#29 - Martin Kelly, President at Blueprint
Slice of Real Estate Team
09/04/2025
Guest
Martin Kelly
President at
In my role as President of Blueprint, I am looking for innovators and new ideas that will transform the future of the built world. We work with real estate owners, operators, developers, general contractors, investors and founders to help shine a light on examples of creative thinking in real estate, construction and climate tech.
Feel free to reach out to me directly if you have heard of a new innovation or successful team that should be celebrated. Our 2025 event will be held at The Venetian in Vegas on September 16-18.
Previous experience:
- Blueprint was acquired by Inman and Beringer Capital in October 2024.
- Led the business development efforts for the launch of Context365.
- Part of Context management team for the tech platform and events (successfully acquired by Apex).
- Turned around Terrapinn US office from unprofitable to healthy profits every year as MD.
- Sourced and completed first ever acquisitions for Terrapinn Inc. in 2017.
- Oversaw creation and development of key conference and expo brands still running today.
- Worked across real estate, finance, investment, aviation, pharmaceutical and retail sectors.
- Founding member of Great British Business Council committee for UK Trade & Investment.
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Episode details
In Episode #29 of Slice of Real Estate, Martin Kelly, President at Blueprint.
Listen to the full episode to learn about:
- Blueprint 2025 returns to Las Vegas with a fresh vision: The fifth annual event focuses on transformative thinking in the built world.
- High-profile speakers announced: Eric Wu (Opendoor), Ankur Jain (Bilt Rewards), and John Kite (Kite Realty) join the lineup.
- Vision stage spotlights innovation in community development: Featuring projects like Boulevard Las Vegas and work from Related and Charney.
- New research subscription product launching at the event: A collaboration with Inman and Beringer Capital focused on operational insights.
- Panels that cut through the noise: Tech stack comparisons in multifamily and deep dives into retail and urban development challenges.
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Reimagining the Blueprint for the Built World
Martin Kelly, President of Blueprint, joins the podcast to preview the highly anticipated Blueprint 2025 event, set to take place in Las Vegas at The Venetian. Now in its fifth year, the event is more ambitious than ever—an evolution Martin attributes to thoughtful planning and a relentless focus on meaningful innovation in the built world.
An All-Star Lineup of Industry Movers
Among the most exciting reveals this year are headline speakers who rarely take the stage—Eric Wu, the founder of Opendoor; Ankur Jain from Bilt Rewards; and John Kite of Kite Realty. These names add a bold, cross-sector flavor to Blueprint’s agenda, signaling the event's commitment to forward-thinking perspectives.
Martin emphasizes that Blueprint is not just a real estate or construction conference—it’s a convergence of sectors that touch every part of the built world. From venture capital to public sector innovation, the event is curated to spark transformative ideas.
Spotlight on Vision and Community Design
A standout feature of the 2025 edition is the revamped Vision Stage, which brings to light ambitious, community-centered projects. Expect presentations from developers like Related, Charney, and Ryan from ColderSec on walkable cities and next-gen urban design. Additionally, Boulevard Las Vegas and Santa Clara’s Rethink Development will offer case studies in retail and municipal innovation, with support from JLL and ICSE.
From Event to Ecosystem: A Broader Blueprint Brand
Since its acquisition by Inman and Beringer Capital, Blueprint has expanded its horizons. One major development is the upcoming launch of a research subscription product focused on operational insights in the built environment. Martin sees this as a natural extension of the Blueprint brand—providing deep, actionable content beyond the conference walls.
This evolution is supported by a strong editorial team, including former journalists, bringing a new level of rigor and thought leadership to the Blueprint experience.
Noisy Tech Landscape? Blueprint Brings Clarity
For those navigating a crowded proptech market, panels like the one led by Dom Beveridge (2420) promise to deliver real value. With voices like Melanie French (RR Living), Jeremy Petit, and Josh Gamp (UDR), discussions will cut through the hype and focus on what's truly meaningful in technology adoption.
An Invitation to Join the Movement
Martin closes with a personal message: if you’re curious about the future of the built world, Blueprint is where you need to be. Whether you’re a founder, investor, operator, or just exploring, Blueprint offers not just insight—but the relationships and ideas to act on it.
As Martin puts it, “Usually when people come and understand Blueprint, they come every year—and they love it.”
