In an age where technology has rapidly shifted how we communicate and interact with one another, what are the social implications to this shift and how will this affect our long-term industry growth? Many data points show an increase in productivity, efficiency, and profit since moving to a remote or hybrid work environment. These data points are quantitative and don’t necessarily look at the qualitative side of company growth. How are we preparing the next generation to be leaders in their field? Is physical space and in-person collaboration a requirement for successful mentoring? How do we quantify what is gained and what is lost by remote work and when will we be able to see a quantifiable impact on this data point regarding mentoring the next generation of workers? Our program will host a diverse group of panelists that vary in age, gender and role within the CRE industry to discuss the impact of employee development, recruitment and retention and how we ensure we are cultivating the next generation of our industry to safeguard its success for years to come.