NEW YORK CITY—Today, net-leased assets are the go-to choice for those looking to invest in real estate but who want stable, steady yields. But that wasn't always the case. The sector has grown from a small, seemingly complicated niche asset class to an accepted investment vehicle that, as of last year, generates some $50 billion in transaction volume.

For the April issue of Real Estate Forum, the editors, with input from net lease experts, identified two dozen individuals that are considered leaders in their field. Some of these Icons will be featured speakers at the 10th Annual RealShare Net Lease conference, to be held here tomorrow, April 16. The event, which is expected to attract more than 300 net lease professionals, will cover a variety of topics including dealmaking today, capital market conditions, sale-leaseback opportunities and the state of REITs.

Visit the RealShare Conference Series website for more information and to register as an attendee. Check back with GlobeSt.com this afternoon to see the rest of the Net Lease Icons.