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:

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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.

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

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.

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