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East Bay Multifamily Summit

Development & Investment in Berkeley, Oakland, Emeryville Alameda, San Leandro and Surrounding Cities

Hosted in Berkeley, CA at Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Event Ended On: Wednesday June 4 2025

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Speakers and Panels

Welcoming Remarks

Adena Ishii

Adena Ishii

Mayor, City of Berkeley

Unleashing Investment Potential in East Bay

Exploring Opportunities, Updates in Zoning Requirements & Planning Code Changes

Stanley Saitowitz

Stanley Saitowitz

Design Principal, Natoma Architects

Navigating the Future of Market-Rate & Affordable Housing & Getting Projects to Pencil

The Impact of the New Administration on Housing Policy, Partnering with the City, Initiatives Shaping Development & Overcoming Hurdles

Emily Weinstein

Emily Weinstein

Director of Housing & Community Development, City of Oakland
Jeremy Harris

Jeremy Harris

Director, Development, oWow
Carolyn Johnson

Carolyn Johnson

CEO, Black Cultural Zone Community Development Corporation

Why You Won't Want To Miss This Conference:

What You’ll Learn: 

  • Supply and Demand in East Bay Multifamily Market
    How are current supply and demand dynamics shaping the multifamily market in Alameda and Contra Costa counties? Are we seeing shifts in demand between urban and suburban areas, and how is this impacting rental rates and development patterns?

 

  • Affordable Housing Distribution
    Where are the key opportunities for building affordable housing in Oakland, Berkeley, Emeryville, Alameda, San Leandro and surrounding cities? How can developers and policymakers ensure that affordable housing is equitably distributed across these areas to meet growing demand?

 

  • Conversion vs. Ground-Up Development
    Are conversion projects — such as repurposing office or retail spaces — gaining traction in the East Bay multifamily market? How do the benefits and challenges of these projects compare to traditional ground-up developments in terms of cost, timelines and demand?

 

  • Economic Volatility and Development Strategies
    With rising inflation and a higher cost of living, how are multifamily developers adapting their strategies to maintain profitability and deliver affordable yet high-quality housing? Are there any specific tactics being employed to cushion against economic uncertainty?

 

  • Adapting to Changing Tenant Demands
    As resident and tenant preferences evolve, how are multifamily owners and developers responding to shifts in amenities, unit layouts and overall living experiences? Which of these changes might be permanent trends in the future of the East Bay’s multifamily market?

 

  • Tenant Amenity Preferences
    What are the top amenities that tenants are increasingly prioritizing in multifamily developments? Are we seeing a greater demand for outdoor spaces, coworking areas or tech-enabled units, and how are developers responding to these shifts in demand?

 

  • Navigating Capital Stack Challenges
    Given the financing challenges in the multifamily sector, how are developers and investors creatively constructing their capital stacks to overcome high construction costs and limited capital availability? Are they looking at new financing structures or alternative funding sources?

 

  • Hotspots for Investment and Development
    Which areas in the East Bay  present the most attractive opportunities for multifamily investment and development in the current market? How are factors like proximity to transit, job centers and emerging neighborhoods influencing where capital is being deployed?

 

  • Impact of Policy Changes and Local Zoning
    How are recent zoning changes and local policies affecting multifamily development in the East Bay? Are there any notable regulatory hurdles or incentives that developers should be aware of as they plan projects in Oakland, Berkeley or other key cities?

 

  • Resilience of East Bay Multifamily Market

     What factors contribute to the East Bay’s resilience as a multifamily market, especially in light of the ongoing challenges posed by economic volatility? How are developers positioning themselves to weather both short-term and long-term disruptions in the housing market?

 

Who You'll Network With At This Discussion: Owners, Developers, Investors, Architects, Construction, Designers, Brokers, Lawyers, Financial Institutions, Universities & Government Officials.

 

How You'll Do More Business From Attending This CRE Event: Join  industry leaders as they share insights and discuss owning, investing and developing affordable and market-rate housing in Berkeley, Oakland, Emeryville, Alameda, San Leandro, and surrounding cities. Join speakers to hear more about multifamily trends in Alameda County and Contra Costa County. 

 

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.
 

 

For questions, recommendations, comments or press inquiries please email our event producer, Samantha D'Angelo at samantha.dangelo@bisnow.com. To request disability-related accommodations, please contact thea.parkert@bisnow.com no later than seven business days prior to the event.

Venue

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
2086 Allston Way
Berkeley, CA 94704

Ballroom Name/Floor: 1st floor - Crystal & Golden Bear Ballroom


Parking Information:

The Hotel offers a Event Day Valet Parking Rate of $50.00

Nearby Parking Garages:
Allston Way Garage - $23 a day - 2061 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704 (across the street)
or
2020 Kittredge St. Garage - $18 a day (3 minute walk)

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Agenda

Time Activity
8:00 AM
8:50 AM
Breakfast, Coffee And Networking
8:50 AM
9:00 AM
Welcoming Remarks
Mayor Adena Ishii, City of Berkeley
9:00 AM
9:45 AM
Unleashing Investment Potential in East Bay
Exploring Opportunities, Updates in Zoning Requirements & Planning Code Changes
9:45 AM
10:00 AM
Networking Break
10:00 AM
10:55 AM
Navigating the Future of Market-Rate & Affordable Housing & Getting Projects to Pencil
The Impact of the New Administration on Housing Policy, Partnering with the City, Initiatives Shaping Development & Overcoming Hurdles
10:55 AM
11:30 AM
More Networking!

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