The CoreNet Global Summit offers opportunities to network, learn and be recognized for your achievements. Case study presentations, interactive learning sessions, industry tours of the host city, smaller interest group activities, Executive Development training and continuing education - all in one place and in one week! Following is a chronological activities summary, designed to guide you through the Summit experience.

The Executive Development Program (EDP) enables you to optimize your ability to drive business performance. By participating in either the Senior Leader of Corporate Real Estate (SLCR) or Master of Corporate Real Estate (MCR) Series, you will learn from industry experts who bring a high level of knowledge, intellectual capital, best practices and case studies - shared in a classroom setting. The MCR or SLCR designations enhance your credibility and provide value in an increasingly competitive marketplace. These seminars are 2 days in length, held on Saturday and Sunday prior to the beginning of the Summit, and provide an intensive learning experience on a single topic.

Beginning on Sunday and throughout the Summit, there are many networking receptions ranging from large-scale events like the Evening on the Embarcadero or the Viva Florida Social Club (drawing between 1,500 and 2,500 attendees each) to smaller, more intimate and focused gatherings, such as the Young Leaders Reception, Chapter Receptions and other hospitality events.

Monday morning kicks-off with the first of three general sessions, featuring prominent speakers and topics like the Summit theme, leadership, or motivation. General sessions often include awards and recognition, not to mention the giveaway of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle during the closing General Session. Sit next to someone you know or meet someone new and expand your network.

The break-out sessions begin immediately following the opening general session. These concurrent breakout sessions enable smaller groups (between 50-150 participants each) to examine featured case studies and engage in straight talk, enabling industry-specific insights on topics of general interest and the theme of the Summit. The 45- and 90-minute sessions are grouped by topic (tracks) so that you can easily find material that you are interested in. Break-outs occur on Monday morning and afternoon, and again on Tuesday morning and afternoon.

Over 150 exhibiting companies come together at the Summit, to bring you the latest innovations and solutions to your real estate challenges. The EXPO opens on Monday for an energetic lunch buffet, and stays open through Tuesday afternoon to offer information, networking opportunities, and great door prizes presented by sponsoring companies.

This late-night Summit networking opportunity enables you to re-connect with new friends after enjoying your Monday night dinner on the town. This party with a purpose benefits the CoreNet Global Community Reinvestment Challenge (CRC), created in order to invest members' talents, resources and sweat equity improving local communities worldwide.

Tuesday morning begins with Mega Sessions - medium-sized group sessions (between 200-500 attendees each) that address topics directly related to the Summit theme and feature professional, primarily academic, speakers. These speakers generally draw conclusions across large bodies of work, including research and case study examples.

Knowledge Communities are interactive special interest groups organized by members around topics and industries of interest. Communities meet on Tuesday afternoon during the Summit, to discuss important issues, network with other members, share best practices and interact with thought leaders.

Each CoreNet Global Summit host city has the chance to showcase regional redevelopment during four tours on Tuesday afternoon. Great for visitors and locals alike, these tours offer unprecedented opportunities to see innovation in action.