Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Dean S. Adler is CEO and Co-Founder of Lubert-Adler Partners, L.P., a real estate equity firm with over $7 billion in equity and $17 billion of assets under management. Dean is Head of the Investment Committee, and is responsible for leading the strategic direction of the team.

Lubert-Adler invests on behalf of, among others, 30 major university endowments, state pension funds, and major foundations.

Prior to Lubert-Adler, Dean graduated magna cum laude from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He also holds a J.D. degree with honors from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and was an instructor at the Wharton School between 1981 and 1983. Subsequently, he worked at Ernst & Young, Baker and Hostetler and CMS.

Currently, he is an Executive Committee Member and Research Sponsor for the Zell/Lurie Real Estate Center of The Wharton School and currently serves on the board of directors of Bed Bath & Beyond (NASDAQ: BBBY). He has been a keynote speaker for national real estate organizations such as the Urban Land Institute and the International Council of Shopping Centers. Dean has served on numerous community boards and has served on the City of Philadelphia's Economic Development Summit.

Leonidas Addimando (“Leo” for short) is a Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Alterra Property Group, LLC (“Alterra”). In addition to experience with a diverse range of real estate product types, Leo has also invested in over 15 states, built over 1,000 residential units, structured complex tax credit transactions, and overseen all aspects of numerous real estate development projects. Previously, Leo was an early employee of Orbitz.com, serving the company for three years in numerous business and corporate development capacities. Leo’s largest accomplishment while at Orbitz was spearheading the development and implementation of both a travel insurance re-sale business, and a hotel business, that together served as key profitability drivers which helped Orbitz to complete a successful IPO in 2003. Before working at Orbitz, Leo worked as an Associate for the Boston Consulting Group in various management consulting capacities, and across numerous industry groups. Prior to that, he was the co-founder of both a media start-up and an internet start-up. Leo has an MBA from the Harvard Business School (“HBS”) and a B.A. in Economics and Political Science from the University of Michigan. Leo is a Board Member of the Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Building Industry Association, and the Old City District. Leo is a native of Center City Philadelphia and currently resides there with his wife (Brigitte Castaing Addimando, HBS ’05) and three children (Nico, Marcus & Sophie). In his spare time, Leo enjoys spending time with his family, golf, running, attending live sporting events and travel.

As President and CEO, Robert Zuritsky has positioned Parkway to continue as an industry leader in parking management, development, and technology. Mr. Zuritsky began his parking and business education at age 12 by working various field positions at Parkway's facilities, advancing steadily through the ranks until ultimately assuming the positions of President in 2002 and CEO in 2019. In his role, Mr. Zuritsky oversees each of Parkway's departments and leads the Company's strategic growth through garage acquisition, real estate development, and new management opportunities. Mr. Zuritsky received his M.B.A. from Temple University in 2001, currently serves as the President of the Philadelphia Parking Association, a director and President-elect of the NPA, and an active member of the Young Presidents Organization. He also actively serves on nine boards, including a financial institution, several parking technology companies, and the Philadelphia Municipal Authority, in addition to supporting the arts and a number of charitable organizations.

Mr. Killinger is responsible for leading a team of experienced development and construction professionals for National Real Estate Development, National Real Estate Advisors’ (National), wholly-owned development management subsidiary.

National Development provides development and construction related management of selected projects across the country on behalf of National. In this role, Mr. Killinger oversees a $1 billion project portfolio, comprising two million square feet of mixed-use and residential space in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Philadelphia. Prior to this, he oversaw National Development’s East Market project in Philadelphia, PA as Director of Development. Mr. Killinger has diverse experience as a real estate professional in both the oversight of the design and development of urban, mixed-use projects as well as in the investment and asset management of residential and office buildings.

Prior to joining National Real Estate Development, Mr. Killinger was a Managing Director for Goldman Properties in New York, NY. At Goldman, he oversaw several development projects including 25 Bond Street and the repositioning of 110 Greene Street, both in New York, NY. He also consulted on numerous mixed-use urban development projects along the east coast. Mr. Killinger later joined Edison Properties in Newark, NJ as the Executive Vice President for Real Estate Planning and Development. At Edison, he was responsible for the entitlement, design and feasibility for the development of a portfolio of mixed use residential buildings in New York, NY and Newark, NJ. Mr. Killinger began his career as an architect with Kohn Pederson Fox Associates in New York, NY.

Mr. Killinger received a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University and is a frequent participant in Columbia’s Real Estate Round Table series. He also received a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania and his Bachelor of Arts from Bucknell University.

For over a century, the General Building Contractors Association (GBCA) has been a cornerstone of the Pennsylvania construction industry. As GBCA's President and CEO, Ben Connors is dedicated to building upon this legacy. Since joining GBCA in 2014, Ben has leveraged his expertise in advocacy and labor relations to drive the association's strategic growth. In 2015, he assumed the role of President, ushering in an era of expanded member services and focused leadership.

In his current role, Ben serves as a trustee for union Benefit and Training Funds, exceeding $11 billion in assets. He also holds positions on the boards of several organizations, including the Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia, March of Dimes Annual Transportation, Building & Construction Awards Luncheon, Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation, Everybody Builds, and the International Foundation of Employee Benefits Funds. Ben also serves as a board member of the Associated General Contractors of America, and is Chair of AGCA’s Executive Leadership Committee.

A proud native of Philadelphia, Ben's commitment to history shines through his involvement as a board member of the Penn Treaty Museum and his affiliation with the Carpenters Company of the City and County of Philadelphia.

Ben holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Rutgers University, where he majored in Political Science and Labor Studies, as well as a Juris Doctorate from Rutgers Camden School of Law, where he served as the Student Bar Association President.

Beyond his professional life, Ben lives with his wife, Zoe, and their twin children in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. He enjoys traveling, supporting Philadelphia sports teams, and spending quality time with his family.

Abe Ibrahim is Regional President of Mid Penn Bank's Philadelphia Metro market, where he leads the Bank's commercial banking strategy, market growth, and relationship management across Greater Philadelphia. He provides executive leadership to a team of commercial banking and treasury professionals, partnering with developers, investors, business owners, and nonprofit organizations to deliver strategic financing and treasury solutions.

Since launching Mid Penn's Philadelphia market, Abe has led the Bank's regional expansion by building a high-performing team, cultivating strategic relationships, and helping clients execute complex commercial real estate and business financing transactions. His leadership is rooted in collaboration, transparency, and creating long-term value for clients and the communities Mid Penn serves.

Abe serves on the Board of Directors of the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation and Friends For Good (FFG), and on the Selection Advisory Council for GreenLight Fund Philadelphia. He was recognized as a 2026 City & State Pennsylvania Black Trailblazer, a 2025 Philadelphia Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree, and previously honored by the Philadelphia Tribune as an Under 40 to Watch.

David Gardner is a partner in Adler & Stachenfeld LLP’s Real Estate Practice, specializing in structured real estate deals nationwide. Mr. Gardner focuses his practice on joint venture arrangements (money-side and sponsor-side representation), co-GP relationships, financings, preferred equity (common-side and preferred-side representation), programmatic relationships, co-lending JV’s, and all aspects of buying, selling, and operating real estate.

Mr. Gardner’s clients range from “emerging” sponsors and developers, to sovereign wealth funds and some of the world’s largest institutions, and everything in between. He takes a particular interest in representing new entrants into the real estate sector and helping them navigate new terrain. After spending nearly 15 years in New York City, he relocated with his family to Philadelphia in 2025 to bring his expertise to the city’s real estate market and now splits his time working in both cities.

Mr. Gardner has been involved in the workout of distressed real estate debt (both on behalf of borrowers and lenders), as well as joint venture partner disputes and workouts. He has also been at the forefront in the origination of C-PACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) loans and was one of the first commercial real estate attorneys to specialize in this product.

Mr. Gardner is active in partner and associate affairs at Adler & Stachenfeld, with leadership roles in business development and associate training. He has also led the firm’s initiative to explore the integration of artificial intelligence and similar technology into its practice.

In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Gardner is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School.

Mr. Gardner joined Adler & Stachenfeld in 2013 from the real estate department of Cooley LLP. He received his J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School (with a Certificate in Business and Public Policy from Wharton) and his B.A. from Cornell University (Distinction in All Subjects). Mr. Gardner is admitted to practice in New York.

Mr. Gardner resides with his wife, Jill, and three young children in Bryn Mawr, PA. He loves the beach, is a die-hard Philadelphia Eagles fan, and spends a large portion of his free time as a spectator at whatever youth sports happen to be in season.

Since 1980, Allan Domb and his highly reputable real estate brokerage firm have been known throughout the United States as key contributors to Center City Philadelphia’s luxury condominium market. Today, Allan continues to specialize in Center City luxury condominium sales in buildings such as 10 Rittenhouse, 1706 Rittenhouse, 1820 Rittenhouse, 1830 Rittenhouse, 1900 Rittenhouse, 220 West Rittenhouse Square, Academy House, The Bank Building, The Barclay, The Dorchester, Hopkinson House, Independence Place, The Lanesborough, The Lippincott, The Murano, Parc Rittenhouse, The Philadelphian, Pier 3, Pier 5, The Rittenhouse, Society Hill Towers, Symphony House, Wanamaker House and The Warwick Condominiums.

Additionally, Allan’s company leases residential apartments, condominiums and commercial properties and manages many of these assets. Since 1999, Allan has also been engaged in the adaptive reuse of historic buildings into luxury condominiums and the development of new luxury condominiums in Center City. His portfolio of development properties includes Parc Rittenhouse, The Warwick, The Bank Building Residences, The Lanesborough, 220 West Washington Square and The Barclay.

Nationally, Allan has been ranked a top producing real estate broker for the past twenty five years. From 1986 to 2004, Allan was ranked the top residential broker in the United States. He was named REALTOR® of the Year by the Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS® (GPAR) in 1992 and 2013 and was named REALTOR® of the Year by the Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS® in 2013.

Allan received his Bachelor of Arts degree from American University. He currently serves on the boards of the Friends of Rittenhouse Square and six condominium associations, of which he is the president of two. He is a past president of the Friends of Rittenhouse Square and has served on three other condominium boards in the past.

In 2015, Allan was elected as a Philadelphia City Councilman At-Large. His agenda includes lowering the poverty rate, collecting delinquent taxes owed to the City, increasing high school graduation rates, promoting job growth through the retention of existing businesses and attracting new businesses to Philadelphia, and streamlining all aspects of city government to make it more efficient.

Allan has been quoted and featured in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Forbes, Business Week, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Urban Land, Multifamily Executive, and many other publications. He also often appears on Philadelphia’s NBC10, 6ABC, CBS3, CNBC, MSNBC and FOX29.

Urban visionary Carl. E. Dranoff has earned national recognition for his game-changing approach to residential development in the urban core. As founder and CEO of Philadelphia-based Dranoff Properties, Dranoff has developed over 1.4 million SF of prime real estate valued at $1 billion with projects ranging from ground-up skyscrapers, adaptive reuse, and mixed-use developments.

Developments, built by Dranoff, share a common theme – they are stylish, character-defining, beautifully designed expressions of modern luxury living. Philadelphia's most iconic condominium high rises, including One Riverside, 10 Rittenhouse, Two Liberty, Symphony House, and the under-construction Arthaus, are his work.

The uber-luxurious, trend-defying Arthaus is Dranoff’s latest achievement which recently welcomed its first residents. Located across from the Kimmel Center and designed by international A-list architect Kohn, Pedersen Fox, the condominium residences feature expansive skyline and river views and floorplans and finishes worthy of a magazine spread. The resort-style amenities, green spaces, gardens, and white-glove service make every day feel like a vacation.

Over his career, Dranoff has had a steady stream of development achievements that have raised the bar on luxury living and changed the equation for urban living. His game-changing apartment and condominium developments are credited with turning around many declining Philadelphia neighborhoods, the Camden, NJ's Waterfront, Newark, NJ's art district, and the Ardmore PA's business district.

Dranoff earned his B.S. in Civil Engineering at Drexel University and his MBA at Harvard University. He was also awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Engineering from Drexel University, which cited him as "a nationally recognized civic leader and entrepreneur…whose work has brought a renewed sense of history to Philadelphia and urban Americans throughout the country".

For over 30 years, Scannapieco Development Corporation has been a driving force in the real estate industry. Throughout its history, the company has pursued regionally significant projects that have presented unique challenges, addressing the complex demands of real estate development in the Northeast Corridor.

From trend-setting luxury high-rise and mid-rise residential to mixed-use commercial and hotel development, Scannapieco Development Corporation has successfully established partnerships and joint ventures with institutions and major corporations including numerous Fortune 500 firms. The company has completed over $1 billion of innovative development and is widely recognized as one of the most respected and creative companies in the development industry.

Scannapieco Development Corporation’s recent projects, 1706 Rittenhouse and 500 Walnut, have transcended the residential real estate market in Philadelphia by establishing a new brand of ultra-luxury residences never before offered in the city.

In 2011, the Urban Land Institute recognized 1706 Rittenhouse as one of the 20 best projects in the Americas and was the first residential project in Philadelphia to receive this designation. Tom Scannapieco was also awarded a citation from Mayor Michael Nutter for creating outstanding examples of intelligent, creative and mindful design. His communities have been recognized as “game changing” and have established him as the expert in the ultra-luxury market.

Matthew J. Bonney is a tax partner with over 25 years of experience focusing on all facets of his clients’ business and tax needs. He specializes in working with clients in the real estate sector, including owners/operators, developers, investors, private real estate funds, and REITS. He also advises law firms and a range of clients in the music, manufacturing, technology, and restaurant industries, as well as high net worth individuals.

For his real estate clients, Matt provides a deep expertise in deal planning,

structuring, and reviewing, helping clients to acquire, manage, and sell

properties while limiting tax risks. He has a wide breadth of knowledge and

experience in federal, state, and local tax credits, as well as managing

investor relationships, analyzing internal controls, and assisting with

financing opportunities.

As a tax specialist, Matt also provides a range of general tax compliance and

reporting services, including representing clients before government taxing

authorities.

Mr. Korman is Co-CEO of Korman Communities, Inc. The Company is one of the

largest owners and managers of multi-family properties in the region with a portfolio of

24 properties, and total market capitalization in excess of $2 Billion. The Company

operates throughout major markets in the United States, and is based outside of

Philadelphia, PA. The Company was the innovator of short-term furnished apartments in

the United States over 50 years ago, and Mr. Korman is a member of the fourth

generation to lead this company. The Company operates three brands, including its ARK

and AVE properties which feature full service multifamily operations at prime, infill

locations. The Company introduced its AKA brand in 2004, an upscale, urban high-rise

concept with properties located in New York City, Philadelphia, PA, Washington, D.C.,

Beverly Hills, CA, and London.

Mr. Korman has lead the acquisition, development and financing program of all new

properties by the Company, including the entrance into new markets such as New York

City, Beverly Hills and London. This growth has allowed Korman Communities to

establish relationships with some of the largest and most respected financial and lending

institutions in the country. Mr. Korman oversees all new business development,

including debt and equity relationships, throughout the Company.

Mr. Korman serves on the Board of Trustees of The Philadelphia Police Foundation,

Germantown Academy and the Duke University Library Advisory Board. He is also a

member of the JFRE Executive Committee, President’s Leadership Council at Jefferson,

Zell/Laurie Real Estate Center of The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania,

and is a licensed Real Estate Broker in Pennsylvania and New York.

Mr. Korman received his B.A from Duke University in 1987, and his M.B.A. from The

Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 1992.

Jodie Harris joined PIDC in June 2023 after nearly two decades serving in various roles in the

federal government, including four years as director of the Community Development Financial

Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund).

As president of PIDC, Jodie works with the City of Philadelphia and Greater Philadelphia

Chamber of Commerce—along with stakeholders in the business, civic, and philanthropic

communities—to support small businesses, attract investment, and spur development

throughout Philadelphia.

Jodie previously served in a variety of roles at the Department of the Treasury, including

program manager, senior advisor, and director of community and economic development policy.

Prior to her work in government, Jodie held various roles related to community economic

development from the very beginning of her career as a community development credit analyst

with Meridian Bank, followed by time as a consultant and strategic planning manager at

Accenture, and as a research analyst at NYU’s Institute for Education and Social Policy.

Jodie is a native of Philadelphia. She holds a bachelor’s degree in finance and international

business from the University of Maryland and has also earned two graduate degrees from New

York University: an MBA in finance and management and an MPA in public policy.

Chuck Hurchalla is the president of Evolution Sustainability Group. He has over 30 years of experience in the deregulated energy markets, including natural gas, electricity and petroleum products. He is considered a subject matter expert on hedging strategies and the fundamental and technical drivers of movements in the energy markets, including renewable products. In addition, he has been instrumental in helping clients develop comprehensive energy management solutions that meet or exceed energy efficiency and sustainability goals.

Paul L. Badger Jr. is the President and CEO of THE BADGER GROUP. He has over twenty years of combined entrepreneurial and professional experience as the Founder and CEO of THE BADGER GROUP, LLC, and while working with industry leading Fortune 500 companies. Through his various roles, Mr. Badger has developed expertise in real estate development, investment, management and sales, consumer marketing and project management, and professional sales. He has a well established track record of success managing businesses, products and individuals while increasing market share and profitability.

In 1996, Mr. Badger founded THE BADGER GROUP. Since then, his accomplishments as a real estate developer include the successful acquisition and development of properties throughout Philadelphia and its surrounding counties while maintaining consistent, controlled, growth. He has established an expertise in both single family and multifamily development, as well as new construction, adaptive re-use of existing structures, and land development. Current ventures include residential, commercial, mixed use, and hotel development and acquisition.

Mr. Badger conducted his formal education at Morehouse College, graduating cum laude with a BA degree in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing. He went on to earn his M.B.A. from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University with a triple major in marketing, finance, and management strategy. In addition, Mr. Badger studied real estate at Temple University’s Real Estate Institute, and is licensed to practice real estate in the state of Pennsylvania.

Mr. Badger is an active member of the community serving in both a civic and professional capacity in the following roles:

BOARDS AND AFFILIATIONS

• Vice Chair, The Development Workshop

• Board of Directors, The BIA (Building Industry Association)

• Board of Directors, HAPCO (Homeowners Assoc of Philadelphia).

• Mayoral Appointeee, Lead Poisoning Prevention Committee

• Mayoral Appointeee, Eviction Prevention Task Force

• Mayoral Appointee, Board of Directors and Past Vice Chair, Philadelphia Land Bank

• Mayoral Appointee, Bord of Directors, PHDC Accelerator Fund

• Selected, Regulatory Reform Sub-Committee

• Selected, PIDC Finance Advisory Committee

• Selected, Advisory Board for the Philadelphia Housing Authority’s HCV Program (Section 8)

• Chair, Founder, and/or Leader of 5 Diversity and Inclusion Committees including: The Development Workshop, BIA, PAGE Initiative, Wissahickon School District, AAREP-P

• Elected, Board of School Directors, Wissahickon School District

• Member, Morehouse Alumni Association

• Member, Northwestern Alumni Assoc., Kellogg Business School BMA

• Member, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

• Member, National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA)

• Member, National Association of Black Hotel Owners Operators and Developers (NABHOOD)

• Member, Urban Land Institute (ULI)

• Co-Founder, African American Real Estate Professionals – Philadelphia (AAREP-P)

Tayyib Smith is Principle of Meta Global, parent company to Little Giant Creative. He is

dedicated to cultural competency and the ability to engage multicultural audiences. He

co-founded Pipeline Philly to serve as an inviting and dynamic co-working space filled with

professionals from various backgrounds and industries, creating one of the most diverse

workspaces in the city. He is also a partner S&R Holdings, a real estate company that engages and invites diverse

stakeholders of neighborhoods to become part of a growing, multicultural and

multi-socioeconomic tapestry, as well as a founding partner at The Collective.

Tayyib has long been a successful conduit of professional and cultural ecosystems. He is a fellow of the The

Guild of Future Architects and sits on the boards of the Kensington Corridor Trust, Prizm Art Fair

in Miami, Memphis Slim House, BlackStar Film Festival, The Colored Girls Museum, and AllTogether Now PA.

Aaron Gantz is the Vice President of Economic Development and Strategy at the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance, where she leads regional strategies that support business growth, talent attraction, and community competitiveness. With more than 15 years of experience, she has advanced public-private partnership initiatives, redevelopment projects and regional storytelling efforts across Berks County. Aaron is an active community leader, serving on local boards and committees and taking a recent leadership role with the Wyomissing Girl Scouts.

Aaron is a graduate of West Virginia University, where she earned both her B.A. in Political Science and her Master of Public Administration (MPA).