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Speaker

Ms. Melinda McLaughlin

SVP, Global Head of Research Prologis

Ms. McLaughlin tracks, analyzes, and forecasts logistics of the real estate fundamentals and structural industry trends, and translates insights into strategic decision-making for Prologis. Her other areas of specialization include supply chain reconfiguration, location differentiation, and econometric modeling. Before joining Prologis in March 2015, Ms. McLaughlin was a Vice President at Rosen Consulting Group, a boutique firm that provides economic, housing and commercial real estate strategic consulting services to a diverse roster of clients. Ms. McLaughlin holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania with a concentration in Real Estate. In 2020, she was deemed one of San Francisco Business Times’ Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business and the Prologis Research team was named one of GlobeSt.com’s Industrial Influencers. She is also a member of the Urban Land Institute.

Speaking at

Wed Nov 05 4:00 PM — 5:00 PM (GMT-08:00) Pacific Time Moscone West - Level 3, 3020

What’s Next for Real Estate? Executive Insights from Emerging Trends in Real Estate®

Building on the themes introduced in the general session, this panel will take a deeper look at the forces shaping the future of real estate in 2026 and beyond. Join PwC and senior industry executives for a candid conversation about how the trends identified in Emerging Trends in Real Estate® are playing out on the ground. Panelists will share how they’re navigating uncertainty, capitalizing on emerging opportunities, and adapting their strategies to meet evolving market demands. Expect a dynamic discussion that goes beyond the headlines—exploring what’s driving change, what’s at stake, and how leaders are preparing for what’s next.