Changing Demand for Industrial Properties - Module 2

Recorded On: 04/21/2020

Industrial real estate is one of the largest commercial real estate sectors in terms of square footage and, in many ways, it also forms the backbone of our economy. With the dramatic rise in ecommerce and grocery delivery services in recent years, we rely on warehouses and distribution centers to bring us essential goods now more than ever. During this module, we will explore advances in logistics and supply chain management.

Learning objectives:

Identify and discuss the major factors that are creating increased demand for industrial real estate
Explore the evolution of the ever-changing demand for goods

Luci Smith, BOMA Fellow, RPA, FMA

Director of Property Management

Link Industrial Properties

Luci Smith, BOMA Fellow, RPA, FMA, is the Director of Property Management for the Southeast at Link Industrial Properties. She oversees over 100mm square feet of industrial and office properties, interacting daily with the 3rd party management companies. Ms. Smith has been an active BOMA member since 2005. She currently sits on the BOMA International Executive Committee as a Director and is Co-Chair of the 2020 BOMA Southern Region Conference being held in Orlando, Florida. In addition to aiding BOMA International’s Education Committee, Ms. Smith has taught numerous RPA, Leadership and Industrial courses over the past 10 years. Industrial Management has been her specialty throughout her career, which has led to her participation in creating the BOMA International Industrial Committee, BOMA/Orlando Industrial Team and the “Round Robin” event they hold.