Real Estate Finance Association blooms with programing

Boston, MA REFA Emerging Leaders hosted an Executive Insights on March 20^th at Tishman Speyer’s Studio Gather, 125 High St. They heard from the 2024 REFA Gala honoree, Paul Nasser, president, Intercontinental Real Estate Corp. He discussed his upbringing, his career in commercial real estate, and provided key tips for the industry.

REFA Gathers Industry Leaders to Explore Trends and Opportunities in Greater Boston’s Multifamily Market
On May 1^st REFA hosted a panel at Holland & Knight, 10 St. James, Ave., that explored the current landscape for multifamily. Industry experts discussed market trends, emerging challenges, and where they see opportunity in today’s evolving environment. The conversation kicked-off with an informative presentation by Aaron Jodka, director of research, capital markets, Colliers, and then the panel was moderated by Paul Doyle, SVP and market manager, New England, PNC. Panelists included: Patrick Callahan, president, Callahan Construction Managers, Rachel Edwards, vice president of acquisitions and development, Wingate Companies, Ryan McDonough, partner, chief investment officer, Marcus Partners

Lyrik Walking Tour & Networking Reception
Wednesday, May 28^th, 2025, 3:15 – 6:00pm, Lyrik; 1001 Boylston St.
The Lyrik Back Bay, is a destination for work, play, and culture, and a new gateway to the city and a vibrant anchor for the Back Bay neighborhood. Come tour the new building and wrap up the program with a networking reception at citizenM Hotel. Register online at www.refa.org, events tab.

Derivatives 101: Hedging Market Volatility Webinar
Tuesday, June 3^rd, 2025, 12:00 - 1:00pm, Zoom
Amidst the recent interest rate volatility, join the Kensington Capital Advisors team for an introduction to interest rate hedging and derivative products. The webinar will discuss the current underlying economic conditions that are creating the recent interest rate volatility and review the derivative products available to actively manage that interest rate risk. Register online at www.refa.org, events tab.

Save the Date! The 2025 REFA Charitable Golf & Tennis Tournament
Monday, July 28^th, 2025, 10:30am - 7:00pm, Nashawtuc Country Club; 1861 Sudbury Rd., Concord, Mass.
REFA will be teeing off at a new and exciting venue, the beautful, Nashawtuc Country Club! Sponsorships will open soon. Keep an eye out for more information.

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