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The Commercial Real Estate Development Association

Reflecting on a Year of Success

As we charge ahead into 2025, we invite you to take a moment to celebrate the milestones we achieved together. Watch the 2024 Year in Review Video and explore the 2024 Annual Report to see the impact of our collective efforts, from industry advancements to advocacy wins and member successes.

Join us in looking back at an incredible year—and forward to even greater achievements ahead.

NAIOP Massachusetts is the leading association representing the interests of the commercial real estate industry, and professionals engaged in real estate development, investment and ownership in the Commonwealth. Part of an international organization, the Chapter provides outstanding education and networking opportunities, as well as advances the interests of the industry and advocates for effective public policy.

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February 25th: Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll and EOHLC Secretary Ed Augustus Discuss Unlocking Housing Production Commission Report

The Unlocking Housing Production Commission was created by Executive Order in late 2023 to advise the Healey-Driscoll administration on how state and local laws, regulations, and practices could be revised to increase the supply of housing across income levels and the state. Commission members included NAIOP CEO Tamara Small and several NAIOP members, as well as leaders from government, business, and community organizations.

After more than 12 months of intensive work, the Commission’s recommendations will be released in February. Join NAIOP to hear directly from Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll and Secretary of the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities Ed Augustus as they delve into the recommendations included in the report and the specific legislative and regulatory changes needed to increase the supply of housing in Massachusetts.

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March 12th: NMU - A Crash Course on Media Training

How can real estate executives stay on message and avoid media pitfalls when phones and the 24/7 media cycle turn every public speaking event into a potential story?

Find out at this intensive and fun in-person media training course taught by experienced spokespeople, bloggers, and media experts who will arm you with techniques to effectively manage interactions with print, broadcast, and citizen journalists.

Instructors will begin with media response basics, provide helpful tips and tools, and explore best practices for:

  • Interview preparation
  • Message discipline
  • Avoiding common interview traps
  • Managing a complex or potentially negative story

The workshop will conclude with group exercises designed to test your media response.

This course is presented in partnership with Issues Management Group, a strategic communications and public affairs firm specializing in real estate.

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SJC Upholds MBTA Communities Law and Attorney General’s Ability to Enforce

By Anastasia Daou | January 8, 2025

On January 8, the Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) released its decision in Attorney General v. Town of Milton.

NAIOP was pleased to see that the Court’s decision upheld both the Attorney General’s power to enforce M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 3A, otherwise known as the MBTA Communities Act, and the constitutionality of the Act. This decision supports NAIOP’s September Amicus Brief, filed by NAIOP member Greg Sampson of Silver Gavel Firm Sullivan & Worcester, which urged the SJC to affirm that the Attorney General may elect to enforce the MBTA Communities Law.

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NAIOP Massachusetts Introduces 2025 Leadership Team: Doug Manz to Serve as 2025 Chapter President; Kirk Sykes Named Board Chair

By Anastasia Daou | December 3, 2024

At its Annual Meeting on November 19, NAIOP Massachusetts, The Commercial Real Estate Development Association, announced the election of its new President and Board members. The Board, comprised of many of the region’s prominent commercial real estate leaders, will guide NAIOP’s priorities in the upcoming year.

Doug Manz, Partner, Chief Investment Officer of The HYM Investment Group (HYM), was elected as NAIOP Massachusetts President for 2025.

At the Annual Meeting, NAIOP Massachusetts also presented special awards recognizing significant contributions to the industry. The 2024 President’s Award was presented to Debbie Osheroff, NAIOP’s longtime Director of Membership & Administration, in recognition of her remarkable 24 years of exceptional contributions to the organization. Michael McDermott of Dain, Torpy, Le Ray, Wiest & Garner, P.C., received the 2024 Government Affairs Champion Award.

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Governor Signs Economic Development Compromise – Permit Extension Act Included

By Anastasia Daou | November 13, 2024

On November 20, Governor Maura Healey signed The Mass Leads Act into law.

The nearly $4 billion legislation includes several of NAIOP’s priorities including a Permit Extension Act; An Act to Safeguard Municipal Permitting; Establishment of a Permit Regulatory Office; and the creation of a Qualified Data Center Tax Credit.

NAIOP is immensely grateful to Governor Maura Healey, Speaker of the House Ronald Mariano and Senate President Karen Spilka for their leadership to ensure this critical legislation is enacted.

NAIOP also applauds the Conference Committee members, Chairman Aaron Michlewitz; Chairman Michael Rodrigues; Chairman Jerald Parisella; Chairman Barry Finegold; Representative David Muradian; and Senator Peter Durant for their hard work over many months to advance a bold and balanced final bill.

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