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NEXT Content is built primarily around multi-session programs in Q1 & Q3 each year. Single events such as project tours or guest speakers will be limited during the year. The NEXT multi-session programs will cover a topic relevant to mid-career professionals and offer opportunities for in-depth learning and close peer connections

Leadership Committee

The NEXT Leadership Committee was formed to bring the real estate development professions together and steer the next generation of industry leaders towards better built projects. The committee was structured for this busy life-stage and to support one another in this mission. Redundant committee seats ensure teamwork and alleviate pressure when delivering objectives. Please reach out to our Membership Coordinator if you would like to become involved. 

Committee Structure

(1) Executive Director – (Jane Milici)

(1) Chair – Borden Edgerton – Strategic planning and objectives, conducts meetings, keeps committee on task for advancement, oversight for committee coordinator’s responsibilities and accountability, fills in gaps when necessary.

(2) Co-Chairs – (Evan Kaufman, Kevin Vonck)  Supports Chair in achieving NEXT objectives, see above Chair responsibilities.

(2) Secretary – (Pamela Witham, Thomas Jenkins) Takes notes at meetings, meeting action items sent out, assists Ex Director as necessary.

(1) Membership Coordinator – (Rebecca Costanzo) Creates strategy to engage existing members as well as recruit new non-members. Assist Ex Dir with marketing efforts, materials, e-blasts, etc. if needed. *additional seat available for BIPOC able to join*

(2) Diversity Coordinator – (open seat, open seat) Two coordinators to create and execute a longview strategy to increase BIPOC involvement within ULI-VA and the industry at large. Coordinates with Program Coordinators or Event Coordinators to promote the industry for BIPOC and increase future representation of BIPOC within the Finance, Development, A&E, and Construction industries.

(2) Events Coordinators – (Mary Starr, Daniel Langston) two coordinators to plan and execute events. Coordinates with program coord for support. Creates strategy for targeted quantity of events along with subject matter & timing. *additional seat available for BIPOC able to join*

(2) Program Coordinators – (Robbie Roach, Brantley Tyndall) two coordinators to plan and execute a beneficial training program for mid-career individuals. *additional seat available for BIPOC able to join*

(1) Eastern VA Chapter Representative – (Stede Barnes) a dedicated advocate living and working in the region. These representatives should help bring ideas to the table highlighting innovations within the region. Should also be capable of spearheading initiatives that highlight their region.

(1) Western VA Chapter Representative – (open seat) a dedicated advocate living and working in the region. These representatives should help bring ideas to the table highlighting innovations within the region. Should also be capable of spearheading initiatives that highlight their region. *additional seat available for BIPOC able to join*

Goals of the program:

• Understand development projects from start to finish and the professionals involved along the way 
• break down barriers between different professional sectors
• develop diverse skill sets in peer networks
• Get more done, better! Learn to avoid pitfalls, achieve higher visions, and work through challenges and constraints

The Peers and Careers program will launch in March 2024 and will host six, 2-hour sessions every two weeks. This first program flight will go through the real estate development process from start to finish and with real-world projects matched to it. Participants will meet representatives from topical projects and gain insight by understanding the obstacles and motivations of different professions involved throughout a project’s lifetime. 

2024 Peers & Careers Program 

ULI NEXT is excited to announce its debut flight for the cohort development program. This is a peer-to-peer program designed to create balanced teams with wide ranges of industry backgrounds and skills in real estate development. Each of the six-sessions in the program will highlight a stage in real estate development projects moving consecutively from start to finish.

The curriculum will provide opportunities to network, swap trade-skills, solve problems, and share real world experience with current projects. Expect to learn new perspectives while working with professionals of different skill sets and industry backgrounds. Upon completion, attendees will grasp the real estate development process, the professionals involved at each stage, and gain perspective on the unique obstacles they face.

2024 Program timeline:

January 22 – Applications Open

February 23 – Application Deadline

March 1 – Applicants Notified of Results

March 19 – Program Launch

Cost:

Members: $180 for the full six-session program, includes all materials and refreshments
Non-Members: $360 for the full six-session program, includes all materials and refreshments

APPLICATION LINK HERE

Session Schedule:

March

• Session 1 – Tues, 19th, 8:30 – 10:30 am – Scott’s Addition / Topic: Due Diligence & Pre-Development / Daniel Langston (IMEG) & Jake Bloom (Spy Rock Real Estate Group)

April

• Session 2 – Tues, 2nd, 8:30 – 10:30 am – Fall Line Trail / Topic: Planning, Placemaking, & Funding / Brantley Tyndall (Sports Backers’ Bike Walk RVA)

• Session 3 – Tues, 16th, 8:30 – 10:30 am – Manchester / Topic: Early Design, Zoning, and Permitting / Kevin Vonck (Richmond City Planning) & Bernard Harkless (Lynx Ventures)

• Session 4 – Tues, 30th, 8:30 – 10:30 am – Libbie Mill / Topic: Construction Documents / Borden Edgerton (InfraSGA)

May

• Session 5 – Tues, 14th, 8:30 – 10:30 am – Courthouse Landing / Topic: Bidding and Early Construction / Mary Starr (Shirley Contracting), Trevor Strauss (Metro Earthworks), & Joseph Miller (Shirley Contracting)
• Session 6 – Tues, 21st, 8:30 – 10:30 am – Project Focus TBD / Topic: Closeout Construction and Occupancy / Emily Covey (DPR Construction)

Session Framework (2-hrs)

• 30-min, 8:30 – 9:00:
  • Guest speakers and NEXT Committee Leader provide an overview of this phase in real estate development
  • Speakers will reference the chosen project for that session to illustrate lessons learned and connect attendees with real world examples
  • End the overview with a Break-Out Session Discussion Topic

• 45-min, 9:00 – 9:45:
  • Break-Out session for small group Cohorts (2-3 groups of 10-people)
  • The Guest Speakers/NEXT Committee Leaders will be split into each Cohort to help facilitate the discussions
  • Each Cohort will represent a diverse professional spectrum
  • Cohorts should create around five key takeaways from the discussion and select someone to present their findings to all attendees

• 45-min, 9:45 – 10:30:
  • Cohort Reporting and Discussion
  • Representatives from each Cohort should present their discussion points to the group
  • The Guest Speakers/NEXT Committee Leaders will proctor this process to encourage discussion and manage time

• 5-min Closeout and Intro to next topic to follow in 2-weeks’ time