“Great innovation happens not when you do it on the same curve but when you get to the next curve." — Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist at Canva At the ULI Fall Meeting’s Closing General Session, Guy Kawasaki shared a powerful framework for innovation rooted in empathy, experimentation, and bold thinking. Key insights included: “Look for the pain” — Innovation begins by identifying real problems. “Don’t worry, be crappy” — Early versions don’t need to be perfect. “Eat what you cook” — Live where you design to understand the lived experience. “Plant many seeds” — Success often comes from unexpected places. “Use all your weapons” — AI should be part of every strategic conversation. ✨ Stay tuned for more recaps and highlights from #FallMeeting! 🎉 Close out a memorable week in San Francisco with the ULI San Francisco Block Party, happening on Front Street from 4–10 PM PST. This neighborhood celebration is inspired by a recent ULI Advisory Services Panel that helped reimagine this downtown corridor. Photos: Unfound Door #GuyKawasaki #AIInBusiness #Innovation
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ULI’s mission is to shape the future of the built environment for transformative impact in communities worldwide.
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ULI - the Urban Land Institute is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. Founded in 1936, the institute now has over 40,000 members worldwide representing the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines, working in private enterprise and public service. As the preeminent, multidisciplinary real estate forum, ULI facilitates the open exchange of ideas, information and experience among local, national and international industry leaders and policy makers dedicated to creating better places. The mission of the Urban Land Institute is to shape the future of the built environment for transformative impact in communities worldwide. Members say that ULI is a trusted idea place where leaders come to grow professionally and personally through sharing, mentoring, and problem solving. With pride, ULI members commit to the best in land use policy and practice.
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- real estate, land use, sustainability, infrastructure, housing, capital markets, place making, transportation, urban planning, capital markets, green building, publishing, city, decarbonization, climate resilience, net zero, health equity, downtown, city planning, land use, urban renewal , real estate trends, and social equity
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It’s the final day of #ULIFallMeeting, and there’s still so much to explore. Join us for a full lineup of concurrent sessions, Product Council meetings, and engaging experiences in the Member Engagement Area. Don’t miss activations like professional headshots and the latte bar — perfect for a mid-morning pick-me-up. ☕ 🎤 Closing General Session: The Art of Innovation Featuring Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist at Canva, innovation and entrepreneurship guru, bestselling author, and host of the Remarkable People podcast. Make the most of your Thursday! Plan your schedule now: https://ow.ly/Fx5J50XnZUc #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalNetworking #RealEstateEvents
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Day 2 at the ULI #FallMeeting kicked off with a celebration of impact and a look toward the future.✨ ULI Foundation campaign co-chairs Doug Abbey and Tom Toomey presented a video highlighting the success of the Our Cities, Our Future capital campaign, which has reached its $100 million goal—fueling ULI’s mission to shape better communities around the world. 🌎 The momentum continued at the General Session, where panelists unpacked the 2026 Emerging Trends in Real Estate® report. 📄 From trillions flowing into data centers to the growing importance of modular construction and power infrastructure, the conversation explored how technology and demographic shifts are redefining demand across the built environment. Chuck DiRocco, CRE, CCIM, FRICS of PwC presented the top 10 trends, with moderation by Andrew Alperstein. The session, which included Sara B. Queen, Hessam Nadji, and Chris Porter, emphasized the need for agility, insight, and a forward-looking mindset in today’s evolving market. 📊 There’s still plenty happening tonight and tomorrow! Explore the full schedule here: 🔗 https://ow.ly/otTy50Xnx3J #ULIFallMeeting #EmergingTrends #RealEstate2026 #ULIFoundation #OurCitiesOurFuture ULI San Francisco MetLife Investment Management Marcus & Millichap, John Burns Research and Consulting
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Rain was in the forecast, but that didn’t stop a dedicated group of ULI members from showing up and logging over 5 miles through San Francisco this morning! Join us tomorrow for another informal run through the city’s iconic hills. 🕡 6:30–8:30 AM PST 📍 Moscone West, Level 1 Lobby Open to ALL attendees! Don’t miss the chance to connect, recharge, and experience San Francisco on foot. 🏃♀️ #ULICommunity #SFEvents #ExploreSanFrancisco #ULIFallMeeting William Zeh Herbig Jimena Sayavedra ULI San Francisco
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❗ MORNING RUN CANCELLED ❗ Due to rain and high winds, we’re cancelling today’s 6:30 AM PST Runners' Morning Meetup at ULI Fall Meeting. Stay safe and dry! ULI San Francisco William Zeh Herbig Sukanya Sen
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The wait is over! Emerging Trends in Real Estate® 2026 is here. 📄 The industry’s most trusted annual outlook from PwC and the Urban Land Institute has officially launched. This year’s report dives deep into the forces reshaping how we live, work, and invest. From economic shifts to tech breakthroughs, the 2026 edition offers a forward-looking lens on what’s next for real estate across North America. 🔎 🔗 Explore the report: https://lnkd.in/egkx9weH #RealEstateTrends #EmergingTrends #RealEstate2026 #RealEstateInsights
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Day 1 of #ULIFallMeeting kicked off with vision, leadership, and global perspective. 🌍 San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie 丹尼爾·羅偉 welcomed attendees with reflections on San Francisco. ULI’s Global CEO Angela Cain and Global Chair Franz Colloredo-Mansfeld introduced 13 imperatives shaping ULI’s future—including a renewed focus on content, priorities, and building a future-ready organization. 🌱 We also honored Carol Coletta with the ULI Prize for Visionaries in Urban Development. 💡 General Stan McChrystal closed the session with a powerful keynote on global forces, the meaning of home, and the role we all play in shaping democracy. 🗺️ Want to learn more? Attend a Futurescape session at Fall Meeting: Wednesday, Nov 5 | 4–5 PM PST Thursday, Nov 6 | 9–10 AM & 10:30–11:30 AM PST Plus, explore what’s ahead at https://ow.ly/r08W50XmTjv and stay tuned for more #ULIFallMeeting highlights. #UrbanDevelopment #SanFrancisco #Leadership ULI San Francisco
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Mission Rock is transforming San Francisco’s southern waterfront into a vibrant new neighborhood, and we got a firsthand look during #ULIFallMeeting. 🏢 The tour gave attendees a close-up look at one of San Francisco’s most ambitious waterfront redevelopments. What was once 28 acres of surface parking is being transformed into a dynamic mix of housing, office space, retail, and public parks. The development team shared how this public-private partnership is bringing more than 1,000 new homes, Visa’s global headquarters, and eight acres of open space to life. 🔗 Take a closer look at Mission Rock’s journey in Urban Land: https://ow.ly/wCJx50XmR7C Photos: The Unfound Door #MissionRock #WaterfrontRevitalization #CityPlanning ULI San Francisco
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Urban Land Institute reposted this
Housing & Community Development I Advancing Change in Planning, Policy, & Practice
Homelessness is the largest and longest-sustained crisis of its kind in U.S. history—and it affects every community. New from the Urban Land Institute: “10 Principles for Addressing Homelessness: A Guide for Commercial Real Estate and Finance” offers a clear call to action: the real estate industry has a critical role to play in advancing solutions. Developed by ULI members, these principles help peers across the industry understand how to engage, partner, and invest to help end homelessness—while supporting housing affordability and community resilience. #ULI #Homelessness #HousingForAll #RealEstate #AffordableHousing #ULI10Principles 👉 Read the report: https://lnkd.in/gxwzVsha Jeff Olivet Rosemarie Hepner Fabiola Alvarez Yurcisin, AICP Sarah Joyce William Zeh Herbig Elizabeth Van Horn Jeff Lubell
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It’s Day 1 of the #ULIFallMeeting and we're so excited to welcome you to San Francisco! 🌉 If you’re at Moscone West, make sure to swing by the Member Engagement Area on Floor 2. There’s a lot to check out—from the latest issue of Urban Land magazine to exhibits and reports that dive into resilience, sustainability, and climate risk. You’ll find: - The Market Street Reimagined ideas competition honorable mentions - Ten Principles for Building Resilience - Reports like the Cold Snap, Developing Resilience Toolkit, and Harvesting the Value of Water - Insights from the Randall Lewis Center - A “Stay Informed” board with QR codes linking to ULI resources on homelessness, tenant engagement, and the real estate economic forecast Whether you're looking for thought leadership, project highlights, or trends shaping the future of land use, there's something here for you. Stop by, say hello, and grab your copy! 👋 #UrbanLand #RealEstateInnovation #UrbanDevelopment Sibley Fleming Brett Widness Shraeya M. ULI San Francisco