Dispute Resolution Management Committee*

Maui Development Tour †
(Open to CREs, Guests & Spouses)

Join two representatives of the Maui Coastal Land Trust on a walking tour of Hawea Point, adjacent to the Kapalua Resort. In 2004, approximately two acres at Hawea Point was protected in a conservation easement between the private land owners and Maui Open Space Trust. The easement is a key access corridor for the public along Maui’s incredible northwestern coastline and a significant area for shorebird nesting. The area also offers gorgeous views across the Kaiwi Channel to Molokai. Guides will lead a walking tour of Hawea Point, discuss the details of the land trust and share their knowledge of the history, flora and fauna of Maui.

Buses will depart from the main entrance of the hotel beginning at 1:30 pm for a short ride to the edge of the Kapalua Resort. From there, participants will make an approximately ½ mile hike to Hawea Point. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes and don’t forget sunblock and a hat.

Guides: Dale Bonar, Ph.D. – Executive Director, Maui Coastal Land Trust; Scott Fisher – Project Manager, Maui Coastal Land Trust

New Members & New Member Hosts Reception*

New Members will be introduced and presented with CRE membership certificates.
(Open to New Members, New Member Hosts and their spouses.)

Market Watch Economic Forecast

[Presentation available] Gary Schlossberg, vice president & senior economist of Wells Capital Management (WCM) and frequent commentator in the US, Japanese and European financial press, will open the Counselor's Annual Convention with an engaging economic forecast. Schlossberg keeps a close eye on conditions in the equity and fixed income markets, along with the developments in the foreign exchanges and international capital markets.

Coordinator: Art Pasquarella, CRE - Berwind Property Group
Speaker: Gary Schlossberg - Wells Capital Management

Global Dynamics: The Influence of Capital Flows on the Hawaiian and Mainland Investment Markets

As more investment capital leaves the US for international shores, what effect will this have on the US market? Is this trend purely for diversification sake or are yields higher abroad? What is the real value of international investment exposure taking into account currency risk, political instability and related issues?

Coordinator: Ken Riggs, CRE - RERC
Moderator: James J. Curtis III, CRE - The Bristol Group, Inc.
Speaker: Kevin A. Crummy - Eastdil Secured

Business Issues Sessions

Join your fellow Counselors in smaller groups and participate in moderated discussions focused on several professional niches. Take advantage of the unique access that your Counselor membership allows and don't miss these productive, intimate and highly informative discussions.
Coordinator: Ray Jackson, CRE - Jackson Advisory Group, Inc.

Beachside Cocktail Reception †

Join fellow Counselors and friends for a poolside reception at the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua. Afterwards, you are encouraged to explore the charming town of Lahaina and its many fabulous restaurants. The hotel concierge can assist with your restaurant selection and reservations.

(Attire appropriate for individual post-reception plans.)

Chairman's Hospitality Suite

Informal Roundtable Sessions

Join your fellow Counselors at informal roundtable sessions designed to foster easy dialogue on shared experiences and lessons learned. The sessions will focus on topics chosen by participants so take advantage of the opportunity to influence the program content and email any issues you would like to discuss to Julie Griffiths at jgriffiths@cre.org.

Coordinator: Rick Tannenbaum, CRE - Cohen Financial

Hospitality Focus: Hotel Opportunities and Strategies

As President and Founder of HVS International, a global hospitality consulting organization, Steve Rushmore is one of the giants in the hospitality industry. Rushmore will present his unique outlook of the industry, focusing on future opportunities and unique strategies in the hotel market.

Coordinator: Al Benton, CRE – Benton Advisory Group
Speaker: Steve Rushmore - HVS International

The Impact of Rising Construction Costs and Interest
Rates on Future Developments & Investment Issues

Leading authorities in development, construction and investment examine the impact of rising construction costs and interest rates on current and future developments in the US and overseas.

Coordinator: Rich Hanson, CRE - Mesa Development LLC
Speaker: Lance Wilhelm - Kiewit Building Group

Business Issues Sessions

Join your fellow Counselors in smaller groups and participate in moderated discussions focused on several professional niches. Take advantage of the unique access that your Counselor membership allows and don't miss these productive, intimate and highly informative discussions.
Coordinator: Ray Jackson, CRE - Jackson Advisory Group, Inc.

Business Issues Session III: Leaseholds, Litigation, and Arbitrations

Bob Hastings, CRE will share his insights into the arbitration and litigation process in the local Hawaiian market. From this point, we will discuss the issues of common interest related to having a successful litigation practice. Among the questions we will attempt to collectively answer are:

· Who are your litigation clients and how do you gain access to them?
· What areas of litigation support are expanding in your markets?
· How do you align yourself with other litigation professionals to create a synergy in marketing yourself?

Moderator: Del Kendell, CRE - RERC
Speaker: Robert Hastings Jr., CRE - Hastings, Conboy, Braig & Associates

Business Issues Session IV: Institutional Consulting

The Real Story Behind the Costs & Benefits of Green Building

Learn about new developments in green building and how the institutional investment and lending communities are at the forefront. Cost/Value/Benefit issues will be explored along with the creation of new financing vehicles to address this trend.

Moderator: Theddi Wright Chappell, CRE - Pacific Security Capital
Speakers: Scott Muldavin, CRE - The Muldavin Company; Timothy Lowe, CRE - Waronzof Associates.

Members Luncheon

The event features awards and special presentations.

Chairman's Dinner †

Join us on the beachside lawn of the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua for a joint celebration honoring 2006 CRE Chairman Al Benton and his wife Barbara for their service and dedication to The Counselors of Real Estate, and 2007 Chairman-Elect Tony Souza and his wife Gloria as they begin their year of leadership.

(Black tie or resort formal attire preferred)

Chairman's Hospitality Suite

2006 Board of Directors Meeting

All CREs are encouraged to attend the Board of Directors Meeting.

Counselors Collaborative*

Spouse Welcome Breakfast

Meet old friends and new CRE spouses and take the opportunity to learn a little more about each other at this extended welcome breakfast.

Discover the Ancient Hawaiian Culture, including Lei-Making Lessons †

Experience a glimpse into the history and traditions of Kanaka Maoli or Native Hawaiian and of the ancient Hawaiian culture that thrived on the most isolated islands on earth. Participants will explore Hawaiian language, traditions, spiritual beliefs, and the relationship between Kanaka Maoli and their environment. To complement the cultural discussion, a lesson in lei-making will follow which will explain the significance and history of the art.

Atlantis Submarine & Lahaina Lunch †

Experience the beauty of Maui's marine life with a tour on the Atlantis Submarine. The submarine descends to depths of almost 100 feet in Lahaina's majestic coastal waters where intricate coral reefs, fish and other marine life are visable. Lunch will follow at the quaint Pioneer Inn (circa 1901), a popular restaurant which captures the ambiance of the tranquil plantation era. Afterwards, take a stroll through the historic whaling town of Lahaina.
Bus transportation will depart from the main entrance of the hotel at 9:30 am. Guests on this tour must be physically capable of ascending and descending a near vertical ladder in order to enter and exit the submarine. If you have any questions, please contact staff in the registration office.

Spouse Farewell Breakfast

(Individual payment at the restaurant.)