Alan Billingsley, Director of Americas Research for RREEF Real Estate, shares his views on the economy, the future of the U.S. real estate markets and the crucial role of the Bay Area in leading recovery efforts. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Mr. Billingsley's research focuses on market analysis and investment strategy in major metropolitan markets in North America.

The SPUR Urban Center, now under construction at 654 Mission Street, will open to the public on May 7, 2009, in the heart of the Yerba Buena Cultural Arts District, featuring new exhibits, expanded public programming and event rental space.