Eastern Seaport Development Spotlight
Thursday, July 17, 2025 (3:30 PM - 6:30 PM) (EDT)
Description
Join NAIOP and industry leaders as we highlight the transformation underway in the Eastern Seaport.
The event will kick off with a presentation by Rich Davey, CEO of Massport. He will discuss Massport’s plans for the future and how that ties to economic growth and development in the Eastern Seaport and beyond.
Seth Riseman, Deputy Director of Design Review at the City of Boston’s Planning Department, will then give an overview of the City’s planning efforts in the neighborhood including recently completed and planned projects.
Following the market overview, a panel of developers will share the latest on the projects they are pursuing in the neighborhood. After the discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to tour Ginkgo's Headquarters (23 Fid Kennedy Ave) or 22 Drydock, Vertex Pharmaceutical’s soon-to-be-completed research and development facility. The event will conclude with a networking reception at The Foundry.
Agenda
3:30 – 4:00 PM: Registration at The Foundry | 19 Fid Kennedy Ave.
4:00 – 4:45 PM: Seaport Overview with Rich Davey, CEO, Massport and Seth Riseman, Boston Planning Dept.
4:45 – 5:30 PM: Development Presentations
- Stephen Davis, President, Davis (88 Black Falcon Pier)
- Stephen Faber, Executive Vice President, Related Beal (22 Drydock, Future Home to Vertex Pharmaceutical)
- Levi Reilly, Partner & Head of Development, Marcus Partners (The Foundry & Gingko Headquarters)
- Melissa Schrock, Executive Vice President, HRP (776 Summer Street, Boston Edison Redevelopment)
5:30 – 6:30 PM: Networking Reception at The Foundry | Ginkgo & Vertex Tours
Space is limited. Early registration is encouraged to secure your place at this exclusive event.
NOTE: Cancellations must be received by Friday, July 11th by 5pm ET for a refund to be issued. Please contact Linda Chateauneuf at chateauneuf@naiopma.org
Sponsors
Innovation Anchor Sponsor
Harbor Supporter Sponsor
19 Fid Kennedy Avenue
Boston, MA 02210