About
Who should attend?
This conference is intended to bring together people eager to initiate or expand programs that encourage building reuse and vacant property stabilization in “rust-belt” cities surrounding the Great Lakes. Bring your energy, enthusiasm, ideas and inspiration!
- Architects and Engineers
- Contractors
- Deconstruction/reuse organizations
- Developers
- Local, State and Federal government officials
- Redevelopment officials and staff
- Government and private funders
- Non-profit and community-based organizations
- Anyone interested in issues related to vacant, abandoned buildings!
Please check back often for additional conference information and details on conference registration and accommodations.
Important Information
- Date by which speakers must be registered to hold speaking spot – September 1, 2008
- Conference registration and payment is required as a condition of being a speaker.
- Presentations shall be no longer than 40 minutes. Speakers shall be prepared for a question and answer session.
- Submit presentation abstracts by email to 2008conference@greatlakesreuse.org.
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How can I help?
We’re seeking collaborators and sponsors to help plan, organize and implement this conference. Specifically, we need:
- Volunteers to help plan and coordinate the conference
- Volunteers to help implement the conference
- Financial support to promote the event and attract a wide audience
- Recognition for financial supporters
- Marketing, promotion and outreach support to help spread the word and reach a wider audience
If you’d like to participate, please send an email to 2008conference@greatlakesreuse.org.