Real Estate SIG I Big Names Call Us Home

Plano has become one of the most sought-after destinations for corporate relocation and expansion in North Texas, attracting major companies drawn by its infrastructure, talent base, and business climate. In this presentation, Mike Talley, Director of Economic Development for the City of Plano, shares the story behind the city’s growth trajectory and the factors driving high-profile corporate decisions to plant roots there. The discussion will explore the fundamentals of economic development, Plano’s evolution as a business hub, and what the future holds as companies like AT&T continue to shape the city’s landscape. Attendees will come away with a sharper understanding of the regional forces influencing real estate and corporate strategy across DFW and Texas.

Mike Talley | Director of Economic Development, City of Plano

Learning Objectives: After attending this session, participants will be able to:

• Understand the foundational principles of economic development and how they apply to municipal growth strategy
• Assess Plano’s development trajectory and the factors that have shaped its position in the DFW market
• Identify the key drivers behind corporate relocation and expansion decisions in the Texas market
• Recognize how anchor tenants and major corporate commitments influence local real estate and business development

SCHEDULE

4:30 – 5:00 p.m. Check-in & Networking

5:00 – 5:30 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres & Cocktails

5:30 – 6:20 p.m. Program and Q&A | 1 CPE credit in Economics

LOCATION

Bent Tree Country Club 5201 Westgrove Dr. Dallas, TX 75248

STRATEGIC INVESTORS

Baker Tilly

McGriff Gray

Reed CMI

REGISTRATION

Registration deadline | Friday 4/24/26 Open to FEI Dallas members, and non-members with financial or executive roles in the real estate sector.