Chicago at a Crossroads: Rebuilding the Core: Catalytic Projects Reshaping the Heart of Chicago

Chicago is at an inflection point. As the city emerges from the disruptions of the pandemic, major public and private investments are redefining what the “core” of Chicago looks like, and how it functions as a place to work, invest, and build long-term economic opportunity.

This installment of Chicago at a Crossroads will convene senior leaders from technology, real estate, finance, and development to examine how catalytic projects are reshaping downtown and adjacent districts, and what those decisions signal for Chicago’s business future. From reinvestment in iconic assets to ambitious mixed-use developments creating entirely new neighborhoods, the discussion will explore how institutions are balancing scale, accountability, and community impact at a pivotal moment for the city.

Panelists will discuss:

· What Google’s redevelopment of the Thompson Center and JPMorganChase’s renovation of Chase Tower represent for downtown Chicago and the future of the Loop as a center of innovation and employment

· How major developments—such as Related Midwest’s The 78—are rethinking density, connectivity, and long-term value creation

· The evolving role of commercial real estate and capital markets in stabilizing and reimagining downtown office districts

· How corporate and financial institutions are making long-term commitments to Chicago’s core while supporting broader, citywide growth.

Moderated by Tim Burke, President and Chief Operating Officer of Old National Bancorp, this conversation will move beyond headlines to focus on the strategic choices shaping Chicago’s next chapter—and the responsibility that comes with leading its transformation.

Chicago at a Crossroads is the Chamber’s signature civic dialogue series and regularly brings together senior executives, public-sector leaders, and members of the Chamber’s Board for candid, forward-looking discussions on the forces shaping Chicago’s economic future.

Moderator

Tim Burke

President and Chief Operating Officer | Old National Bancorp

Featured Speaker

Winton Steward

Head of Government Affairs for the Midwest Region | Google

Kyle Kamin

Vice Chairman, Chicago Office | CBRE

Anthony Maggiore

Managing Director and Segment Head of Midwest & Canada Middle Market | JPMorganChase

Presenting Sponsor

Additional Information

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