Our breakout sessions this year include
“Accelerating the Retail Experience through Next Generation Tactics” presented by Mary Ann O’Brien, OBI Creative, and Rod Yates, OTB Destination.A nationally-recognized branding and marketing thought leader, Mary Ann has been tapped by some of the most successful brands in the world to help steer their strategic direction. She has led national and global strategic initiatives for Intel, Microsoft, Sony, Gateway, Viewsonic, D-Link, Advanced Auto Parts, AT&T (formerly CellularOne), SAC Federal Credit Union and Miller Electric among others.
Founder of OTB Destination, Rodney D. Yates has developed a unique expertise in development, redeveloping and executing the leasing strategy and revenue generation for complex, destination, mixed-use projects. The company was founded to capitalize on the demand for non-traditional development.
Also, the TACK Architects and All Makes Office Equipment
chief office designer will discuss the impact of the recession and the new
thinking going on with respect to office size and configuration. For the
younger members in our industry, we are introducing a session on “Path to
Success” which is a panel of young professionals who will share how they build
and organize their tool kit for success. They will also share their ideas
on how best to accelerate your careers. CREW has invited students from
UNO Real Estate Department and the Creighton and Nebraska Law Schools to attend
CREW and particularly this session.
Jerry Slusky