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National Forums Symposium

April 28-30, 2026
Salt Lake City, Utah

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About National Forums Symposium

Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 - Thursday, April 30, 2026

Where: Salt Lake City, Utah

NAIOP’s National Forums Symposium brings together prominent industry professionals from across North America to share best practices, strengthen relationships with fellow Forums partners, and identify how best to capitalize on business opportunities. Learn more about NAIOP’s National Forums program.

 

Online registration is now closed.

If you are a NAIOP National Forums member, you can still register for the conference or a tour or special event at the NAIOP registration desk at the Salt Palace Convention Center, North Foyer, Level 1.

NAIOP Utah members may also register for a tour or special event at the NAIOP registration desk at the Salt Palace Convention Center, North Foyer, Level 1.

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Agenda

*Check with your Forum’s leadership for the full Forum meeting schedule.
This schedule is subject to change.

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Monday, April 27
7 p.m. - 9 p.m. MT Developing Leaders Gathering
7 p.m. - 10 p.m. MT National Forums Dinners
Tuesday, April 28
7 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. MT Espresso Bar Open
7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. MT Registration Open
7:45 a.m. - 9 a.m. MT Breakfast for Forum Meetings
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. MT National Forums Meetings
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. MT National Forums Meetings
11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. MT Lunch for Forum Meetings
12 p.m. - 5 p.m. MT National Forums Meetings
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. MT Networking Reception
7 p.m. - 10 p.m. MT National Forums Dinners
Wednesday, April 29
7 a.m. - 3 p.m. MT Espresso Bar Open
7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. MT Registration Open
7:45 a.m. - 9 a.m. MT Breakfast Buffet for Forum Members
8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. MT Executive Committee Meeting - Strategic Planning Session
8:45 a.m. - 12 p.m. MT Great Salt Lake Bus Tour
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. MT National Forums Meetings
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. MT National Forums Meetings
9:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. MT Downtown Salt Lake Adaptive Reuse Tour
11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. MT NAIOP Informational Session and Networking
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. MT Lunch Keynote General Session with Senator Mitt Romney
12 p.m. - 5 p.m. MT National Forums Meetings
1:45 p.m. - 5 p.m. MT Salt Lake Industrial Tour
1:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. MT Executive Committee Meeting
1:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. MT Forum Chairs Workshop
1:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. MT Research Foundation Governors and Industry Trends Meeting
2:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. MT Downtown SLC Walking Food Tour
4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. MT Research Foundation Trustees Meeting
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. MT Networking Reception
7 p.m. - 10 p.m. MT National Forums Dinners
6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. MT Off-site Research Foundation Governors Reception and Dinner
Thursday, April 30
7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. MT Registration Open
7:45 a.m. - 9 a.m. MT Breakfast Buffet for Forum Members
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. MT National Forums Meetings
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. MT National Forums Meetings
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. MT National Forums Meetings
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. MT National Forums Meetings
12 p.m. - 1 p.m. MT Lunch for Forum Meetings
7 p.m. - 10 p.m. MT National Forums Dinners

Keynote Speaker

Keynote Luncheon with Senator Mitt Romney
Wednesday, April 29
12-1:30 p.m.

Mitt Romney is a statesman, businessman and former Republican presidential nominee known for his bold leadership and independent voice. A singular figure in American politics, Romney brings deep insights into leadership, policy, and our nation’s most pressing challenges. He served as U.S. Senator for Utah from 2019-2025 and Governor of Massachusetts from 2003-2007. Before entering public service, Romney was a successful management consultant at Bain & Company and co-founded the highly successful private equity firm Bain Capital.

Senator Mitt Romney

 

Hotel and Travel

Conference Hotel

The event will be held at the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City and Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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Transportation and Parking

The Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City has easy access to a major airport and offers parking options.

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Weather in Salt Lake City

Business casual attire is recommended for speakers and conference attendees. Average April temperatures in Salt Lake city range from a high of 65 degrees to a low of 47 degrees. Bring a sweater or jacket as temperatures in the meeting rooms may vary.

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Registration

Online registration is now closed.

If you are a NAIOP National Forums member, you can still register for the conference or a tour or special event at the NAIOP registration desk at the Salt Palace Convention Center, North Foyer, Level 1.

NAIOP Utah members may also register for a tour or special event at the NAIOP registration desk at the Salt Palace Convention Center, North Foyer, Level 1.

 

Registration Fees

Fee Type Fee
National Forums Member Complimentary
NAIOP Executive Committee Member not on a Forum (Executive Committee Meeting Only) Complimentary
NAIOP Research Foundation Trustees and Governors (Trustees and Governors Meetings Only) Complimentary
NAIOP Industry Trends Task Force Members not on a Forum (Industry Trends Task Force Meeting Only) Complimentary

 

Confirmation

All registrations processed online receive an automatic order confirmation and receipt. If you register via fax, mail, or phone, a receipt must be requested by contacting education@naiop.org.

 

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be in writing.  Tours and special events are nonrefundable. No refunds will be made for no-shows. Cancellation notices should be sent to the NAIOP Education Department at education@naiop.org .

 

Recording and Videography

Attendees of National Forums Symposium may be captured by audio and video and consent to appear in conference recordings and promotional materials. For questions or to request not to appear in conference recordings, email hamilton@naiop.org.

 

Special Accommodations

Do you require a special accommodation to participate in this meeting? i.e., specific dietary needs (kosher/halal), audio captioning, mobility assistance, etc.? Please email education@naiop.org at least 7 days prior to the conference with your specific request.

 

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