urbanOvation News & March Update

Published on March 11, 2022

March Update

Beyond the Conversation

The Unthinkable War in Europe: How Did It Happen, and What Will the World Look Like Tomorrow?

17 March 14:00 - 15:30 GMT

Join us for a timely debate about the greatest threat to world order since the second world war. The discussion will be led by Cameron Sawyer who brings a unique global perspective and 25 years of experience in the USSR and Russia. He will share his insights on the tragedy in Ukraine, scenarios for how it ends and what happens after.

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Solving Problems - Creating Value

urbanOvation’s commitment to connect members to new opportunities has become a reality. Two recent examples demonstrate the potential:

In the first, the challenge of funding a major mixed-use development in Paris was introduced by one uO member to another. This opportunity created transaction fee for the members who successfully closed the deal and a referral fee for the member that made the introduction.

In the second, we organised a workshop for a UK landowner seeking planning approval for a large greenbelt site. Several participants have since secured assignments to assist in progressing the project.

Click here to learn more about urbanOvation Solutions. Contact Elliott Hale if you have a challenge where another uO member might be able to help.

Unlocking ESG Challenges - Forums

The ESG Forum is exploring real world ESG challenges through a structured question and answer session. The pioneering approach promises to support our goal to source innovative solutions and breakthrough ideas that are both practical and contributing to long-term system-wide changes through our diversity of experts.

The February Challenge – Pre-let fit-out of Cat A Offices discussed, was brought by a member from a multi-disciplinary engineering firm.

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Upcoming Events

The New Playbook - 15.03 | 16:00GMT

Who will Build the Future? Transforming careers & Organisations - Fireside Chat with Tony LoPinto

Korn Ferry's Real Estate Global Sector Leader will share insights how accelerating change is transforming careers and organisations.

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The Art of Public Art - 29.03 | 16:00GMT

Art plays a vital role in enhancing public spaces. Yet people increasingly question the purpose and value of art. This lively debate will explore three questions:

What is Public Art and why do we need it?
Who pays, who benefits and how?
What is the role of government, owners, planners and developers?

A diverse panel of experts from the art world moderated by Sarah Elson will set the stage. Gerald Parkes will follow, refereeing on open discussion with real estate leaders and other stakeholders.

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Partnerships and Insights

SQUARE Ibiza - 08 - 10 June

SQUARE is a unique opportunity to connect with peers and gain insights into the trends reshaping the built environment. urbanOvation members benefit from a 20% discount.

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Are green investments top performers?

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues have increased the corporate, social, and political agenda over the past years. Many REITs have already started to grasp ESG, and some are quite advanced, but how can ESG criteria determine a company’s performance?.

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