Meet the Featured Presenters
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Joe BiasiHead of Commercial Capital Markets Research, Newmark
Joe Biasi is Head of Commercial Capital Markets Research with Newmark in Boston. Biasi leverages his experience advising both internal and external clients along with technical experience to find deeper, data-driven insights across property types and markets. He also manages the research analytics team, builds AI and dashboard based platforms to aid researchers in delivering deeper insights and improving workflow. Joe has been quoted in multiple media outlets, including the Wall Street Journal, Globe Street, and Bisnow.
Prior to joining Newmark, Joe worked as a consultant, supporting the development of capital allocation strategies and loan risk identification for commercial real estate funds and lenders at Costar, and as a researcher at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and the Clearing House, where he conducted post- crisis-era financial regulation research. He has co-authored a paper published in the International Finance Review and collaborated on several others.
Joe holds a B.A. in Economics from Clark University and an M.S. in Applied Economics from Boston College.
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Chris PorterSenior Vice President, John Burns Research and Consulting
As Senior Vice President at John Burns Research and Consulting, Chris brings over 20 years of experience delivering in-depth housing market analysis to executive teams and industry leaders. Specializing in demographics and economics, he provides precise, actionable insights that help organizations confidently navigate the complexities of the U.S. housing market.
Chris is known for his clear, thorough presentations that go beyond surface-level analysis. Whether addressing boardrooms or major conferences, he equips his audience with the knowledge and tools to make informed, strategic decisions. His ability to translate detailed analysis into practical solutions has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor across the industry. His insights are regularly featured in leading publications, including The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and Bloomberg Businessweek.
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Mark ZandiChief Economist, Moody’s Analytics
Mark Zandi is chief economist of Moody’s Analytics, where he directs economic research. Moody’s Analytics, a subsidiary of Moody’s Corp., is a leading provider of economic research, data and analytical tools. Dr. Zandi cofounded Economy.com, which Moody’s purchased in 2005.
Dr. Zandi is on the board of directors of MGIC, the nation’s largest private mortgage insurance company, is the lead director of PolicyMap, a data visualization and analytics company used by policymakers and commercial businesses, and is a director of the Coleridge Initiative, a nonprofit that facilitates the exchange of data across governments.
He is a trusted adviser to policymakers and an influential source of economic analysis for businesses, journalists and the public. Dr. Zandi frequently testifies before Congress and conducts regular briefings on the economy for corporate boards, trade associations and policymakers at all levels.
Dr. Zandi is the author of Paying the Price: Ending the Great Recession and Beginning a New American Century, which assesses the monetary and fiscal policy response to the Great Recession. His other book, Financial Shock: A 360º Look at the Subprime Mortgage Implosion, and How to Avoid the Next Financial Crisis, is described by The New York Times as the “clearest guide” to the financial crisis. Dr. Zandi is host of the Inside Economics podcast.
Dr. Zandi earned his BS from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and his PhD at the University of Pennsylvania.
