AREF Newsletter - April 2025
This month we announced the sponsor and details of the AREF Members' Summer Drinks Reception, as well as our new training series 'FUNDamentals'. We are also looking for a sponsor or co-sponsors for our unique FutureGen Conference, taking place in September.
Table bookings are well underway for the AREF Annual Dinner & Awards 2025, more funds are self-certifying under the new Charter, and the full ESG Myth Busting podcast series is now available as one combined episode.
Read on for the latest updates and opportunities to get involved.
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AREF Annual Dinner & Awards 2025
Bookings for the AREF Annual Dinner & Awards 2025 are filling up fast, with only a few tables remaining. Proudly sponsored by JTC, this prestigious event will take place on Thursday 25th September at Raffles Hotel, London, offering an evening of celebration, networking, and industry recognition.
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AREF Members' Summer Drinks Reception
We are delighted to announce S&W as the sponsor of the AREF Members' Summer Drinks Reception taking place on Tuesday 10th June 2025. All members are invited! Reserve your space now.
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Introducing FUNDamentals: AREF’s New Training Series
We are delighted to announce Aztec Group as the official sponsor of FUNDamentals, AREF’s new training series. Session One takes place on 15th May and is open to Fund and Investor Members.
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Two Sponsorship Opportunities
Are you looking to promote your brand and network with individuals from our leading fund members? We are looking for a sponsor or two co-sponsors for our unique FutureGen Conference, taking place in September in Oxford.
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AREF Podcast Series: ESG Myth Busting
In case you missed any episodes, catch up on all 4 bitesize podcasts, or the listen to the combined version. The series aims to address prevalent misconceptions and myths surrounding ESG, offering clear, evidence-based insights from our industry experts - from sustainability and value to biodiversity and social impact.
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AREF Funds: Leading in Governance
Congratulations to the AREF Funds who are complying with the new Charter! By completing self-certification, fund managers show their commitment to governance excellence in unlisted UK property funds and can proudly display the AREF Quality Mark 2025.
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Public Policy Activity
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AREF is busy engaging with regulators and government to ensure they hear the voice of the real estate industry when determining policy. We always welcome members participation; particularly to consultation response.
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Miss a recent event? Catch up on the materials here..
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News this month
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Sponsorship Opportunities
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Follow us on LinkedIn
We would encourage all members to follow us on LinkedIn. Please 'like' and 'share' our posts to help spread news of the good work AREF is doing.
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AREF Guidance
Did you know? Our website offers a fabulous range of guidance available to AREF members on our website. From best practice recommendations to insightful resources, our member hub is a treasure trove of support—do explore it and make the most of what’s on offer!
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We can share your Articles and White Papers
We welcome any interesting articles, research, or white papers from our members and would be glad to share them across our channels.
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AREF's History
Read about the history of AREF from its launch in the 1970s as The Association of Property Unit Trusts to what it is today, written by our very own Rachel Portlock, AREF's Head of Research.
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AREF in the Press!
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Read press articles from this month, featuring AREF
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Missed an AREF event?
You can catch up with our events by reading the write-up, watching the recording or listening to the podcasts for all our events held this year.
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AREF Committee Updates
Did you know you can read all about what the AREF Committees have been working on recently?
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Industry Initiatives
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Training & Events from Diversity Talks Real Estate (DTRE)
DTRE is offering 10% member discount to AREF members on their upcoming training courses using promo code PARTNERTEN.
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Do you have any FutureGen colleagues who would like to join the Network?
Please forward this to any FutureGen friends and colleagues who would be interested in joining the network to receive updates of our latest events and initiatives. AREF is committed to investing in our future! We have over 400 future generation members in our Network.
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Committee Vacancies
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We actively encourage all members to get involved with the association. Click to view the current vacancies on AREF committees.
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The Association of Real Estate Funds (AREF) is the body that represents the interests of its fund managers, those firms that advise and support them and the end-investors. For further information, please visit our website.
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