals from across the region.

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Great discussion at our May REAL Professionals Network Greenville Chapter meeting!A huge thank you to Blake Fine with JL...
05/20/2026

Great discussion at our May REAL Professionals Network Greenville Chapter meeting!

A huge thank you to Blake Fine with JLL for an incredibly informative and engaging presentation on where Greenville CRE stands in 2026—covering capital markets, investment trends, population growth, manufacturing strength, and what’s ahead for the Upstate market. Lots of great insight and conversation around navigating the signals vs. the noise in today’s evolving CRE landscape.

Special thanks to our gracious Meeting Host, Wyche, P.A., for their continued hospitality and support of the Greenville Chapter, and to our outstanding Roundtable Chair, Josh Workman with Tax Credit Marketplace, for keeping the conversation moving and fostering another strong exchange of market intelligence.

That’s what makes this group so valuable—great people, meaningful connections, and timely commercial real estate insight.

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