How can we develop sustainable, diverse, and inclusive communities? As cities face the increasing challenges of attracting talent and innovation, housing their citizens and reimagining their retail and leisure offerings, how can city leaders help drive inclusive and sustainable change? How can city leadership and the real estate industry align to match the aims of building communities with investment viability? Who should lead, what role will technology play, and where will the money come from?

Moderator: Tom Murphy – Senior Resident Fellow, ULI/Klingbeil Family Chair for Urban Development

Speaker: Bart Somers – Mayor of the City of Mechelen