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Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt
June 9, 2026
The Union League ClubNew York
June 9, 2026|The Union League Club, New York

Network at the leading real estate mezz lending forum in the US

Join 300+ borrowers, lenders, & asset managers.



300+

industry stakeholders

+

borrowers

+

C-suite and SVP-level executives

+

expert speakers

Leverage the forum's 10+ years of expertise for your mezzanine portfolio

Dealmaking at Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt Forum

Build network. Build opportunities.

We know meaningful connections are key to success, which is why our networking opportunities are tailored to help you expand your network.

Engage in exclusive industry discussions, interactive Q&A sessions with speakers, and a variety of focused strategic panels.

Our AI-driven matchmaking app ensures you never miss an opportunity to connect. Effortlessly meet the right people who can raise your business to new heights.

Panel speakers at Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt Forum

From learning to dealmaking

Get the inside track on strategies for new mezzanine debt acquisitions, development, refinancing, hybrid capital structures, and more.

Have the right knowledge to make the right decisions. Learn from the people who can guide your next winning move.


Speaker at Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt Forum

A decade+ of industry leading speakers

In 2025, 20+ industry leading panel speakers took to the stage, including:

  • Glenn Grimaldi, CEO, Naftali Credit Partners
  • Douglas Lyons, Managing Principal, Pearlmark
  • Thomas Cassino, Managing Director, Head of CRE Loan Financing, JP Morgan
  • Shaunak Tanna, Executive Director, PGIM Real Estate
  • Jacob Feingold, Head of Originations, Canyon Partners Real Estate
  • Laura Laumont, Managing Director, Head- Capital Markets, Nuveen
  • Jeffrey Langbaum, Senior REIT, CRE Equity Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence
  • Stephen Duncan, Principal, Singerman Real Estate
  • Elliot Markus, Director, Cerberus Capital Management


Networking at Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt Forum

The network generating new work

Meet the Mezzanine lending community, including:

  • Developers
  • Institutional investor/family offices
  • Owner/operators
  • Private equity
  • Sr. debt lenders
  • Subordinate debt lenders
  • Law firms
  • Servicers

Douglas Lyons

Managing Principal

Pearlmark

As a leader in the US CRE Mezzanine Lending market, Pearlmark values the IMN conference in NYC every June to network with borrowers and other lenders and hear from industry leaders on current trends and best practices.

Your 360° guide to leveraging mezzanine & high yield debt

Networking cocktail for real estate conference participants at Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt Forum

Fuel connections & conversations

Take advantage of built-in networking opportunities during the conference breakfast, lunch, and cocktail sessions. Enjoy delicious food and beverages while connecting with industry professionals.

Speaking at Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt Forum

Real time discussions

Connect with Mezzanine and High Yield Debt Investors, Originators, and Partners to enhance your industry knowledge and promote best practices for your lending strategies.

Audience at Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt Forum

Knowledge through networking

With over three hours of scheduled networking breaks at the conference, you'll learn and connect with the best.

Maximize exposure. Drive results.

Boost your brand’s visibility and connect with key financers of mezzanine lending deals.

Whether you're looking to build brand awareness, generate high-quality leads, or showcase your thought leadership, our sponsorship packages offer customized options to align with your business objectives.

Reach out to Philip Huntsman at sponsorIMN@informa.com.

Sponsor the Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt Forum