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Join the Next Class of YPG Leaders – Applications Due April 30
Time is running out! Applications for the NAIOP San Francisco Bay Area Chapter’s Young Professionals Group (YPG) 2025-2026 program are due by Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 5:00 PM (PST).
If you’re a rising commercial real estate professional looking to accelerate your career, strengthen your leadership skills, and build a lifelong network, this is your opportunity.
Cal Takes Home the Golden Shovel at the 36th Annual Real Estate Challenge
On April 21st NAIOP SFBA hosted the 36th Annual Real Estate Challenge at the InterContinental Hotel in San Francisco. Cal and Stanford duked it out again to determine whose development plan would win the coveted Golden Shovel award! This year’s development project was Hunter Point and Candlestick Park, as part of a bid to host the Expo World's Fair 2035 in San Francisco. Coaching the Cal team to victory was Bill Falik, Managing Partner, Westpark Communities and Abigail Franklin, UC Berkeley, Haas School of Business. Team members included Ashley Gaur, Kendenn Rose, Dan Whelan, Joe Wilson, and Sirui Zhou.
CREATE Workforce Update – Q1 2025
Check out the latest news and updates from CREATE, including program highlights, upcoming events, and impact stories from the first quarter of 2025.
Read the full update
New Podcast Episode: Paul Stein on Real Estate Cycles and Market Shifts
In this episode, host Drew Hess sits down with Paul Stein, Co-Founder and Principal at SKS Partners, to discuss the cyclical nature of real estate, market shifts, and the key lessons he’s learned over decades in development. With a mix of deep industry knowledge and engaging storytelling, Paul’s insights offer valuable takeaways for developers, investors, and real estate professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve.
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Introducing your 2025 NAIOP SFBA President Adam Voelker
President's Message
Serving as President in 2025 alongside top notch commercial real estate professionals and dedicated volunteers in our region is a true honor. Having participated in our chapter for the last ten years and previously in Washington D.C., I’ve built friendships and a professional network that would not have been possible without NAIOP. While segments of the commercial real estate business are experiencing challenging market conditions, our chapter is laser focused on delivering value to our membership. With approximately 120 chapter volunteers across programming and committees, we are here to serve you!
2025 Best of the Bay Awards Recap
NAIOP SFBA held its 11th Annual Best of the Bay Awards on Thursday, March 13th at the historic Julia Morgan Ballroom. Luis Belmonte was back as master of ceremonies employing his famous gong.
Lively and upbeat, the Best of the Bay is a unique commercial real estate awards competition which features attendees picking the winners in real time using keypads. As each award is introduced nominees give a creative pitch to steer votes in their direction. If they fail to wow the audience or drone on too long, they are gonged!
Congratulations to This Year’s Winners!
Unlock Career Growth with the NAIOP SFBA Developing Leaders Mentorship Program!
The NAIOP SFBA Developing Leaders Mentorship Program is back for 2025, offering young professionals under 35 in the commercial real estate industry an exclusive opportunity to connect with top industry leaders, gain valuable insights, and expand their professional network.
NAIOP SFBA Engages in Leadership & Advocacy at National Retreat in Washington, D.C.
NAIOP San Francisco Bay Area (SFBA) had an impactful week in Washington, D.C., at the NAIOP Chapter Leadership & Legislative Retreat. This annual gathering brought together chapter leaders from across the country to exchange ideas, discuss industry trends, and advocate for policies that support commercial real estate.
CBPA Legislative Update
NAIOP SFBA is sharing this CBPA Weekly Update to keep our members informed on legislative and industry developments affecting commercial real estate.
Stay up to date on key policy changes, advocacy efforts, and upcoming events. Read the full update here
LA Wildfire Resources: Support & Assistance for Communities Affected
Wildfires continue to pose significant challenges for communities across California, including the Los Angeles region. As part of the broader NAIOP network, we want to share valuable resources available to those impacted by these devastating events.
The NAIOP SoCal chapter has compiled a comprehensive LA Wildfire Resources page, providing key information on emergency assistance, recovery programs, and ways to support affected businesses and individuals. This resource includes: