2027 INNOVATE Commercial Symposium

Join us on Tuesday, May 11, 2027 at Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City. 

Discover the latest trends, unlock strategies for your business, and network with like-minded individuals! Maryland REALTORS® 2027 INNOVATE is our one day event that breaks new ground in the commercial real estate world. 

Schedule of Events

The event will run from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on May 11th. Check back for updated information on speakers and CE credits. 

         8:00 AM – 8:45 AM Breakfast/Registration/Networking

8:45 AM – 9:15 AM Introductions - Maryland REALTORS® 2027 President Melanie Gamble and Remarks from Scott Lederer, Executive Director of MREC

9:15 AM – 10:15 AM Economic Overview - Dr. Anirban Basu 

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Economic Development Panel moderated by Dr. Anirban Basu. Panelists: Tom Sadowski, CEO Maryland Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO) | Heather Gramm, Director Frederick County Division of Economic Oppourtunity

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch with Sponsor Presentations 

1:00 PM- 2:30 PM Commercial Real Estate Legislative Updates | Bill Castelli

2:30 PM- 4:00 PM Commercial Financing and Lending Panel | Panelists: Cecil Persaud, Vice President M&T Bank | Jennifer Rice, Vice President, Business Finance Group | Riggs Jones, Vice President, Debt and Equity, Northmarq

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Deal Exchange & Happy Hour 

Address

2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Exhibitor Schedule

11:00 AM-12:00 PM Set-up
6:00 PM Break-down

 

Deal Exchange

Informating coming soon! 

Maryland REALTORS® Commercial Alliance is happy to announce our annual Deal Exchange and Happy Hour. As an attendee of 2027 INNOVATE, you will have the opportunity to include one commercial property in the symposium’s Deal Exchange slide deck. During this networking event, you can discuss available properties with fellow commercial practitioners. This is an opportunity exclusive to attendees of 2027 INNOVATE only.

Commercial Excellence Award

Information coming soon! 

This award recognizes the REALTOR® member who best carries the REALTOR® brand in local commercial real estate circles. Prospective recipient must be a member of Maryland REALTORS® and their local board and may have no Ethics violations in the previous three (3) years. This award will recognize civic involvement in a variety of ways, so long as the REALTOR® is giving back to the communities which they serve. Transactions in sales and leasing are weighted equally. Also considered will be the complexity of issues and the ability and efficacy of solving the problems that arise.

Strategic Partner Award

Informating coming soon! 

This award recognizes an exceptional Strategic Partner who elevates Maryland’s commercial real estate industry through service, expertise, and collaboration. The recipient demonstrates outstanding professionalism, ethical business practices, and a meaningful commitment to strengthening the REALTOR® brand through partnership. Consideration is given to industry impact, problem-solving, innovation, and civic or community service that supports commercial real estate professionals and the communities they serve.

 

Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors!