W.I.R.E. PRESENTS
DIVERSIFY DEVELOPMENT SUMMIT
DALLAS
Control the land, control your future.
September 6-7, 2024
THIS ISN'T JUST ANOTHER CONFERENCE, IT'S A MOVEMENT!
#DDSDALLAS
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.
NO MORE GATE KEEPING!
We're pulling back the curtain and providing access to information, connections, resources, and strategies for you to execute your very own development deal!
Site Selection &
Product Types
Underwriting &
Feasibility
Funding &
Capital Raising
Construction &
Project Management
SPEAKERS
Roland Parrish
CEO
Parrish Restaurants Ltd
Chris Senegal
President
Invictus Development Group
Josh Childress
CEO
Landspire Group
Veena Jetti
Founder
Vive Funds
Terrence Maiden
Chairman & Founder
Maiden Foundation
Royce Colley
Founder
The Gentleman Builder
Anthony Davis
President
The Gentleman Builder
Angelia Dunbar
Co-Founder
PV Asset Management
Lubbock Smith III
Senior Vice President
Vista Bank
Rich Marshall
Partner
Duane Morris
Nic McGrue
Founder
Polymath Legal
Matthew E. Drane
Founder & CEO
Revolt CRE
Alvin Hope Johnson
President
Multifamily Monopoly
J. Hatch
President
Builtin Investments
Ahmed Seirafi
Principle
Andalusia Development Co.
Larry D. West III
Founder
Precision Business Strategies
Murphy Cheatham
Vice President
CBRE
ITINERARY
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH
Friday is VIP programming and will be held at an undisclosed location only for speakers and VIP ticket holders.
5:30 PM - Early VIP Check In
6:00 PM - VIP Dinner
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH
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!
YOUR HOST
LADY JADE
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.
PREVIOUS SUMMITS
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VENDORS
Event Location
Lofty Spaces
816 Montgomery St.
Dallas, TX 75215
FAQ
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".