The Programs Committee plans monthly educational and informational meetings including our flagship monthly breakfast series, trends conferences, and networking events.

Chair: Heidi Cisneros, Structures

The Membership Committee develops and implements member recruitment, engagement, and retention strategies (such as Coffee Chats and Welcome Ambassadors) to help grow and maintain membership in ULI.

Chair: Eldon Rude, 360 Analytics

The Marketing and Communication Committee promotes events and helps keep members informed about ULI initiatives and activities. Committee members do not need prior experience in marketing. This is a great way to expand your professional network.

Chair: Hal Guggolz, Land Advisors

The Sponsorship Committee solicits financial support from local companies of ULI and organizes sponsor appreciation activities. Annual sponsorship provides over half of ULI Austin’s operations budget and 100% of donations remain local in Austin.

Chair: Su Kosub, Pape-Dawson

ULI has several committees focused on the advancement of education of individuals from school-aged to college and professionals. ULI needs mentors and presenters for these programs.

Chair: Caitlin Admire

Building Tomorrow’s Neighborhoods – Building Tomorrow’s Neighborhoods is a school-aged program to teach students about the development process and the various careers in the field. Chair: Open 

Hines Student Competition – Challenges college students to collaborate across disciplines to imagine a better-built environment. ULI members mentor and coach local university teams. December – February. Chair: Claire Hempel, Design Workshop

Urban Exchange for Public Leaders – Members lead hands-on workshops where participants learn about the fundamental forces that shape and affect the built environment. Chair: Tricia Williamson, Jacobs

The Special Events Committee plans ULI Austin’s three signature events including identifying venue and program and soliciting guest speakers and sponsors. Committees mostly meet biweekly for three months before the event.

Chair: Erika Passailaigue, Datum Engineers

Impact Awards – Recognizes projects and people that exemplify ULI’s Mission.  Chair: Open

Marketplace – A showcase of Austin’s emerging real estate projects.  Chair: Brittany Morrison, Heritage Title & Kathryn Timmerman, Prominent Title

Butler Game Day – Networking extravaganza with golfers and tailgaters.  Chair: Andrew Grimm, Frost Bank

ULI NEXT offers small groups (Flights) where members between the ages of 35-45 meet for presentations of topical interest to seed candid discussion from diverse of perspectives. Applications for new participating members open June annually. Runs September through May; $100 Annual Fee

Chair: Sean Abbot

Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) strives to promote the advancement of women and increase the number of women who serve in leadership positions in the real estate industry and in ULI. The steering committee plans the overall direction of WLI and the various events and initiatives. If you are a female member of ULI, you are automatically included in WLI.

Chair: Amie Henry, Ladera Capital

2019 Season Sponsor

Dunaway/UDG

Young Leader events/activities create a unique setting for early-career professionals and students under the age of 35 to develop professional skills and build relationships while fostering an understanding of thoughtful development practices.

Chair: Malorie Harding, Teacher Retirement System of Texas

The Mentorship Forum For Young Leaders pairs small groups of early-career professionals with experienced, senior-level members to build leadership through a broad understanding of all facets of the real estate industry. Applications for members open June annually. Runs September through June; $200 Annual Fee Chair: Lexi Hall, Cushman Wakefield

2019 Season Sponsor

Swinerton

Local Member Councils are topically focused, multidisciplinary groups that meet regularly to exchange ideas, examine industry trends, and share information and best practices concerning a specific real estate topic in a collaborative manner. Applications for new participating members opens June and December annually. Runs year-round; $150 Annual Fee.

Chair: Jason Qunell, UFCU

Councils:

Commercial

Housing

Master Planned Communities

Multi-Family

Regional Growth

Urban

Strategic Councils partner public and private entities to discuss and impact local issues. We are currently seeking experts and stakeholders.

Affordability – Chair: Sarah Andre, Structures Development

Creative Culture – Chair: OPEN

Transportation – Chair: Dan Hennesey, Big Red Dog

Technical Assistance Panels (TAPs) leverage ULI members’ knowledge to provide expert, multidisciplinary advice to local governments, public agencies and nonprofit organizations facing complex land use and real estate issues. The committee vettes TAP opportunities and reviews previous TAP outcomes. Participation on a panel requires two full-day commitment with follow up emails per TAP.

Chair: Allen Wise, IBC Bank