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.