Diversity In Downtown - The Dollars and Sense of Urban Revitalization featuring Rev. Dr. Floyd H. Flake
Symposium Topics:
High Energy Prices + a Tight Economy = Urban Revitalization
The magnitude of this issue cannot be understated. It is transforming: workforce commuting patterns and access to workers; business location priorities from lower cost locations to denser locations closer to markets and distribution channels; and where and how people play and consume. Balancing diversity within Downtown gives us a competitive advantage.
Playmaking: When Black and White Makes Green
A showcase of notable Downtown development projects and investment strategies by a minority businesses and majority partners. Importance of joint ventures and strategic alliances in large projects.
Overcoming Fear: Tips to Survive a Wild Market
Developers will discuss the importance of understanding the development cycle and economic market when making key business decisions.
Legacy, Transition, Succession: Balancing Business and Family
Few businesses survive generational transfer. How does the entrepreneur derive strategies to turn over the reins and balance what is best for the business while keeping a family together? Hear from companies that have gone through it and consultants that can assist.
Confirmed Panelists:
Kirby Fowler, Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, Inc.
Kim Clark, Baltimore Development Corporation
Carla Nelson, Mayors Office of Minority Business Development
Ken Banks, Banks Contracting
Stan Carlatt, Hensel Phelps
Larry White, Struever Bros., Eccles & Rouse
Desa Sealy-Ruffin, Gotham Development LLC
Richard Naing, RWN Development Group
Wendy Blair, WL Blair Development LLC
Marilynn Duker,The Shelter Group
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