On the scene: NAIOP I.CON East 2026 conference

Jessica Perry//May 21, 2026//

NAIOP I.CON East 2026 conference

From left: Jack Fraser, president, global head of industrial and logistics capital markets, Newmark, moderates the Small Bay, Strong Fundamentals panel discussion at the NAIOP I.CON East 2026 conference May 21 at the Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson featuring Brian Whitmer, managing partner, Doors & Spaces Industrial; Jeff Jenkins, vice president, Acquisitions, WareSpace; and David Greek, managing partner, Greek Real Estate Partners. - JESSICA PERRY/NJBIZ

NAIOP I.CON East 2026 conference

From left: Jack Fraser, president, global head of industrial and logistics capital markets, Newmark, moderates the Small Bay, Strong Fundamentals panel discussion at the NAIOP I.CON East 2026 conference May 21 at the Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson featuring Brian Whitmer, managing partner, Doors & Spaces Industrial; Jeff Jenkins, vice president, Acquisitions, WareSpace; and David Greek, managing partner, Greek Real Estate Partners. - JESSICA PERRY/NJBIZ

On the scene: NAIOP I.CON East 2026 conference

Jessica Perry//May 21, 2026//

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Leaders in industrial development gathered May 21 for the NAIOP I.CON East 2026 conference at the Hyatt Regency on the Hudson.

Jack Fraser, president, global head of industrial and logistics capital markets, , moderated the Small Bay, Strong Fundamentals panel discussion, featuring Brian Whitmer, managing partner, Doors & Spaces Industrial; Jeff Jenkins, vice president, Acquisitions, ; and David Greek, managing partner,

Throughout the discussion, speakers explored why small bay has caught the eye of investors — and what they should understand about the emerging niche.

“This is not a passive investment and it shouldn’t be viewed as such,” advised Greek. “You have to be very hands-on.”

Panelists also emphasized the role of community connection, streamlined operations, AI and more toward achieving that end.

Stay tuned for more from the marquee event, exploring all things .