2026 ITIA & IEZA Fall Conference
Tuesday, September 15 & Wednesday, September 16
Swissotel Chicago
Join us for the Fall 2026 ITIA & IEZA Conference, where economic development professionals come together to share ideas, strategies, and real-world experiences shaping communities across Illinois. This year’s program will explore key topics such as redevelopment, dealmaking, incentive tools, and public engagement—featuring practical insights, case studies, and collaborative discussions designed to support effective, forward-thinking development efforts.
Continuing education credits will be available for attorneys and planners
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There is a small block of rooms at Swissotel for the conference.
Please use this link to book. Rooms prices vary depending on type.
Reserve early - Chicago will be VERY BUSY the week of our conference.
We are still finalizing the agenda. You can expect sessions on:
- Enterprise Zone designation updates
- Retail redevelopment — everything from malls to Main Street
- Public messaging and navigating community input
- Industrial/warehouse projects and layered incentives
- Real-world dealmaking and underwriting
Schedule Overview:
Tuesday, September 15
10am - Opening & Welcome
10:15 - 5pm - Sessions
(lunch provided)
5:30 - 7:30 - Networking Reception at Swissotel
(drinks & light refreshments, plan for dinner on your own)
Wednesday, September 16
9:30 am - 3pm - Sessions
(lunch provided)
Thank you to our Spring Conference Sponsors!
Platinum: PGAV, SB Friedman
Gold: Johnson Research Group, Moran Economic Development, Ottosen DiNolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo, Ltd.
Silver: Ancel Glink
Bronze: Arnold & Porter, Bruckert, Behme & Long, P.C., Storino, Ramello, & Durkin
