South Florida Annual Housing Summit

Wed Nov 13, 2024

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South Florida Annual Housing Summit

Name: South Florida Annual Housing Summit
Start: 2024-11-13T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-13T12:00:00-05:00

Multifamily, Condos, Mixed-Use, Affordable and Master Planned Communities

To be hosted in Miami

Wednesday November 13 2024 @ 8:00 AM EST

$215.00

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Noah Hale

Director, Development, Fairstead

Carlos Rosso

Carlos Rosso is the Founder of Rosso Development, a fully integrated development firm focused on high-end boutique development opportunities. Rosso is set to oversee multiple upcoming awe-inspiring projects in key markets in South Florida and Latin America—with the first ever The Standard Residences in Midtown Miami as his debut project. Rosso founded Rosso Development in 2020 after nearly 20 years with The Related Group, where he was a driving force behind the company’s condominium operations. As the president of the condominium and international development divisions, he oversaw all facets of condominium development domestically and internationally. Over the course of his career, Rosso developed well over 16,000 units, and in the process, mastered diverse development disciplines including construction, project ﬁnancing, land acquisition and sales and marketing. Under his leadership, Related successfully delivered iconic projects including the 1,600 unit Paraiso District in Miami; Residences by ARMANI/CASA designed by César Pelli; Hyde Beach House; Park Grove by OMA/Rem Koolhaas; Auberge Beach Residences and Spa in Fort Lauderdale; SLS Cancun & Residences in Mexico; and V:HOUSE in Brazil. Prior to his time at Related, Rosso held a number of positions across global development ﬁrms, having served as Vice President of Real Estate Development for Investment Properties Ltd. in Boston; and ten years as Project Director for Besix International, overseeing the development and construction of over ten million square feet of multi-family, hotel and office buildings in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Rosso graduated summa cum laude from the Universidad de Buenos Aires with a master’s degree in Architecture. He also earned a master’s degree in Real Estate Development and Finance, with the highest honors, from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). www.rossodev.com

Rosso Development

Founder

Carlos Rosso

Founder, Rosso Development

Jeffrey Ardizon

Jeffrey Ardizon is Principal at The Estate Companies, a Miami-based full-service, vertically integrated developer, owner and operator of residential communities throughout the tri-county region, and one of the largest and most active multifamily developers in Florida. The firm is best known for its institutionally recognized Soleste brand which features Class A multi-family communities throughout South Florida’s urban core and submarket locations. Mr. Ardizon has been credited for identifying and evaluating off-market opportunities, temporary market dislocations, special workouts, overall capitalization and general overall direction of the firm. The Estate Companies has implemented its strategic plan is to increase its focus on development in Broward and Palm Beach counties, and has many luxury projects in various stages of development including Pompano Beach, Dania Beach, Riviera Beach, West Palm Beach, three projects in Hollywood, two in North Miami Beach, and Spring Gardens, among others. Mr. Ardizon was instrumental in structuring and executing one of South Florida's first opportunity zone transactions, Soleste Grand Central, a 360-unit Class A multifamily project in Downtown Miami. Prior to joining The Estate Companies, Mr. Ardizon was the co-founder and principal of ECI, a real estate investment, management and development firm based in South Florida. The firm focused on providing GP/LP equity and debt for multi-family real estate developments and value-add opportunities across a diverse portfolio of asset classes. During that time, Mr. Ardizon was credited for strategically structuring and creating one of the more notable single-family offices in South Florida. Mr. Ardizon began his real estate career with one of the largest nationally ranked advisory firms in the country, where he led the firm's real estate practice for nearly a decade. He represented some of the largest real estate developers, REIT’s, operators and sponsors in the region. Under his leadership, the firm was awarded the top real estate tax firm by various publications. Mr. Ardizon was a top revenue producer for the firm and quickly gained industry recognition as a leading go-to advisor, advising clients on over $3 billion in transactional value.

The Estate Companies

Principal

Jeffrey Ardizon

Principal, The Estate Companies

Frank Guerra

Founder & Principal, Altis Cardinal

Kevin Griffin

VP, BLDGS, JRM Construction

Andrew Dansker

CEO, Dansker Capital Group

Moderator

Danielle Gonzalez

Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig

WHY YOU CAN'T MISS THIS EVENT

What You'll Learn:

Impact of the Live Local Act: Understand how the Live Local Act is transforming affordable housing development in South Florida, including specific benefits, challenges, and real-world examples of projects utilizing the Act
Current Market Dynamics: Gain insights into the latest trends in South Florida’s multifamily and mixed-use real estate markets, including demand drivers, demographic shifts, and investment opportunities
Innovative Financing Strategies: Explore various financing models and sources, including federal, state, and local funding programs, private equity, and Opportunity Zones, to support real estate developments
Sustainability and Resilience: Learn about sustainable building practices and resilience strategies essential for mitigating climate risks and ensuring long-term project viability in South Florida’s unique environment
Technological Advancements: Discover how the integration of new technologies is reducing construction costs, enhancing project efficiency, and impacting insurance premiums in the construction and real estate sectors

Why You Should Attend:

South Florida’s real estate market is experiencing significant transformations driven by new legislation, economic shifts, and environmental challenges. Understanding the latest trends, regulatory changes, and investment strategies is crucial for stakeholders aiming to capitalize on opportunities and mitigate risks in this dynamic market. You will gain critical insights and build valuable connections that can enhance your ability to navigate the complexities of real estate development, financing, and sustainability in South Florida.

Who You Will Meet:

Connect with a diverse group of stakeholders, including top developers, investors, financial analysts, and policy makers. Network with leaders from institutions like the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, private equity firms, and local government officials who are shaping the future of South Florida’s real estate market.

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Agenda

Time	Activity
8:00 AM 9:00 AM	Registration, Networking, & Breakfast
9:00 AM 9:45 AM	Addressing Housing Affordability in South Florida Decode the Live Local Act and explore how innovative strategies and partnerships are reshaping the housing market to address the region's affordability crisis.
9:45 AM 10:30 AM	Condominium Market in South Florida: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities Examine current trends, regulatory challenges, and emerging opportunities for developers, investors, and homeowners in the South Florida condominium market
10:30 AM 11:00 AM	Networking Break
11:00 AM 11:45 AM	Construction and Development in South Florida: Navigating Costs, Technology, and Regulations Discussion around key challenges of rising costs, regulatory compliance, and the integration of new technologies faced by developers while aiming to build efficiently and sustainably.
11:45 AM 12:30 PM	Financing and Investment Strategies for South Florida Developments Explore the diverse financing options available for multifamily housing projects in South Florida, focusing on both traditional and innovative funding strategies.
12:30 PM 1:00 PM	Post-Panel Networking