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Steve Sakanashi

Steve Sakanashi

Chairman

Japan-Texas Economic Summit

Arlington at the Center of It All: Growth, Investment & Identity in a Regional Powerhouse

How corporate relocations, sports-driven development, manufacturing growth, and mixed-use investment are reshaping Arlington’s commercial real estate landscape

Nadia Christian

Nadia Christian

Partner

Wolverine Interests

Garret Martin

Garret Martin

President

Downtown Arlington

David Harvey

David Harvey

President & Managing Director

Fairbourne Properties

Monica Luera

Monica Luera

VP, Development

Trademark Property Company

Marty Wieder
Moderator

Marty Wieder

Executive Director

Arlington Economic Development Corporation

Nadia Christian

Partner

Wolverine Interests

Nadia transitioned into real estate after a 15-year career in behavioral health. In 2014, she founded a very successful construction company, Petersen Construction, specializing in building custom homes and construction management services—that eventually led to a partnership with Wolverine Interests.

Nadia focuses on helping cities activate their central business districts through P3’s. Her roles at Wolverine Interests include feasibility analysis, entitlement, acquisition, development management and project capitalization.

Nadia has exceptional knowledge of construction management, oversees multifamily development projects, and works closely with FHA MAP Underwriter on the 221 (d) (4) New Construction.

As a tech enthusiast, Nadia creates and implements strategic road maps and tech recommendations to ensure the company is optimizing technology in the most efficient manner. Nadia manages the asset management software that involves managing and optimizing the purchase, deployment, maintenance, and utilization of software within the organization.

Firmly committed to the philosophy, enriching people’s lives through communities, Nadia enjoys being involved in mixed-use developments where she can enrich the lives of others by creating environments and experiences—valued community assets that we call mixed-use developments.

Nadia’s sphere of influence expands beyond real estate and into the community at large. She is actively involved in and understands the value of communities, its schools, and its divergent neighborhood dynamics. Her community involvement validates her label to more than merely a real estate professional, but further a trusted advisor. Nadia is notorious for her integrity and equanimity in difficult situations; her background in behavioral health plays a dominant role in her ability to thrive in any arena.

As an active member of the nonprofit Urban Land Institute (ULI) both as Chair of the Small-Scale Development Council and UrbanPlan for Public Officials, Nadia is a workshop instructor for UrbanPlan which is a lively, interactive six-hour workshop for local decision-makers including mayors, city council members, plan commission members, and senior staff.

Nadia’s problem solving expertise in walk-able, mixed-use development, land planning, community development, and zoning has given her the opportunity to participate in Technical Assistance Panels. TAP’s are part of the ULI Advisory Services program. These one- to two-day work sessions address land use challenges that require local knowledge to resolve. She also served as a board member of the Dallas Builders Association and was active on the Government Relations Committee.

Nadia grew up in East Texas where she received her Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and Management from the University of Stephen F. Austin then achieved her Masters in Professional Counseling from Argosy University. Nadia holds a Texas Real Estate license. In her free time you can find Nadia staying active by participating in Ironman events, trail running through the mountains, and exploring yoga events with her husband and three children.

David Harvey

President & Managing Director

Fairbourne Properties

As Head of Fairbourne Properties, David leads the Team in creating value in Real Estate through acquiring, owning and managing properties for its own account and in conjunction with best-in-class institutional partners.

David is responsible for developing strategic investment initiatives and guidelines for Fairbourne. He leads the Team in developing investor relationships and has oversight responsibility of Fairbourne’s management and resources. He also directs the Acquisition Team in underwriting, equity sourcing, due diligence and closing investment opportunities.

David has over thirty years of experience in the real estate industry and has collectively acquired and redeveloped in-excess of twenty million square feet of retail and office properties valued at approximately $2 billion. David’s experience and expertise in acquisition, development/redevelopment and transforming assets to value-driving opportunities has earned him a solid reputation in the industry and he is often invited to participate in round table discussions and forums.

David is a member of the Urban Land Institute (Green Council) and International Council of Shopping Centers. He is also a member of the Chamber of Commerce for Ybor City, Florida and Arlington, Texas.

Prior to joining Fairbourne, David was with a Chicago-based real estate investment firm since 1985, where he led the Acquisition and Asset Management Groups. Prior to this, he worked in the Continental Bank Real Estate Department. Mr. Harvey holds a BA in French from the University of Connecticut and an MBA in Finance from Indiana University.

Monica Luera

VP, Development

Trademark Property Company

Monica Luera joined Trademark in June 2010 and currently serves as Vice President –

Development, bringing over 18 years of experience in commercial real estate

development, due diligence, and project management. Throughout her career, she has

led a wide range of development activities, including entitlements, public-private

partnerships, incentive negotiations, and full project execution. Known for building strong,

collaborative relationships with owners, municipalities, and partners, Monica has played a

key role in advancing Trademark projects across multiple markets.

Her project portfolio includes the $70 million redevelopment of Victory Park in Dallas, TX,

where she managed $16 million in city incentives, as well as leading predevelopment and

entitlement efforts for several of Trademark’s projects. These include regional mall, mixed-

use, and retail developments in Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, Austin, Houston, and

North Texas. Currently, Monica is leading the redevelopment of Lincoln Square in

Arlington, TX, while also supporting a range of active pursuits in key growth markets

across the country.

Beyond her core responsibilities, Monica is actively engaged in both community and

industry leadership. She serves on the boards of the Real Estate Council of Greater Fort

Worth (RECGFW) and Goodwill North Central Texas, and holds the role of Foundation

Champion Director for the CREW Network Foundation. Monica is also an active member

of Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC) and the Fort Worth chapter of

CREW Network, where she is a Past President and continues to contribute through

ongoing committee involvement.

Her accolades include the CREW Fort Worth 2020 Susan A. Halsey Excellence in

Leadership Award, RECGFW 2018 Outstanding Young Leader of the Year, and CREW

Fort Worth 2014 Member of the Year.

Monica holds a B.A. in History from the University of Texas at Austin. She is a graduate

of the 2019 CREW Network Leadership Certificate Program, focused on leadership

development, industry training, and mentorship. In June 2022, she also completed the

CRE Analyst FastTrack Program.

Marty Wieder

Moderator

Arlington Economic Development Corporation

Marty Wieder became Executive Director of the Arlington Economic Development Corporation in February 2024. Prior to joining the Arlington EDC, he served as the City of Grand Prairie’s Director of Economic Development for almost 8 years—and also previously worked with the City of Colleyville as Director of Economic Development, GSBS Architects as Director of Marketing, Planning & Project Development, as well as either Director, President or in economic development-related positions with the City of North Richland Hills, the Northeast Tarrant and Arlington Chambers of Commerce and the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG).

Marty grew up in Arlington—where he observed the work of (and early in his career got the opportunity to work with) longtime Mayor and then-Congressman Tom Vandergriff, who is known for attracting the General Motors Assembly Plant and a Major League Baseball franchise that became the Texas Rangers. Marty attended the University of Texas at Arlington, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in communication (1983) and later a master’s degree in urban affairs (1988). He taught as an adjunct professor in the Master of Public Administration program at UT Arlington’s College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs from 2021 to 2023.

Marty is a member of the International Economic Development Council, Urban Land Institute, and the International Council of Shopping Centers and its Community Advancement Advisory Committee. He’s been a Director on the North Texas Commission (NTC) Board of Directors and is a Class 4 (2012-13) graduate of the NTC’s Leadership North Texas program. He served as the first Board Chairman of the North Central Texas Economic Development District.

The Fort Worth Business selected Marty to its “Top 40 under 40” List in 1994. The Texas Career and Technology Council & Vocational-Technical Education Foundation of Texas recognized him and other NRH officials in 1999 as "Best in Texas" for supporting the Birdville ISD. The Northeast Tarrant Chamber granted him Chairman’s Awards in 1994 and 2001 for fostering economic development programs (which the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives recognized in 2001 as “Best in the State”) and its Gertrude Tarpley Director of the Year Award in 2003. UT Arlington selected him to be among the Recognized Alumni of the School of Urban & Public Affairs in 2013 and the Colleyville Area Chamber of Commerce granted him their Leadership Award in 2015.

Marty and his wife Bonnie have four children and five grandchildren (with the sixth due in the Summer of 2025).

Why You Should Attend this Arlington State of the Market Event

What We'll Cover: 

  • Major Mixed-Use & Entertainment District Development in Arlington: An in-depth look at catalytic mixed-use projects reshaping Arlington’s Entertainment District, including new residential, retail, hotel, and public-space investments surrounding AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field.

  • FIFA World Cup 2026 Impact on Arlington Real Estate & Infrastructure: How Arlington’s role in the FIFA World Cup 2026 is accelerating investment in hotels, public infrastructure, transportation, and visitor-oriented commercial real estate, and what this means for long-term market fundamentals.

  • Retail Innovation, Adaptive Reuse & Experiential Concepts: How projects like container-based retail centers and boutique redevelopments are driving experiential retail, adaptive reuse, and flexible development strategies across Arlington’s evolving commercial corridors.

  • Multifamily, Hospitality & Destination-Oriented Development: Insights into large-scale multifamily communities, luxury residential projects, and hotel redevelopments designed to support Arlington’s growing live-work-play ecosystem tied to sports, tourism, and corporate growth.

  • Redeveloping Legacy Assets & Modernizing Arlington’s Built Environment: Best practices for repositioning aging retail centers, hotels, and commercial properties through phased renovations, capital reinvestment, and mixed-use conversions.

  • Corporate Relocation, Office Growth & Industrial Expansion: Why companies in design-build, advanced mobility, and industrial sectors are relocating and expanding in Arlington—and how office demand, workforce access, and industrial site availability are shaping future development.

  • Public-Private Partnerships, Incentives & Arlington’s Development Pipeline: How city-led initiatives, grants, and public-private partnerships are unlocking development opportunities and positioning Arlington as a competitive North Texas market for institutional and private capital.

How You'll Do More Business: Join Bisnow for an in-depth look at the forces driving commercial real estate development and investment across Arlington, Texas. From mixed-use and multifamily projects near the Entertainment District to hospitality, retail, office, and industrial growth, this event connects the dots between public-private partnerships, capital deployment, and market-shaping development strategies. Bisnow brings together Arlington’s top developers, investors, city leaders, and corporate real estate decision-makers to reveal where projects are moving forward, where opportunities are emerging, and how businesses can position themselves to win work and capitalize on Arlington’s next phase of growth.

Who You'll Meet: 

  • City Leadership, Economic Development & Planning Officials: Arlington city leaders, economic development executives, and planners guiding zoning, infrastructure, incentives, and long-term growth strategy.

  • Developers, Owners & Investors Active in Arlington: Decision-makers behind Arlington’s mixed-use, multifamily, hospitality, retail, office, and industrial projects, especially near the Entertainment District and major growth corridors.

  • Corporate Real Estate, Office & Headquarters Executives: Leaders overseeing corporate relocations, office expansions, and headquarters strategy as companies move and grow in Arlington.

  • Hospitality, Tourism & Sports-Driven Development Leaders: Executives shaping hotels, destination retail, residential, and event-driven development tied to sports, tourism, and major global events.

  • Architects, Engineers & Construction Firms Delivering Major Projects: Design and construction leaders executing large-scale redevelopment, adaptive reuse, and ground-up projects across Arlington.

  • Industrial & Logistics Leaders Expanding the Employment Base: Owners, developers, and operators driving industrial growth, advanced manufacturing, and logistics development in the Arlington market.

Why You Should Attend: Bisnow events convene the most influential leaders in commercial real estate and healthcare to identify opportunities, build meaningful connections, and drive business growth. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, Bisnow delivers unmatched access to the people, projects, and insights shaping the market. Join us for a focused look at Arlington, TX and the strategies defining its next phase of growth.

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Agenda

Time Activity
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
Breakast & Networking
2:00 PM
2:20 PM
Keynote
2:20 PM
3:05 PM
Arlington at the Center of It All: Growth, Investment & Identity in a Regional Powerhouse

How corporate relocations, sports-driven development, manufacturing growth, and mixed-use investment are reshaping the city's commercial real estate landscape

3:05 PM
3:30 PM
Closing Networking

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