Monday, July 13, 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Opening Panel: Women in C Suite: Behind the Curtain from Women Who Lead

Step into the opening session of the GlobeSt. Women of Influence Conference with a powerful, behind-the-scenes look at leadership from the women shaping the future of real estate. In this candid conversation, top executives share the triumphs, turning points, and hard-earned lessons that defined their paths to the C-suite. Attendees will gain an unfiltered look at how these leaders make decisions, navigate uncertainty, champion culture, and drive innovation, all while breaking barriers and setting new standards for the industry.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Executive Leadership Luncheon

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | From Ascent to Legacy: Navigating Leadership at Every Stage Presented by the GlobeSt Male Alliance Board

This executive-level discussion led by the Male Alliance Board examines the full arc of leadership in commercial real estate. From rising into the C‑suite, to leading with authority, to thoughtfully planning what comes next. The session explores how today’s leaders can elevate their impact while intentionally creating space for the next generation of talent.

Key Topics Include:

  • The Retiring Cliff & the New Face of CRE
    Addressing demographic shifts, leadership turnover, and the opportunities these changes create to redefine who leads and how leadership shows up in the industry.
  • The C‑Suite Ascent: Authoritative Language & the Body Language of Leadership
    How communication style, presence, and nonverbal cues influence credibility, power, and perception at the highest levels of leadership.
  • The Leadership Descent: Strategic Succession Planning
    Moving from individual success to organizational legacy through intentional succession strategies that ensure continuity, growth, and inclusive leadership pipelines.

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM | Networking Break

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

The Savvy Investor: Institutional Investment Strategies

In a rapidly shifting investment landscape, today’s most successful leaders must navigate evolving investor expectations, risk profiles, and portfolio priorities with confidence and foresight. This session brings together top women shaping institutional capital decisions to explore how strategies are adapting across cycles. This session will unpack emerging trends in asset allocation, deal structures, fundraising, and partnership models, while highlighting the tactics investors are using to balance opportunity with risk.



Jennifer Litwak, Esq., President & CEO - PEP Housing
Sondra Wenger, Head of Capital Markets - KBS

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Beyond the Balance Sheet: Strategic Asset Management

Dive into the strategies that separate top-performing CRE portfolios from the rest. This session will examine how Asset Managers are maximizing asset value through data-driven decision-making, operational efficiency, and creative repositioning. Learn how forward-thinking leaders are going beyond financial metrics to manage risk, enhance performance, and future-proof their assets in a competitive market.

Mary Rottler, Chief Operating Officer - First Washington Realty
Donna Blair, Chief Operating Officer - Pacific Retail Capital Partners

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Building Your Capital Stack: Insights into Capital Markets

Get an inside look at how shifting interest rates, lending standards, and investor sentiment are influencing real estate financing and investment strategies. This session brings together capital markets experts to break down current debt and equity trends, uncover where capital is flowing, and identify how savvy investors are adapting to secure competitive returns in a changing financial environment.



Meghan Varga, Senior Managing Director - Newmark

Leisure Networking Activities

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Activity 1

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Activity 2

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Activity 3

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Women of Influence Awards Cocktail Reception*

*This event requires a separate fee and registration.

7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | Women of Influence Awards Dinner*

*This event requires a separate fee and registration.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

6:30 AM - 7:30 AM | Morning Yoga

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Networking Breakfast

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Opening Keynote: Owning Your Narrative: Turning Misperception into Empowerment with Amanda Knox

In a world quick to define who we are, reclaiming your story becomes an act of courage and power. Amanda Knox, journalist, author, and advocate, shares her remarkable journey from being publicly misjudged to transforming that experience into a platform for truth, resilience, and purpose. In this deeply personal and thought-provoking keynote, Amanda explores what it means to confront misperception, rebuild identity, and harness the strength that comes from owning your voice. Walk away inspired to challenge the narratives imposed on you, redefine your professional and personal legacies, and lead with authenticity, clarity, and confidence.

This session is a reminder that your story—told on your own terms—can become your greatest source of empowerment.


Amanda Knox, Journalist and New York Times Bestselling Author


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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Morning Networking Break

Executive Breakouts I

Executive Breakouts II

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Networking Lunch

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM | The State of Retail Real Estate: Market Realities, Momentum, and the Road Ahead

In this compelling afternoon keynote, Chief Operating Officer of ICSC, Whitney Livingston, will deliver a timely economic outlook on the retail real estate sector. Attendees will gain actionable insights, key metrics, and data-driven frameworks to support more confident investment decisions, strengthen client and team performance, and position their portfolios for success in 2027 and beyond.

Whitney Livingston, Chief Operating Officer - ICSC

2:30 PM - 2:50 PM | 1:1 Unplugged I

2:50 PM - 3:50 PM | AI Literacy: Turning Buzzwords into Practical Application & Bottom-Line Value

Cut through the hype and discover how artificial intelligence is transforming The CRE landscape. This session will show owners practical ways to leverage AI for predictive analytics, operational efficiency, tenant engagement, and portfolio optimization, turning buzzwords into tangible value that impacts the bottom line.

3:50 PM - 4:20 PM | Networking Break

4:20 PM - 4:40 PM | 1:1 Unplugged II

4:40 PM - 5:40 PM | Anatomy of a Deal: Deconstructing CRE Transactions

Closing out the 2026 Women of Influence conference, our expert dealmakers will provide a comprehensive breakdown of the CRE transactions process, from initial analysis to final acquisition. Participants will gain a deep understanding of the key elements that drive successful CRE deals, including market analysis, property valuation, financing structures, due diligence, and negotiation strategies. Through real-world case studies and expert insights, attendees will learn how to evaluate risk, assess potential returns, and structure deals that maximize value.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Closing Reception: Neon Nights & Line Dancing Party!


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