Please join the Southland Development Authority (SDA) and South Suburban Mayors & Managers Association (SSMMA) in a fast paced, “lunch and learn” seminar focused on the latest financing techniques and proven financing methods for promoting economic development in your town.
SDA and SSMMA have assembled a roster of leading economic development finance experts to get up to speed on best practices and new practices in the field. See you there!
Event Details:
- 📅 Date and Time: August 16th, 11:30 AM
- 📍 Location: Hazel Crest Village Hall, 3601 183rd St, Hazel Crest, IL 60429
SPEAKERS
- Jeff Allen | Southland Development Authority & BMO Harris Bank
- Director of Real Estate Development at the Southland Development Authority and Director of the Economic Equity Advisory Group at BMO Harris Bank.
- Kristi DeLaurentiis | South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association
- Executive Director at South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, responsible for planning, policy, and legislative advocacy.
- Adam Dotson | Sandrick Law Firm
- Director of Economic Development at the Sandrick Law Firm, with expertise in economic development incentives for businesses.
- Nicholas Greifer | Southland Development Authority
- Director of Municipal Economic Development at the Southland Development Authority, experienced in economic development strategy and implementation for municipal governments.
- Sarah Kobetis | South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association
- AICP, Planning and Technical Assistance Director at South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, managing the SSMMA GIS Consortium.
- Philip McKenna | Kane McKenna and Associates
- President of Kane McKenna and Associates (“KMA”) and Chicago Municipal Advisors (“CMA”), an esteemed economic development consultant and advisor to Ryan LLC.
AGENDA
- 11:30 AM – Welcoming Remarks
- 11:35 AM – Introduction
- 11:45 AM – Navigating Local Economic Tools: TIF and Other Strategies.
- 12:15 PM – Exploring Regional Finance Tools: Class 8/6b and Other Solutions.
- 12:30 PM – Lunch Break (Boxed Lunches Provided)
- 12:35 PM – Unveiling the New Southland Reactivation
- 12:50 PM – Collaboration for Success: The Role of SDA and Regional Entities.
- 01:05 PM – Interactive Session: Questions and Answers
- 01:15 PM – Exciting Prize Draw!
- 01:20 PM – Adjournment
We are looking forward to hosting an informative and engaging seminar. Your presence and support would add significant value to the event!