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Bisnow 2019 NYC Opportunity Zones Summit

Who, What, When, Where, Why & How

Event Ended On: Tuesday March 5 2019

Event Host

Events Raw Space

32 Old Slip

32 Old Slip boasts 350,000 RSF of next-generation office space with spectacular 360-degree views, access to 11 trains and ferries to Brooklyn and New Jersey. The building features highly efficient floor plates with 13’6 ceiling heights, modern amenities including tenant programming, recently upgraded passenger elevators, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. 32 Old Slip neighbors 500+ bars and restaurants, 1,170 retailers, and 84+ acres of outdoor space. Availabilities range from 2,500-23,000 RSF.

Speakers and Panels

OZ Overview: Everything You Need to Know

Steven Adler

Steven Adler

Managing Director, Meridian Capital
Craig Bernstein

Craig Bernstein

Managing Partner, OPZ Bernstein
Ronald Kaplan

Ronald Kaplan

Partner, CohnReznick

OZone Strategy: Investments, Acquisitions, and Expectations

Joseph Douek

Joseph Douek

President, Viceroy Equities, Commissioner, NYC Planning
Andrew Barrocas

Andrew Barrocas

CEO, MNS

Market Entry Strategy, Pipeline, and Development

Seth Pinsky

Seth Pinsky

EVP, Metro Emerging Markets & Public Affairs Director, Fund Manager, RXR
Ian Ross

Ian Ross

Founder & Principal, SomeraRoad
Laurie Grasso
Moderator

Laurie Grasso

Partner and Global Co-Chair of Real Estate, Hunton Andrews Kurth

Venue

32 Old Slip
New York, NY 10005 

Floor: 31st floor


Parking Information:

55 Water Street - Lot #23
Walk down South Street and then turn left onto Old Slip Street and then the Venue will be on your right.

Rates:
$24 Early Bird Special if you enter by 10 am and leave by 7pm
$19 per 1 hour
$28 per 2 hours
$39 per 10 hours

Entrance:
Please enter through the North Lobby, which is located on the corner of Governor Lane and Front Street.

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Agenda

Time Activity
7:30 AM
8:30 AM
Breakfast & Networking
8:30 AM
9:15 AM
OZ Overview - Everything You Need to Know
9:15 AM
10:00 AM
OZone Strategy: Investments, Acquisitions, and Expectations
10:00 AM
10:45 AM
Market Entry Strategy, Pipeline, and Development
10:45 AM
11:15 AM
Post Event Networking

Summary

1) What are the basics to understanding Opportunity Zones?

2) How are investors treating Opportunity Zone Funds compared to other tax abatement alternatives?

3) What is the necessary timing to ensure proper investment?

4) What neighborhoods will come out of this program benefitting most?

5) How are developers adjusting their investment strategies in and around these zones?