2025 State of the Market
Join us for the second annual “State of the Market” presented by NAIOP Indiana. Prepare to delve into an in-depth analysis of Indiana's commercial real estate landscape, as our distinguished panelists share their expertise and perspectives on key market trends, investment strategies, and development opportunities shaping Indiana's commercial real estate landscape. The event will start with a macroeconomic update from Colliers, followed by an expert panel of representatives of all facets of the CRE market.
Joint Industry Luncheon w/ NAIOP, IndyCREW, BOMA, ULI, CREA, IREM, IFMA, CCIM
Join NAIOP Indiana along with other industry groups including IndyCREW, BOMA Indiana, ULI Indiana, IFMA Indianapolis, ICBR, CREA, CCIM, IREM and SIOR for the largest commercial real estate luncheon of the year!
The split of Indiana University and Purdue University’s shared Indianapolis campus marked a historic shift in the state’s higher education landscape. Now, both universities are forging bold, independent paths with ambitious plans to grow and reshape their downtown Indy footprints. These investments—and the public-private partnerships they’re sparking—stand to redefine the city’s skyline, neighborhoods, and long-term economic outlook.
Construction Trends Update
Join NAIOP Indiana for a timely and insightful discussion on the current state of the construction market within the industrial and multifamily sectors. As inflation, tariff uncertainty, and shifting commercial real estate dynamics continue to challenge developers, our panel of industry leaders will break down what’s driving volatility—and what to expect in the months ahead.
Hear from Landon Paddock and Ben Titus with ARCO Design/Build and Matt Anderson with The Garrett Companies, as they examine key issues impacting the construction pipeline.
PicklePalooza Pickleball Tournament
Get ready to serve, volley, and network your way to victory at NAIOP Indiana’s second annual PicklePalooza, a pickleball tournament for the commercial real estate industry! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, PicklePalooza offers something for everyone, combining the excitement of sport with the opportunity to build valuable business connections.
Developing Leader Breakfast Series #3: Lending
Join us this summer for NAIOP Indiana’s Developing Leaders Educational Breakfast Series, tailored specifically for commercial real estate professionals age 35 and under.
Whether you're underwriting your first deal or refining your closing process, this three-part series is designed to give you a deeper understanding of the foundational components behind every successful CRE transaction:
Developing Leader Breakfast Series #2: Title
Join us this summer for NAIOP Indiana’s Developing Leaders Educational Breakfast Series, tailored specifically for commercial real estate professionals age 35 and under.
Whether you're underwriting your first deal or refining your closing process, this three-part series is designed to give you a deeper understanding of the foundational components behind every successful CRE transaction:
Third Annual Indiana Incentives Update
Join NAIOP Indiana and national site selection firm KSM Location Advisors for a timely update on Indiana’s legislative developments – focusing on how the current administration’s priorities have shaped economic development and property tax policy and what could resurface in 2026.
We’ll also dive into emerging trends in business incentives, recent changes at the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), the emergence of new local economic development organizations, and evolving priorities statewide. Whether you’re new to incentives or just need a refresher, we’ll wrap up with a quick overview of the core tools available to businesses across the state.
Developing Leader Breakfast Series #1: TIF
Join us this summer for NAIOP Indiana’s Developing Leaders Educational Breakfast Series, tailored specifically for commercial real estate professionals age 35 and under.
Whether you're underwriting your first deal or refining your closing process, this three-part series is designed to give you a deeper understanding of the foundational components behind every successful CRE transaction:
2025 NAIOP Awards Dinner
The 17th Annual NAIOP Real Estate Awards, is the premier commercial real estate event recognizing outstanding development projects and brokerage professionals for industrial, office, multifamily and mixed-use properties in Indiana completed in 2024. The evening will bring together developers, owners, brokers, designers and their teams - an event you will not want to miss! The night will begin with a cocktail hour on the patio and will be followed by dinner and awards. After dinner, we invite you to join us at the garden pavilion for an after party with a live band to celebrate the winners!
Insights & Trends in Multifamily Housing
NAIOP is excited to introduce our first multifamily housing event, covering the current state of multifamily housing, both within Indiana and across the nation. Esteemed experts in the field will gather to discuss the various trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the multifamily housing market. The event will commence with a market update presented by George Tikijian, Vice Chair at CBRE. Following the market update, there will be a panel discussion addressing recent developments, economic factors, and policy changes that influence the housing sector.
2024 State of the Market
Join us for the first annual “State of the Market” presented by NAIOP Indiana. Prepare to delve into an in-depth analysis of Indiana's commercial real estate landscape, as our distinguished panelists share their expertise and perspectives on key market trends, investment strategies, and development opportunities shaping Indiana's commercial real estate landscape.
2024 University Challenge
Join NAIOP Indiana for the 2024 University Challenge, where the next generation of industry leaders will showcase their skills in a dynamic case study competition. University student teams will compete to deliver the best redevelopment plan for the South Grove Golf Course. This competition invites attendees to witness innovative strategies as the next generation of leaders present their visions for turning the site into a profitable and feasible project and will have the opportunity to determine the winning team through live voting.
PicklePalooza
Get ready to serve, volley, and network your way to victory at NAIOP Indiana’s first annual PicklePalooza, a pickleball tournament for the commercial real estate industry!
Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, PicklePalooza offers something for everyone, combining the excitement of sport with the opportunity to build valuable business connections.
Secure your spot in the pickleball showdown of the year! Registration is open to individuals, teams and spectators! For those who don’t want to compete, join us for an instructional clinic with pickleball pros who will teach the fundamentals of the sport. Or if you want to just watch the action, register as a spectator. Spots are limited, so don't miss your chance to participate in this unique blend of sport and networking!
CRE Workshop for Developing Leaders
Join us for an exclusive CRE Workshop designed specifically for young professionals under 35 in the commercial real estate industry! This dynamic workshop offers a unique opportunity to enhance your knowledge and expand your network through direct interactions with leading experts in various key sectors of CRE.
Subject Matter Experts:
Law: Aaron Aft and Justin Crawford, Ice Miller
Title: Denise Kouril and Pete Baratta, Meridian Title
Construction: John Cummins and Matt Brauer, Peterson Construction
Finance: Owen Pryor and Emily Mosier, CBIZ Somerset
Lendor: Erin Detwiller and Tony Kaufman, First Merchants Bank
Investor: Troy Shiley and Max Von Deylen, Valeo Financial
Second Annual Indiana Incentives Update
Join NAIOP Indiana for an exclusive session featuring KSM Location Advisors CEO, Katie Culp, and Vice President, Amy McDonald. Gain insights into the ever-evolving landscape of economic development incentives directly from industry experts. From hot legislative topics such as Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to the Mile Square Economic Enhancement District, discover key trends shaping the real estate market.
MEMBERS ONLY!
2024 NAIOP Indiana Awards Dinner
The 16th Annual NAIOP Real Estate Awards, is the premier commercial real estate event recognizing outstanding development projects and brokerage professionals for industrial, office and mixed use properties in Indiana completed in 2023.
The evening will bring together developers, owners, brokers, designers and their teams - this is an event you will not want to miss! The night will begin with a cocktail hour on the terrace at The Biltwell and will be followed by dinner and awards. After dinner, we invite you to stay and join us at the lower level bar for an after party with a live band to celebrate the winners!
Attendance is by table only
Occupier Trends Panel Event
NAIOP Indiana is excited to host an “Occupier Trends” Panel on Thursday, February 29th at Iron & Ember in Carmel. Please join us to hear our dynamic panelists of Indianapolis’ leading office and industrial brokers, moderated by Wes Podell of Podell Partners. Each panelist will provide their comprehensive outlook, including current observations and predictions for asset-specific trends and leasing decisions of office and industrial occupiers in 2024. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from industry leaders in the Indianapolis market to stay ahead of the curve. Register now to secure your spot at this informative event.
University Challenge
NAIOP Indiana invites you to an exciting event featuring future leaders of the commercial real estate industry, college students sharing ideas about the redevelopment of a 26 acre parcel of land south of downtown Zionsville. The winning team will receive the Wally F. Holladay Entrepreneurial Excellence Award and a $5,000 Scholarship provided by the Opus Foundation.
Attendees will have the opportunity to:
Help shape the outcome of the competition through audience voting
Gain inspiration from fresh perspectives on redevelopment ideas
Meet and network with students, team coaches, judges, subject matter experts and fellow attendees
Joint Luncheon with NAIOP, IndyCREW, ULI, BOMA, CCIM, CREA, IREM, IFMA
According to a major study conducted by Gallup, a significant 60% of employees experience emotional detachment at work, and 19% are downright miserable. The study also revealed that workers in the United States and Canada are among the most anxious and stressed-out in the world. CJ McClanahan will be leading a discussion with a panel of unreformed overachievers, and he will provide practical strategies to help overcome the chaos and prioritize a healthier lifestyle without sacrificing career goals. You're invited to attend one of the largest industry luncheons of the year, hosted by BOMA, CCIM, CREA, IndyCREW, IFMA, IREM, NAIOP, and ULI.
Capital Markets Panel Discussion
Join NAIOP Indianapolis for a capital markets panel to discuss the market volatility to commercial estate capital and outlook. The panel will feature four panelists who are industry leaders in the Indianapolis market, that will provide their perspective on the changing commercial real estate landscape in today’s climate.
Social Networking Event at Sun King Carmel
Join NAIOP Indiana for Social Networking Event at Sun King Carmel. Say goodbye to Summer on Sun King's outdoor patio overlooking Midtown Carmel and enjoy a refreshing beverage with some of Indiana's leading commercial real estate professionals!
Developing Leaders Power Panel
A unique and exclusive opportunity for NAIOP Developing Leaders (members and prospective members age 35 or younger) to hear from an esteemed panel of commercial real estate professionals. This event will feature five leaders in our Indianapolis market who will share details about their careers, lessons learned, and advice for young professionals.
Trends in Incentives Breakfast
Join NAIOP Indiana as members of the KSM Location Advisors team will outline trends they are seeing in economic development incentives. From changes made during the legislative session, including READI 2.0, to how various localities have changed their outlook and use of incentives tools. Our experts will arm you with the knowledge needed about how these changes could positively or negatively impact you and your clients.
2023 NAIOP Indiana Real Estate Awards Dinner
The 15th Annual NAIOP Real Estate Awards, is the premier commercial real estate event recognizing outstanding development projects and brokerage professionals for industrial, office and mixed use properties in Indiana completed in 2022. In addition to the awards, we will be honoring Duke Realty Corporation and its professionals for their transformative impact on the commercial real estate industry in Indianapolis.
The evening will bring together developers, owners, brokers, designers and their teams - this is an event you will not want to miss! The night will begin with a cocktail hour on the terrace at The Biltwell and will be followed by dinner and awards. After dinner, we invite you to stay and join us at the lower level bar for an after party with a live band to celebrate the winners!
Whiskey Business - Networking Event
Join NAIOP Indiana for "Whiskey Business" at Indiana's newest 30,000 square-foot whiskey operation. West Fork Whiskey, located adjacent to Grand Park in Westfield, features a footprint that includes Mash House restaurant, Stave cocktail lounge, a retail shop and event space making the new property one of the largest craft whiskey operations in the country, which will produce more than 5,000 53-barrels a year.
The State of Construction
NAIOP Indiana is pleased to host “The State of Construction,” presented by James Belange and Rich Prestholt with Compass Commercial Construction Group. The combination of continued supply chain constraints, inflationary pressures, and rapidly changing market dynamics for CRE developers is creating volatility in the construction industry. Compass is closely monitoring market conditions through their trade partners and expertise in the marketplace. Please join NAIOP Indiana to gain insight from the Compass team regarding construction trends and pricing expectations for 2023.
University Challenge
NAIOP Indiana invites you to an exciting event featuring future leaders of the commercial real estate industry, college students sharing ideas about the redevelopment of a 73 acre parcel of land near the Indianapolis International Airport. The winning team will receive the Wally F. Holladay Entrepreneurial Excellence Award and a $5,000 Scholarship provided by the Opus Foundation.
Attendees will have the opportunity to:
Help shape the outcome of the competition through audience voting Gain inspiration from fresh perspectives on redevelopment ideas
Meet and network with students, team coaches, judges, subject matter experts and fellow attendees.
Thursday, November 3, 2022
4:00 - 6:00 PM
NCAA Hall of Champions
700 W. Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Members: $20
Non-Members: $30
Students/Faculty: Free
Joint Luncheon with NAIOP, IndyCREW, BOMA. CCIM, IFMA: "The Office is Alive and Well"
Join BOMA, IndyCREW, NAIOP, CCIM and IFMA in October for a joint luncheon! This collaborative networking and lunch event amongst five of Indianapolis’ leading commercial real estate associations will be one you will not want to miss. Guest speaker, Meghan Tooman, will discuss the importance of the office space. Do we still need office space? Is everyone going to work from home forever? DORIS conducted a research study to explore how exactly working remotely affects collaboration. Instead of asking ourselves whether or not we need office spaces, let’s ask ourselves how the spaces from which we’re working promote collaboration, communication, and creative energy. And if they don’t, what does?
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Ritz Charles, Carmel
11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
Members: $45
Guests: $60
Register Now!