Market stability, AI, capital raising, and emerging trends in CRE
The IMN Winter Real Estate Private Funds conference brought together industry leaders to shape the future of the real estate investment landscape. Key discussions ranged from the transformative impact of AI on data analysis and capital raising to strategies for market stability and family office advisory. These insights offered a roadmap for leveraging innovation and strategic planning to navigate today’s dynamic commercial real estate environment. Dive into the live perspectives shared by Dennis Cisterna of Sentinel Net Lease, Ember Erickson of Biproxi Capital Network, Ricardo Outi of AIC Capital, and Heath Goldman of ICON & Legacy Worth Partners.
"What we're looking for going into 2026 is some level of stability and the markets resetting."
Dennis Cisterna, Co-Founder and CIO of Sentinel Net Lease, shares insights on interest rate volatility, geopolitical tensions, and AI's role in data analysis. A 16-year attendee, he reflects on the event's evolution and its value in fostering collaboration and delivering actionable insights for real estate and finance professionals.
"People are comfortable with trophy assets in primary markets, but there's huge opportunity in secondary markets."
Ember Erickson, Founding Partner of BiProxi Capital Network, discusses AI's impact on commercial real estate, capital raising, secondary market opportunities, and offers advice for female founders on risk-taking, partnerships, and leveraging emerging technology to succeed in a traditional industry.
"The flow of capital is improving, it's gradual but people are optimistic compared to last year."
Ricardo Outi, Founder of AIC Capital, discusses rising interest rates, asset price recalibration, and limited capital flow. Hear AI's role in creating new asset classes, plus strategies for investors to seize market opportunities while emphasizing connectivity and optimism for the future.
"One person's opportunity may be the next person's problem asset."
Heath Goldman, Founder of ICON Wealth and Legacy Partners, discusses challenges for real estate families, including geopolitical risks, tax strategies, and next-gen business planning - which makes having the right advisor all the more essential.
