Akerman serves as a sponsor of the Diversity in Commercial Real Estate (DCRE) 2026 Conference, a distinguished gathering dedicated to advancing real estate development, financing, investment strategies, and pathways to success within the commercial and corporate real estate sectors. Real Estate Partner Naheem Harris will share his knowledge as a panelist on "Development: Deals, Delivery and Scale," scheduled for Friday, July 24. Naheem will offer insights into how top teams structure deals, line up capital, manage risk, and keep timelines on track—from first look to finished asset. Attendees will walk away with practical tactics to execute faster, win repeat opportunities, and scale a portfolio today.

This esteemed annual conference will present workshops addressing the most current and pressing topics in the industry, alongside a broad array of panel discussions that explore subjects such as legal navigation and professional trajectories in real estate. Attendees will benefit from opportunities to gain knowledge, recruit talent, engage in meaningful exchanges, unlock new prospects, and cultivate valuable professional relationships. Further participants will have the chance to network with additional Akerman real estate attorneys who will also be in attendance, further enriching the collaborative experience.