Want to know what’s really happening in Chicago’s real estate market?

We have answers.

C.A.R. intends to shed some much-needed light on the ins and outs of the industry—as well as offer some sound advice on getting deals done—at our Creative Deal-Making Strategies breakfast on May 12. The forum will take place at Maggiano’s Little Italy at 111 W. Grand Ave., Chicago, from 8:00 A.M. to 10:45 A.M.

The in-depth panel discussion will address: trends in Chicago’s commercial office market; how to negotiate deals in a challenged market; and, from @properties, Michael Golden—the story behind the Chicago Spire (including advice on how to build relationships in the industry).

Hooked yet?

We talked to panelist Tom Bartkoski, Director of International Business Development, World Business Chicago, to get a preview of what to expect with regard to:

Trends in business coming to Chicago: “Inquiries from companies, consultants and foreign organizations remain steady despite the global economic slump. Most projects are out of Europe. The renewables sector is doing well and has resulted in additional foreign companies here because so much industry expertise is in western Europe, and these companies want to take advantage of the market and new ‘green’ industry focus here.”

On the processes necessary to bring international business to Chicago: “Good and timely information on the business environment here, information on the prospect’s sector if need be, and addressing concerns that foreign businesses tend to have. Coordination with the State and foreign organizations in Chicago also helps funnel prospects in.”

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