Webinar: Programming First: How Nonprofits Can Make Smarter Space Decisions

Date and Time: Tuesday, January 27th, 1-2 pm EST

Your organization's programming should drive your space decisions, not the other way around. Join Denham Wolf for an expert-led discussion tailored to nonprofit leaders navigating program changes, space acquisition, or long-term planning. This session will introduce a practical framework for understanding space through three critical perspectives: physical, financial, and organizational.

Together, we’ll explore the process of converting program needs into actionable space strategies-whether that’s leasing, purchasing, or reconfiguring existing space-while being mindful of budget and gathering consensus among decision-makers. Real estate can be a powerful tool for essential work, but not every space will serve your mission. Using real-world examples, our experts will show you how to keep your mission at the center of every real estate decision.

In this session, you will:

• Discover how to translate programs into physical space

• Understand space influencing programming vs. programming influencing space

• Explore our programming change checklist to assess your space requirements

Who should attend:

Executive directors, operations leaders, and board members of nonprofit organizations planning space changes, programming shifts, or acquisitions.

Why attend:

This session will equip you with the knowledge needed to make informed real estate decisions that serve your mission, programs, and communities.

Presenters

Christopher D. Turner, MRICS

As Managing Director of Denham Wolf’s Transaction Services practice group, Christopher leads the team in the planning, structuring, and negotiating of real estate transactions for the New York City nonprofit community. With over 15 years of brokerage experience, Christopher has advocated for a variety of clients in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors and represented these organizations in a wide range of acquisition and disposition projects.

His extensive knowledge of the industry strengthens the group’s client engagements, while his years of experience in organizational design and standards oversight ensure the effectiveness of the group’s operations. Christopher has been involved in more than 8 million square feet of closed transactions and advisory assignments across the United States.

Lauren Davis

Lauren joined Denham Wolf in 2014 and is a trusted advisor in negotiating real estate transactions for the nonprofit sector. As the Director of Occupier Services, Lauren leads Denham Wolf's acquisition and tenant representation projects.

Lauren offers comprehensive guidance on all aspects of real estate deals. Her expertise spans from advising organizations on their real estate options to negotiating lease or acquisition terms, empowering them to make informed real estate decisions while staying true to their mission. Lauren leads a team of brokers and analysts, fostering a collaborative work environment. At Denham Wolf, Lauren has represented various nonprofits, including foundations, performing arts, human services, and faith-based organizations.

About Denham Wolf

At Denham Wolf, we are committed to the nonprofit community and are tenacious in our efforts to gain a competitive advantage and build capacity for these organizations