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Don’t miss what’s next: RE&FA’s upcoming events and programs

RE&FA has been hard at work behind the scenes building a dynamic and thoughtful lineup of events, programs, and panels for the year ahead. From timely industry discussions to signature networking opportunities, our committees have been collaborating to deliver meaningful content for our members and the broader commercial real estate community. We’re excited to share this upcoming slate of programs - with even more announcements on the horizon as we continue to expand our calendar.

Upcoming Events & Programs:

April 29

Fireside Chat with Paul Marcus - 

SOLD OUT 

12:00 -1:15pm 

PwC; 101 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA

April 30

Rent Control Ballot Question 

Town Hall Webinar

 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Zoom 

Must be a GBREB member to attend.

May 20

Data Centers Panel

12:00 – 1:15pm

The Retreat, 225 Franklin St., Boston

June 23

Senior Housing Panel

12:00 – 1:15pm | 

Holland & Knight; 

10 St James Ave # 1200, Boston, MA

July 27

Charitable Golf & Tennis Tournament

Dedham Country and Polo Club; 

124 Country Club Rd, Dedham, MA

Learn more and register online at www.refa.org, under the Events section of the website.

Interested in how RE&FA curates its upcoming programs or looking for a way to get involved? Our committees play a key role in shaping our events and initiatives. Explore the opportunities below to get engaged:

Annual Events Committee - Plans and executes RE&FA’s flagship programs, including the Annual Forecasting Luncheon, from concept through content and speaker coordination

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee - Advances RE&FA’s commitment to inclusion by shaping programming, policies, and best practices that foster a more diverse and equitable membership

Emerging Leaders Committee - Develops leadership-focused programming, networking events, and community service initiatives for rising professionals in the industry

Golf Committee - Organizes RE&FA’s Annual Charitable Golf Tournament, overseeing event planning, sponsorship development, and outreach efforts

Innovation Committee - Explores proptech, sustainability, and data-driven solutions to deliver forward-thinking insights that support smarter business decisions

Membership Committee - Drives member growth and engagement by leading recruitment, retention, and outreach initiatives

Mentor Program - Connects Emerging Leaders with senior industry professionals for a yearlong mentorship focused on career guidance, knowledge sharing, and professional development

Programs Committee - Curates and delivers RE&FA’s annual slate of educational programs by identifying relevant topics, securing speakers, and supporting content and promotion

To learn more about RE&FA, including membership, events, and ways to get involved, please visit us at www.refa.org. Follow RE&FA’s LinkedIn, X, and Instagram @REFABoston.

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