On January 23 – 24, 2014, 500 leaders and decision makers will convene at the Westin Hotel in Charlotte, NC for the inaugural ULI Carolina’s Meeting. Over tw0 power-packed days, experts will enagage in highly interactive discussions focused on regional investment, building healthy places, leadership, innovation and more. Our diverse speakers are prepared to share information candidly.

As an attendee, you will gain practical information about what works for your business, your community and your professional development. You and your peers will have direct access to potential partners. This conference is a tremendous opportunity to build and strengthen your relationships within the industry.

Session Highlights

Regional Demographic Overview: With a projected population growth of more than 2 million people in the next 30 years, what are the major drivers for economic development in the our region? What do the new demographics mean for the community and the workforce?

Building Healthy Places: What are the emerging and successful practices to promote health and wellness at work and in our communities? As leaders in improving the places in which we live, how can ULI members help bridge the gap between health research and implementation in the build environment?

Market Opportunities & Challenges: What do successful southern cities of the future look like? The traditional paradigm of an auto-centric culture is outdated. High density multi-use developments are creating new opportunities for investors and developers.

Building on Innovation & Knowledge: As the world recovers from the Great Recession, university research, science and technology are strong economic engines that are driving regional innovation. Research Triangle Park, Clemson Restoration Institute and the NC Research Campus are idea generating environments that are driving economic development and real estate value across the region. How can ULI members leverage the social and economic impacts, innovation, entrepreneurship and competitive advantage of these campuses?

Residential Rebound: the Return of Single Family Residential: One of the strongest trends in today’s real estate market is investors’ renewed interest in single family residential. Housing drives nearly every other product sector. Our region is experiencing increased corporate investment and job growth. What is the future of the single family market? What is fueling the market demand? Is housing the engine for full economic recovery?

Case Studies in Infrastructure: Infrastructure is the foundation for urban prosperity and provides the physical framework for real estate investment. With government investments in infrastructure shrinking, what are successful new tools and methods to finance and build infrastructure so that our cities can continue to support good growth?

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