Hosted by the Wharton Real Estate Investment Group (WREI).
Join us to network and discuss building a vertically integrated operating platform; including AI solutions, GP funds, and team structure.
What we’ll cover:
Mike Amato — Managing Partner, Aker
Co‑founder of Aker and managing partner overseeing $2B+ of mixed‑use real estate and business plans. Previously a Partner at Kent Companies, VP at DDG, and started in real estate investment banking at Barclays Capital. BA, Brown University; MBA, Wharton (UPenn).
Will Brocker — Managing Partner, Aker
Co‑founder of Aker and managing partner overseeing $2B+ of mixed‑use real estate and business plans. Formerly at Bain Capital; earlier roles at KGS Alpha Capital Markets and FINRA. BS, University at Albany; MBA, Wharton (UPenn).
About Aker:
Aker repositions real estate and assembles high-performing teams. We invest in exceptional individuals who are passionate about creating value through business plan execution. The Aker team is driven by a commitment to cultivate vibrant neighborhoods and deliver lasting value for residents and the broader community. Since inception (2020) we have invested over $2B in multifamily and mixed-use real estate throughout the Northeast.
When:
Thursday, October 23, 2025
6:00 PM ET – 8:00 PM ET
Where:
Midtown location (Note: Address will be sent via email to all registered guests 24-48 hours prior to the event to the "Primary Email" address listed in your profile. Please review your profile to confirm that the email address listed is correct.)
Cost:
WCNY Supporting Members - $20 (WCNY supporting membership costs $95/yr at Join/Renew Membership)
Other Wharton Alumni & Alumni Guests - $40
Seats are limited so register early!
Pre-registration is required. Please register early as events can and do sell out quickly.
Registration is subject to availability and will close on Thursday, October 23rd at 9:00am.
Join us to network and discuss building a vertically integrated operating platform; including AI solutions, GP funds, and team structure.
What we’ll cover:
- Building a vertically integrated operating + asset management platform
- Practical AI solutions across operations, underwriting, and reporting
- Structuring and scaling GP funds
- Hiring: international talent, team design, and incentives for execution
Mike Amato — Managing Partner, Aker
Co‑founder of Aker and managing partner overseeing $2B+ of mixed‑use real estate and business plans. Previously a Partner at Kent Companies, VP at DDG, and started in real estate investment banking at Barclays Capital. BA, Brown University; MBA, Wharton (UPenn).
Will Brocker — Managing Partner, Aker
Co‑founder of Aker and managing partner overseeing $2B+ of mixed‑use real estate and business plans. Formerly at Bain Capital; earlier roles at KGS Alpha Capital Markets and FINRA. BS, University at Albany; MBA, Wharton (UPenn).
About Aker:
Aker repositions real estate and assembles high-performing teams. We invest in exceptional individuals who are passionate about creating value through business plan execution. The Aker team is driven by a commitment to cultivate vibrant neighborhoods and deliver lasting value for residents and the broader community. Since inception (2020) we have invested over $2B in multifamily and mixed-use real estate throughout the Northeast.
When:
Thursday, October 23, 2025
6:00 PM ET – 8:00 PM ET
Where:
Midtown location (Note: Address will be sent via email to all registered guests 24-48 hours prior to the event to the "Primary Email" address listed in your profile. Please review your profile to confirm that the email address listed is correct.)
Cost:
WCNY Supporting Members - $20 (WCNY supporting membership costs $95/yr at Join/Renew Membership)
Other Wharton Alumni & Alumni Guests - $40
Seats are limited so register early!
Pre-registration is required. Please register early as events can and do sell out quickly.
Registration is subject to availability and will close on Thursday, October 23rd at 9:00am.