2025 Multifamily Industry Summit

Join us on October 30th for our annual Industry Summit. This event provides owners, executives, and developers with a wealth of information from leaders in the industry. Join us to hear about trends, developments and opportunities in the multifamily industry from state and national experts. 

Cost

$125 Member Full Program: Includes all seminars, cocktail reception, and Industry Outlook 

$95 Industry Outlook Only: Includes cocktail reception and Industry Outlook (5PM-6:45PM)

Schedule

Registration Opens: 12:30 pm

2026 Regulatory and Legislative Preview 1:00-1:45 pm 

Brian Spaulding is the President of the Indiana Apartment Association (IAA), which represents over 293,000 professionally managed apartment homes statewide. Brian previously served as IAA’s Vice President of Government Affairs. During his tenure at IAA, Spaulding has served on IAA’s behalf on the Indiana Supreme Court’s Eviction Task Force (2021), Indiana General Assembly’s Housing Task Force (2022), and was appointed to Governor-Elect Braun’s Transition Council for Constituent Services (2025).  Prior to joining IAA in 2019, Spaulding served in various roles, including Deputy Chief of Staff, for Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02). Spaulding has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Purdue University and a Juris Doctorate from Michigan State University. He is a licensed attorney in Indiana and Michigan.

Mike Patarino, President of Construction at Cityscape Residential, has been involved in the construction industry for 40 years. His multifaceted experience includes roles as a draftsman, project manager, construction manager, director, vice president, and president of construction. Patarino is also an Commissioner of Indiana’s Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission. He will provide an update on the fire, building, and electrical codes, which either have advanced in rulemaking or are nearing rulemaking.

Brian Spaulding, J.D., President, Indiana Apartment Association

Mike Patarino, President of Construction, Cityscape Residential

Navigating a Hard Insurance Market in the Apartment World 2:00-2:45 pm

Eric Rich graduated from Ball State University in 2007.  He entered the insurance industry in 2009.  Eric moved into the Independent side in 2011 and started with McGowan Insurance Group in 2012.  He left McGowan in 2017 to start his own agency and in 2021 merged his agency back with McGowan Insurance.  He is now a Partner and the Sales Leader at McGowan Insurance Group.  His main focus is the Multifamily Industry and has been focusing on this industry for over 10 years.  Eric lives in Pendleton with his wife Ashley of 16 years and 4 children.  Kaden (14), Logan (11), Grayson (10), and Maddison (6).  In his free time you will find him at ballpark, football field, or basketball court watching his kids play.  When not playing sports they love to camp, vacation, and go to Disney World as much as possible.

Eric Rich, Partner and Sales Leader, McGowan Insurance Group

Immigration Enforcement  3:00-4:00 pm

Jonathan Meyer is a partner in the Governmental Practice Group at Sheppard Mullin and leads the firm’s National Security team. He counsels clients on their interactions with federal and state government, as well as national and homeland security, Congressional oversight, cybersecurity, among other issues. Jon also co-leads the firm’s Congressional Investigations team and created Sheppard Mullin’s Executive Actions Tracker.

From 2021 to 2024, Jon was the Senate-confirmed Sixth General Counsel of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. As General Counsel, Jon was the chief legal officer and chief regulatory policy officer of the 260,000-person Department. Jon led the DHS legal team in litigating numerous cases in the Supreme Court and matters in the areas of immigration, regulatory law, and border security.

Jon is a two-time recipient of the Secretary of Homeland Security’s Outstanding Service Medal along with the U.S. Secret Service Director’s Honor Award, the Customs and Border Protection Commissioner’s Ensign Award, and the U.S. Coast Guard Commandant’s Distinguished Service Medal, among numerous other awards and honors.

 Jonathan Meyer, Partner, Sheppard Mullin

Tax Update: What the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) Means for the Multifamily Industry 4:10-5:00 pm

Michael Fritton is a seasoned Managing Director at CBIZ Somerset, specializing in financial services for real estate clients. With a robust background in accounting and finance, he has been instrumental in addressing complex tax issues related to real estate and construction. A Purdue University alumnus with an MBA from Indiana University, Michael combines academic prowess with extensive industry experience. He is not only a CPA but also a frequent speaker on tax-related matters, showcasing his commitment to client service and industry knowledge. His leadership extends beyond his role at CBIZ, as he actively participates in multiple professional organizations like the Indiana CPA Society and BOMA. Michael's dedication to community service is evident through his involvement with local organizations, reflecting his strong values. His long tenure at CBIZ since 1995 underscores his stability and expertise in the field.

 Michael Fritton, Managing Director, CBIZ

Cocktail Reception 5:00-5:45 pm

2026 Industry Outlook 5:45-6:45 pm

The team at CBRE will join us to provide their perspective on what we can expect to see in the coming year. CBRE’s Indiana + Louisville + Columbus Multifamily team, will detail transactions, deliveries, costs, and trends in 2025 before shifting their focus to predictions regarding the multifamily housing markets statewide in 2026 and beyond.  This presentation is always as entertaining as it is informative to any developer, investor, or executive seeking to grow their portfolio.

CBRE’s Indiana + Louisville + Columbus Multifamily team is a trusted advisor to apartment investors and owners. With 14 professionals and a track record of over $11.4 billion in sales, they combine market insight with hands-on execution to help clients achieve maximum value. 

George Tikijian, Vice Chairman, CBRE

George has been a leading force in the multifamily industry since 1984. George's influence extends far beyond his impressive sales record; he is a pivotal figure in the multifamily community, fostering growth by actively mentoring and developing the next generation of brokers, solidifying his legacy of leadership.

Hannah Ott, Vice Chairman, CBRE         

Hannah draws upon her extensive experience of over 25 years in multifamily sales, providing unparalleled leadership and expertise to achieve exceptional results.

Cameron Benz, Senior Vice President, CBRE

Cam has dedicated more than seven years to multifamily sales and leverages his deep understanding of the multifamily industry to drive success for the team.

Claire Hassfurther, Senior Associate, CBRE

Claire brings a solid foundation of seven years of commercial real estate experience and plays a key role in client communication and building strong relationships, making her a valuable asset to the team.