Thought Leaders
Thought Leaders is the home to the voices of industry leaders, as they share their expertise and insights directly from the field. Explore this section to gain the perspectives of those at the top of their class.

MRI Software is a leading provider of real estate solutions and industry data that transform the way communities live, work and play. Its open, intelligent platform empowers owners, operators, agents and occupiers in commercial and residential property organizations to stay ahead in rapidly changing markets.
Founded in 1986, SRS Real Estate Partners is building upon its retail foundation to provide extensive commercial real estate solutions to tenants, owners, and investors. Headquartered in Dallas, with 29 offices in the U.S., SRS has grown into one of the industry’s most influential and respected leaders. Our commitment to excellence is strengthened by our Guarantee of Value and our success is measured in the achievement of our clients’ objectives, satisfaction, and trust. For more information, please visit srsre.com srsre.com.
With more than twenty-five years of experience in real estate technology, Spherexx is an early innovator in AI-driven PropTech, having applied machine learning to its SaaS platforms since 2013, beginning with revenue management. Today, its SaaS solutions support multifamily teams across revenue management, CRM, website CMS with inline editing, and AI-powered chat.
Colliers is a leader in global real estate, offering comprehensive services to investors, property owners, tenants and developers around the world. With professionals in 68 countries worldwide, we are united by our spirit of enterprise. We take initiative, think creatively, collaborate to achieve and use our expertise to innovate. Our 15,000 employees embrace a culture of service excellence. We strive to deliver the best service experience, in both the business results we achieve and through personal attention, to exceed our client's expectations.
Founded in 1989, CORFAC has 75 offices in the U.S., Canada, and international markets, including Belgium, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, England, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Russia, Scotland, South Korea, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates. CORFAC offices close an average of 10,000 lease and sales transactions valued in excess of $10 billion annually, totaling 750 million square feet closed and managed worldwide.
For more than 90 years, our members have made us the world’s strongest voice for all things real estate management. Almost 20,000 leaders in commercial and residential management call this home for education, support and networking. Our CPM®, ARM®, ACoM®, and AMO® certifications are internationally recognized symbols of ethical leadership and a well-managed property. And our tools deliver decades of on-the-job know-how to help members get even better at what they do. Put simply – IREM and its members are here to elevate the profession. If you know real estate management, come get to know us irem.org
Matthews™, a commercial real estate investment services and technology firm, holds recognition as an industry leader in investment sales, leasing, and debt and structured finance. Based out of Nashville, TN, and strategically positioned with over 1,000 agents and employees in 30 offices across the United States, Matthews™ continues to focus on expansion into new markets. For more information, please visit www.matthews.com.
TPG Angelo Gordon's Net Lease business provides real estate sale-leaseback financing to less-than-investment grade owner-occupiers of corporate real estate. In addition to working with privately-held and public large and middle market companies, our team has extensive experience providing sale-leaseback financing to financial sponsors and their portfolio companies. TPG Angelo Gordon, with its significant experience as a principal investor in credit and real estate assets, provides an underwriting platform in the net lease industry, enabling the Net Lease group to execute transactions with a high degree of certainty, timeliness, and sophistication.
Coast Energy maximizes commercial property value by transforming underused space into valuable energy assets—delivering immediate financial returns with zero upfront cost. Coast Energy develops, owns, and operates custom solar and energy storage systems that boost NOI, reduce electricity costs, and create new revenue streams from rooftops and parking areas. Coast Energy’s full-service approach—spanning analysis, installation oversight, and ongoing management—ensures seamless execution and long-term performance. Driven by innovation and integrity, Coast Energy helps real estate leaders turn decarbonization into a competitive edge.
AEI Consultants (AEI) provides building, environmental, land, and sustainability consulting, as well as property valuation services throughout North America. Founded in 1992, the company is employee-owned and operated. AEI is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area and has offices across the U.S. Visit aeiconsultants.com to learn how our services can help you.




