Wilbur F. Breslin Center for Real Estate Studies Frank G. Zarb School of Business and
The Institute of Real Estate at Hofstra University present
Prospects of Real Estate and Alternative Investments: 2018 and Beyond
4 Herman A. Berliner, Dean Frank G. Zarb School of Business 4 Mark J. Lesko, Executive Dean Wilbur F. Breslin Center for Real Estate Studies
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8 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Hofstra University Club, David S. Mack Hall North Campus
9:50-11:25 a.m.
Real Estate: Investments, REITs, Managing Risk & Taxes
e are very pleased you have joined us for “Prospects of Real Estate and Alternative Investments: 2018 and Beyond.” For today’s conference, the Breslin Center brings together the resources of the Frank G. Zarb School of Business and the Institute of Real Estate at Hofstra University. The Zarb School faculty believes that now, more than ever, the world of business seeks graduates who have a deep understanding of the business environment, but who are also familiar with literature and the arts, have command of the spoken and written word, and have an understanding of science and its impact on industry. To achieve this end, the Zarb School offers a broad, well-rounded program of study guided by an experienced faculty committed to excellence. Today, numerous Zarb School graduates are leaders of some of the largest corporations in the United States.
Brian Gabel Wealth Management Advisor, TIAA-CREF
Joshua A. Harris, PhD, CRE, CCIM, CAIA Academic Director and Clinical Assistant Professor of Real Estate Schack Institute of Real Estate, NYU School of Professional Studies
Joseph McBride-Meara, CFA Associate, Research and Product Management, Trepp LLC
Roya Nouvini Vice President, Commercial Real Estate, TD Bank
Michael J. O’Leary Executive Vice President, RXR Realty
This conference offers a national and international perspective on investment opportunities. Our keynote speakers and panelists represent some of the most outstanding members of the real estate and financial communities, and they are participating today because of the extraordinary efforts of the conference directors, Professors Ehsan Nikbakht and Andrew Spieler.
Moderator Dr. Robert Campbell Associate Professor of Finance, Frank G. Zarb School of Business Hofstra University
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We hope you enjoy the conference. Herman A. Berliner Dean Frank G. Zarb School of Business
Mark J. Lesko Executive Dean Wilbur F. Breslin Center for Real Estate Studies
Conference Co-Directors: Dr. Ehsan Nikbakht and Dr. Andrew Spieler Department of Finance Frank G. Zarb School of Business Hofstra University
Prospects of Real Estate and Alternative Investments: 2018 and Beyond 8-8:30 a.m.
Registration with Buffet Breakfast
8:30-9:50 a.m. Welcoming Remarks
Mark J. Lesko, Executive Dean Wilbur F. Breslin Center for Real Estate Studies
Introduction of Keynote Speaker
Herman A. Berliner, Dean Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Hofstra University
Keynote Address
Dr. H. Kent Baker, University Professor, Department of Finance and Real Estate, Kogod School of Business, American University
11:25 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Alternative Investments: ETFS, Venture Capital, and
Contemporary Issues
Thomas Gray Vice President, Senior Regulatory Advisor, Deutsche Bank
Hossein B. Kazemi Director, Center for International Securities and Derivatives Markets and Michael and Cheryl Philipp Endowed Professor of Finance University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Luke McAuliffe, CEP President, Transparent Energy
Gerald O’Donnell CEO of Roberts & Ryan Investments Inc., a Service Disabled Veteran Owned (SDVO) Broker Dealer
Greg Sherry, CFA Vice President, Magnitude Capital, LLC
Moderator Dominique G. Outlaw Assistant Professor of Finance, Frank G. Zarb School of Business Hofstra University Introduction Dr. Janet Lenaghan Vice Dean, Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Hofstra University 12:30-2 p.m.
Luncheon Keynote Address
Keyvan Firouzi, CFA Director, Preferred Return
2-2:15 p.m.
Closing Remarks
Dr. Ehsan Nikbakht Professor of Finance, Frank G. Zarb School of Business Hofstra University
Dr. Andrew Spieler Professor of Finance, Frank G. Zarb School of Business Hofstra University