Pension Consultant Sees Growing Interest in Portfolio Completion Strategies Using REITs Kyle Gustafson Mar. 8 2021 Teaser While some real estate sectors are facing headwinds, other property types—such as data centers, self-storage, and life science assets—are benefitting from strong demand tailwinds. Content Matt Ritter, senior research consultant for NEPC, joined guest host Meredith Despins, Nareit senior vice president, investment affairs, for a special edition of The REIT Report podcast to discuss how REIT-based investment can deliver access to a 21st century real estate portfolio. NEPC is an independent investment consultant and private wealth advisor.