The deals are back. The city is evolving.
New tenants. New capital. New momentum.
On Wednesday, August 26, join BREAA for an exclusive conversation on the business of retail with Berkeley alumni leading the city's investment, leading, development, placemaking, and retail transformation.
Moderated by BREAA President Catherine Minor, Senior Portfolio Manager at DWS, this distinguished panel will feature:
From Union Square's resurgence to neighborhood retail corridors, hear firsthand how today's industry leaders are deploying capital, attracting tenants, and reimagining one of the world's most dynamic retail markets.
Following the panel, continue the conversation with fellow alumni and industry professionals during a hosted networking happy hour.
EVENT SCHEDULE
4:00 PM - Registration & Networking Reception
4:30 PM - Welcome & Panel Commences
5:30 PM - Network & Closing Conversations
This is one conversation about the future of San Francisco you won't want to miss!
The Berkeley Real Estate Alumni Association is pleased to invite you to join us for the 7th Annual BREAA Gala on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at the Four Seasons San Francisco.
Each year, the BREAA Gala brings together alumni, faculty, students, and industry leaders for an evening celebrating the relationships, leadership, and shared experiences that unite generations of Berkeley real estate professionals. As our network continues to grow, the Gala remains our signature opportunity to reconnect with fellow Golden Bears, strengthen lasting relationships, and celebrate the people shaping the future of our industry.
A visionary executive. A respected board leader. A lifelong champion of the Berkeley real estate community.
For more than four decades, Connie Moore has shaped the commercial real estate industry through visionary leadership, unwavering integrity, and an enduring commitment to mentorship. As President and Chief Executive Officer of BRE Properties, she led one of the nation’s premier public real estate companies, while her board leadership with organizations including Healthcare Realty Trust, Columbia Property Trust, Tri Pointe Homes, and the Urban Land Institute has influenced the industry across California, Texas, and markets throughout the United States.
A proud alumna of the Haas School of Business, Connie has remained deeply committed to Berkeley. She chaired the Fisher Center for Real Estate & Urban Economics Policy Advisory Board for more than twenty years and continues to serve on its Executive Committee, strengthening the connection between academia and industry while inspiring generations of future leaders.
Her extraordinary career has been recognized with the NAREIT Industry Leadership Award, the Haas School of Business Lifetime Achievement Award, designation as a Lifetime Trustee of the Urban Land Institute, and an Honorary Doctorate from San José State University.
Yet those who know Connie best speak first of her generosity as a mentor, her humility as a leader, and the lasting impact she has had on countless careers. Her legacy is measured not only by the organizations she has led, but by the people she has inspired.
Join us as we celebrate Connie's extraordinary career and hear from the colleagues, friends, and industry leaders who know her best as they share the stories, relationships, and defining moments that shaped her remarkable career and enduring impact.
Early Bird tickets are now on sale. A limited number of Early Bird tickets are available at this special introductory price.
We look forward to welcoming you on October 1st, 2026 for another unforgettable evening celebrating the Berkeley Real Estate community.
SPONSORSHIP & TABLE OPPORTUNITIES
For organizations and groups wishing to attend together, reserved table purchases are now available. A variety of corporate sponsorship opportunities are available for those interested in supporting the Berkeley Real Estate community while receiving meaningful visibility and event recognition.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities or to reserve a table, please contact Gala Chair Laura Cunningham or Sponsorship Chair Alex Waterbury. Current sponsorship opportunities are available in our 2026 Corporate Partnership Brochure.
Reserve your table and ensure your organization is in the room with the clients, peers, future partners and industry leaders who make an impact in real estate!
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Special Thanks To Our Partners!
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