Globinar Global Chamber® FDI/Investment Forum

Globinar Global Chamber® FDI/Investment Forum

--> Convergence of Business, Economic Development and Real Estate

Welcome to the opportunity triangle of global trade at Global Chamber®, where Business, Economic Development and Real Estate come together to create new FDI and investment deals. 

Members and guests are invited to our weekly 55 minute discussion where we curate opportunities from around the world, for global leaders... all of us interested to grow and prosper.

This week we're featuring members from around the world, discussing opportunities.

Building Across Borders: Navigating Data Centers, Redevelopment, and Development Risk in the New Jersey–New York Market

The New Jersey and New York commercial real estate markets continue to attract significant domestic and foreign investment, but successfully developing property in the region requires navigating an increasingly complex land use and regulatory landscape.

In this program, Saiber LLC real estate attorney Justin Calta will discuss three emerging issues affecting developers, investors, and lenders. Topics include the growing challenges surrounding data center development, practical strategies for allocating entitlement and approval risk in development-contingent transactions, and key considerations in New Jersey's redevelopment process, including the opportunities, and pitfalls, that can arise when municipal priorities shift.

Designed for both U.S. and international investors evaluating opportunities in the region, this program offers practical insights into structuring transactions and managing risk in today's evolving real estate market. 

Speaker:

Justin Calta - Real Estate Attorney

Justin Calta’s practice focuses on the representation of businesses and individuals in real estate and corporate transactions, with a particular emphasis on zoning, land use and re-development, commercial leasing, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate law and business counseling.

Justin represents national and regional developers, business owners, and property owners in all aspects of land use and zoning matters throughout Northern and Central New Jersey, including Morris, Essex, Union, Hudson, and Bergen Counties. He represents his clients before County and municipal planning and zoning boards in obtaining regulatory and development approvals, including variances, site plan approvals, and subdivisions. Justin has overseen the land use approval process in connection with the construction of new apartment complexes, single and multi-family residential developments, office complexes, retail and “brick and mortar” businesses, as well as warehousing and industrial uses. He also represents clients in connection with buying and selling liquor licenses, including applications to the New Jersey Alcoholic Beverage Control and the governing body of municipalities.

Justin is well-versed in commercial real estate transactions. He represents both landlords and tenants in the commercial lease and sublease agreements of general business facilities, including office space, retail space and warehouses. He has also represented both sellers and purchasers in connection with commercial real estate sales of apartment complexes, office space, restaurants, and other retail businesses. Justin additionally represents clients regarding easement agreements, joint venture agreements, and other collaborative real estate matters.

In addition, Justin has represented numerous lenders in connection with construction financings, has advised his clients in various M&A transactions, and has handled a variety of general corporate matters. He also assists clients with the formation of non-profits, including formation of entities and the drafting of by-laws and other organizational documents, as well as applying to the IRS for tax-exempt 501(c)(3) status. Justin’s non-profit experience also includes assistance with establishing management corporations in connection with Business Improvement Districts in New Jersey.

Before joining Saiber, Justin served as a judicial law clerk for the Hon. Ellen L. Koblitz, J.A.D. in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division.

Facilitators:

James Huang - Managing Director of RESAAS Commercial

James Huang, a visionary leader with over 25 years of experience in commercial real estate, has been named Managing Director of RESAAS Commercial. Renowned for his success in brokerage, investment, and scaling global operations, James previously founded and led eXp Commercial, building it into a thriving platform. At RESAAS—a global real estate technology company serving nearly 700,000 agents in over 160 countries—he will drive innovation, growth, and strategic initiatives by leveraging RESAAS’s powerful referral network, market intelligence tools, and data-driven insights to elevate agent success worldwide.

Ellen Hsu, Acc. Dir, CCIM, CRB, FRI, MRE, MSFE, RI - CEO of Prominent Real Estate Services and Promont Management

Ellen is the CEO of Prominent Real Estate Services and Promont Management based in Vancouver. Her career spans senior leadership roles in both private enterprises and publicly traded companies, as well as mission driven non-profit initiatives. In addition to her real estate practice, she serves as a Director for The CCIM Institute Foundation, The CCIM Institute, the Philippines Canada Trade Council, and the Rotary Club of Vancouver Fraserview. She is dedicated to advancing the real estate profession through innovative strategies. Ellen’s global outlook, passion for excellence, and commitment to community engagement continue to inspire trust, collaboration, and long-term partnerships across the industry.

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