The commercial real estate industry will gather in New York City on December 3rd for GreenPearl’s inaugural MULTIFAMILY INVESTMENT SUMMIT, the nation’s new and exciting conference for multifamily investors, owners, developers, brokers, lenders, architects, loan workout specialists and others in the field. Don’t miss the event of the year for the multifamily sector! MULTIFAMILY INVESTMENT SUMMIT will bring together a diverse group of investors, ranging from high-net worth to institutional fund managers. Hear from a myriad of real estate investors who will paint the picture for 2010, and the opportunities likely to unfold in terms of distressed and alternative buying opportunities. ING CLARION, PRAEDIUM GROUP, AREA PROPERTY PARTNERS, APARTMENT REALTY ADVISORS, CB RICHARD ELLIS INVESTORS, FANNIE MAE, FREDDIE MAC, MASSEY KNAKAL, ARGO CORPORATION are just some of the names you will hear from on December 3rd at MULTIFAMILY INVESTMENT SUMMIT. We look forward to seeing you!

Agenda to include:

  • The U.S. & Regional Economies: Recession, recovery & rebound
  • Emerging New York City Neighborhoods: Where are investors & developers finding “under the radar” deals?
  • Multifamily in the Tri-State Region: Exploring new opportunities in New Jersey, Long Island, Westchester & Fairfield counties
  • Architecture: Innovations in multifamily design
  • The “Workout Panel”: Analysis and review of emerging lending sources, the role of special servicers and proactive steps to take in today’s
    climate
  • Stabilized & Traditional Buildings: Are stabilized buildings preferable for owners and investors who seek steady returns in today’s environment?
  • The Future of Fannie & Freddie: Will the GSEs remain active in multifamily?
  • Multifamily Investment Opportunities in a Brave New World: Where are the buying opportunities, and how will the lack of debt capital continue to impact values?
  • High-End & Luxury Buildings: Are profits at stake in a low-leverage environment?
  • REITS: Exploring the play of REITs in today’s multifamily sector
  • Politics, Recession, Rent Stabilization: What are the political forces, and legislation, at play in New York City that could impact real estate?
  • Multifamily Investment Alternatives: Often considered niches of multifamily, are student housing and seniors housing recession-safe bets?

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    Matthew M. Baron
    Principal
    SIMON DEVELOPMENT GROUP

    Mr. Baron is a Principal at SIMON DEVELOPMENT GROUP where he oversees all activities related to acquisitions, financing, capital raising, development and management. Previously, Mr. Baron was a Vice President at Pergolis Swartz Associates where he was involved in both sourcing and structuring debt and equity for real estate transactions. Mr. Baron has substantial experience in the financial valuation and structuring of real estate transactions and has worked on transactions across a broad range of property types. In addition, Mr. Baron has also raised capital for traditional lending institutions, as well as for private funds.

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    Mason Sleeper
    Principal
    THE PRAEDIUM GROUP

    Mason Sleeper joined The Praedium Group in 2008 and is responsible for sourcing mezzanine and debt investments and expanding the Firm’s reach in the credit markets. Prior to joining The Praedium Group, Mr. Sleeper served as a Managing Director in the Real Estate Finance group at Credit Suisse, handling the structuring and origination of large real estate mortgage and mezzanine loans, as well as equity and preferred equity investments. Mr. Sleeper oversaw the workout and liquidation of a real estate portfolio originated by CSFB’s prior securitization group valued at nearly $10 billion.

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    Gary Kachadurian
    Chairman
    APARTMENT REALTY ADVISORS

    Gary Kachadurian has over 25 years of real estate experience specializing in land and asset acquisition, construction, development, financing, and management. He was named Chairman of the Board of ARA in 2007. Prior to joining ARA, Gary was a Partner at McCaffery Interests where he was involved in the development of retail and residential mixed-use properties. He was also a senior member of the Policy Committee of RREEF, a leading pension fund advisor, in addition to being a member of RREEF’s Investment Committee for 14 years.

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    Tim Wang, PhD.
    Vice President
    Research & Investment Strategy
    ING CLARION

    Tim Wang, Ph.D. is a Vice President and Senior Investment Strategist at ING Clarion. He joined the firm in 2006 and helps manage $38 billion commercial real estate investment including private equity real estate, public REITs, and distressed debt. Prior to ING Clarion, he worked at Federal Home Loan Bank of New York (FHLBNY). Tim holds an MBA from New York University and a Ph.D. from University of Georgia.

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    Kevin Davis
    Partner
    AREA PROPERTY PARTNERS

    Kevin Davis is a Partner at AREA Property Partners and is responsible for new investments and investment management. Prior to joining AREA in 2004, Mr. Davis was a member of the Acquisitions Group of Vornado Realty Trust and prior to that he worked at Secured Capital. Mr. Davis holds a Bachelor of Science from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. AREA has overseen the investment of multiple real estate funds and joint ventures, through which it has invested over $9 billion in more than 465 transactions with an aggregate value in excess of $40 billion.

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    Peter Von Der Ahe
    Vice President, Investments, National MultiHousing Group
    MARCUS & MILLICHAP

    Peter Von Der Ahe is one of the top New York City investment sales brokers, closing between $2 million and $20 million in the past year. In the past 12 months, 51% of Mr. Von Der Ahe’s transactions involved buyers in 1031 exchanges. In addition, he maintains a career average of closing transactions within 97% of listing price, including more than $650 Million List/Sold in 2008. Mr. Von Der Ahe was selected for Commercial Broker All-Star Awards in 2006, 2007, 2008, & 2009

    For speaking opportunities at this or other GreenPearl Events, please contact:

    Brian Klebash
    Director of Events
    GreenPearl Events
    Brian@GreenPearl.com
    646.862.9391

    For information about sponsoring, exhibiting or advertising, please contact:

    Paula Bartelli
    Sponsorship Director
    GreenPearl Events
    Paula@GreenPearl.com
    917.653.4505

    We are grateful to the following sponsors and exhibitors for making the DISTRESSED REAL ESTATE SUMMIT possible:

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