The International Downtown Association (IDA) and Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) will join forces to host the 2023 IDA Annual Conference and Marketplace in Chicago from October 4-6. This event is expected to draw more than 1,000 downtown leaders from around the world, featuring influential representatives in place management, real estate development, community organizing and public art through Master Talks. Attendees can also learn more about urban districts through breakout sessions and mobile tours throughout Chicago’s cityscape.
This year’s conference theme of Community Culture Commerce highlights all that makes up this vibrant city – its traditions & history; public-private partnerships; business acumen – while providing an opportunity for international downtown leaders to convene in one of America’s fastest growing cities known for its world class dining attractions retail office arts & entertainment offerings.
Michael Edwards President & CEO of CLA expressed his enthusiasm: “Downtown leaders from around the globe chose our beloved Windy City as a prime destination due to our expertise in placemaking & urban place management.” He continued “We look forward to hosting these international professionals at what promises be an incredible event!”
For those interested there is also Connect Midwest: Multifamily Adaptive Reuse Trends taking place on June 13 2023 at W Hotel City Center where industry experts will be present . For more information or registration please click here .
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