FlexOffice 2018 brings together two organizations for one landmark event. NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, and the Global Workspace Association (GWA), are bringing together a dynamic group of owners, operators and developers of office space to explore a diverse range of topics on cutting-edge office trends and technologies. Hear from compelling speakers, make new professional connections, and participate in lively discussions on what’s driving the future of the product type.
9 a.m.-12 p.m. – Austin Local Project Tours
Tour the area’s most innovative shared workspaces and best-in-class office amenities. We will provide the schedules and the shuttles to keep this easy and organized for you. Stay tuned for more details on registering for this portion of this event.
12-2 p.m. – Lunch on Your Own
1 p.m. – Pre-conference Course: Secrets to Successful Coworking Partnerships
Take advantage of best-in-class industry education from both NAIOP and GWA. Separate registration; $147 fee for members, $197 for nonmembers.
2-3 p.m. – GWA Annual Business Meeting, GWA members only.
4-5 p.m. – Facilitated Networking Event
Get a head-start on networking and relationship-building with people that you want to meet to grow your business.
5-7 p.m. – Kick-off Reception
Reconnect with old friends and meet new ones in the exhibitor hall.
7 p.m. – Dinner on Your Own
We’ll provide a list of local Austin favorites!
8-9 a.m. – Welcome Breakfast
Fuel up with carbs and caffeine on us! Don’t miss the opportunity to tour the exhibitor hall, schedule coffee dates or sit down and meet someone new.
9-10:15 a.m. – Conference Kick-off, Welcome and Keynote
Keynote: Winning in the New World of CRE with Antony Slumbers
A former property developer, entrepreneur and consultant with a restless passion for innovation, Antony Slumbers will discuss the changing nature of work, megatrends in technology, future CRE business models and more.
12 p.m. – Lunch
1-5 p.m. – Breakout Sessions and Landlord/Operator Matchmaking
5-6:15 p.m. – Happy Hour in the Exhibitor Area
6:15 p.m. – Dinner on Your Own
We challenge you to make a dinner date with new connections!
8-9 a.m. – Breakfast
Join us for breakfast and caffeine to help you gear up for another amazing day of content and connecting.
9-11:30 a.m. – Breakout Sessions and Owner/Operator Connections
11:30 a.m. -12:15 p.m. – Closing Keynote
Session times and topics are subject to change.
This collaboration between NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, and the Global Workspace Association (GWA) offers sponsoring companies unprecedented access to developers, space operators, providers and more. Contact us to learn more about partnering for this event.
Christopher Ware at ware@naiop.org, 800-666-6780, ext. 127
Jamie Russo at jamie@globalworkspace.org.
Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be in writing. Cancellations of conference registrants received after August 21, 2018, will be charged a fee of $100 per attendee. You may send a substitute in your place without a penalty. Nonmembers substituting for a member will pay the fee difference. Cancellations received after September 4, 2018, will forfeit the registration fee. No refunds will be made for no-shows. Special events (tours) are nonrefundable. Cancellation notices should be sent to education@naiop.org or faxed to 703-904-7003.
Hyatt Regency Austin
208 Barton Springs Road
Austin, TX 78704
Phone: 512-477-1234
The Hyatt Regency Austin is offering a special rate of $209 single/double, exclusive of taxes. The discounted rate will be offered until Friday, August 17, 2018, or until the room block has been filled, whichever occurs first.
Book a room at the Hyatt Regency Austin using the FlexOffice 2018 direct booking website.
Should a guest cancel a reservation, deposits will be refunded for rooms cancelled more than 48 hours prior to arrival.
Visit the Hyatt Regency Austin website for information on the local area, directions and local attractions.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
A taxi ride from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to the Hyatt Regency Austin is approximately $20-$27 exclusive of tax and gratuity. AUS is located 10 miles from Hyatt Regency Austin and approximately 20-35 minute drive, depending on traffic.
Overnight self-parking is available at the hotel for $25 per night. Overnight valet parking is available at the hotel for $32 with in and out privileges. Daily valet parking is available for $18 without in and out privileges.
Average September temperatures in Austin range from an average high of 90 degrees to a low of 68 degrees.
