Wednesday, August 31st | Raleigh Convention Center
The State of Downtown celebrates individuals, businesses, and organizations whose contributions are making a significant impact on Downtown Raleigh. Join us and be the first to hear in-depth market analysis and trends of Raleigh's Central Business District shared through compelling data, visuals, and real stories from Downtown businesses. Attendees also will receive a copy of the 2022 State of Downtown report. This is one of the most attended business and networking events in Raleigh every year!
Join us before the main event for our Pre-Session Panel. You’ll hear from a group of real estate experts who will break down trends and weigh in on projections for Downtown Raleigh’s growing economy. Attendees can purchase a ticket to this session for an additional cost of only $40 per registrant*.
Don’t wait to get your tickets!
If you purchase your ticket in the next week, you could be one of 10 people selected to win a $50 Downtown Raleigh Prize Pack. It includes gift cards from some of your favorite Downtown Raleigh restaurants, Raleigh-themed swag and more.
Questions? Email Roxanne Coffey at roxannecoffey@downtownraleigh.org
Schedule
- (2:00 pm-3:00 pm) Pre-session
- (3:00 pm-3:45 pm) Reception
- (3:45 pm-5:00 pm) State of Downtown Program
Speakers
Pre-session: Deep Dive into Downtown Raleigh's Economy
Kyle Touchstone | Raleigh Economic Development (RED)
Ikima Hicks | Kane Realty Corp.
Josh Dix | Trammell Crow Company
Johnny Hackett, Jr. | The Black Dollar Corp.
Innovation and the Future of Downtown
Todd Olson | Pendo
Bill Spruill | Global Data Consortium
Jason Widen | Raleigh Founded
Downtown Storefront Entrepreneurs
Sunny Gerhart | St. Roch Fine Oysters + Bar
Julian Zarron Jacobs | Unorthodox Vintage
LaTanya Lodge | TresLife
Kimberly Clayton Thigpen | The Bath Place
Lindsay Wrege | 321 Coffee
Building Experiences and Community in Downtown
Grady Bussey | John Chavis Memorial Park
Carly Jones | Artspace
Russ Jones | LODEN Hospitality
Christina Coffey | Lee & Associates
Britt Thomas | Marbles Kids Museum
Leadership Perspectives & Award Presenters
Michael Iovino | August Construction Solutions, Inc.
Ted Klinck | Highwoods Properties, Inc.
David Meeker | Carpenter Development, Trophy Brewing
Rob Reid | Kane Realty Corporation
Are you a member of the media interested in covering State of Downtown? Reach out to laurenbarnett@downtownraleigh.org or complete this form to request a media pass.
Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
North State Bank
The Fallon Company
JDavis
Williams Mullen
Bronze Sponsors
WRAL-TV
AV Partner
