Events
New Jersey Future to honor CBRE’s Medina, five projects at annual Smart Growth Awards

New Jersey Future will highlight five transformative development projects this fall as part of its 24th annual Smart Growth Awards, where it will also recognize one of the state’s longtime and distinguished leaders in commercial real estate and economic development.

Top News
Newark Regional Business Partnership launches Real Estate Council with industry heavyweights

The Newark Regional Business Partnership, the longtime host of a signature commercial real estate event, is doubling down on its ties to the industry with a newly formed advisory group.

Office
All inclusive: How Fidelco is using shared amenities, diverse tenant mix to revive Newark office tower

Fidelco Realty Group is bringing new life to an iconic Newark office building, thanks in part to its pursuit of a diverse tenant mix, recognizing a burgeoning demand for smaller, flexible spaces and coworking environments and welcoming an eclectic group of businesses and nonprofits.

Office
McKinsey unveils new office in Newark after high-profile move to Edison’s Ironside building

McKinsey & Co. has opened the doors to its new office in Newark, where it will house some 700 employees after a high-profile move to the landmark Ironside Newark property.

Office
As Newark’s office market grows, panelists see new strength in city’s long-held assets

Despite uncertainty about the broader office market, the local landscape in Newark is changing for the better, as corporations place a greater premium on culture, experiences and other assets that have long existed in the city alongside its connectivity and access to talent.

Editor’s Note
On the job

As you’ll read in this month’s cover story, veteran planner and public policy expert Dan Kennedy has a full plate of advocacy issues ranging from flood hazard and stormwater regulations to infrastructure and stranded assets. Fortunately, he brings nearly two decades of experience that includes key roles in state government and six years with the Utility and Transportation Contractors Association of New Jersey.

Office
Audible taking new steps to drive office, retail activity in Newark beyond its headquarters

Audible’s newest set of business attraction efforts in Newark figure to have a direct impact on commercial real estate near its headquarters in the city, its home of more than 15 years.

Office
Audible launches program to boost leasing, business growth around Newark’s Tubman Square

Audible has unveiled a new series of business attraction efforts in its home city of Newark, including a plan to create leasing opportunities near its headquarters that has already benefited six companies in the tech innovation, hospitality and entertainment sectors.

Government & Public Policy
Experts say ‘stranded’ office, retail sites can thrive as new-look community hubs

Experts say the way to revive outdated, underutilized commercial properties in New Jersey is to make the sites an essential part of their communities. That can mean increasing the amount of public green space or adding mixed-use elements, among other options aimed at redeveloping so-called stranded assets.  

Office
NKF: Pharma, health care, tech firms could drive post-COVID office demand in New Jersey

The office market may be facing a new normal, but tenants in the life sciences, health care and technology sectors are best-positioned to drive demand in the wake of COVID-19.