Attendee counts:- 4,200+

CRE Finance Council Conference 2026 — Event Overview

When & Where

• Dates: March 22–25, 2026

• Location: Washington, D.C., USA

The CRE Finance Council Conference brings together industry leaders and decision-makers in commercial real estate finance for three days of insights, networking, and strategic dialogue.

Who Attends

The CRE Finance Council Conference attracts senior professionals and executives responsible for capital markets, lending, financing, investment strategy, and risk within commercial real estate.

Industry / Sector Breakdown

Attendees represent a wide range of commercial real estate finance sectors, including:

• Commercial banking & lending institutions

• Investment management & private equity

• Debt & equity capital markets

• Mortgage finance, CMBS, and structured finance

• Real estate investment trusts (REITs)

• Real estate advisory, valuation & consulting firms

• Insurance companies & pension funds

• Servicing, loan administration & special servicing

• Legal, tax, compliance & regulatory advisory

• Technology and data analytics supporting real estate finance

This breadth makes the conference a key gathering for participants from all major components of commercial real estate capital and financing.

Job Title / Role Breakdown

Delegates include senior decision-makers and strategic influencers such as:

• Chief Executive Officers, Presidents & Managing Partners

• Chief Investment Officers, Chief Financial Officers

• Heads of Capital Markets, Lending & Structured Finance

• Managing Directors & Senior Directors of Investment, Debt, and Equity

• Portfolio Managers & Asset Managers

• Fund Sponsors, Equity Investors & Limited Partners

• Mortgage Bankers, Loan Originators & Servicing Executives

• Risk, Compliance & Regulatory Leaders

• Legal Counsel specializing in real estate finance

• Technology leaders focused on fintech, data analytics, and CRE platforms

Professionals attending are typically responsible for evaluating deals, allocating capital, managing risk, and shaping industry strategy.

Geographic Breakdown

The CRE Finance Council Conference draws a diverse, global audience, including:

• Major participation from U.S. financial and real estate markets (New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Boston, Dallas, Miami)

• Representation from international financial hubs including Canada, Europe, Asia, and Latin America

• Attendees from regional banks, national lenders, institutional investors, and global capital markets firms

This geographic diversity enhances cross-border dialogue on investment strategy, risk trends, and capital flows.

Why Attend / What to Expect

• Insightful keynotes and panel sessions on market trends, capital availability, regulatory outlooks, risk management, and deal structures

• In-depth discussions on debt and equity markets, CMBS, CRE secondary markets, and financing innovations

• Networking opportunities with 3000+ professionals spanning lenders, investors, service providers, and advisors

• Deal insight sessions and forward-looking analysis from leading economists and industry strategists

• Access to senior-level conversations that influence capital allocation and market direction

The CRE Finance Council Conference 2026 is the most influential annual event for professionals shaping commercial real estate finance, capital markets strategies, and investment decision-making.