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An honest, genuine, and often thought-provoking discussion among four women retail real estate professionals doled out career advice, shouted out the names of life-changing mentors, and discussed the challenges of being pulled at from different angles and priorities. Left to right: Moderator Emily Whalen, Rappaport; Vicki Davis, Urban…

From job sites to executive offices, women are claiming a growing share of leadership roles across the construction industry. In the last decade, the percentage of construction sector jobs held by women has grown from 9.6 percent to 16 percent. Left to right: Moderator Brett Foelber, St John…

The idea of converting a largely vacant retail strip into a modern logistics center seemed fraught with potential pitfalls and unforeseen expenses. But just over a year ago, ARCO Design/Build successfully completed the transformation of the Diamond Point Shopping Center in Dundalk to the Diamond Logistics Center – a…

More than 2.2 million square feet of space, accounting for 28 buildings, is currently under construction in the greater Baltimore area. The breakdown of asset classes includes two flex/office buildings, 11 warehouse/industrial projects, and 15 commercial office buildings. Rossville Industrial Park. Photo courtesy of Knott Realty. “It is…

As Mayland jurisdictions work to both attract data center developments and address community concerns, one challenge looms over the entire industry – meeting vastly higher energy needs. Industry watchers say governments and businesses need to embrace new ways of meeting growing energy needs or risk stifling economic development in Maryland.

Amid the focus on energy and budget debates, a largely overlooked transportation measure is beginning to make its way through the Maryland General Assembly. The Transportation Climate Alignment Act (HB 437 / SB 59) would establish new regulatory hurdles for major highway capacity projects and direct the Maryland Department of…

As President and CEO of NAIOP, Marc Selvitelli presides over the Herndon, Virginia-based organization with a mission to “elevate the commercial real estate development industry, strengthen member value proposition, and provide robust advocacy activities, as well as education and research resources.” This summer, the trade association is shifting to a…

Months of debate, a detailed study and sometimes heated feedback from the public left Prince George’s County officials probing the economic benefits, development challenges and regulatory complexities of data center developments. A task force report and set of policy recommendations recently equipped the county with a path forward. But policymakers…

When Rite Aid pulled out of Padonia Village Shopping Center, Continental Realty Corporation transformed the space into a childcare center. Photos courtesy of Continental Realty Corporation. Store closures by Rite Aid, CVS, Joann Fabrics and Crafts, Party City, Big Lots, Bed Bath & Beyond, and other major retailers…

A dramatic drop in multi-family permitting in Montgomery County has drawn sharp criticism, big questions and some rethinking of county policies. Data released by the county’s Planning Department showed a major change in the number of multi-family units permitted since County Council enacted a rent control law in July 2024.