Houston Master-Planned Communities Summit

Thu Feb 13, 2025

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Houston Master-Planned Communities Summit

Name: Houston Master-Planned Communities Summit
Start: 2025-02-13T08:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-02-13T12:00:00-06:00

A Deep Dive into Strategies for Success, Demographic Demands, Amenities And More

Thursday February 13 2025 @ 8:00 AM CST

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Speakers and Panels

Master Class in Master Planned Communities

Strategies for Land Acquisition, Development, and More

Carson Nunnelly

Managing Director, Hines

June Tang

VP, Johnson Development Corp.

Harry Dinham

Chief Financial Officer, The Signorelli Company

Carter Froelich

Managing Principal, Launch Development Finance Advisors

Tripp Davenport

Mr. Davenport has over 25 years’ experience in public finance covering government issuers in Texas. Over his career, Mr. Davenport has participated in financings totaling over $20 billion in long-term new money and bond refinancing transactions. Mr. Davenport originally served as bond counsel, representing mostly counties, cities and school districts; as well as underwriter's counsel representing national and regional investment banks. Prior to joining the public finance industry, Mr. Davenport was a legislative assistant to a Member of Congress, and an advisor to multiple Presidential campaigns. He also served as a field attorney for a presidential campaign in 2000 and 2004, in addition to being a campaign manager for multiple successful local candidates in Texas. In 2004, the Governor of the State of Texas appointed Mr. Davenport to serve as commissioner for the Texas Ethics Commission where he later served as Chairman, the youngest ever to serve at the time. He was reappointed by the Governor to serve a 2nd Term. In 2005, Davenport became an investment banker with a focus on challenging credits and land-secured financings. Mr. Davenport closed the first four special assessment transactions for residential master planned communities in Texas. Further, Mr. Davenport worked with a group of professionals that successfully revised the PID statute as it relates to Texas’ special assessment law and policies. Mr. Davenport has assisted multiple cities and counties with implementing "PID Policies." Since establishing his current firm’s office in 2015, FMS has been the number one special assessment underwriter in the State of Texas seven years in a row, with an 90% market share over that period. Mr. Davenport earned his B.A. from the University of Texas at Arlington; and a Doctor of Jurisprudence and M.A. of International Economics from St. Mary’s University as a “Distinguished Graduate.” Most important, Mr. Davenport is married to Sharla Metze Davenport and a proud father of three children: Jack Reagan Davenport (23), Margaret Addison Davenport (21), and Savannah Elizabeth Davenport (18). Mr. Davenport is a registered Municipal Securities Principal and hold Series 53, 7 & 63 licenses.

FMSbonds

Director, Investment Banking

Tripp Davenport

Director, Investment Banking, FMSbonds

Moderator

Omar Izfar

Attorney, Wilson, Cribbs, & Goren

Financing Growth

Investment Strategies and Affordability for Master-Planned Communities

Harry Masterson

Managing Principal, EMBER Real Estate Investment & Development

Robert Paul

Regional President, Texas, Toll Brothers

Gregory Monette Jr.

Partner & VP of Land, Hart Development

Communities Catering to Resident Demands

Amenities, Features, Build-to-Rent, Active 55+ And More

Peter Barnhart

President/Chief Development Officer, Caldwell Companies

Why You Should Attend this Houston CRE Event

What You’ll Learn

How do developers approach phasing in large-scale master-planned communities to ensure long-term growth and success?
What regulatory hurdles do developers face when building master-planned communities in Houston, and how can these challenges be overcome?
How are demographic shifts, such as aging populations and millennial renters, influencing the development of 55+ and build-to-rent communities?
How are public-private partnerships shaping the development of Houston’s most ambitious master-planned communities?
What role does land acquisition play in the success of large-scale master-planned communities, and how are developers navigating Houston’s competitive market?
How are developers balancing the need for luxury amenities with cost considerations in master-planned communities?
What role do amenities like wellness centers, outdoor recreation, and community gathering spaces play in attracting residents to build-to-rent and 55+ developments?
Some of the most successful master-planned communities are in Houston. What lessons can be learned from these master-planned communities?
How do developers determine the right mix of residential, retail and recreational spaces to create vibrant, thriving master-planned communities?

How You'll Do More Business From Attending This Event: As Houston’s master-planned communities continue to grow at an unprecedented rate, developers are seizing opportunities to craft the city’s next premier neighborhoods. With abundant land and a booming market, this event is your gateway to understanding the latest in commercial real estate development. Hear from leading experts on the financial and regulatory strategies that are transforming Houston’s MPC landscape. Explore emerging trends in sustainability, amenities, and community design, and gain a behind-the-scenes look at how developers are delivering innovative, mixed-use developments that cater to the evolving needs of residents. This is your chance to learn how top players are shaping the future of Houston’s master-planned communities.

Who You’ll Meet During Networking: Owners, developers, investors, brokers, city and government officials, business consultants, architects, engineers, lawyers, accountants, bankers, technology companies, and more commercial real estate decision-makers.

Why You Should Attend: Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to identify opportunities, build your network and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than us. Join Bisnow as we jump into the market to analyze its strengths and strategize on its areas of opportunity. You don't want to miss this event!

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Agenda

Time	Activity
8:00 AM 9:00 AM	Breakfast and Networking
9:00 AM 9:45 AM	Master Class in Master Planned Communities Strategies for Land Acquisition, Development, and More
9:45 AM 10:00 AM	Networking Break
10:00 AM 10:45 AM	Financing Growth Investment Strategies and Affordability for Master-Planned Communities
10:50 AM 11:35 AM	Communities Catering to Resident Demands Amenities, Features, Build-to-Rent, Active 55+ And More
11:35 AM 12:00 PM	Closing Networking

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