The Congress for the New Urbanism is bringing its 31st annual Congress to the Queen City May 31 to June 3, and we are excited to convene in our home town! Many efforts of our firm from the past 30+ years will be showcased, from Historic South End, to communities like Birkdale Village, Antiquity and more.

Our firm will be participating in three of the scheduled CNU 31 walking tours — A New Hope (VI) and 5 Points Forward on May 31, and No Cars Allowed - Neighborhood Development on June 2. One of the two featured Hope VI neighborhoods is Brightwalk, the transformation of a former housing project into a mixed-income, mixed-use, intergenerational community that has become a national model of community development. 5 Points Forward is a grassroots urban vision planning effort for the 5 Points Plaza area in the Historic West End of Charlotte — a public planning process that has brought the residents together to frame the vision for their own neighborhood. The No Cars Allowed - Neighborhood Development tour will feature new mixed-use residential projects that are providing alternate methods of transportation without the typical parking requirements found in traditional multifamily developments.

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The SIMA Super Summit is a dynamic gathering of surf industry leaders and innovators across business, culture and sport. In a time of disruption, digital acceleration, and shifting global landscapes, this summit is designed to spark collaboration, elevate sustainability and drive forward-thinking strategies for long-term growth.

Join Kevin Kelley for his keynote speech on unveiling the new playbook for retailers: one built on human connection, cultural meaning, and social experiences that no screen can replace.

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The Technology & Entrepreneurship Summit brings together entrepreneurs, industry professionals, students, and community members to explore the evolving landscape of technology and business. The summit is hosted by the Northern Innovation and Startup Center, in collaboration with the Aberdeen Development Corporation.

Join Kevin Kelley (Wednesday, September 24 at 9:00AM) for his keynote speech on entrepreneurship and his insights on how to design spaces that encourage innovation, relevance, and long-term success.

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