Libby Popovic, JD

Gary Gamber, CLTP

Henry Che, Founder

Faruk Daudbasic, Senior VP

Kashyap Trivedi, Moderator

Antje Gehrken, Moderator

AREAA: Land Development Roadmap

AREAA (Asian Real Estate Association of America) was founded in 2003 dedicated to closing the homeownership gap facing the Asian American Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community.  The Greater Chicago chapter was launched in early 2008 to provide a forum for all real estate related professionals to better understand and serve the AANHPI community.  Our guiding principles is "AREAA H.E.R.E. is Everywhere; honoring ourHeritage throughEducation inReal Estate toEmpower our Community" with the mission of promoting sustainable homeownership and real property.   To learn more, please visit  https://areaa.org/greaterchicago

AREAA - Greater Chicago

Learn the step-by-step process of transforming raw land into profitable developments.

Pinstripes

Join us for lunch at AREAA’s Land Development Roadmap Event: Navigating Buying, Building, and Creating Value at Pinstripes on November 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM.Are you curious about how a vacant parcel transforms into a thriving development? Whether you’re a realtor, investor, or aspiring developer, this event will walk you through the essential steps of the land development process — from site selection and zoning to financing, construction, and activation.Join us for an in-depth discussion with experienced developers, brokers, and professionals who have navigated the real-world challenges of land deals. You’ll gain insights into:<ul><li>How to evaluate land for investment potential</li><li>Understanding zoning, entitlements, and permitting timelines</li><li>Financing tools and public incentive programs available for development</li><li>Key milestones, common roadblocks, and how to avoid costly delays</li><li>Building the right team — from architects to attorneys to contractors</li><li>Market trends shaping today’s land and mixed-use projects</li></ul>This session is designed to demystify the land development process and empower attendees to take the next step—whether that’s acquiring land, partnering with a developer, or guiding clients through complex deals.Expect a mix of education, networking, and real-world examples, with plenty of time for Q&amp;A. If you’ve ever wanted to understand how developers turn land into opportunity, this event is for you.Who Should Attend:<ul><li>Real estate agents &amp; brokers</li><li>Investors &amp; developers</li><li>Property owners &amp; landholders</li><li>Professionals in planning, construction, or finance</li></ul> Join <a href="https://www.areaa.org/membership-registration" title="https://www.areaa.org/membership-registration" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">AREAA </a>today — members save 30% on tickets!

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