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Work(Place): Where We Work & Why It Matters

from4:30 PM to - 6:30 PM UTCThe Ivy Room12 E Ohio St Ste 100 Chicago, Illinois, United States of America 60611-3098
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Want to start a lively debate? Just ask about a Chicagoan’s opinion on return-to-office or hybrid work.


You’ll get some passionate responses—and our May luncheon panel will feature many of them. Five years after the radical disruptions of 2020, the industry’s top workplace and office sector experts don’t agree on much. On this panel, you’ll hear from leaders with contrasting perspectives on hybrid, remote and fully in-person work—along with data on the journey to lure workers back to offices in downtown Chicago. Join us for a lively debate including the disparate perspectives from:

  • Margy Sweeney, Founder & CEO, Akrete, Inc.

  • Michael Edwards, President & CEO, Chicago Loop Alliance

  • Shawn Fawell, Senior Associate, Design Manager, Architect at Gensler

  • Moderator: Sarah Ware, Principal and Designated Managing Broker, Ware Realty Group

Member Giveaway:
CREW Chicago members who bring a guest to the luncheon will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card! Please indicate your guest’s name when registering. (Please note the guest will still need to be registered and pay for the event.)

Registration Fees

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