ICSC@SOUTHEAST

Wednesday October 15, 2025
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Exhibit Hall C1 Lobby

Wednesday October 15, 2025
8:15 am - 9:00 am
Location: Exhibit Hall C1

No breakfast service after 9:00 am. 

Wednesday October 15, 2025
8:45 am - 8:50 am
Location: Show Floor Theater

SPEAKER 

Josh Wulz, ICSC Marketplace Council Director, Georgia Marketplace; Principal, Otter Creek Holdings 

Wednesday October 15, 2025
8:50 am - 9:00 am
Location: Show Floor Theater

SPEAKERS 

Michelle Ryman, ICSC@SOUTHEAST 2025 Program Advisory Committee Chair; VP, Real Estate & Strategy, Papa John’s International  

Reid Mason, ICSC@SOUTHEAST 2025 Program Advisory Committee Vice Chair; EVP, Real Estate, Sullivan Wickley 

Wednesday October 15, 2025
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: Show Floor Theater

MODERATOR 

Reid Mason, ICSC@SOUTHEAST 2025 Program Advisory Committee Vice Chair; EVP, Real Estate, Sullivan Wickley 

RETAILERS 

Crunch Fitness – Heidi Oldridge, Senior Real Estate Manager 

Handel’s Ice Cream – Don Tomberlin, Director, Real Estate 

PGA Superstore – Dylan Merriweather, Head of Real Estate 

Rural King – Blake Pierce, President 

Wednesday October 15, 2025
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Exhibit Hall C1

Wednesday October 15, 2025
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Location: Show Floor Theater

Join leading capital market professionals and capital providers as they discuss current conditions in the capital markets, investment trends, and funding opportunities in retail real estate. This session offers a real world look at where capital is flowing and how deals are getting done in today's market. 

MODERATOR 

Tony D'Ambrosio, VP, Acquisitions & Dispositions, Big V Property Group 

Wednesday October 15, 2025
11:15 am - 11:45 am
Location: Show Floor Theater

As retail continues to evolve, smart redevelopment and strategic land use are unlocking new value in shopping centers. This session dives into how owners, developers, and investors are transforming aging assets and why grocery-anchored centers remain a powerful driver of foot traffic, stability, and long-term growth. Hear from the subject matter experts on what’s fueling success in today’s most resilient retail formats and how to position your center for the future. 

PANELISTS 

Rhodes Adair, Senior Manager, Investments, Regency Centers 

Jay Douglas, Managing Director, Development, The Ardent Companies 

Leslie Mintz, Senior Leasing Agent, Regency Centers 

Wednesday October 15, 2025
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Location: Exhibit Hall C1

No lunch service after 12:30 pm. 

Wednesday October 15, 2025
12:30 pm - 12:40 pm
Location: Meeting Rooms C113 & C114

Wednesday October 15, 2025
12:40 pm - 1:30 pm
Location: Meeting Rooms C113 & C114

Wednesday October 15, 2025
1:45 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Show Floor Theater

When a tenant files for bankruptcy, the ripple effects can be significant. Join legal and industry experts as they break down the bankruptcy process, clarify the roles of each party, and offer practical strategies to help landlords, tenants, and brokers stay afloat in these high-stakes situations. 

MODERATOR 

Clint Morse, Partner, Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard LLP 

PANELISTS 

John Murphy, CFO & COO, Sullivan Wickley 

Joseph Pegnia, Partner, GlassRatner 

Wednesday October 15, 2025
2:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Location: Show Floor Theater

Join us to hear from a panel of experienced industry professionals in single-tenant net lease (STNL) retail, including a seasoned developer, retailer, and investment sales broker, as they share how they are navigating today’s complex market to get deals done. From site selection to final sale, they will explore the strategies and collaborations driving successful STNL developments in a shifting economic landscape. 

MODERATOR 

Mark Tiller, Development Manager, Hendon Properties  

PANELISTS 

Justin Latone, SVP, Investment Sales, TSCG  

Jason Horne, Real Estate Manager, Chipotle Mexican Grill

Alan Lloyd, SVP, Leasing, GBT Realty Corporation 

Wednesday October 15, 2025
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Show Floor Theater

This panel brings together diverse perspectives across the retail real estate ecosystem, tenant, landlord, vendor, and broker to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way deals are sourced, sites are evaluated, and spaces are activated. The conversation will focus on where AI is already making an impact and where it’s headed next. Panelists will share real-world experiences and practical insights on how they’re using AI to make faster and more strategic decisions. 

MODERATOR 

Josh Wulz, ICSC Marketplace Council Director, Georgia Marketplace; Principal, Otter Creek Holdings 

PANELISTS 

Steve Blum, Chief Leasing Officer, Divaris Real Estate

Hue Chen, President, Saglo Companies 

Gregg Katz, Global Business Industry Solutions Lead - Real Estate, Esri 

Richard Smith, Senior Director Data Science & Consumer Analytics, Papa Johns 

Wednesday October 15, 2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Exhibit Hall C1