In May, for one night only, the future of commercial real estate will walk the red carpet in what is being dubbed a “Global Commercial Real Estate Networking Event”.
-- On May 1, 2025, in the heart of New York City, 101 floors above the city that never sleeps, Don Tepman and Bob Knakal will host the Third Annual Real Estate Gala — a black-tie evening unlike anything the industry has seen before. Over 5,000 requests to attend came in from around the world from members of the brokerage, development, and investment sectors of the industry. This is perhaps the most sought-after ticket in commercial real estate. Only 300 received the golden ticket.
The rules are simple:
Black tie. Media lights. No second chances.
“What started as a small fifty person gathering of real estate for folks, who first connected over social media, has now turned into a 300 person gala”, stated the creator of the event, Don Tepman (who is known online as “Strip Mall Guy”). “The energy in the room is unbelievable --It's amazing what happens when people turn online connections into true relationships. People's lives and careers are changing before our eyes and we're getting together to celebrate it!"
The star-studded event is sponsored by four industry giants, who have stepped up to support the night that’s become synonymous with online market presence. CREXi revolutionized the buying and selling of commercial properties. Agora unlocked new speed and clarity for investment managers everywhere. Placer.ai revealed the hidden movements of millions of consumers with their cutting-edge analytics. Trepp armed investors and lenders with the intelligence that drives billion-dollar decisions.
Co-chaired by two extraordinary forces — Beth Azor, known as the "Canvassing Queen," and Justin Pugh, former NFL star turned real estate powerhouse — this year’s Gala is not just bigger. It’s unstoppable.
Bob Knakal, a name etched into the fabric of New York City real estate, captured the spirit of the evening: "The best relationships and compelling deals don’t just happen during business hours. They happen when the right people are in the right room—and that’s exactly what this night is about."
The Third Annual Real Estate Gala isn’t just a celebration. It’s a collision. A collision of ambition, innovation, and destiny.
Last year, Jeff Blau, CEO of Related Companies made a guest appearance and addressed the crowd to rousing applause.
In 3 short years, the gala has emerged as one of the most prestigious commercial real estate events in the industry.
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