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Posted: August 28, 2026
Mark your calendar: RE&FA’s biggest fall events are coming
RE&FA Emerging Leaders Annual Panel & Reception: The Future of Work: AI, Office, and the Investment Firm of Tomorrow
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
4:00 – 7:00pm at The Retreat, 225 Franklin St., Boston
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way businesses operate, and commercial real estate is no exception. RE&FA’s Emerging Leaders and Innovation Committees are bringing together experts to explore how AI is transforming both the investment and demand sides of commercial real estate.
The panel will feature Prasan Kale, CEO & co-founder of Outcome Labs; Levi Reilly, partner, head of development at Marcus Partners; and Christina Tong, senior economist at CBRE. Attendees will hear original CBRE research on AI’s implications for office demand, alongside perspectives from a CRE-focused AI platform and an investment firm putting these tools to work today.
RE&FA Seaport Retail Walking Tour & Networking Hour
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
4:30 – 6:30pm at Stubby’s, 43 Northern Ave., Boston
Join RE&FA and WS Development for an exclusive walking tour of the city’s Seaport and discover how one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods has evolved into a premier destination for retail, dining, entertainment, and community. Led and sponsored by WS Development, this behind-the-scenes tour will showcase the continued transformation of the Seaport, highlighting new developments, retail offerings, public spaces, and the vision behind creating a vibrant, walkable neighborhood.
Following the tour, join fellow RE&FA members and industry professionals for a Networking Hour at a nearby bar, featuring drinks and appetizers. Come explore the Seaport, learn from the team behind its transformation, and connect with colleagues along the way!
RE&FA 38th Annual Gala
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
5:30 – 8:30pm at OmniBoston Hotel at the Seaport; 450 Summer St., Boston
RE&FA’s premier event of the year brings together more than 500 commercial real estate professionals for an evening of networking and celebration as we honor the recipient of the 2026 Swain Distinguished Service Award. The evening features two networking receptions, dinner, and the Awards Program.
This year, they are proud to recognize Robert Griffin, Jr., co-head of U.S. Capital Markets at Newmark, as the 2026 Swain Distinguished Service Award honoree.
Sponsorship opportunities will be announced soon. To learn more about the event, visit www.annualrefagala.com/home.html.
Learn more and register online at www.refa.org, under the Events section of the website.
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