Here's some information to get you prepared. There's plenty more at their web site: http://www.growsmartri.org/2016-power-of-place-summit
June 21st gathering will bring together 500 thinkers and doers committed to shaping a stronger, more vibrant Rhode Island
In the two years since our last Power of Place Summit, Rhode Island has turned some important corners. Our economy is on the rebound, our real estate market is performing better and knee-jerk negativity about our state’s future prospects, though still far too prevalent, is diminishing.
However, it’s up to each one of us to ensure that Rhode Island accelerates the pace of revitalization in a way that has lasting impact for this and future generations.
That’s why we invite you to join with other business, civic and government leaders, development and real estate professionals, architects, builders, farmers, conservationists, policy advocates and a multitude of community stakeholders from across Rhode Island and New England to participate and play a part in building a stronger Rhode Island.
Summit Agenda Review
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. • Registration / Networking
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. • Morning Plenary
Keynote Address
Jonathan Smoke, Chief Economist, Realtor.com
Last December, Realtor.com named Metro Providence the #1 real estate market to watch in 2016, ahead of other booming markets such as San Diego, New Orleans, Charlotte and even Boston. What is it that earned Metro Providence a spot as one of the red hot places for real estate in the nation? We know that top ten markets on Realtor.com’s list experienced 60% more listing page views than the U.S. overall and saw properties sell 16 days faster than the U.S. average.
With 2016 now nearing the halfway point, how has our market actually performed and what’s the forecast ahead? What’s been driving the increased activity and what does it mean for smart growth prospects in communities from Woonsocket to Westerly?
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