WASHINGTON, DC—Market-leading strategies and designs will take center stage when the NAHB unveils its Pillars of the Industry Awards. For the second consecutive year, GlobeSt.com will provide you with an all-access pass.

AUSTIN—George Carlin had his list of words. But so does NAI Global's Jay Olshonsky--dangerous words--that he shared with us. And those six words are…

CHICAGO—As we approach the SIOR Fall World Conference, members of the Independent Brokerage Group reflect on the impact of the merger trend among the majors. Hint: They're unfazed.

AUSTIN—But that's just one of the powerhouse names that will be sharing their experience and insights in October when CCIM <i>THRIVE</i> convenes here.

MINNEAPOLIS—A trend is developing here as major sole-occupant developments crop up in around the CBD—even as the multi-tenant scenario shoes up.

DENVER—Growth is a good thing. But in this last in our Denver Analysis series, Marcus &amp; Millichap's John Chang says the Mile High City needs development to sustain it.

PHOENIX—Mayor Greg Stanton says yes. The folks of Xceligent are a bit more cautious, but as Andy Weflen says, optimistically so as the city core begins to draw major deals. Take that, Tempe!

DENVER—A diversified economy is part of the city's success. But there's still just enough of an oil-and-gas influence to keep anybody from getting too cocky. So say the people of architecture giant Gensler in this latest installment of our Denver Research series.