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Ever wonder how Chicago competes in the global real estate market?
Join the Chicago REALTORS® Global Real Estate Council for the annual Global Economic Forum, where we’ll explore Chicago’s role as a global hub for real estate, business and economic development.
Our featured speakers will lead a dynamic conversation examining the factors driving Chicago’s growth and global competitiveness. You’ll gain valuable insights into the impact of technology, public-private partnerships, international trade, supply chains, demographic shifts, evolving global markets and more.
Tickets
Wednesday, September 2
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9:00 am
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12:00 pm
Pre-registration will close at 4:00 PM on September 1st.
Advance registration is strongly encouraged. If space permits, a limited number of on-site registrations may be available at a higher rate.
Early Bird Members: $40 Early Bird Non-Members: $60
Early bird ticket sales end August 19th at 11:59 PM.
We recommend using an app like SpotHero or ParkChirp to find parking in the area. Ride share or taxi services are highly encouraged.
You can expect to learn about:
Industries servicing global markets, such as financial services and manufacturing
Government initiatives involving infrastructure investment, workforce development and international trade programs
Demographic shifts and workforce migration that influence labor markets
The intersection of sports, business, real estate and economic development
Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge of Chicago’s global positioning!
speaker lineup
Cleo Aquino
Co-Founder | Mahjong Chicago LLC
Event Host
Kyle Schulz
Deputy for Strategic Advancement | Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
Speaker
Nadia Evangelou
Principal Economist, Director of Real Estate Research | National Association of REALTORS®
Speaker
Session topics
Industries and economies impacting Greater Chicago
Speaker: Kyle Schulz | Deputy for Strategic Advancement, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
During this session, discover industries servicing global markets, such as financial services, manufacturing, life sciences, data infrastructure and more, that impact the landscape in Illinois. Discuss government initiatives involving infrastructure investment, workforce development and international trade programs that continue to influence regional and global economic growth.
What’s Happening Outside the US? Identify industries, policies, and global trends occurring beyond the US border
Speaker: Nadia Evangelou | Principal Economist, Director of Real Estate Research, National Association of REALTORS®
During this session, we’ll discuss how Asia, South America and North America continue to influence global manufacturing, technology and capital flow. Assess potential global supply chains and manufacturing issues due to geopolitical tensions and tariffs, and identify demographic shifts and workforce migration that influence labor markets and economic priorities across multiple regions.
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EVENT policy
Space is limited. Please click here for more information on the Chicago Association of REALTORS® event attendance and cancellation policy. Advance registration is strongly encouraged. If space permits, a limited number of on-site registrations may be available at a higher rate.
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