Coffee with Craig Show – daily CRE news covering the CEE region with Publisher Craig Smith and Winston Norman, Editor & Chief of Europaproperty.com.
The stage is set for the 19th annual SEE Real Estate Awards, heralding the pinnacle of achievement in the vibrant South-eastern Europe region. This prestigious event, set to dazzle on April 17, 2024, at the illustrious Athenee Palace Hotel in Bucharest, Romania, will be graced by luminaries and titans of the industry.
In the wake of turbulent times, Craig Smith, the visionary publisher and founder of EuropaProperty, champions of the commercial real estate realm, reflects with pride on the influx of nominations. It’s a testament to these burgeoning markets’ unwavering economic vigour and resilience.
Amidst a resurgence in commercial real estate dynamics across Romania and the SEE region, this year’s gala promises to be a watershed moment, drawing the attention of local stalwarts and global players eager to capitalize on the burgeoning opportunities.
Romania, in particular, emerges from the crucible of crisis with renewed vitality, presenting a fertile ground for both development and investment endeavours, albeit with a calculated level of risk compared to its more established counterparts in the CEE markets.
The CEO Networking Forum 2024 presents a wide range of discussion panels, each addressing crucial topics influencing the real estate sector. The Investment and Sustainability Panel delves into strategies for navigating a challenging economic climate, offering insights into coping mechanisms and optimal approaches for investors and developers. Simultaneously, the Warehouse and Retail Development Panel explores future opportunities, emphasizing growth strategies and the changing roles of both public and private sectors.
Other discussions highlight emerging trends in hospitality real estate, the significant role of ESG in shaping the future of real estate, and the transformation of workspaces and retail environments amidst evolving business needs and market dynamics. These panels ensure attendees gain valuable insights and actionable strategies for navigating the complexities of the real estate industry.
The SEE Real Estate Awards and CEO Networking Forum stands as the premier real estate event in the Southeastern European region, covering countries such as Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia, Montenegro, Macedonia, the Republic of Moldova, Albania, and Turkey.
As the anticipation mounts, market leaders brace for the showdown across various sectors—office, retail, warehouse, and residential—vying for supremacy and recognition. With a distinguished panel of judges comprising senior-level European and Central European directors, the SEE Real Estate Awards is an undisputed hallmark event within the industry.
Now, as the spotlight turns towards the titans of the dynamic SEE real estate landscape, the semi-finalists emerge from a rigorous selection process, conducted by an independent jury, culminating from a pool of over 300 nominees.