BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Wisconsin School of Business - ECPv6.18.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Wisconsin School of Business X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://business.wisc.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Wisconsin School of Business REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T144500 DTSTAMP:20260826T195641Z CREATED:20260713T193537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T195641Z UID:10001874-1790929800-1790952300@business.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Wisconsin Real Estate & Economic Outlook Conference DESCRIPTION:Future-Ready Communities: Building Opportunity Through Housing Infrastructure and Innovation \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow can communities create more housing while preserving quality of life? How should they weigh the opportunities and tradeoffs surrounding major investments in infrastructure\, energy systems and data centers? What new policies\, financing tools and technologies can help address housing affordability while supporting sustainable economic growth? These are the complex questions shaping the future of real estate and economic development\, and they are at the heart of the 2026 Wisconsin Real Estate & Economic Outlook Conference. \n\n\n\nNationally recognized housing economist Morris Davis\, Professor at Rutgers University and Chief Housing Economist for the White House Council of Economic Advisers\, will open the conference with a national economic and housing outlook\, including insights into the nation’s landmark new housing legislation and its implications for communities\, developers and housing markets. Throughout the day\, experts from government\, industry and academia will explore innovative housing policies\, financing tools\, emerging technologies and real-world examples of communities working together to address housing affordability\, infrastructure needs and economic growth. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re in real estate\, banking\, development\, government\, planning or economic development\, you’ll leave with practical ideas for evaluating complex issues\, weighing competing priorities and building consensus around decisions that shape thriving communities. Along the way\, you’ll connect with professionals from across Wisconsin who are working to solve many of these same challenges. \n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nWho Attends\n\n\n\nLocation & Lodging\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nJoin Is as a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nFriday\, October 28:30 – 9:00 am Continental Breakfast and Registration9:00 – 9:10 am    Welcome and Introductions: Dayin Zhang\, Assistant Professor; Real Estate and Urban Land Economics; Valentino H. Pasquarella Sr. Faculty Fellow in Real Estate in Real Estate and Urban Economics; Wisconsin School of Business; University of Wisconsin–Madison9:10 – 10:00 am      Keynote Presenter: Morris Davis\, Professor\, Rutgers University; Former White House Chief Housing EconomistThe 2027 Housing Outlook: The Economy\, Housing Markets and the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act10:00 – 11:15 am Panel 1: Innovative Housing Solutions: New Tools from Washington to WisconsinCommunities across the country are grappling with rising housing costs and a shortage of homes that meet the needs of today’s workforce and families. Join national\, state and local housing leaders for a practical discussion of the latest strategies to expand housing supply and improve affordability. The session will explore recent federal housing legislation\, Wisconsin’s housing initiatives\, updates to WHEDA financing programs\, innovative TIF tools\, truth-in-zoning reforms and other regulatory approaches that can reduce barriers\, attract investment and accelerate housing development. You’ll leave with fresh ideas\, practical policy solutions and real-world examples that can help communities expand housing opportunities while balancing local priorities.Moderator: Kurt Paulsen\, Professor of Urban Planning\, Department of Planning  and Landscape Architecture\, University of Wisconsin–MadisonPanelist Ideas:Dave Armstrong\, Wisconsin State Assembly Representative for District 67 and the Executive Director of the Barron County Economic Development CorporationAmy Bliss\, Executive Director\, Wisconsin Housing AllianceRobert Procter\, attorney in Madison – completed series of fact sheets detailing new lawsJon Searles\, Community & Economic Development Director\, Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) 11:15 – 11:30 am  Networking Break11:30 am – 12:30 pmKeynote\, Lesli Gooch\, CEO\, Manufactured Housing InstituteUnlocking Housing Opportunity: The Power of Manufactured Housing to Build More Homes12:30 – 1:20 pm    Lunch1:30 – 2:45 pmPanel 2: From Opposition to Opportunity: Building Consensus for Better CommunitiesA practical discussion on navigating community opposition to housing\, infrastructure and economic development projects. Panelists will explore strategies for educating the public\, building trust and coalitions\, engaging stakeholders early and fostering productive dialogue that leads to successful projects and stronger communities. Moderator: Jerry Deschane\, Former Executive Director\, Wisconsin League of MunicipalitiesPanelists:Nicole Solheim\, Vice President\, Development for the Wisconsin Housing Preservation Corp (WHPC)John Garvin\, Manager of State Governmental Relations\, American Transmission CompanyEmily McFarland\, Executive Director\, League of Wisconsin Municipalities\, former Mayor of Watertown2:45 pm  Wrap-up and AdjournDayin Zhang\, Assistant Professor; Real Estate and Urban Land Economics; Valentino H. Pasquarella Sr. Faculty Fellow in Real Estate in Real Estate and Urban Economics; Wisconsin School of Business; University of Wisconsin–Madison\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n Keynote Presenters and Featured Speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Morris Davis \n Professor\, Rutgers University; Chief Housing Economist for the White House Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lesli Gooch \n CEO\, Manufactured Housing Institute (invited) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\n\n\n\nReal estate and housing professionals\n\n\n\nFinancial services professionals\n\n\n\nBuilders and developers\n\n\n\nState and local government employees\n\n\n\nNon-profit professionals\n\n\n\nAnyone interested in community and economic development\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation and Lodging\n\n\n\n\n\nHotel accommodations\n\n\n\nA block of rooms is reserved at the Fluno Center at $169 per night for the evening of October 1. Contact the Fluno Center directly at 608-441-7117 or 877-773-5866 to reserve your room. Be sure to mention that you are attending the Wisconsin Real Estate and Economic Outlook Conference. \n\n\n\nParking\n\n\n\nParking is available in the lot below the Fluno Center for $15 per day. We encourage you to arrive early the day of the conference\, as there will be only one parking lot attendant on duty. \n\n\n\n\nParking Maps: View the full campus garage layout and entrance locations on the Fluno Center Parking Map or the University Transportation Services Site.\n\n\n\nLive Availability: Real-time occupancy counts for these campus ramps can be checked using the Visitor Parking Availability Tracker.\n\n\n\n\nThere are also several public lots nearby: \n\n\n\n\nLake & Johnson Ramp (Lot 46). Approximately a 2 to 3 minute walk. Entrances from Lake Street and Frances Street.\n\n\n\nState Street Campus Garage: About a 6-to-8-minute walk. Entrance at 430 N. Frances Street.\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about parking\, please do not hesitate to contact the Fluno Center at (877) 77-FLUNO (35866) or (608) 441-7117 for assistance.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nFour ways to register\n\n\n\n1. Call: 1-800-348-8964 or 608-262-24512. Register online »3. Fax: 1-800-741-74164. Mail completed registration form to:The Pyle CenterRegistration Office702 Langdon StreetMadison\, WI 53706-1487 \n\n\n\nRegistration Fees\n\n\n\n$175 for government/non-profit and WREAA attendees$225 for corporate attendees \n\n\n\nEarly Bird Registration (before August 15)\n\n\n\n$150 for government/non-profit and WREAA attendees$200 for corporate attendees \n\n\n\nIn-person fee includes the panels\, presentations\, conference materials\, continental breakfast\, lunch\, and refreshments. \n\n\n\nWe are grateful for the support of our conference sponsors whose contributions help to keep registration fees low\, allowing non-profit and government professionals to attend this important forum. \n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: Monday\, September 21. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please call (608) 250-6401 to inquire about availability. \n\n\n\nCancellation Policy: Cancellations made by Monday\, September 21\, will receive a full refund; those made on or after September 21 are subject to the full registration fee. Substitutions may be made at any time. \n\n\n\nQuestions and Special Accommodations: If you have questions or need any special accommodations\, please do not hesitate to contact Lee Gottschalk at lee.gottschalk@wisc.edu. Requests will be kept confidential. We look forward to your participation! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Us as a Sponsor\n\n\n\nComplete this online form » \n\n\n\n\nDeadline: Friday\, September 18\, 2026. For availability after this date\, call Lee Gottschalk at 608-250-6401.\n\n\n\nSend completed form to graaskamp@bus.wisc.edu.\n\n\n\nSponsorship payments may be made online\, using this secure link.\n\nSelect Graaskamp Real Estate & Economic Outlook Conference for the Conference/Event Name and enter 01 for the Reservation Number in the payment form.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Sponsor?\n\n\n\n\nEngage an influential audience of leaders in real estate\, housing\, banking and the public sector.\n\n\n\nElevate your brand by aligning with one of Wisconsin’s premier housing conferences and the nation’s #1 Real Estate Program (U.S. News & World Report\, 2026).\n\n\n\nChampion the conversations shaping affordable housing\, economic development and thriving communities.\n\n\n\nForge connections with current and future clients\, partners and policymakers.\n\n\n\n\nSponsor Benefits “At a Glance”\n\n\n\nAmplify Your Brand: Build visibility before\, during and after the conference through extensive recognition\, including: \n\n\n\n\nRecognition throughout the conference marketing campaign\, including email\, social media\, news releases\, media partnerships and digital communications.\n\n\n\nLogo placement on the conference website with a link to your organization’s website.\n\n\n\nRecognition verbally at the conference and in conference materials\, signage and presentation slides.\n\n\n\nA color advertisement in the conference program.\n\n\n\nRecognition in post-conference communications sent from the Graaskamp Center.\n\n\n\n\nConnect With 150+ Housing\, Finance\, Real Estate and Government/Non-Profit Professionals: Build relationships with professionals from across Wisconsin’s real estate\, housing and financial services industries through: \n\n\n\n\nExhibit space to showcase your organization and engage with attendees.\n\n\n\nComplimentary conference registrations.\n\n\n\nAn invitation to the exclusive pre-conference dinner with keynote speakers and conference leaders.\n\n\n\nBe recognized for supporting one of Wisconsin’s premier real estate conferences hosted by the University of Wisconsin-Madison Graaskamp Center for Real Estate\n\n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Lee Gottschalk at 608-265-2032 or lee.gottschalk@wisc.edu. \n\n\n\n\n \n Conference PartnersWe’re grateful to our partners for their support of this conference and their commitment to communities across Wisconsin. URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/wisconsin-real-estate-economic-outlook-conference/ LOCATION:Fluno Center\, 601 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States CATEGORIES:Graaskamp Center,Real Estate Industry Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://business.wisc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-Banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Graaskamp Center for Real Estate":MAILTO:lee.gottschalk@wisc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T235959 DTSTAMP:20260805T035518Z CREATED:20260805T035517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T035518Z UID:10001895-1790294400-1790380799@business.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Applied Real Estate Investment Track (AREIT) Fall Board Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/applied-real-estate-investment-track-areit-fall-board-meeting/ LOCATION:Fluno Center\, 601 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States CATEGORIES:Graaskamp Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T183000 DTSTAMP:20260319T212746Z CREATED:20260304T204918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T212746Z UID:10001803-1777482000-1777487400@business.wisc.edu SUMMARY:The Critical Technology of the Critical Island at the Critical Moment DESCRIPTION:Drawing on his deep and prominent experience in economic policymaking\, Chairman Joseph Lyu will discuss Taiwan’s role as the “Critical Island” in the global semiconductor ecosystem\, exploring how resilience\, security\, and “Rational Globalization” are reshaping high-tech supply chains and global business strategy. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n \n \n\n Speaker Biography\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Joseph Lyu \n Chairman of Chinese International Economic Cooperation Association (CIECA) Joseph Lyu\, Chairman of CIECA\, is a prominent leader in international finance and economic diplomacy. He previously served as Taiwan’s Minister of Finance and Chairman of Bank of Taiwan & Taiwan Financial Holdings. An alumnus of National Chengchi University and Northwestern’s Kellogg School\, he specializes in macro-economic strategy. Chairman Lyu is a renowned expert on the intersection of technology\, economic development\, and global trade. \nPhoto from Wikimedia Commons \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nFluno Center Auditorium URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/the-critical-technology-of-the-critical-island-at-the-critical-moment/ LOCATION:Fluno Center\, 601 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T144500 DTSTAMP:20250918T210519Z CREATED:20250724T202815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T210519Z UID:10001578-1759480200-1759502700@business.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Crosswinds and Crossroads — Risk and Resilience in Housing DESCRIPTION:Register Now!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFederal housing policy is in flux\, with recent and anticipated shifts reshaping long-standing programs\, incentives\, and regulatory frameworks. From changes in tax policy and affordable housing financing to evolving oversight and funding priorities\, these disruptions are having a significant impact on housing markets—particularly for affordable and workforce housing. \n\n\n\nExpert panelists who are leaders\, policymakers\, and advocates will discuss how they are navigating today’s policy uncertainty\, and more importantly\, how they are working to build resilience\, identify solutions\, and leverage emerging opportunities. With a focus on actionable strategies\, panelists will discuss how to adapt to the changing federal landscape while continuing to advance housing affordability and equity. \n\n\n\n\nKeynote and Featured Presenters\n\n\n\nModerators and Panelists\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nSponsor Information\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nLocation and Lodging\n\n\n\n\nJoin Us! \n\n\n\n\nLearn from a range of experts — from the public and private sectors\, from government and business and from academia — who are on the front lines of housing market research\, policy and practice.\n\n\n\nExplore these questions and identify programs and solutions.\n\n\n\nJoin us and you’ll have the opportunity to network with a diverse and passionate group of 150+ housing\, banking\, real estate\, government and non-profit professionals to share ideas and best practices\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\n\n\nKeynote and Featured Presenters\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jessica Lautz\, Keynote Presenter \n Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research\, National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) The core of Dr. Jessica Lautz’s research focuses on analyzing trends for both NAR members and housing consumers. She is in demand as a speaker and by major media outlets to provide commentary on the real estate market. She has testified before Congress on behalf of NAR. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carlos Garriga\, Keynote Presenter \n Senior Vice President and Director of Research\, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Carlos Garriga’a research focuses on macroeconomics\, monetary economics\, housing and credit markets\, asset pricing\, and public economics. He is a member of the Bank’s Management Committee and is on the FOMC council that advises the Bank president on monetary policy and the broader economy issues. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thom Amdur\, Speaker \n Senior Vice President for Policy & Impact\, Lincoln Avenue Communities Thom is a nationally recognized leader in affordable housing and community development policy. He previously served as President\, National Housing & Rehabilitation Association (NH&RA)\, where he received the NHP Foundation’s Affordable Housing Advocacy Award.  He serves on the Board of Directors of numerous community development organizations including the Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erika Poethig\, Speaker \n Executive Vice President\, Civic Committee and Commercial Club of Chicago and Former Special Assistant to the President for Housing and Urban Policy in the White House Domestic Policy Council Poethig led policy development on the housing\, community and economic development for the Build Back Better Agenda. Under her leadership\, the Biden-Harris Administration created action plans and policies to prevent evictions and foreclosures\, increase the supply of rental and for-sale housing\, improve housing affordability for low- and moderate-income Americans. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nPresenters and Moderators\n\n\n\n\nThom Amdur\, Senior Vice President for Policy & Impact\, Lincoln Avenue Communities\n\n\n\nRob Brooks\, Wisconsin State Representative\, Assembly District 59\n\n\n\nKarl Eckart\, Vice President of Intergovernmental Affairs\, NAHB\n\n\n\nMark Eppli\, Teaching Professor\, Department of Real Estate & Urban Land Economics\, Wisconsin School of Business\n\n\n\nCarlos Garriga\, Senior Vice President and Director of Research\, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis\n\n\n\nLu Han\, Nathan F. Brand Chair Professor in Real Estate and Urban Economics at the Wisconsin School of Business and Faculty Director of the Urban Economics and Real Estate Ph.D. program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison\n\n\n\nJessica Lautz\, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research\, National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)\n\n\n\nElmer Moore\, President\, Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority\n\n\n\nErika Poethig\, Executive Vice President for Strategy and Planning at the Civic Committee and Commercial Club of Chicago; Former Special Assistant to the President for Housing and Urban Policy in the White House Domestic Policy Council\n\n\n\nBryan Schreiter\, Senior VP of Commercial Lending\, Associated Bank\n\n\n\nDavid Weiss\, CEO\, General Capital Group\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nTimeSession8:30 – 9:00 a.m.  Continental Breakfast and Registration9:00 – 9:10 a.m.Welcome and Introductions: Lu Han\, Nathan F. Brand Chair Professor in Real Estate and Urban Economics at the Wisconsin School of Business and Faculty Director of the Urban Economics and Real Estate Ph.D. program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison9:10 – 10:00 a.m. Keynote 1: The 2026 Economic and Housing OutlookPresenter: Jessica Lautz\, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research\, National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)10:00 – 11:15 a.m. Panel 1: Charting a Course Through Federal Housing Policy UncertaintyAs federal housing priorities shift and longstanding programs face disruption\, the future of affordable and workforce housing hangs in the balance. Recent policy changes have introduced volatility in tax incentives\, regulatory oversight\, and funding mechanisms—creating challenges for developers\, advocates\, and communities alike.This panel brings together experts working at the intersection of policy and practice to explore how the housing sector can respond proactively. Panelists will share insights on navigating political and regulatory uncertainty\, and offer forward-looking strategies to strengthen housing resilience\, support innovation\, and advance affordability in today’s unsettled policy environment.Moderator:  Mark Eppli\, Faculty Associate\, Real Estate Department\, UW-MadisonKarl Eckart\, Vice President of Intergovernmental Affairs\, NAHBErika Poethig\, Executive Vice President for Strategy and Planning at the Civic Committee and Commercial Club of ChicagoThom Amdur\, Senior Vice President for Policy & Impact\, Lincoln Avenue Communities 11:15 – 11:30 a.m.  Networking Break 11:30 – 12:30 pmKeynote 2: The Economics of Housing: Affordability\, Policy\, and the Road AheadCarlos Garriga\, Senior Vice President and Director of Research\, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis12:30 – 1:20 pmLunch1:30 – 2:45 p.m.Panel 2: Housing Under Pressure: Building Solutions for Wisconsin Amid Policy and Market ChallengesWisconsin\, like many states\, is grappling with a growing shortage of affordable and workforce housing—an issue felt acutely in both urban centers and rural communities. As federal housing policy continues to shift\, state and local leaders must navigate the ripple effects of federal decisions while crafting solutions that address local needs.This panel will examine how federal policy uncertainty intersects with Wisconsin’s housing landscape\, and how state-level efforts are rising to meet the challenge. From funding gaps to regulatory barriers and development pressures\, panelists will explore what’s being done to expand access to housing\, support economic development\, and build long-term resilience in communities across the state. The conversation will focus on practical strategies for overcoming current constraints and strengthening Wisconsin’s housing future.                                                               Moderator:  Elmer Moore\, President\, Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development AuthorityPanelists:Rob Brooks\, Wisconsin State Representative\, Assembly District 59Bryan Schreiter\, Senior VP of Commercial Lending\, Associated BankDavid Weiss\, CEO\, General Capital GroupLegislative Representative2:45 p.m.Wrap-up and Adjourn\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Conference Sponsors and Partners\n\n\n\n\nStevens Construction Corp.\n\n\n\nMandel Group Inc.\n\n\n\nHovde Properties\n\n\n\nMadison Development Corp.\n\n\n\nStark Company Realtors\n\n\n\nWisconsin Bankers Association\n\n\n\nLeague of Wisconsin Municipalities\n\n\n\nWisconsin REALTORS® Association\n\n\n\nWisconsin Bankers Association\n\n\n\nWisconsin Housing Preservation Corp.\n\n\n\nWisconsin Housing Alliance\n\n\n\n\nFour Ways to Register\n\n\n\n1. Call: 1-800-348-8964 or 608-262-24512. Register online »3. Fax: 1-800-741-74164. Mail completed registration form to:The Pyle CenterRegistration Office702 Langdon StreetMadison\, WI 53706-1487 \n\n\n\nRegistration Fees\n\n\n\n$170 for government/non-profit and WREAA attendees$200 for corporate attendeesEarly Bird Registration (before August 15) \n\n\n\n$150 for government/non-profit and WREAA attendees$180 for corporate attendeesIn-person fee includes conference materials\, continental breakfast\, lunch\, and refreshments. The program includes two virtual keynotes broadcast at the conference and two in-person panels. We are grateful for the support of our conference sponsors whose contributions help to keep registration fees low\, allowing non-profit and government professionals to attend this important forum. \n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: Friday\, September 15.  Call (608) 250-6401 for availability after this date. No refunds after September 15 but substitutions are allowed. \n\n\n\nCancellation Policy: Cancellations made before Monday\, October 2\, will receive a full refund; those made on or after October 4 are subject to the full registration fee. Substitutions may be made at any time. \n\n\n\nQuestions: If you have any questions\, please contact Lee Gottschalk at lee.gottschalk@wisc.edu or 608-265-2032. If you have a disability and desire accommodations\, please advise us when you register. Requests will be kept confidential. \n\n\n\nLocation and Lodging\n\n\n\n\n\nHotel accommodationsA block of rooms is reserved at the Fluno Center at $138 per night for the evening of October 2. Contact the Fluno Center directly at 608-441-7117 or 887-773-5866 to reserve your room. Be sure to mention that you are attending the Wisconsin Real Estate and Economic Outlook Conference.  \n\n\n\nParking\, Travel and DirectionsA 290-stall parking facility (Lot 83) is conveniently located beneath the Fluno located at 314 N Frances St\, Madison. The rate is $15 per day. We encourage you to arrive early the day of the conference\, as there will be only one parking lot attendant on duty. There are also several public lots nearby. For additional information on getting to the Fluno Center by plane\, car\, or bus\, please click here. \n\n\n\nSponsor Opportunities: Why Should You Join Us as a Sponsor?\n\n\n\nWe’re pleased to invite you to join us as a sponsor for the 2025 Wisconsin Real Estate & Economic Outlook Conference! The support of our sponsors is critical and has played a key role in making this event impactful and widely accessible. Now in its 21st year\, the conference brings together 150+ leaders from real estate\, housing\, finance\, and policy to explore critical issues facing our industry. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Us as a Sponsor Now!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nVisibility and Exposure:  Build valuable name recognition for your company by supporting a high-profile conference on critical real estate\, housing\, and community development issues. Your organization will receive extensive brand outreach throughout the conference marketing campaign – online via multiple media outlets and national press releases\, and in the printed materials and verbal recognition at the conference.\n\n\n\nDirect Access to the Wisconsin Housing\, Real Estate and Banking Community:  Network with a wide variety of professionals and policymakers interested in the issues and opportunities presented by the real estate and housing markets. Attendees include real estate and finance professionals\, non-profit groups\, government and service agencies\, and developers. We expect a capacity crowd at 150 professionals. \n\n\n\nChampion accessible housing education: Invest in your community and support critical housing and economic development issues by helping us keep the registration fee low so non-profit and government professionals can afford to attend this important forum. Your sponsorship helps maintain affordability and broad access to the event\, supporting a diverse\, cross-sector dialogue on pressing housing and policy issues.\n\n\n\nCompetitive Edge: Take advantage of a unique opportunity to broaden your competitive edge by improving your company’s image\, prestige\, and credibility by supporting a world-class conference and the University of Wisconsin-Madison Graaskamp Center for Real Estate\, the global leader in real estate education.\n\n\n\n\nSponsor Levels\n\n\n\n\nLead partner: $7\,500 – 7 complimentary conference registrations; 3 invitations to the pre-conference dinner.\n\n\n\nPlatinum:  $5\,000 – 5 complimentary conference registrations and 2 invitations to the pre-conference dinner.\n\n\n\nGold: $2\,500 – 3 complimentary conference registrations and 1 invitation to the pre-conference dinner.\n\n\n\nSilver level:  $1\,000 – 2 complimentary conference registrations\n\n\n\nBronze level:  $500 – 1 complimentary conference registrations\n\n\n\n\nEvent Sponsorship Opportunities\n\n\n\nPre-conference dinner – $3\,000 – 3 complimentary conference registrations and 2 invitations to the pre-conference dinner. \n\n\n\nContinental breakfast – $1\,500 – 2 complimentary registrations \n\n\n\nRefreshment breaks – $1\,000 – 2 complimentary registrations \n\n\n\nLuncheon – $3\,000 – 3 complimentary conference registrations and 2 invitations to the pre-conference dinner. URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/crosswinds-and-crossroads-risk-and-resilience-in-housing/ LOCATION:Fluno Center\, 601 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States CATEGORIES:Graaskamp Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://business.wisc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/conference-bannerburst-02.avif END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR