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Los Angeles CRE State of the Market Conference

Exploring LA’s Investment & Development Outlook, Opportunities On The Horizon for Studios, Office, Multifamily, Mixed-Use, Retail, Hospitality, Industrial, & New Administrations Impact on The Market

Event Ended On: Wednesday October 8 2025

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Events Raw Space

The Lot at Formosa

The Lot at Formosa is a historic studio campus and premier event destination in West Hollywood. Spanning 11 acres, the property features seven sound stages, flexible production and event spaces, private courtyards, and a rooftop terrace with sweeping views. The campus also offers a dedicated cyc wall ideal for photoshoots and video productions, along with on-site production support, catering services, base camp and ample parking. Combining Hollywood legacy with modern amenities, The Lot at Formosa is designed to accommodate events, shoots, and productions of all sizes.

Speakers and Panels

Keynote

The Volatile State of American Politics & Its Impact on Real Estate

Ethan Penner
Keynote

Ethan Penner

CEO, Mosaic Real Estate Investors

Inside the Capital Stack

Structuring Deals, Securing Financing & Navigating Capital Markets Across Mixed-Use, Office, Retail & Multifamily Assets

Kate Bassett

Kate Bassett

Director, Portfolio Management, Invesco

Neville Rhone

Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Arc Capital Partners
Tang Tang

Tang Tang

Managing Director, Head of Capital Markets, Cottonwood Group

From Ashes To Opportunity

Rebuilding Communities, Restoring Housing & Strengthening Resilience After Wildfires & Addressing Multifamily Demand

Rick Cole

Rick Cole

Councilmember, City of Pasadena
Jason Keller

Jason Keller

Managing Director & Assistant Portfolio Manager, Oaktree Capital Management
Devang Shah

Devang Shah

Principal, Genesis Builders (and Managing Director, Cityview)
Ben Stapleton

Ben Stapleton

Executive Director, U.S. Green Building Council, California
Nicole Mihalka
Moderator

Nicole Mihalka

SVP, CBRE

Emerging Investment Opportunities

Sourcing Deals, Acquisition Strategies & Targeting High-Growth Sectors Across Office, Studios, Retail, Multifamily Housing & More

Daniel Mense

Daniel Mense

President, KH Equities
James Nelson

James Nelson

Principal, Head of U.S. Investment Sales, Avison Young
Mike Smith

Mike Smith

Managing Director, Northmarq

Policy, Regulation & Community Impact

Navigating Entitlement Challenges, Zoning Reform & Equitable Development in LA

Kevin Keller

Kevin Keller

Executive Officer, LA City Planning

Mega Events & Market Momentum

Building Long-Term Value in the Hospitality Sector & Preparing For The Super Bowl, World Cup & Olympics

Doane Liu

Doane Liu

Chief Tourism Officer, City of Los Angeles
Kevin Rieger

Kevin Rieger

SVP, Real Estate Development, AEG Worldwide (Anschutz Entertainment Group)
Kathryn Schloessman

Kathryn Schloessman

President & CEO, Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission
Laura Biery

Laura Biery

Director of Economic Development, City of West Hollywood

Community-Centered Real Estate & The Power of Placemaking

Reimagining Urban Living, Mixed-Use Development & Acquisitions

Raul Tamez

Raul Tamez

Senior Director of Development, Greystar
William Lowery

William Lowery

President, Talo Management Group
John Santry

John Santry

SVP, Development, Ledcor Development

Remarks From the Podium

Networking at This Event

At Bisnow, networking is built into every part of the day, alongside our speaker panels and market discussions.

Your ticket includes over 3 hours of dedicated networking time woven throughout the day, including:

  • Breakfast & Coffee to kick off conversations before sessions begin
  • Mid-morning and lunch breaks designed for making new connections in a relaxed setting
  • Afternoon networking sessions to follow up with peers, swap contacts, and talk deals

You’ll connect with 300+ of Los Angeles’ leading developers, investors, owners, brokers, architects, contractors, city officials, and capital providers — all in one room. Whether you’re sourcing new opportunities, exploring partnerships, or building long-term client relationships, this is where LA’s CRE leaders meet to do business.

 

Venue

The Lot at Formosa
1041 N. Formosa Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90046

 

Stage 5 & 6


Parking Information:

1000 N. Formosa Ave. West Hollywood, CA 90046 (Lot C - entrance on Romaine St.)

$19.00

Please have ID ready at gate entrance 

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Agenda

Time Activity
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
Networking, Breakfast & Coffee
9:00 AM
9:05 AM
Welcoming Remarks
The Lot at Formosa Team
9:05 AM
9:25 AM
Keynote
Ethan Penner, CEO, Mosaic Real Estate Investors: The Volatile State of American Politics and Its Impact on Real Estate
9:25 AM
10:05 AM
Inside the Capital Stack
Structuring Deals, Securing Financing & Navigating Capital Markets Across Mixed-Use, Office, Retail & Multifamily Assets
10:05 AM
10:45 AM
From Ashes To Opportunity
Rebuilding Communities, Restoring Housing & Strengthening Resilience After Wildfires & Addressing Multifamily Demand
10:45 AM
11:15 AM
Networking Break
11:15 AM
11:20 AM
Remarks From The Podium
CTI
11:20 AM
12:00 PM
Emerging Investment Opportunities
Sourcing Deals, Acquisition Strategies & Targeting High-Growth Sectors Across Office, Studios, Retail, Multifamily Housing & More
12:00 PM
12:40 PM
Policy, Regulation & Community Impact
Navigating Entitlement Challenges, Zoning Reform & Equitable Development in LA
12:40 PM
1:25 PM
Networking & Lunch
Site Tours Available
1:25 PM
1:30 PM
Remarks From The Podium
Crimson IT
1:30 PM
2:10 PM
Mega Events & Market Momentum
Building Long-Term Value in the Hospitality Sector & Preparing For The Super Bowl, World Cup & Olympics
2:10 PM
2:50 PM
Community-Centered Real Estate & The Power of Placemaking
Reimagining Urban Living, Mixed-Use Development & Acquisitions
2:50 PM
4:00 PM
More Networking & Cocktail Hour!
Site Tours Available

Why You Won't Want To Miss This Conference:

What You'll Learn: 

Join industry leaders and experts as we dive into the most critical trends shaping Los Angeles commercial real estate across multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, retail, office and industrial:

  • Master Policy & Regulation: Navigate complex entitlement challenges, zoning reforms, and explore pathways to equitable, community-focused development within Los Angeles CRE. 
  • Adapt to Global Trade Impacts: Understand how tariffs and shifting trade policies are reshaping the markets, supply chains, investment strategies in LA, and industrial and logistics across LA ports. 
  • Discover Emerging Investment Opportunities: Identify high-growth sectors and key market drivers throughout Los Angeles that fueling demand for multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, retail, office and industrial. 
  • Prepare for Mega Events: Explore how the 2026 World Cup, 2027 Super Bowl, and 2028 Olympics will drive real estate demand, infrastructure investments, and urban transformation.
  • Rebuild with Purpose: Learn innovative approaches to meet the rising demand for multifamily housing and rebuild resilient communities after the Los Angeles wildfires. 
  • Unlock the Power of Placemaking: See how mixed-use developments, enhanced mobility, transit-oriented development, and community-driven design are creating vibrant, walkable neighborhoods throughout LA. 

 

How You'll Do More Business From Attending This CRE Event: Join us to learn about the major multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, retail, office and industrial developments throughout the Los Angeles region and how these projects are impacting the commercial real estate scene. Learn from our participating panelists about the emerging opportunities throughout Los Angeles, the top reasons to invest in LA and how industry leaders are predicting for the year ahead.

 

Why You Should Attend This Session: Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to identify opportunities, build your network and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than us.

 

Good Reads: 

Metro Is Full Steam Ahead Growing Its Housing Portfolio (Sept. '25)

Mayor Bass' Surprise State Bill To Kneecap Measure ULA Withdrawn (Sept. '25)

LA Brokers Say Market Has Hit Bottom As Office Investment Doubles (Aug '25)

LA Viper Room's New Home Demonstrates What Lenders Like About Mixed-Use (Aug '25)

How the 2028 Olympics Could Reshape Los Angeles Real Estate (July '25)

Newsom To Pause Law Allowing More Units On Single-Family Lots In LA Burn Areas (July '25)

Los Angeles Office Development Petering Out, No New Starts In Q2 (July '25)

Lack Of Clarity On Trade Policy Already Affecting Some In LA Construction, Development (July '25) 

CEQA Carve-Outs To Start Expediting Projects After Historic Reform (July '25)

Altadena Commercial Owners Waiting For Insurance Payouts But Expect They Will Fall Short (June '25)

CEQA Reform, The 'Third Rail' Of California Politics, Moving Fast Through State Legislature (June '25) 

 

For information on sponsorship, pricing and availability at this event, contact avery.warren@bisnow.com. For questions, recommendations, comments or press inquiries please email our event producer, Samantha D'Angelo at samantha.dangelo@bisnow.com

 

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