Where decisions are made.
The PERE Asia Summit will return in-person to connect private real estate’s most influential global community of institutional investors, fund and asset managers, and strategic partners.
Meet the region’s biggest allocators and gain leading insight from Asia’s most important investors. The Summit helps you secure capital allocations for global real estate investments and be at the forefront of Asian markets.
Join in-person or virtually for networking you simply cannot find elsewhere. Build long-lasting relationships, meet the right investors, and make informed investment decisions.
Covid precautions
To help keep you and your peers safe, we have embraced some common principles to ensure the smooth running of the global PERE events portfolio.
Join the Summit in-person
Connect in-person with investors on Day 2 of the Summit (17 November). Join in-person sessions and networking in Hong Kong, all of which will be simultaneously streamed to our virtual platform.
Close your fund faster.
Connect with Asian LPs allocating across a wide spectrum of global real estate strategies in networking sessions and small group meetings
Make more informed investment decisions.
The Summit’s world-class speaking faculty will show you where, and how, you can find attractive investments across the globe.
Reconnect with LPs and peers in-person.
Join in-person networking at the first Hong Kong Chapter meeting on day two of the Summit.
Our speaking faculty
Join industry-altering discussions
Download the agenda to see the trends impacting Asian investors and markets, including:
- LP strategies on funds, direct and co-investments
- Driving capital to Asia-Pacific hotspots, what’s next?
- ESG – shaping positive outcomes
- Office is here to stay – are you?
- And much more …
Meet Asia’s leading LP community
Build relationships, share the latest market insights, and shape global capital flow with Asia’s most influential LP community.
What our attendees say
Byron Byrne
Realmont Property Partners
PERE Asia provides a great platform to meet and network with leading real estate groups across Asia and globally.
Bill Schwab
LCI Investment Company
It doesn’t get bigger than the PERE Asia Summit.
Jasmine HU
Oxford Properties
The best real estate networking event of the year!
Now part of the Global Passport
By securing your place at the PERE Asia Summit you will instantly become part of our global network of private real estate leaders shaping the asset class.
Members have year-round access to the global blackbook of investors, frequent touchpoints with the market, and a place at all PERE conferences throughout the year, including:
Year-round private real estate networking
The 14th PERE Asia Summit will take place virtually on our industry-leading platform.
Easily seek out relevant investors, get maximum visibility for your firm, and maintain relationships across the global industry.
Attendance at the Summit is now exclusive to Global Passport members – our new industry-leading LP/GP network. Connect with a wider audience than ever before across the entire year in-person and online.
Book a tour to see how, in addition to attendance at the PERE Asia Summit, membership can help grow your business.
A unique in-person and virtual experience
Secure your next investor
Connect with Asia's leading LPs to secure capital for your firm.
Asia Summit attendees shape global markets
Your access to the 14th annual PERE Asia Summit will provide more value than ever before, with year-round access to a little blackbook of global real estate’s most influential community.
Close your fund more efficiently.
Utilize year-round access to a little black book of Asian LPs allocating across a wide spectrum of real estate strategies and geographies.
Uncover high-yield opportunities.
Advance your strategic edge on the competition by gaining action-led, unique insights from the thought-leaders shaping the industry.
Save time building your network.
Connect with decision-makers across the globe who can help you create value for your firm through our unrivalled virtual experience.
Stay connected with the global network
Nick Brugman
BNP Paribas
PERE Asia provided a perfect mix between good speakers, high-quality content of discussions and sufficient time for networking. It provides ample opportunities…
Hidetoshi Ono
Manulife Insurance Company
The conference was a success. Content was relevant, speakers were excellent, organization was flawless, and delegates were interesting. One of the best conferen…
Peter Sotoloff
Mack Real Estate Credit Strategies
PERE Asia is the thought-leader, in our organization’s perspective, for global decision-makers. The collection of content, speakers and networking relatio…
Nick Brugman
BNP Paribas
PERE Asia provided a perfect mix between good speakers, high-quality content of discussions and sufficient time for networking. It provides ample opportunities to catch up with existing relationships and build new ones.
Asia Summit attendees get more
By attending the Asia Summit you will join real estate’s most influential global network. Membership will give you:
- Access to the Asia Summit
- Virtual access to all of PERE’s global events
- Access to the investor directory
- Frequent virtual and in-person networking opportunities
- And much more …
Explore the trends shaping real estate capital flow
Event brochure
See who you can meet in-person and our world-class speaking faculty in this brochure.
Pre-Event Resources
View the crucial topics our speakers will discuss
Download the agenda to see the topics that our speakers will be tackling at the PERE Asia Summit 2021.
Want to join our industry-leading speaking faculty? Contact Brix Sumagaysay today.
2021 Confirmed speakers:
Daniel R. Dubrowski
Co-Founder and Head of Capital Formation, Lionstone Investments/Columbia Threadneedle Investments
Hosung Shim
Investment Manager, Overseas Real Estate Investment Team, Korea Public Officials Benefit Association (POBA)
Kazunari Yaguchi
Senior Executive Officer and Head of Real Estate Investment Department, Japan Post Bank
View the key conversation topics
Download the agenda to see the trends shaping Asian investors’ allocation strategies and markets across the region. These topics will shape the discussions at the PERE Asia Summit 2021.
Have a topic that you would like to discuss on the agenda? Contact Brix Sumagaysay today.
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Agenda
PERE Asia Summit Day 1 - Virtual experience - Tuesday 16th
Virtual event (all times in Hong Kong time zone; Simultaneous translation in Japanese, Korean and English)
08:40 - 09:30
Panel: State of the global industry
Zoe Hughes,
Joyce Chow,
Daniel R. Dubrowski,
Paul Gillen,
Michael Levy,
Jolly Singh,
Bastian van Halder
- Maintaining relationships and building partnerships during covid
- Discover the changing landscape of US real estate
- How sustainability standards ensure success for investors and communities
Daniel R. Dubrowski
Co-Founder and Head of Capital Formation, Lionstone Investments/Columbia Threadneedle Investments
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09:40 - 10:20
Panel: Investor strategies on funds, direct and co-investments
Shirin Tang,
Koki Fukui,
Kate Herfort,
Josephine Yip,
Laurent Jacquemin
- Sectors that will become appealing to real estate investors in 2022
- Safe-haven markets for investors post-covid and how geopolitics affect investment behaviour
- What type of investment strategies benefit LPs the most?
10:30 - 11:10
Panel: Asia as a strategy for portfolio diversification
Tinchuck Ng,
Tiow Chye Chua,
Rushabh Desai,
Richard Yue,
Gilles Chow
- Zooming in on core real estate – is this the best option in the region?
- Investing in Asian emerging markets vs developed countries – finding the right risk-return balance in region’s geographies
- Building relationships and sourcing partnerships during the pandemic
11:20 - 12:00
Panel: China and the Greater Bay Area
Nina Yang,
Tammy Tang,
Hank Hsu,
Claire Thielke ,
Tim Wang
- Betting on the future – what does the GBA hold for real estate investors and how does this affect the Hong Kong property market?
- How are the office and logistics sectors fairing in China in the current environment? What are the niche sectors to look out for?
- What is the secret sauce for developers to succeed in this increasingly competitive market?
12:10 - 12:40
Panel: Spotlight on Australia
Jennifer Johnstone-Kaiser,
Deborah Coakley,
Greg Lapham,
Grace Szeto,
Sabine Schaffer
- Beyond the mainstream, where should investors look for diversification?
- New fund strategies for investors – what would make them stand out?
- Managing assets under current travel restrictions
- Repurposing retail – what can be done?
12:50 - 13:55
Break
13:55 - 14:15
Presentation: Riding the cycle - how to include European real estate markets for global diversification
Henrike Waldburg
Followed immediately by investor-only roundtable: Real estate sectors that Japanese and Korean LPs should not miss
14:20 - 15:00
Panel: Opportunities and challenges in debt funds in the post-covid world
Joel Rothstein,
Alberto Agazzi,
Apwinder Foster,
Seung-ki Jeong
- Diversifying from equity to debt – why are the biggest investors dipping their toes in the sector?
- Where do the boundaries of an ESG-focused lender’s responsibility lie when structuring a deal?
- Dislocated sectors and distressed opportunities – putting capital to work in an uncertain economic environment
- Looking ahead: realistic expectations and predictions for the next 5 years for real estate debt
15:10 - 15:50
Panel: Investing in European real estate markets
Henrike Waldburg,
Doyle Kim,
Tetsuji Arimori,
Kazunari Yaguchi,
Hosung Shim
- Core real estate – in the constantly changing face of mainstream investing, which sector provides the best returns?
- Niche/alternative sectors – where should investors look for diversification?
16:00 - 16:40
Panel: ESG – shaping positive outcomes
Anne Gales,
Pei Ya Boon,
Nina Reid,
Ruben Langbroek,
Raphael Mertens
- E: carbon neutral by 2050: how are leading managers advancing decarbonization?
- S: addressing social and economic issues through sustainable investments. How important is “social” in different countries?
- G: how good governance can reduce operational and reputational risks
16:50 - 17:30
Panel: Spotlight on Europe (followed by end of day one; Invitation-only networking in Tokyo)
Evelyn Lee,
Adrian Karczewicz,
Jose Pellicer,
Gianlorenzo Paolella
- Comparing and contrasting different markets in Europe
- The rise of ESG and the evolution of regulations in the region
- Sectors that are poised for growth after the pandemic
- Innovations in asset management in the current era
Agenda
PERE Asia Summit Day 2 - In-person with global live-streaming - Wednesday 17th
In-person event with global live-streaming (all times in Hong Kong time zone)
08:00 - 09:00
Registration starts
09:00 - 09:05
Welcome from PEI and opening remarks
Helen Sanders-de Lieto
09:05 - 10:00
Keynote panel: Driving capital to Asia-Pacific hotspots, what’s next on the horizon?
Christie Ou,
Peter Kim,
Kim Wright,
Jonathan Umali
- State of play – real estate after the pandemic
- Evaluating the effects of covid on developed and emerging markets
- Assessing valuations in listed vs. private markets. Are investors getting maxed out? How do you find value in a low interest environment?
- How important is ESG in Asia? How do investors factor this into their pricing and investment framework?
10:00 - 10:30
Keynote interview: Asian Real Estate After Covid
John Saunders,
Sabrina Du
BlackRock reveals their secrets on investing for the soaring 20’s, opportunities that should not be missed and sustainable investing on the road to net zero.
10:30 - 11:00
Coffee break
11:00 - 11:50
Panel: Investing in the future of living
Cathy Huang,
Jinglei Chen,
Victor Lor,
Leslie Chua,
Pokman Yiu
- How occupier expectations are reshaping residential real estate
- The continued growth of multifamily
- Senior housing and retirement living
- Student accommodation
11:50 - 12:40
Panel: Opportunities for investors after covid
Zoe Zuo,
Laurent Fischler,
Claire Tang
- Alternative sectors – where can you build scale and boost returns?
- Zooming in on data centres and the growing digital economy
- How big is the potential for life sciences?
- Future-proofing the “new economy” sectors
12:40 - 14:00
Lunch break
14:00 - 15:00
Panel: Logistics and warehousing
Henry Ching,
Brian Chinappi,
Rachel Tong,
Robert Johnson,
Justin Wai
- What does the warehouse of the future look like?
- Growth potential in e-commerce market – should you pay attention to last mile delivery?
- In a highly-competitive market, is there still value in logistics?
15:00 - 16:00
Panel: Office is here to stay – are you?
Alison Cooke,
Phil Kim,
Angel Li,
Chelsea Perino,
Roberto Versace,
Neil Anderson
- Reconfiguring space and office assets to the new occupier – improved buildings, quality design, wellness rating, etc.
- What is the new way of working and how will this develop over time?
- De-centralizing or Re-centralizing?
Alison Cooke
Managing Director - Real Estate, Starr International Investment Advisors (Asia)
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16:00 - 17:00
Member-only networking (followed by End of conference)
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Regional connections, global opportunities
Join us in-person on 17 November at the Grand Hyatt, Hong Kong for networking and live panel sessions.
Day 2 of the Asia Summit will be the first Hong Kong Chapter meeting of the new Global Passport LP/GP network – a community that is open to all members based in Hong Kong or passing through.
Network with Hong Kong-based speakers and LPs, catch up with old acquaintances and meet the new players in the city.
Join the Asia Summit for more connections than ever before as part of our unique in-person and virtual experience.
Join our Keynote
Discuss Asian real estate after covid with BlackRock
Fresh off raising $1.175 billion for BlackRock Asia Property Fund V, Head of BlackRock’s APAC real estate business John Saunders will share where he sees future prospects in the region after covid.
Keynote speaker
John Saunders
Managing Director, Head of APAC Real Estate
BlackRock
A unique in-person and virtual experience
Asia Summit attendees get more
By attending the Asia Summit and Hong Kong Chapter meeting, you will join real estate’s most influential global network. Membership will give you:
- Attendance at the Asia Summit
- Invitation to all Chapter Meetings
- Virtual access to PERE’s global events
- Access to the investor directory
- Frequent virtual and in-person networking opportunities
- And much more…
Regional connections, global opportunities
Join us in-person on 17 November at Sofitel Singapore City Centre, Singapore for networking and live panel sessions.
Day 2 of the Asia Summit will be the first Singapore Chapter meeting of the new Global Passport LP/GP network – a community that is open to all members based in Singapore or passing through.
Network with Singapore-based speakers and LPs, catch up with old acquaintances and meet the new players in the city.
Join the Asia Summit for more connections than ever before as part of our unique in-person and virtual experience.
Join our Keynote
Looking Beyond the Pandemic with ARA Asset Management
John will share ARA’s award-winning strategies and their perspective on where the best opportunities lie in the post-pandemic real estate landscape.
Join the “Industry Figure of the Year: Asia” (Global PERE Awards 2020) for the opening address.
Keynote speaker
John Lim
Co-Founder and Deputy Chairman
ARA Asset Management
A unique in-person and virtual experience
Asia Summit attendees get more
By attending the Asia Summit and Singapore Chapter meeting, you will join real estate’s most influential global network. Membership will give you:
- Attendance at the Asia Summit
- Invitation to all Chapter Meetings
- Virtual access to PERE’s global events
- Access to the investor directory
- Frequent virtual and in-person networking opportunities
- And much more…
Regional connections, global opportunities
Join us in-person on 17 November at the Shangri-La, Tokyo for networking and live panel sessions.
Day 2 of the Asia Summit will be the first Tokyo Chapter meeting of the new Global Passport LP/GP network – a community that is open to all members based in Tokyo or passing through.
Network with Tokyo-based speakers and LPs, catch up with old acquaintances and meet the new players in the city.
Join the Asia Summit for more connections than ever before as part of our unique in-person and virtual experience.
A unique in-person and virtual experience
Asia Summit attendees get more
By attending the Asia Summit and Tokyo Chapter meeting, you will join real estate’s most influential global network. Membership will give you:
- Attendance at the Asia Summit
- Invitation to all Chapter Meetings
- Virtual access to PERE’s global events
- Access to the investor directory
- Frequent virtual and in-person networking opportunities
- And much more…
Covid precautions
Our venue
1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
To help keep you and your peers safe, we require you to follow the Covid principles below to ensure the smooth running of the PERE Asia Summit.
All attendees must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status before checking into the event at Grand Hyatt Hong Kong.
To expedite this process, PEI Media and Grand Hyatt Hong Kong will be using the physical copy of vaccination, or digital proof of COVID-related health insights from iAM Smart mobile App, eHealth, or LeaveHomeSafe app. Complete your health screening with the app ahead of time for expedited check-in and entry. We will NOT be accepting any other form of record of vaccination at the event. We are only accepting physical proof or digital proof via selected mobile apps.
Questions? Please contact customerservices@peimedia.com.
The below information is as of 9 September 2021 and will be updated if health, safety and security guidelines change.
What additional measures are being followed at PERE Asia Summit 2021 – Hong Kong’s Chapter Meeting?
We would like to ensure our attendees feel confident as they return to attending our in-person events. To provide this additional comfort, we will continue to offer some enhanced measures and you can click here to view these Commitments. Click here for Grand Hyatt Hong Kong document outlining actions the hotel is taking.
I plan to travel to Hong Kong to attend this conference, what are the current travel restrictions?
Click here to view the latest quarantine measures for inbound travellers.
Do I need to be fully vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test to attend?
When you arrive at the event, you’ll need to provide proof that you’re:
- fully vaccinated against COVID-19 according to your national vaccine programme
How to show my vaccination
You can present your vaccination record through:
- “LeaveHomeSafe” Mobile App., or
- “iAM Smart” Mobile App., or
- “eHealth” Mobile App., or
- COVID-19 Vaccination Record (Hard Copy)
What do I need to do if I receive my vaccination outside of Hong Kong?
If you had received your vaccination outside of Hong Kong
- Please click here to view the list of recognized Covid-19 vaccines outside Hong Kong
- Guests must prepare and present all of the following:
- Covid-19 Vaccination Record (issues outside Hong Kong), and
- FEHD Specified Declaration Form (Click here to download)
Do I need to wear a mask?
You must wear a mask except when eating and drinking at the table.
What I need to do before collecting my name badge at the venue?
You must use “LeaveHomeSafe” Mobile App to scan QR code located at the entrance of the venue.
What happens if I cannot attend the event because I have COVID-19 symptoms, have tested positive or am unable to travel due to changes in quarantine rules?
PERE Passport members can join our global events in-person across a 12-month period,
Will there be any tracking of participants in the event of a positive COVID-19 test result?
Yes, if needed we will be asked to report any cases to The Department of Health for further handling.
Any questions regarding the event and vaccination requirements should be sent to customerservices@peimedia.com.
Covid precautions
Our venue
MARUNOUCHI TRUST TOWER MAIN, 1 Chome-8-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo
To help keep you and your peers safe, we require you to follow the Covid principles below to ensure the smooth running of the PERE Asia Summit.
All attendees must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status before checking into the event at Shangri-La Tokyo.
To expedite this process, PEI Media and Shangri-La Tokyo will be using the physical certificate, which provides COVID-related health insights. Complete your health screening ahead of time for expedited check-in and entry. We will NOT be accepting any other form of record of vaccination at the event. We are only accepting physical proof.
All attendees will receive the event-specific Health Pass registration code before the event.
Questions? Please contact customerservices@peimedia.com.
The below information is as of 9 September 2021 and will be updated if health, safety and security guidelines change.
What additional measures are being followed at PERE Asia Summit 2021 – Japan Chapter Meeting?
We would like to ensure our attendees feel confident as they return to attending our in-person events. To provide this additional comfort, we will continue to offer some enhanced measures and you can click here to view these Commitments. Click here for Shangri-La Tokyo document outlining actions the hotel is taking.
I plan to travel to Tokyonto attend this conference, what is are the current travel restrictions?
The Japanese Government announces their latest travel policy on their web site, click here to view the latest border control measures.
Do I need to be fully vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test to attend?
When you arrive at the event, you’ll need to provide proof that you’re:
- fully vaccinated against COVID-19 according to your national vaccine programme
- having a negative result of Antigen Rapid Test taken within 24 hours prior to event entry
We’ll let you know details as to how you provide the relevant result of Antigen Rapid Test nearer the time of the event.
How to show my vaccination
You can present your hardcopy vaccination record upon arrival.
Where can I purchase the Rapid Antigen Test kit?
Depending on where you live, rapid antigen test kits can be found in physical stores and buildings like pharmacies, local healthcare services, and facilities. They can equally be purchased online from a variety of websites.
Do I need to wear a mask?
You must wear a mask except when eating and drinking at the table.
What I need to do before collecting my name badge at the venue?
You are required to measure body temperature and use hand sanitizer before entering the venue. Japanese government currently does not require attendees to record their itinerary or attendance by mobile App. yet. If this changes, we will update this document.
What happens if I cannot attend the event because I have COVID-19 symptoms, have tested positive or am unable to travel due to changes in quarantine rules?
PERE Passport members can join our global events in-person across a 12-month period,
Will there be any tracking of participants in the event of a positive COVID-19 test result?
Yes, if needed we will be asked to report any cases to The Department of Health for further handling.
Any questions regarding the event and vaccination requirements should be sent to customerservices@peimedia.com.
Singapore in-person guideline
Our venue
9 Wallich St, Singapore 078885
To help keep you and your peers safe, we require you to follow the Covid principles below to ensure the smooth running of the PERE Asia Summit.
All attendees must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status before checking into the event at Sofitel Singapore City Centre.
To expedite this process, PEI Media and Sofitel Singapore City Centre will be using the TraceTogether App or physical vaccination card, which is given to all individuals vaccinated in Singapore, for your vaccination information. Complete your health screening with the above two types of documents ahead of time for expedited check-in and entry. We will NOT be accepting any other form of record of vaccination at the event.
All attendees will receive the event-specific Health Pass registration code before the event.
Questions? Please contact customerservices@peimedia.com.
The below information is as of 9 September 2021 and will be updated if health, safety and security guidelines change.
What additional measures are being followed at PERE Asia Summit 2021 – Singapore Chapter Meeting?
We would like to ensure our attendees feel confident as they return to attending our in-person events. To provide this additional comfort, we will continue to offer some enhanced measures and you can click here to view these Commitments.
Click here for Sofitel Singapore City Centre document outlining actions the hotel is taking.
What is the current Covid-19 situation in Singapore? I plan to travel to Singapore to attend this conference, what is are the current travel restrictions?
Singapore Government updates the latest Covid-19 news on their website, also click here to view the latest border measures. Find out which SafeTravel lanes you may use to travel to Singapore via this link: https://safetravel.ica.gov.sg/arriving/overview#st-business
Do I need to be fully vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test to attend?
When you arrive at the event, you’ll need to provide proof that you’re:
- fully vaccinated against COVID-19 according to your national vaccine programme
- having a negative result of Antigen Rapid Test taken within 24 hours prior to event entry
We’ll let you know details as to how you provide the relevant result of Antigen Rapid Test nearer the time of the event.
How to show my vaccination
You can present your hardcopy vaccination record upon arrival.
Where can I purchase the Rapid Antigen Test kit?
Depending on where you live, rapid antigen test kits can be found in physical stores and buildings like pharmacies, local healthcare services, and facilities. They can equally be purchased online from a variety of websites.
Do I need to wear a mask?
You must wear a mask except when eating and drinking at the table.
What I need to do before collecting my name badge at the venue?
You can present your vaccination record through:
- TraceTogether Application or
- a physical vaccination card
If you are resident in Singapore, you must download the TraceTogether Application on your mobile phone. You need to open the App on your phone to scan for SafeEntry before entering the venue.
Foreigners will be asked to Download the TraceTogether Application on their mobile phone upon arriving in Singapore and if they take vaccination which is recognized by WHO, they will be issued a Pass which they can use for entry to the venue.
What happens if I cannot attend the event because I have COVID-19 symptoms, have tested positive or am unable to travel due to changes in quarantine rules?
PERE Passport members can join our global events in-person across a 12-month period,
Will there be any tracking of participants in the event of a positive COVID-19 test result?
Yes, if needed we will be asked to report any cases to The Department of Health for further handling.
Any questions regarding the event and vaccination requirements should be sent to customerservices@peimedia.com.