Y. David Scharf to Moderate South Florida Real Estate Growth Panel at Commercial Observer’s South Florida Capital & Development Forum
Morrison Cohen Partner Y. David Scharf will moderate a panel at Commercial Observer’s South Florida Capital & Development Forum, taking place October 15, 2026.
David will moderate the panel, “Mapping South Florida: The Neighborhoods and Submarkets Leading Growth,” joined by Tony Fineman, Senior Managing Director, Head of Originations at ACORE Capital; Alexis Leal, Head of Florida at Shawmut Design and Construction; Dayssi Olarte De Kanavos, President & COO of Flag Luxury Group; Zack Simkins, Managing Director at Vaster; and Andrew Wachtfogel, Co-Founder & Managing Principal of Redeavor Group.
The panel will explore how South Florida is being transformed by population growth, infrastructure investment, corporate expansion and evolving lifestyle preferences. Panelists will discuss the cities and emerging neighborhoods attracting investment, the factors distinguishing high-growth submarkets and the locations positioned for the next wave of development.
Commercial Observer’s South Florida Capital & Development Forum brings together leading real estate professionals to examine the trends, opportunities and challenges shaping the region’s rapidly evolving commercial real estate market.
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Contacts
- Y. David Scharf Partner & Chair of the Executive Committee; Chair, Government Strategies & Controversies
- ydscharf@morrisoncohen.com
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