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Keynote: Ersal Ozdemir

Ersal Ozdemir
Keynote

Ersal Ozdemir

President & CEO

Keystone Realty Group

Will Follett
Moderator

Will Follett

Senior Producer

Bisnow

Ersal Ozdemir

President & CEO

Keystone Realty Group

As President and CEO of Keystone Construction and Keystone Realty Group, Ersal has made a considerable impact on the Indianapolis community. He brings expertise, leadership, and vision to the companies, igniting a hunger for growth and development.

Ersal graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. He is also a graduate of the Stanley K. Lacy Executive Leadership Class XXVIII.

He speaks to various groups and has been interviewed about a variety of international issues over the years. Some of his hobbies are traveling, spending time with family and friends, playing soccer, playing table tennis, and supporting the local art community.

Ersal is also the Owner of Indy Eleven, Indianapolis’ professional soccer team.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES:

Board of Governors, North American Soccer League, Executive Committee;

Board of Directors, Indiana Chamber of Commerce;

Board of Directors, Indy Chamber, Executive Committee;

Board of Trustees, University of Indianapolis;

Board of Governors, Indianapolis Museum of Art, Secretary and Executive Committee'

Board of Directors, Palladium, Center for the Performing Arts, Executive Committee;

Board of Directors, Greater Indianapolis Progress Committee;

Board of Directors, Children’s Bureau Foundation;

Board of Advisors, Purdue University School of Civil Engineering;

2012 Super Bowl VIP Services Host Committee, Co-Chair;

Board of Directors, Current Publishing, Chairman;

Member, Rotary Club;

Member, American Society of Civil Engineers, Past Treasurer;

Member, National Association of Industrial and Office Properties;

Member, International Council of Shopping Centers, Inc.;

Children’s Bureau, Past Chairman.

Will Follett

Moderator

Bisnow

Will Follett is the Senior Producer for Bisnow's Midwest market, where he oversees content and strategy for 40+ annual programs aimed at connecting and advancing the commercial real estate industry. He previously worked at GovExec, the largest B2G marketing and events platform for public sector leaders.

A New England native turned longtime Midwesterner, he holds a degree in political science from Drake University and lives in Chicago where he enjoys the city's restaurant scene and the occasional triathlon.

Building the Heart of the Midwest

Prominent projects shaping Indy and the implications of their impact

Jay Wasson

Jay Wasson

VP

Purdue University

Adam Thies

Adam Thies

AVP

Indiana University

Matt Isbell

Matt Isbell

President

EnvelopiQ

Heather Richmund

Heather Richmund

Chief Growth Officer

Heapy

Randie Dial
Moderator

Randie Dial

Managing Principal of Office

CLA

Matt Isbell

President

EnvelopiQ

Matt Isbell is the President and Founder of EnvelopiQ, bringing over 20 years of experience in the construction and technology industry. Throughout his career, Matt has been instrumental in designing and implementing technology for some of the largest and most complex projects. For the past decade, he has focused on adopting a user and experience-driven approach to planning and integrating technology within the built environment. His expertise and dedication have positioned him as a leader in the field.

Matt and EnvelopiQ are currently involved in planning and connecting technology in iconic projects across the country. These include the $4.3 billion IU Health Downtown Hospital, OCVIBE in Anaheim, CA, COTA Turn 11 car condos, the $650 million+ Indiana School for the Deaf and Blind, Elanco Animal Health’s new global headquarters, and the Bottleworks District in Indianapolis.

A native of Indianapolis, where EnvelopiQ is headquartered, Matt also oversees an office in Austin, TX. His innovative mindset continues to drive EnvelopiQ’s success and influence in the industry.

Heather Richmund

Chief Growth Officer

Heapy

Heather Richmund brings 35 years of experience in the A|E|C industry to her role as HEAPY’s Chief Growth Officer (CGO). A trusted partner and advocate for clients, Heather leads the firm’s national growth strategy with a focus on developing long-term relationships, aligning services with market needs, and ensuring successful project outcomes.

As CGO, Heather plays a vital role in advancing HEAPY’s mission and vision while exemplifying the firm’s core values. She directs resources toward high-potential opportunities, guides expansion into untapped markets, and drives efforts to broaden HEAPY’s national footprint. As a client advocate, she ensures our growth strategy reflects evolving demands and delivers meaningful value across all regions.

Heather earned a Bachelor of Science in Interiors and is a registered interior designer, having owned and operated her own interior design firm for over a decade. She brings valuable perspective on the intersection of engineering, architecture, and aesthetics – insight that supports HEAPY’s commitment to integrated, client-centered solutions.

Randie Dial

Moderator

CLA

Randie Dial has more than 24 years of experience in providing valuation, forensic accounting and financial modeling services to a variety of publicly-traded and privately-held companies. He performs valuations of businesses and intangible assets for a variety of purposes including financial reporting, tax, merger and acquisitions, private equity investment, and capital budgeting. Randie also works in transactional services such as due diligence.

Randie is also the Managing Principal of the Indiana Practice for CLA. He is committed to the firm's position as a professional services firm that delivers integrated wealth advisory, outsourcing and public accounting capabilities. Randie is also passionate about the CLA Promise, which is about knowing and helping our clients succeed personally and professionally.

Hoosier Partner?

Best Practices for Building the Optimal Project Team

Drew Rosenbarger

Drew Rosenbarger

VP

Milhaus

Derrick Cranor

Derrick Cranor

President

Cityscape Residential

Mike Mattingly

Mike Mattingly

Principal & Co-Founder

Avenue

Rob Martinson

Rob Martinson

President

The Garrett Companies

Jim Martin
Moderator

Jim Martin

VP of Sales

IONX Networks

Jim Martin

Moderator

IONX Networks

As VP of Sales for IONX Networks, Jim Martin leads the CRE, mixed-use and multifamily verticals. With nearly 30 years of experience in enterprise and customer-facing technology, his career spans start-ups to global leaders, all with a focus of driving operational excellence and elevating the guest experience.

Before joining IONX, he co-founded Venue Intelligence, delivering SaaS and PropTech solutions for major venues and live events. He has deep expertise in wireless solutions for commercial real estate, serving as VP at Airwavz Solutions and spending over a decade at Simon Property Group, where he introduced WiFi and managed DAS networks across 200+ properties worldwide. Jim also led the deployment of Simon’s mobile security reporting platform, streamlining operations across thousands of devices and millions of labor hours.

Why You Can't Miss This Event

You'll Learn About:

  1. Construction and Collaboration

    • Best Practices for Working Together Across the Project Timeline

  2. Repositioning, Adaptive Reuse, and Conversions

    • Developing an internal branding strategy for both the organization and individual properties.

  3. Project Financing and Capital Trends

    • The market moves and money makers shaping recent projects

  4. Policy and Politics

    • From tariffs and labor to taxes and financing, what's driving (and impeding) ongoing efforts?

  5. Geographic Limitations and Demographic Opportunities

    • How has Indianapolis development been shaped by changes in population, job growth, and internal and external investment?

How You’ll Do More Business:

Bisnow’s Indianapolis Construction and Development event explores the collaboration and best practices required to see the city’s largest commercial real estate projects reach the finish line. Through networking and discussion, we’ll tackle everything from how the latest GC’s are adapting to pricing challenges to where developers should start when building the project team. Join us as we take a closer look at what lies ahead for the city’s skyline and the partnerships reshaping it.

Who You'll Network With At This Event: Owners, developers, investors, brokers, business consultants, architects, engineers, designers,  lawyers, accountants, bankers and city and government officials.

Why You Should Attend This Program: 

Bisnow events convene the biggest power players in the industry to help you grow your business across a complex market. With engaging discussions, exclusive networking opportunities, and the largest and most equipped audience in the field, Bisnow’s unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of the market makes attendance a value add for any CRE professional. 

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Reach out to customerservice@bisnow.com for customer support. For questions, recommendations, comments or press inquiries please email our Midwest event producer Will Follett at will.follett@bisnow.com. To request disability-related accommodations, please contact janet.fernandez@bisnow.com no later than seven business days prior to the event.

Agenda

Time Activity
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Breakfast and Networking
1:00 PM
1:30 PM
Keynote: Ersal Ozdemir
1:30 PM
2:15 PM
Building the Heart of the Midwest

Prominent projects shaping Indy and the implications of their impact

2:15 PM
3:00 PM
Hoosier Partner?

Best Practices for Building the Optimal Project Team

3:00 PM
3:30 PM
Closing Networking

Sponsors

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