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Emerson Spartz

Emerson Spartz

CEO

Dose

Marisa Mann

Marisa Mann

Managing Director

Solstice Mobile

Iman Jalali

Iman Jalali

Managing Partner

Bear Peak Capital

Brian Addison

Brian Addison

Director I Brand & People

Avant

Max Meyers

Max Meyers

Principal I CIO

R2 Companies

John Abell

John Abell

Managing Partner

Crayton Advisors

Amy Preston

Amy Preston

Managing Director, Construction & Design

Tishman Speyer

Jerry Nudo

Jerry Nudo

Principal

Marc Realty

Jon E. Runquist II

Jon E. Runquist II

President

Sonoma Construction

Kurt Karnatz

Kurt Karnatz

President

ESD

Scott Kurinsky

Scott Kurinsky

EVP

Bear Construction

Gary Miciunas

Gary Miciunas

Principal I Advisory Services

NELSON

Sara Spicklemire

Sara Spicklemire

SVP & Managing Director

MB Real Estate

Rafael Carreira

Rafael Carreira

EVP

Riverside Investment & Development Company

Enza Parrella

Enza Parrella

Director of Design

Unispace

Ari Klein
Moderator

Ari Klein

Executive Director

Cushman & Wakefield

Michael Yazbec
Moderator

Michael Yazbec

President

JC Anderson

Arie Barendrecht
Opening Remarks

Arie Barendrecht

CEO/Founder

WiredScore

Iman Jalali

Managing Partner

Bear Peak Capital

Iman is responsible for all day-to-day operations of BPC’s portfolio, utilizing his extensive knowledge of operations, budgets, construction and customer service management. Iman resides in Park Ridge, IL and has over 15 years of experience operating businesses in different industries, including IT, transportation and healthcare technology. Iman owns commercial real estate assets in Illinois, which include apartments and retail storefronts.

Jon E. Runquist II

President

Sonoma Construction

Jon Runquist’s commitment to quality construction runs in his blood. He’s the fourth generation in his family to pursue a career in the construction industry. Jon received his degree in Construction Management from Michigan State University and has a range of experience managing industrial, commercial, retail and multi-unit residential projects. At Sonoma Construction, Jon is personally involved in each and every project, starting with the initial executive management overview of all project costs, construction methods and financial controls. He and his staff work together to hand select a team of subcontractors that will best meet a project’s individual needs. Once a project has begun, Jon will follow it every step of the way, delivering regular cost reports and updates until all deadlines are met to the client’s satisfaction.

Kurt Karnatz

President

ESD

For more than 30 years at ESD, Kurt Karnatz has provided leadership in guiding the company in becoming a world-recognized consulting practice. As a strategic leader, consultant and engineer, he has developed long-term relationships with corporate real estate clients in finance, high-tech, medical, energy and beyond, while establishing ESD’s expertise in building sciences, intelligent buildings and smart cities. As President, he works to foster global thinkers who are admired for their innovative approach in creating sustainable solutions. ESD’s teams of professionals focus on solutions that maximize efficiency, reliability, flexibility, longevity and marketability – resulting in competitive advantage and enterprise value for its clients.

Arie Barendrecht

Opening Remarks

WiredScore

Arie Barendrecht is the CEO and Founder of WiredScore, the pioneer behind the international Wired Certification standard that evaluates and distinguishes best-in-class Internet connectivity in commercial buildings. Holding degrees from The Wharton MBA Program and University of California, Berkeley, Arie worked with the Boston Consulting Group prior to founding WiredScore, where he focused on the technology and media industries as a consultant.

Summary

While some may lament the loss of the corner office, many tenants led by the growth of the tech and media sector have embraced the emergence of "Creative Office." Tech Incubators and co-working spaces are revolutionizing the way companies are doing business in the office, and many more traditional companies are following suit and redefining the term office. What are developers/owners providing to entice tenants to their portfolios? What creative tenants most signify this evolution? How is new technology impacting the leasing sector? What is the latest in workplace design & construction?

Venue

515 North State St.
Chicago, IL 60654

Floor: 2nd Floor


Self-parking is available at the North Bridge Self-Park Garage, which is located directly across the street at 10 E Grand Avenue: Two hours at $29 and three hours at $37

Agenda

Time Activity
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
Networking & Continental Breakfast
2:00 PM
2:05 PM
Opening Remarks: Tech Update in Creative Office
2:05 PM
2:40 PM
Design + Construction Panel
2:40 PM
3:20 PM
A New Asset Class: Owner/Developer Panel
3:20 PM
4:00 PM
What Do Tenants Really Want? Tenant Panel
4:00 PM
4:30 PM
Post Game Schmoozing