Speakers and Panels

Shaping the Future of Phoenix’s Entertainment Districts

Unpacking the region’s largest sports, resort, and mixed-use projects transforming the Valley’s live-work-play ecosystem

Ann O’Brien

Vice Mayor, City of Phoenix

Ron Price

President & CEO, Visit Phoenix

Daniel Lupien

Managing Principal & Founder, Palmer Development Group

Matt Tillman

Architect, HFA Architecture + Engineering

Moderator

Tonya Lively

VP, Commonwealth Land Title

Retail Resurgence

Navigating Tenant Demand, Redevelopment, and the New Consumer Experience

Joshua Simon

Joshua began his career in commercial real estate in 2004, and it wasn’t long before his headstrong attitude allowed him to forge ahead and start SimonCRE in 2010, during some of the toughest economic times. As Founder and CEO, Joshua leads the company’s growth strategy while directing the daily operations. He carries the torch for a team committed to developing projects that benefit clients and the communities they serve. SimonCRE develops properties all across the country. To date, the company has completed more than 295 projects across 23 states, equaling a total value of more than $1.222 billion. He applies his boundless energy toward supporting and giving back to the industry he loves. He’s served on a number of boards and routinely presents as an industry expert at numerous conferences across the country. He is extremely active in the community, chairing the YPO Retail Symposium and with his involvement with ICSC. Under his leadership, SimonCRE has become a vital partner in the rapid growth of many national retailers within emerging communities. Beginning with the new retail center of Village at Prasada and the addition of Prasada North, which at 1,300,000 square feet is the largest open-air retail center to be built on the West Coast in the last 15 years, he has expanded his efforts to better serve tenants and communities alike. To this end, several other open-air retail centers are now under development: Medina Station in Mesa, bringing 350,000 square feet; Roosevelt Commons, covering 100,000 square feet; Asante Trails, which will be a multi-phase 44-acre mixed-use project; and Elm Street at Surprise City Center, which will be a multi-phase 40-acre project with the first phase occupying 70,000 square feet. All of these developments are poised to add exciting new retail and dining options for consumers. When Joshua isn’t working, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Brittany, and their children, Sloane and Oliver.

SimonCRE

CEO

Joshua Simon

CEO, SimonCRE

Amy Malloy

Amy Malloy started the real estate development and advisory company Evolve Ventures, LLC with her business partner Heather Personne in 2019. In the six years since its inception, Evolve Ventures has worked with over 40 developers, municipalities, landowners, tenants, and brokers to bring a wide array of commercial and residential projects to fruition. Additionally, Evolve has begun development of its own with two urban infill multi-family projects in the heart of Midtown Phoenix and Downtown Chandler. Prior to creating her own company, Malloy worked as Vice President of Development for the Pederson Group, where she managed and oversaw development activity throughout Arizona. Prior to joining the Pederson Group, Malloy worked at Evergreen Development, managing retail development and redevelopment projects throughout Arizona, California, and Colorado. Prior to Evergreen, Malloy was Assistant Vice President of Development at Macerich. During her almost ten years at Macerich, she managed projects throughout the Scottsdale-Phoenix Metropolitan Area, in Southern Arizona and in Northern Arizona, specifically concentrating on the entitlement and redevelopment/development of Scottsdale Fashion Square, Kierland Commons, Biltmore Fashion Park, and Arrowhead Towne Center. Prior to joining Macerich, Malloy served as the Business Advocate in the Economic Development department for the City of Apache Junction, AZ. In Apache Junction, she managed the downtown redevelopment efforts, spearheaded the City’s master planning efforts for 12 square miles of state land, and initiated a regional Economic Development Task Force. Malloy is a member of Urban Land Institute (ULI) and serves as outgoing Chair of the Infill Redevelopment Local Product Council and has previously served as Chair on the Arizona District Council’s 2020 Trends Day Committee, Vice-Chair of the 2018-2019 Trends Day Committee for Arizona’s ULI District Council, and Chair of the AZ-Technical Assistance Panel (AZ-Tap) Committee from 2017-2019. In 2022, she was selected to participate in Leadership West’s Class 29 and was subsequently elected by alumni in 2023 to also serve as a board member for Leadership West. Additionally, in 2016, she received a scholarship from the National Women’s Leadership Institute for her involvement in Arizona’s District Council. Finally, in 2006, she was recognized as one of the Top 50 Women in Business, in The Business Journal of Phoenix. Malloy holds a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of Arizona, and a Bachelor of Arts from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN. Malloy is a proud West Valley resident and heavily engaged in West Valley charitable efforts, where she currently serves as a board member for the New Life Center and for her local Upper Northwest National Charity League Chapter, as well as serving as Chair for the Political Action Committee for the Peoria Unified School District 2025 school override campaign. She is a third generation Arizonan and has two human children Madeleine and Brendan, and three canine children, Maggie, Winnie, and Fletch, with her husband John.

Evolve Ventures

Managing Principal

Amy Malloy

Managing Principal, Evolve Ventures

Mike Kallner

EVP, RED Development

Christian Davis

Executive Director, Presconstruction, Haydon Companies

Emily Ganem

Emily Ganem is the dynamic Executive Vice President of Ganem Companies, a leading force in the construction industry based in Phoenix, Arizona. With a management degree from the University of Phoenix, Emily brings a blend of strategic vision and hands-on leadership to her role, driving the company's growth and strategic development. Since stepping into the construction industry over five years ago, Emily has played a pivotal role in shaping the company's trajectory. In her two years as EVP, she has been instrumental in overseeing the accounting and marketing teams, leveraging their strengths to catapult the company's strategic growth. Emily excels in bridging the gap between strategic planning and execution, ensuring that initiatives are aligned with the company’s long-term goals and market opportunities. Emily's leadership extends beyond the boardroom. She is actively involved in mentoring emerging leaders within the company, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Her commitment to community engagement is evident through her involvement with local organizations, reinforcing her belief that strong community ties are essential for sustainable business success. Known for her energetic approach and results-driven mindset, Emily thrives on turning challenges into opportunities. Her work is characterized by a relentless pursuit of growth, learning, and creating meaningful impacts—both within the company and in the broader construction sector. In addition, Emily is also the co-owner of Sky Restaurant Concepts (parent company of Squid Ink Sushi, Highball Cocktail Bar, and Sparrow (coming soon to Peoria) and also serves as a board member for Child Crisis Arizona. When she's not leading projects or strategizing for growth, Emily enjoys spending quality time with her family, engaging in self-work, meditation, and fitness. Her passion for personal development mirrors her professional ethos: to continuously evolve, inspire, and lead with purpose.

Ganem Companies

Executive VP

Moderator

Emily Ganem

Executive VP, Ganem Companies

Remarks from the Podium

Marty De Rito

CEO, De Rito Partners Development & De Rito Property Management

WHY THIS MATTERS

What You'll Learn:

With the retail vacancy rate in Phoenix ticking down to 5.2% in Q1 2025, what factors are contributing to this steady demand despite a modest increase in store closures?
How are developers and investors reimagining aging malls and big-box spaces into mixed-use or entertainment destinations?
Which suburban growth corridors are creating new retail demand, and how are operators adapting to these shifts?
Given that retail foot traffic in Phoenix is at 91% of pre-pandemic levels in Q1 2025, what does this continued consumer engagement mean for the future viability of brick-and-mortar stores?
How can developers and city leaders collaborate to deliver connected, community-oriented entertainment and retail destinations?

How You’ll Do More Business: Attending this retail and entertainment event provides a unique opportunity to tap into Phoenix's dynamic real estate market, where significant developments are reshaping key retail hubs. With projects such as these set to meet the demands of a rapidly growing population, projected to reach 5.8 million by 2030, attendees can connect with industry leaders and gain insights into the future of retail in the region. As Phoenix's retail vacancy rate stays resilient at just 5.2% despite economic fluctuations, professionals in this space can leverage the market's ongoing expansion to secure new partnerships and investment opportunities. With high-profile projects underway, this event offers critical access to the decision-makers behind these transformative developments, fostering collaboration and business growth in a thriving sector.

Who attends: Owners, developers, investors, property managers, general contractors, brokers, public officials, architects, tenants, engineers, and other key professionals shaping the future of the Valley’s retail and entertainment landscape.

Why should you attend: Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry so you can 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 we do.

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Venue

The Westin Tempe
11 E. 7th Street
Tempe, AZ 85281

Ballroom: Opal Ballroom, 2nd Floor

Parking Information:

$18 Valet Parking

Nearby Self-Parking Options:

Church Lot

The Brickyard Parking Garage

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Agenda

Time	Activity
8:00 AM 9:00 AM	Breakfast & Networking
9:00 AM 9:15 AM	Opening Remarks
9:15 AM 10:00 AM	Retail Resurgence Navigating Tenant Demand, Redevelopment, and the New Consumer Experience
10:00 AM 10:15 AM	Networking Break
10:15 AM 11:00 AM	Shaping the Future of Phoenix’s Entertainment Districts Unpacking the region’s largest sports, resort and mixed-use projects transforming the Valley’s live-work-play ecosystem
11:00 AM 11:30 AM	Closing Networking

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Phoenix Retail & Entertainment Real Estate

Exploring Market Momentum, Redevelopment Trends, and Experiential Destinations Shaping the Valley

Speakers and Panels

Shaping the Future of Phoenix’s Entertainment Districts

Unpacking the region’s largest sports, resort, and mixed-use projects transforming the Valley’s live-work-play ecosystem

Ann O’Brien

Ron Price

Daniel Lupien

Matt Tillman

Tonya Lively

Retail Resurgence

Navigating Tenant Demand, Redevelopment, and the New Consumer Experience

Joshua Simon

Amy Malloy

Mike Kallner

Christian Davis

Emily Ganem

Remarks from the Podium

Marty De Rito

WHY THIS MATTERS

Venue

Agenda

PROJECTS & NEWS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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