Upcoming Events

Thank you for visiting our Upcoming Events page. Detailed event descriptions are listed below for all events currently open are listed below. To view a calendar with a high-level overview of our events for the year, CLICK HERE.

Emerging Leaders // Thursday, April 23 // Oakland

Cross Border Collaboration and the Race for Talent - Singapore x NorCal Emerging Leaders

Cross Border Collaboration and the Race for Talent: Singapore x NorCal Emerging Leaders

Join us for a dynamic cross-border exchange designed for the next generation of corporate real estate professionals. We will explore the vital dynamics of Cross-Border Collaboration and how cultural intelligence is key to navigating the differences between Global Trends and Local Realities. This session is essential for understanding the critical Competition for Talent and the latest impacts on corporate Real Estate

This collaborative event brings together leaders from Singapore (live feed) and North California (in person) to explore global trends, local market realities, and the skills needed to thrive in an interconnected world.

Live at Gensler Oakland:

Nida Gillio, Founder & CEO, Caryatid LLC

Pierre Barral, Design Lead, People + Places, Intuit

NorCal Moderator: Seth Moore-Brown, Senior Associate, Resource Commercial Real Estate

Live Stream from Gensler Singapore:

Trudy Alston, Regional Program Lead | Design & Construction APAC, Netflix

Ian B Aquino, Director of Project Management APAC Regional Lead, Sanofi

Singapore Moderator: Jin Xi Ng, Associate | Design Strategist & Workplace Consultant, Gensler

Location: Gensler, Oakland: 2101 Webster St #2000, Oakland, CA 94612

Schedule: Networking & F&B: 4:30PM // Program: 5:00PM //Networking & Session Closure: 6:00PM

This is a free event for Emerging Leaders and CoreNet Members of all ages with advance registration.

Membership // Tuesday, April 28 // Virtual

April New Member Coffee Chat

Join the CoreNet Global Northern California Chapter Membership Committee for a virtual coffee chat on how to make the most of your new membership! All new members who joined in the past six months are invited to attend. Monthly new member coffee chats will take place on the last Tuesday of each month.

Learn about the Northern California Chapter committees and events.
Meet Chapter Leaders and ask questions.
Chart your course to get the most out of membership now and in the future.

Venue: Zoom (link included in confirmation email)
Schedule: Tuesday, April 28 // 9:30 - 10:00 AM
Cost: Free. Open to new members who have joined since October 2025.

Women of CoreNet // Wednesday, May 6 // San Francisco

Women of CoreNet Spring Happy Hour

Join us for the Women of CoreNet (WOC) 2026-2027 Kick-off Happy Hour, an evening dedicated to "Awakening"—our theme for the upcoming year. This event marks the official start of our new term and serves as a vibrant launchpad for our committee’s strategic vision and wellness initiatives.

We invite WOC members and industry peers to gather for an evening of authentic connection and professional inspiration. As we emerge into a new cycle of industry growth, "Awakening" represents our commitment to shedding old barriers, fostering deeper in-person engagement, and cultivating a more purposeful approach to our work in commercial real estate and workplace strategy.

Whether you are looking to get more involved in our committees, learn about our upcoming programs, or simply reconnect with colleagues, this happy hour is the perfect opportunity to toast to a transformative year ahead. Come share your insights, build your network, and join us as we awaken new possibilities for the NorCal chapter.

Venue: IA Interior Architects: 500 Sansome Street, SF
Schedule: 4:00p - 7:00p
Cost: Member: $35.00 // Non-Member End User: $55.00