Fundamentals of Real Estate Development

Event Details

The Fundamentals of Real Estate Development is an intense two-day course that features dynamic industry veterans sharing their expertise through interactive classroom discussions and exercises guiding you through the various steps in the development process.

Topics we will be covering include:

Land Acquisitions

Acquisition process
Sourcing & assembling sites
Deal structures (approach & Negotiations)
Risks & Considerations – due diligence

Approvals

Navigating approvals
Planning due diligence
Communication & engagement tools

Financing

Types of Capital
Debt vs. Equity
Risk & Return

Sales & Marketing

How to build a sales & marketing strategy
Identifying target markets
Maximizing sales team effectiveness

Construction

Budgets and schedules
Drawings, specifications and contracts
Cost and quality control

You will leave with a solid understanding of the development process and meet many new industry colleagues.

There are limited spots available so register early to secure your seat and learn from the best in the industry!

Please join us for this session from the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh),

Fine Print:

Cancellation & Substitution

14 days written notice to cancel with no penalties.
Substitutions allowed.

General Registration Information

Includes all meals and digital course materials.
Guest information including dietary restriction/allergen must be updated at least 14 days prior to event.

Ticket Transfer

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The recipient must accept the transfer to complete the process.
For changes within 48 hours of the event, please email us directly.

Non Member Tickets:

Tickets for Non Members may be available starting on December 15, 2024 and is subject to availability.
Tickets are $1750+taxes per ticket

Speakers

Blaire Chisholm
Chief Operating Officer at Pooni Group
https://poonigroup.com
Blaire manages many of the firm's most complex projects, specializing in sustainability and project management. Prior to joining the firm in 2007, her experience included working with environmental non-governmental organizations, research and policy consultancies, and architectural and planning firms across Canada. Blaire holds a Master's Degree in Urban Planning from McGill University and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Conservation and Resource Management from the University of Alberta. She is a member of the Canadian Institute of Planners.
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Lilian Kan
Director of Development at Colliers Strategy and Consulting
Champston Le
Director of Axiom Builders Inc.
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Cameron MacGregor
Vice President, Investments at Concert Properties Ltd.
Jamie Squires
President & Managing Broker at Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Ltd.
Michael Von Hausen
President at MVH Urban Planning & Design
https://mvhinc.com/
Michael is in the business of planning, designing, and building great communities that inspire and add value in every dimension of community life. He brings over 35 years of experience from across North America and around the World in areas of public and private sector design, development and finance. He is President of MVH Urban Planning & Design Inc. and Adjunct Professor at Simon Fraser University and Vancouver Island University. MVH continues to win numerous provincial and national awards for innovative cutting-edge development planning and design. Michael was made a fellow of the Canadian Institute of Planners in 2016 for his distinguished career and contributions to the professional.
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