Date: 22nd October 2024 Venue: Radisson Blu Hotel, Bucharest
10:00 - 10:30
What's next for the CEE economy? – Outlook for 2025
People:
10:30 - 11:15
Leading international minds in economics: Shaping the future of CEE
Chair: Csanád Csürös, CEO, Property Forum
Conversation participants:
11:45 - 12:00
Welcome remarks by Property Forum and introducing the host of the day
Following the welcoming words of Property Forum's CEO, the host of the day will introduce the agenda.
James Dearsley is a global proptech and innovation guru who looks at industry problems a little differently. His whole career has been built on understanding many of the industry challenges in relation to change and digital transformation and is currently writing a book about leadership and transformation in the real estate sector.
People:
12:00 - 12:30
Demystifying AI: Real-life applications in real estate
People:
12:30 - 13:10
Getting the big picture – The future of real estate discussed by business leaders
Chair: James Dearsley, CEO EMEA, Verv
Conversation participants:
13:10 - 13:50
New growth horizons – SEE hotel market update
Chair: Nicolas Horky, Partner, Head of Hotel Transactions CEE & SEE, Cushman & Wakefield
Conversation participants:
14:50 - 15:00
Revitalization as an opportunity for growth
When new construction projects become difficult, the opportunities lie in expanding, optimizing and changing existing portfolios. What ideas and market potential are there? Kaufland's Dominik Uhe presents an exciting approach to revitalizing retail real estate.
People:
15:00 - 15:40
All eyes on retail – New strategies bring investors’ return
Chair: Carmen Ravon, Head of Retail Occupiers CEE, CBRE
Conversation participants:
15:40 - 16:20
The future of working in the office – How to create the best assets?
Chair: Valentin Neagu, Managing Director, Crosspoint Real Estate
Conversation participants:
16:20 - 17:00
Have we reached the peak? – Romania residential market update
Chair: Cristina Dumitrache, Chief Business Development Officer, Rustler Romania
Conversation participants:
14:50 - 15:40
The future of real estate marketing – How to stand out in 2025?
Chair: Natalia Gross, Regional Head of Marketing & Communications, Knight Frank CSEE
Conversation participants:
Join us to taste the special delicacies of Bucharest's well-known eclair shop, French Revolution.
17:30 - 18:10
The class of 2025 – Investor expectations for the year ahead
Chair: Mirela Calota, Director, Deal Advisory - Real Estate and Infrastructure, KPMG
Conversation participants:
18:10 - 18:20
Live interview with 2024’s Personality of the Year
The recipient of Property Forum’s “Personality of the Year” award for 2024 will be revealed and they'll be interviewed live on stage.
Join us to celebrate the best projects, most impactful transactions and most inspiring personalities and companies in the Romanian real estate market.
18:20 - 19:00
Opening of the Drinks Bar
19:00 - 19:15
Introducing the SEE Property Forum Awards Gala hosts
Two charismatic hosts will guide you through an unforgettable evening at the SEE Property Forum Awards Gala.
Sonia Argint is not just a TV show host, she's a famous public personality in Romania. With a massive number of social media followers (over 100,000), she has captivated audiences with her wellness and lifestyle insights. Sonia is also the visionary founder of "Doer," an awarded and daring platform that's making waves.
James Dearsley is a globally recognized thought leader known for his unconventional approach to industry challenges. He possesses an uncanny ability to foresee future trends, earning him a reputation as a trusted voice. Having delivered nearly 150 speeches across 6 continents, he's a true global influencer. James is currently authoring a book on leadership and transformation in the real estate sector.
19:15 - 22:00
SEE Property Forum Awards Gala
SEE Property Forum Awards celebrate the best projects, most impactful transactions and most inspiring personalities and companies in the Romanian real estate market. The winner of each Property Forum award was selected by our exclusive jury, comprising the crème de la crème of the Romanian real estate industry.
Jury members:
Catalin Jaloba (BCR), Yannick Van de Parre (Speedwell), Romulus Andrei (Banca Transilvania), Andreea Ciobanu (Hagag), Emma Toma (AFI), Valentin Rosu (Lion's Head), Costin Nistor (Fortim) , Bogdan Doicescu (Bog'Art), Gabriel Biris (Biris Goran), Roxana Bencze (Knight Frank), Cristina Oprea (STRABAG Romania), Gijs Klomp (WDP), Bogdan Papandopol (Dentons), Victor Constantinescu (Kinstellar), Vlad Stanislav & Charles Boudet (iO Partners), Robert Ionita (NEPI), Valentin Neagu (Crosspoint), Cristina Mihai (Raiffeisen), Marius Persenea (Iulius), Tim Wilkinson (Indotek Group), Vlad Drăgoescu (Revetas Capital), Ema Iftimie (Globalworth), Mihai Paduroiu (One United Properties), Eduard Ancuta (Rentguard), Andrei Bentea (CTP), Andreea Druga (Paval Holding), Ionut Bindea (Roca Industry), Alex Skouras (Alesonor), Bogdan Bălașa (HILS Development), Ramona Eftime (IFC), Angelica Pantilie (B+N), Monica Bărcuțean (STRABAG Real Estate)
Award categories