On January 30, 2025, the Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth hosted the highly anticipated Tarrant County Commercial Real Estate Forecast at TCU’s Brown Lupton University Union. Over 600 industry professionals, including developers, investors, and brokers, came together to gain exclusive insights into the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping Tarrant County’s commercial real estate market in 2025.
The event, themed “Tomorrow’s City, Today’s Insight,” featured a stellar lineup of speakers, dynamic panel discussions, and invaluable networking opportunities. From economic outlooks to market sector snapshots, attendees left with actionable strategies to navigate the year ahead.
The Economic Horizon: Insights for Today’s Decisions & Tomorrow’s Growth
Steve Orr, Chief Investment Officer at Texas Capital Bank, delivered a powerful keynote addressing global, national, and local economic trends. His analysis of the 2024 market and predictions for 2025 offered attendees a clear understanding of factors driving growth, potential challenges, and investment opportunities in the year ahead.
The Road Ahead: Market Sector Snapshots
Moderated by Monica Luera (Trademark), this engaging panel featured experts from various sectors:
Drew Kile (Institutional Property Advisors)
Samuel Rhea (Hillwood Development Company)
Scot Bennett (The Beck Group)
Amber Calhoun (M2G Ventures)
Geoff Shelton (JLL)
Marty Wieder (Arlington TX Economic Development Corporation)
Panelists shared insights into tenant demand, development strategies, and emerging market trends, providing attendees with a comprehensive look at what’s driving Tarrant County’s commercial real estate market.
Positioning Fort Worth: Attracting the Industries of Tomorrow
The final session featured Mark Hart (Corriente Advisors, LLC) and Robert Allen (Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership) discussing Fort Worth’s unique advantages in attracting innovative industries. Their thought-provoking dialogue highlighted strategies to establish Fort Worth as a hub of growth, innovation, and opportunity in the years to come.
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Thank You to Our 2025 Forecast Sponsors!
This event wouldn’t have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Their contributions drive innovation and growth in Tarrant County’s commercial real estate community.
