2026 Commercial Real Estate Summit

Council of Presented by the Commercial Real Summit Foundation

📅 Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | 🕘 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Join more than 165 commercial real estate professionals, developers, investors, city leaders, and community stakeholders for the premier real estate event in Oklahoma. The 2025 Commercial Real Estate Summit offers a full day of dynamic panels, expert insights, and unparalleled networking opportunities.

Early bird registration is now open, Select "Get Tickets" and select the "Early Bird Registration" to get your ticket almost half off the regular price. Deadline for earlybird is December 31st, 2026.

Thank you to our previous 2025 Sponsors and Exhibitors, sponsor opportunities will be available in beginning of November.

Exhibitors:

- Solid Rock Realtors

Copper Mark Public Adjuster

Commissioners of the Land Office

OREC

UCO Real Estate Club

"subURBA" Author David Chapman

Bison Restoration Company

Stewart Title Comany

Come visit these organizations and network with them at our event!

Info: Registration opens at 8:30 AM. Come early to grab breakfast before our welcome session, featuring Breakfast with Russell Evans, followed by the Keynote and the Urban Development Panel with David Chapman.

Info: Kick off the Summit with a dynamic morning program. Dr. Russell Evans will open with an economic outlook, sharing insights on the trends shaping Oklahoma’s
economy and their impact on commercial real estate.
Following his remarks, J. David Chapman, PhD will facilitate the Urban Developers Panel, featuring some of Oklahoma’s most forward-thinking developers. The discussion
will highlight urban infill, pocket neighborhoods, adaptive reuse, and walkable design, exploring how innovative projects are creating people-centered, resilient
communities and what it means for the future of development across the state.

Info: Access to capital remains one of the most
critical—and complex—factors in successful
commercial real estate development. This session
brings together industry professionals to explore a
variety of funding mechanisms available to CRE
developers and investors. Panelists will discuss Small
Business Administration (SBA) loan programs,
Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE)
financing, and other innovative funding strategies
shaping the market. Matthew will address TIF and
Opportunity Zones

Info: In this session, discover how artificial
intelligence and smart technology are streamlining and
transforming commercial real estate transactions. From
deal sourcing and market analysis to underwriting, due
diligence, and closing, technology is changing the way
professionals work—and compete.
Our featured speaker will share practical insights and
examples of how AI tools are being used to automate
tasks, enhance data accuracy, and improve client
experience throughout the transaction process. You’ll
also learn about emerging trends, recommended
platforms, and how to adopt tech tools in a way that
adds value without losing the personal touch that drives
deals.

Info: 4-hour course designed to equip
commercial real estate professionals with essential AI
skills. Learn how to use large language models for
market analysis, financial modeling, and marketing
strategy. From lease abstraction to social media content
creation, this session will show you how to integrate AI
into everyday workflows and boost efficiency across the
CRE lifecycle. Earn 4 Hours of OREC CE Credit.

Info: Learn about the resources available
through the City of Oklahoma City’s Brownfields
Program, supported by the EPA. This session will cover
funding opportunities and technical assistance for
environmental assessments, remediation, and site
cleanup. Whether you're redeveloping vacant lots or
managing potential contamination, discover how these
tools can help reduce risk, support revitalization, and
move your projects forward

Info: : Join us for an overview of key findings from
the newly released Oklahoma Housing Needs
Assessment. Learn how to register on the website,
access the full database, and use this powerful tool to
identify housing needs across the state.

Info: Transit is transforming real estate markets across the country. Richard Andreski, CEO of Trinity Metro in Fort Worth, will share lessons learned from implementing
commuter rail and bus rapid transit in one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions. His keynote will explore how regional mobility investments can reshape site selection,
attract talent, and unlock new development opportunities in Oklahoma.

Info: As the Oklahoma City Regional Transit
Authority (RTA) advances its plans, new opportunities
are emerging for the commercial real estate sector.
This panel will explore how the implementation of
regional transit can reshape development patterns,
unlock new corridors of investment, and drive longterm value across the metro. Panelists will discuss the timeline and vision of the RTA, how CRE professionals
can position themselves around future transit
infrastructure, and what lessons can be learned from
other markets that have leveraged transit to spur
growth.

Info: Technical guidance on accessing state supported housing programs to address Oklahoma’s evolving housing needs.

Info: : The brokerage landscape is evolving rapidly
as higher interest rates, shifting tenant demand, and
new technologies reshape commercial real estate. This
session brings together leading brokers across the four
major asset classes—multifamily, industrial, retail, and
office to share insights into their respective sectors,
discuss market challenges, and explore strategies for
thriving in a changing environment. From last-mile
logistics to experiential retail, hybrid office demand to
multifamily investment trends, panelists will explore
how client expectations, data tools, and deal structures
are redefining the role of the broker in 2025 and
beyond.

Info: Wrap up the Summit with a special celebration at 3:30 p.m., directly following the sessions. Join us for Happy Hour as we announce and recognize this year’s Hall of Fame
inductees, Mark Beffort and Mo Anderson—two visionaries whose leadership and impact have shaped Oklahoma’s commercial real estate industry. Awards will be presented
during this reception, with a formal Hall of Fame Gala to be hosted in spring 2026 to honor their achievements. Enjoy drinks, networking, and the chance to celebrate two of
the industry’s most influential leaders.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Nigh University Center, 100 North University Drive, Edmond, United States

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