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COVID-19 insights and tools for the hospitality industry

The Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration has developed a collection of resources to equip all sectors of the hospitality industry with tools and guidance as its leaders continue to navigate the unprecedented impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The Center for Real Estate and Finance provides students with a variety of opportunities to stay actively engaged in the real estate and financial industry. Learn More


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Shape the future of real estate by supporting center events and programs that enhance our students’ educational experience outside of the classroom.

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Become an advisory board member and interact with leading practitioners, offer industry perspectives, and gain insight from researchers and academics.

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Members in the News

CREF Advisory Board members and their companies are often featured in the news as thought leaders in their fields. Here, at the Center for Real Estate and Finance, we are proud to recognize their accomplishments. Please take a moment to learn more about our members!

February 1, 2023

Roseville Junction hotels revealed

Featuring Nirav Shah, MMH ’05, Regional Vice President, Development, Hyatt

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January 27, 2023

Report: New W Hotel Is Coming to Universal Orlando

Featuring Board Member Company Buccini Pollin

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January 18, 2023

Shining a Light on the Corporate Transparency Act: FinCEN’s Rules for Beneficial Ownership Reporting

Featuring Jeff Horwitz, Senior Partner, Co-head of Private Equity Real Estate, Proskauer

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CREF News and Updates

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May 31, 2023

Q1 Hotel Prices Show Moderate Gains, Some Declines in Q1 Hotel Prices

Buying opportunities still exist, but momentum is faltering in the Mid- and South Atlantic regions.

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May 12, 2023

Cornell Real Estate Club Visits Industry Leaders and Alumni in Chicago

Tyler Bonaparte ’25 and Reika Nakagawa ’25 write about their career trek to Chicago, where they met with real estate industry professionals.

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May 9, 2023

Cornell Diversity and Inclusion in Real Estate, Spring 2023 Trek to Washington DC

DAIRE brought 11 club members to Washington, DC for their 2nd career trek with the help of the Center for Real Estate and Finance (CREF)

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