Real Talk: A Real Estate Forum (2025)

Real Talk: A Real Estate Forum

Reimagining the Suburbs

Join local real estate pros for Real Talk: A Real Estate Forum on Thursday, May 29th. This exclusive event is an opportunity to network, discuss hot topics, and hear from expert speakers about key industry trends.

Following the program, attendees are invited to stay for networking, drinks, and snacks. This event is free to attend, and registration is required. Reserve your spot today!

EVENT DETAILS

Thursday, May 29, 2025
3:00-5:00PM

PowerForward DuPage
28600 Bella Vista Parkway
Warrenville, IL 60555

WHO’S INVITED?

This exclusive event is open to Choose DuPage Board member companies, elected officials, municipalities, economic development professionals, and by special invitation only.

FEATURED PANELISTS:​

JIM MARK
Managing Director, Private Markets & Chief Strategy Officer, Wight & Company 

JOSH CHRIST
Vice President, Mission Critical and Commercial Interiors Team Lead, Bear Construction

RICH DIPPOLITO
Vice President, RE/Development, Brixmor Property Group

JUSTIN PELEJ
Executive Vice President, Development + Principal, Focus

Sponsored by:

 


REGISTER

 

RBO Registration – Superior (2025)

 

DuPage County Regional Business Outlook

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 5

Registration, Breakfast & Networking 7:00 – 8:00 AM
Program 8:00 – 9:30 AM

Drury Lane Conference Center, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace

Brought to you by:

The 15th Annual DuPage County Regional Business Outlook takes a closer look at the Road Ahead. What changes are coming around the bend? How can businesses adapt to new trends? And what should we do today to prepare for tomorrow? Join a diverse group of business and community leaders for a morning of discussion, networking, and fresh thinking.


Featuring

DuPage County Economic Outlook

The Honorable Deborah Conroy

Chair | DuPage County Board 

View Bio



Economic Outlook

BETH ANN BOVINO

Chief Economist | U.S. Bank

View Bio



Business Outlook

WENDELL DALLAS

President & CEO | Nicor Gas

View Bio


Registration 

Connect DuPage: Sales Success: Optimizing Your Pipeline for Maximum Impact

Sales Success: Optimizing Your Pipeline for Maximum Impact

A Connect DuPage Webinar

Join us for a free webinar on the secrets to a successful sales pipeline! Jennifer Weggeman, M.A. (SBDC Program Coordinator) and David Lezondra (SBDC Program Manager) will guide you through the key differences between a pipeline and a funnel, strategies to streamline your sales cycle, and how to tailor your approach for B2B vs. B2C. Whether you’re looking to boost conversions or simply refine your sales process, this session is packed with actionable insights.

Wednesday May 14, 2025
10:00-11:30AM

PRESENTERS

Jennifer Weggeman, M.A., Program Coordinator

David Lezondra, Program Manager

Learn more about Connect DuPage.


Register Here

Registration for this event is closed. For questions, please contact rhaake@choosedupage.com.

MFG Pro Series: Manufacturing in a Changing World

MANUFACTURING IN A CHANGING WORLD: How to be Adaptable & Resilient

An MFG Pro Series Webinar

Join fellow Chicagoland manufacturers for a free webinar where you’ll learn how to stay competitive in the face of new technologies, globalization, and shifts in consumer demand.

Thursday, May 15
10:00AM

Presenter:

Doug Pennington
Regional Manager | IMEC

About the MFG Pro Series:

Hosted by Choose DuPage, the MFG Pro Series offers free webinars where Chicagoland manufacturers can hear from experts, ask questions, and hone their understanding of key issues.


Registration 

15th Annual DuPage County Regional Business Outlook

 

DuPage County Regional Business Outlook

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 5

Registration, Breakfast & Networking 7:00 – 8:00 AM
Program 8:00 – 9:30 AM

Drury Lane Conference Center, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace

Brought to you by:

The 15th Annual DuPage County Regional Business Outlook takes a closer look at the Road Ahead. What changes are coming around the bend? How can businesses adapt to new trends? And what should we do today to prepare for tomorrow? Join a diverse group of business and community leaders for a morning of discussion, networking, and fresh thinking.


Featuring

DuPage County Economic Outlook

The Honorable Deborah Conroy

Chair | DuPage County Board 

View Bio



Economic Outlook

BETH ANN BOVINO

Chief Economist | U.S. Bank

View Bio



Business Outlook

WENDELL DALLAS

President & CEO | Nicor Gas

View Bio


Registration 

Brought to you by:

RBO Registration – Rathje Woodward (2025)

 

DuPage County Regional Business Outlook

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 5

Registration, Breakfast & Networking 7:00 – 8:00 AM
Program 8:00 – 9:30 AM

Drury Lane Conference Center, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace

Brought to you by:

The 15th Annual DuPage County Regional Business Outlook takes a closer look at the Road Ahead. What changes are coming around the bend? How can businesses adapt to new trends? And what should we do today to prepare for tomorrow? Join a diverse group of business and community leaders for a morning of discussion, networking, and fresh thinking.


Featuring

DuPage County Economic Outlook

The Honorable Deborah Conroy

Chair | DuPage County Board 

View Bio



Economic Outlook

BETH ANN BOVINO

Chief Economist | U.S. Bank

View Bio



Business Outlook

WENDELL DALLAS

President & CEO | Nicor Gas

View Bio


Registration 

RBO Registration – Mesirow (2025)

 

DuPage County Regional Business Outlook

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 5

Registration, Breakfast & Networking 7:00 – 8:00 AM
Program 8:00 – 9:30 AM

Drury Lane Conference Center, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace

Brought to you by:

The 15th Annual DuPage County Regional Business Outlook takes a closer look at the Road Ahead. What changes are coming around the bend? How can businesses adapt to new trends? And what should we do today to prepare for tomorrow? Join a diverse group of business and community leaders for a morning of discussion, networking, and fresh thinking.


Featuring

DuPage County Economic Outlook

The Honorable Deborah Conroy

Chair | DuPage County Board 

View Bio



Economic Outlook

BETH ANN BOVINO

Chief Economist | U.S. Bank

View Bio



Business Outlook

WENDELL DALLAS

President & CEO | Nicor Gas

View Bio


Registration