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2025 Real Estate Challenge: Competition Day
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM MDT
Category: Special Events

2025 NAIOP ROCKY MOUNTAIN REAL ESTATE CHALLENGE
presented by LAND TITLE
23rd ANNUAL COMPETITION DAY
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM MDT
Denver Center for the Performing Arts - Seawell Grand Ballroom

Join NAIOP Colorado and Land Title Guarantee Company for the premier real estate competition that connects the next generation of talent with the region’s leading industry professionals. 

Graduate student teams from the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of Denver will go head-to-head in this live case competition, presenting creative redevelopment proposals for the 15.6-acre Thornton Shopping Center—one of the most catalytic sites in the City of Thornton. 

A panel of esteemed judges will evaluate the proposals and award the coveted NAIOP Cup and scholarship prizes. With more than 700 real estate professionals in attendance, this event offers a unique opportunity to witness innovation in action, support future industry leaders, and engage with top decision-makers in the commercial real estate community. 


  DON'T MISS THE REAL ESTATE EVENT OF THE YEAR! 

  • Network with 700+ real estate professionals at the premier industry event hosted by Land Title!
  • Featured Powerhouse Panel of Prominent Industry Judges!
  • Lively competition between the CU Buffs and DU Pioneers!
  • Special Guest Emcee, Lisa Hidalgo, Denver 7 Weekday Morning Meteorologist.
  • Featured Guests from the City of Thornton.
  • Celebrate the Competition Winner and enjoy the After Party hosted by FirstBank!

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Location: Denver Center for the Performing Arts - Seawell Grand Ballroom  | 1350 Arapahoe St, Denver
DCPA Parking & Transportation: Click Here for Details
Attire: Business Professional or Cocktail Attire


SCHEDULE:  

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM    Check-In & Networking Reception with Light Appetizers
6:30 PM - 6:50 PM    Welcome & Sponsor Recognition
6:50 PM - 7:05 PM    University of Colorado Team Presentation
7:05 PM - 7:20 PM    University of Denver Team Presentation
7:20 PM - 8:00 PM    Judges Deliberation, Special Guest Remarks & NAIOP Tracy Wilkes Cup Presentation
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM   Post-Event Celebration & Reception 


REGISTRATION:
Extended Early Bird Deadline - April 18, 2025  |  Final Registration Deadline - April 23, 2025 | Register Now

Registration
Type

 

Early Bird
(Through April 18, 2025)

 

Standard 
(April 19 - April 23, 2025)

 

Late
(After April 23, 2025) 

NAIOP Member

 

$190

 

$210

 

$230

NAIOP DL Member

 

$160

 

$175

 

$195

Non-Member

 

$235

 

$260

 

$285

Student

 

$90

 

$99

 

$110

Student Family
Member

 

$190

 

$210

 

$230

Elite Full Table
(10 Seats)

 

$2,475

 

$2,750

 

$3,025

Elite Half Table
(5 Seats)

 

$1,350

 

$1,500

 

$1,650

Premium Full Table
(10 Seats)

 

$2,250

 

$2,500

 

$2,750

Premium Half Table
(5 Seats)

 

$1,125

 

$1,250

 

$1,375

 

Registration includes: Complimentary sodas, sparkling water, light appetizers, small plates, and one (1) complimentary drink ticket for the after-party. 
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received by Wednesday, April 23, 2025, to receive a refund. 
Register Online Now

Purchase Tickets

 


 

MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES:

Showcase your brand at Colorado's premier real estate event! With 700+ attendees from across the industry, this is the ideal event to connect decision-makers and gain high-impact visibility. Please contact [email protected] for more details.


  THANK YOU TO OUR CHALLENGE SPONSORS
MAJOR CHALLENGE SPONSOR:
 
PROJECT SPONSORS:
     
                   
           
     SCHOLARSHIP SPONSOR:
     
 

AFTER PARTY SPONSOR:

 

COMPETING UNIVERSITIES:

                

ARCHITECTURAL RESOURCES:

           

     GENERAL CONTRACTOR RESOURCES:

Interested in 2025 Challenge Marketing Opportunities? 
Contact Jayma File at NAIOP by phone at (303) 782-0155 or Email
 

Contact: [email protected]