Florida Build-To-Rent Summit
Capital, Construction & Community Strategies Across The State
Hosted in Tampa
Event Ended On: Thursday October 2 2025
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Speakers and Panels
Deal Structuring, Capital Markets & Lending Climate
How deals are being financed, structured, and valued in today’s BTR market
Adam Wolfson
Gentry Hoit
Toni Logan
Construction, Operations & Tech — Trends Beyond the Capital Raise
What happens after financing is secured but before a project stabilizes
Tony Benge
Sid Gautam
John Lerdahl
Jason Besse
Opening Remarks
Derek Malone
Why Attend Florida's Build To Rent Summit
Why it Matters:
Florida continues to lead the nation in BTR activity as housing demand outpaces supply and more residents seek flexible rental options in well-amenitized communities. But as capital becomes harder to secure and construction costs remain elevated, developers, investors, and lenders must recalibrate strategies to remain competitive. With evolving platforms, shifting financial models, and new delivery partnerships, understanding how to build and fund BTR communities that resonate with renters has never been more important.
What You Will Learn:
- Why institutional capital is pivoting toward platform acquisitions
- How developers are adapting building strategies for today’s financing environment
- What product types are performing best in Florida’s BTR hotbeds
- Where the growth corridors, land availability, and permitting paths are most promising
- How teams are optimizing operations to protect margins post-lease-up
For questions regarding content and speaking, please email our Event Producer, Elizabeth Herrgott, at Elizabeth.Herrgott@bisnow.com. Want to get involved? Contact Jordan.Hinsch@bisnow.com to get information on sponsorship, pricing and availability at this event. To request disability-related accommodations, please contact ariel.fromm@bisnow.com no later than seven business days prior to the event.
Venue
Hotel Haya
1412 E. 7th Avenue
Tampa, FL 33605
Ballroom: Valencia Ballroom
Parking Information:
Valet Parking $20 for Event Attendees
Agenda
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8:00 AM 9:00 AM |
Registration, Breakfast & Networking
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9:00 AM 9:10 AM |
Opening Remarks
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9:10 AM 9:55 AM |
Deal Structuring, Capital Markets & Lending Climate
The built-to-rent sector in Florida is facing a pivotal moment. Institutional investors are pulling back, valuations are softening, and certain markets are struggling with oversupply but that’s also opening the door to new buyers, creative capital stacks, and platform-level investment plays. This panel will explore how capital is being deployed in today’s BTR environment, why large investors are shifting from one-off projects to full platform acquisitions, and what that means for local developers and capital partners. We’ll also unpack the broader disconnect between deal flow and market fundamentals, how climate and insurance issues are influencing underwriting, and where in Florida long-term demographic tailwinds still make the math work.
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9:55 AM 10:10 AM |
Networking Break
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10:10 AM 10:55 AM |
Construction, Operations & Tech — Trends Beyond the Capital Raise
From fee builders to full-stack developers, delivering successful BTR product in today’s market takes more than scale, it takes precision. This panel brings together operators, developers, and construction leaders to share how they’re evolving design strategies, selecting optimal product types, and improving delivery timelines. We’ll explore regional development trends, land availability, and what’s performing well with tenants across Florida. We’ll also explore digital amenities and post-construction operational models that boost retention and NOI.
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10:55 AM 11:30 AM |
Post-Event Networking
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