The upcoming Crittenden Report Finance Conference is less than two months away. From May 5-7 at the Hyatt Regency in Newport Beach, California, we’ve arranged three days of insight, perspective and connections courtesy of the top minds in the real estate finance industry.
Highlights of the agenda include:
- The Big Picture: CRE Trends, Predictions and Market Intelligence – This kickoff session opens the conference with a high-level look at the forces shaping commercial real estate finance. Moderated by Jeff Pirhalla, Oak Real Estate Partners
- Multifamily Outlook: Pipeline, Pricing and More – Multifamily remains a core asset class, but pricing and underwriting continue to shift. This session examines the current deal pipeline, where pricing is landing and how lenders and investors are approaching new opportunities. Moderated by Vic Clark, Senior Managing Director, Lument
- Bridge Lending in 2026: Trends, Risks and Opportunities – How bridge strategies are evolving in 2026, where lenders see opportunity, how risk is being priced and what borrowers should expect as deals move from transitional to permanent financing. Moderated by Gary Bechtel, CEO, Red Oak Capital Holdings
- Naming Names: Who are the most aggressive mezzanine and bridge lenders – This session identifies the mezzanine and bridge lenders actively writing deals today, where they are deploying capital and what makes them competitive. Attendees will gain insight into current terms, risk appetite and how to approach the most active players in the market. Moderated by Dan Gorczycki, Senior Director, George Smith Partners
The conference will also feature a Lender Showcase where attendees can get the inside scoop from top lenders, discover their latest offerings and hear about recent deals that made headlines. Additionally, a welcome reception, two cocktail and networking parties and two coffee/breakfast meetups provide ample opportunity to mix with other attendees and make the connections that make deals.
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