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Navy Pier
Located on Lake Michigan in the heart of Chicago, Navy Pier is a place where the city comes together to experience culture, community and entertainment. One of the Midwest’s most visited destinations, the Pier welcomes nearly 9 million guests each year to more than 50 acres of parks, restaurants, attractions, retail, sightseeing and dining cruises, and more. Since opening in 1916, Navy Pier has evolved alongside Chicago, growing from a shipping and recreation facility into an iconic lakefront destination that reflects the spirit, diversity and energy of the city. Today, the Pier is home to experiences and events that bring people together, from free cultural programming and community celebrations to world-class attractions and entertainment. As Chicago’s People’s Pier, Navy Pier is committed to creating experiences that are welcoming and meaningful for everyone and to celebrating the culture, creativity and community that make Chicago unique.
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Speakers and Panels
The State of the Markets
Melrose Ascension Capital's Nick Melrose, Golub & Company's Ryan Lovell and CIBC's Jackie Barlow on where capital, leasing and investment sentiment stand across Chicago's office, industrial and multifamily markets heading into 2027.
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Nick Melrose
Founder & CEO
Melrose Ascension Capital
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Damla Gerhart
Executive Regional Director
Cushman & Wakefield
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Ryan Lovell
CIO
Golub & Company
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Todd Stofflet
Managing Director
LUMENT
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Jackie Barlow
Vice Chair
CIBC
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Chuck Hurchalla
Founder and CEO
Evolution Sustainability Group
The Next Great Neighborhood
Magellan's JR Berger, United Center's Joe Myhra and Griffin Venture Group's JC Griffin Sr. on the next wave of mixed-use development anchoring Chicago's emerging neighborhoods.
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JR Berger
President
Magellan
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Joe Myhra
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
United Center
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JC Griffin, Sr.
CEO
Griffin Venture Group
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Cornelius Griggs
President & CEO
GMA Construction Group
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Shannon Sterne
Associate & Design Leader
Aria Group Architecture + Design
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Jon Goedert
Director
DIRECTV
The Project Cycle and Development in Today's Market
CRG's Steve Schnur, Project Management Advisors' Trina Sandschafer and LG Group's Matt Wilke on de-risking the development cycle from site selection through delivery in today's cost environment.
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Steve Schnur
COO
CRG
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Trina Sandschafer
Managing Director
Project Management Advisors
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Matt Wilke
Managing Partner
LG Group
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Kelly Disser
EVP
NAI Hiffman
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Jacob Bates
President
Rubix CRE
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Scott Sattler
Partner
Citrin Cooperman
Rethinking the Loop: The Next Chapter for Downtown
Colliers' David Burden, Arch Amenities' Mark DePiero and W.E. O'Neil's Brian Barry on the leasing, amenity and construction moves turning downtown Chicago's office glut into its next growth story.
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David Burden
Vice Chair & Principal
Colliers
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Mike Potter
EVP
Riverside
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Molly Phelan
Partner
Siegel Jennings
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Mark DePiero
SVP Real Estate
Arch Amenities Group
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Brian Barry
Vice President of Operations
W.E. O'Neil Construction
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Josh Bain
Chief Growth Officer
Quest Food Management Services
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Charlie Scharf
Business Development Manager
Kelso‑Burnett
Opening Remarks: Welcome To Navy Pier
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Marilynn Gardner
President & CEO
Navy Pier
Remarks From The Podium
Jon Goedert
Director
DIRECTV
Our Annual Market Preview
Bisnow’s 2026 Chicago State of the Market welcomes leaders from across commercial real estate for a full day of discussion, networking, and in-depth exploration of the city's built environment. Against the backdrop of a world that could change tomorrow and conscious of the current landscape, hear from public and private sector alike on how they're staying ahead of today's issues and tomorrow's challenges to deliver modern, safe, and long-term solutions across all asset classes.
What You'll Hear:
CRE leaders in conversation on the state and future of Chicago as a real estate market.
Detailed looks at how demographics, social shifts, and economic headwinds define the region's growth.
The ways things like high interest rates, tariffs, and regulatory headwinds affect city development and expansion operations.
The thinking and decision-making processes behind the city's leading developments and ongoing projects.
The policies, zoning considerations, and legal frameworks driving the region's continued transformation.
Who You'll Meet: Owners, developers, investors, brokers, business consultants, architects, engineers, designers, lawyers, accountants, bankers and city and government officials.
What's Bisnow?
Bisnow's 400+ annual events convene the biggest power players in the industry to help real estate leaders grow their business across a complex market. With engaging discussions, exclusive networking opportunities, and the largest and most equipped audience in the field, Bisnow’s unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of the market makes attendance a value add for any CRE professional.
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Venue
Crystal Garden at Navy Pier
600 E Grand Avenue, Chicago IL 60611
Parking is $20 for attendees. On-Site. West Garage is closest to the venue.
Agenda
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8:00 AM
9:30 AM
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Breakfast and Networking
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9:30 AM
10:30 AM
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Rethinking the Loop: The Next Chapter for Downtown
Repositioning through conversions, adaptive reuse, and new mixed-use strategies are defining what it means to live and work downtown, Against this backdrop, what will the future of downtown look like? |
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10:30 AM
11:30 AM
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The Next Great Neighborhood
Across 77 (78?) areas new and old, how are projects large and small defining and making their mark on the places we call home |
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11:30 AM
12:30 PM
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Lunch
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12:30 PM
1:30 PM
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The State of the Markets
A closer look at the city's most complicated capital stack in quite sometime |
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1:30 PM
2:30 PM
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The Project Cycle and Development in Today's Market
From capital to concrete- what's taking buildings off the blueprint and into the sky? |
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2:30 PM
3:00 PM
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Closing Networking
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