Did you know...
Women make up less than 33% of Real Estate Developers.
Black men make up less than 9% of Real Estate Developers.
Latin X make up less than 17% of Real Estate Developers.
Black developers control only 1.5% of real estate assets under management.
Loans for minority developers are heavily scrutinized, and frequently face higher barriers in meeting guaranty and net worth requirements.
We're pulling back the curtain and providing access to information, connections, resources, and strategies for you to execute your very own development deal!
Funding &
Capital Raising
CEO
Parrish Restaurants Ltd
President
Invictus Development Group
CEO
Landspire Group
Founder
Vive Funds
Chairman & Founder
Maiden Foundation
Founder
The Gentleman Builder
President
The Gentleman Builder
Co-Founder
PV Asset Management
Senior Vice President
Vista Bank
Partner
Duane Morris
Founder
Polymath Legal
Founder & CEO
Revolt CRE
President
Multifamily Monopoly
President
Builtin Investments
Principle
Andalusia Development Co.
Founder
Precision Business Strategies
Vice President
CBRE
ITINERARY
5:30 PM - Early VIP Check In
6:00 PM - VIP Dinner
Saturday programming to take place at Lofty Spaces
9:00 AM
Check In and Vendor Exhibition Opens.
*Grab and go breakfast will be served.
Welcome
Address from our Host Lady Jade
Development 101
Overview from Kelani Blackwell
Panel 1
Control the Land: Site Selection and Predevelopment
Workshop
Back of Napkin Underwriting and Understanding the Capital Stack
Panel 2
Impact Investing: Tax credits, TIFs, Bonds, and Financing
Lunch
Food Trucks will be on site.
Fireside Chat
Guest of Honor
Panel 3
Why, When, and How to Use Investor Capital
Panel 4
Covering your ASSets! Liability and Asset Protection
Panel 5
Project Management & New Construction Development
Goodbyes
Happy Hour Mixer!
Media Personality & Real Estate Investor
Known as one of the most community-involved radio personalities on a nationally syndicated morning radio show, I've used the microphone as a stage to translate my natural gift for making connections into a powerful force forever transforming culture and the communities we serve.
From identifying and advocating for the most critical issues facing the community, and producing a television series highlighting black women owned businesses, I have played an instrumental role in building a successful nationally syndicated radio show and brand that understands the power of storytelling and deep authentic relationships.
What types of sponsorship packages are available, and what do they include?
Vendor Booths: $497 per booth. Includes a space in the exhibition hall for in-person interaction, promotion, and lead generation, along with digital promotion.Premier Sponsorships: $5000. Includes VIP perks, speaking opportunities, maximum visibility, and strong brand alignment.
Who should consider purchasing a vendor booth, and what are the benefits?
Real estate and CRE development-adjacent services or products (e.g., roofers, suppliers, builders, lenders, title reps, brokerages, architects, consultants, legal, advocacy organizations, prop tech companies). Benefits: Direct interaction with attendees, lead generation, and digital promotion.
What networking opportunities are available for attendees at the summit?
Connections in the exhibition hall, intentional networking activities like the ice-breaker game, happy hour at the end of the event, and VIP dinner with speakers and notable guests for VIP ticket holders.
What is the dress code for the summit?
Business casual is recommended.
What are the payment options for purchasing tickets, vendor booths, and sponsorship packages?
Payment Methods: All payments are made virtually via credit or debit card.
Is there a deadline for purchasing tickets, vendor booths, or sponsorship packages?
No deadline, however there is limited availability while tickets last. There are only 2 premier sponsor spots, 20 vendor booths, and 25 VIP tickets available. Early bird special for 20% off general admission and vendor booths until 7/31 using code "EARLYBIRD".