Networking you won't find anywhere else
Connect with the 550+ leaders who influence your next deal.
Your social calendar
Meet the decision makers who matter through curated, one‑of‑a‑kind networking experiences built for real connection.
Sailing excursion
Set sail aboard a classic schooner on Narragansett Bay and connect with like-minded professionals while enjoying breathtaking coastal views.
The perfect way to enjoy Newport while reconnecting with old friends and making new ones. This exclusive event is pre-registration only and operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. Secure your spot by signing up before the event—spaces are limited! Once all spots are filled, a waitlist will be available for those who wish to join if openings arise.
Email Brooke Self to sign up at brooke.self@informa.com.
*Please note, you must be registered for the event
Networking reception
Start your event experience off right at the welcome networking reception on Lighthouse lawn.
The perfect way to enjoy Newport’s stunning views. Unwind in the sunshine with cold drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and the beauty of the east coast.
Lobster clambake
Enjoy a classic New England experience with a lobster clambake reception, featuring fresh, locally-sourced seafood and classic coastal flavors.
Keep the momentum of your deal discussions going, and strengthen your relationships for business success.
Women & Wine Meeting
We understand the value of meaningful connections in the opportunity funds space.
This interactive discussion offers a relaxed environment where women can collaborate, exchange insights, and inspire one another to drive collective success and growth.
Pickleball happy hour
*New this year!*
Hit the pickleball courts for some fun and friendly competition, complete with light bites, drinks, and great company before the event officially kicks off.
All levels welcome.
Interactive roundtables
Engage with peers in a series of interactive roundtable discussions.
Get your questions answered in discussions covering new fund formation, specific asset classes, strategies, and much more!
Supercharge your networking with the app
The ConnectMe app helps you grow your network. Start connecting with fellow attendees 1 month before the event so you can arrive with a full schedule of meetings lined up.
- Fill in your profile and use the matchmaking tool to find attendees with similar interests
- View the full attendee list and filter it to find the people you are most interested in meeting and begin scheduling meetings
- Add new contacts and message attendees using the live chat function
- Add sessions to your schedule and sync to your calendar
Networking made easy - before, during and after the event
App is open for one year
The early bird catches the worm.
The app launches four weeks ahead of the event and everyone on the registration list by that point will be added, opening the door to start networking weeks early.
Your fast-track route to arrive in Newport with a diary full of meetings.
The app will also stay open for another year after the event has concluded to follow up with any of your contacts.
Build your network
With 550+ attendees, it can be hard to speak to everyone you want to build a connection with.
Use the app's enhanced filtering to find exactly who you want to meet, add them to a list of prospects, send messages and arrange meetings ahead of time.
Plan your time
The app is easily the best way to plan your time and make sure you get the most out of attending.
- View the agenda, save your favourite sessions and build a personalised diary for the event
- View the demoing companies and see when they'll be on stage
- Check out speaker profiles
- Use live polling and Q&A functionality to interact with speakers on stage
Sponsor the leading CRE conference
Real Estate Private Funds Summer is the perfect platform to introduce you to the leading players in the CRE market.
Secure meetings with funds and investors, co-host a networking event, raise your brand profile…we can help you with this and more.
Contact Todd Rosenberg at todd.rosenberg@informa.com.