MESSAGE FROM OUR CHAIR - CHRIS TERLIZZI...

Take a minute now to register for our newest signature event, Urban Marketplace, to be held on June 25 at The Union League in Philadelphia. Urban Marketplace will be a day-long highly interactive mix of keynote speakers, breakout sessions, lively roundtable discussions, plus an exhibit hall and networking opportunities, all focusing on "Investing for Impact." Please scroll down to read about the stellar lineup of more than 50 speakers and thought leaders who will participate. Remember - you can always see who else has registered for every ULI event on the events page.

Later this month we begin our annual sponsorship drive. You may not realize that only a small portion of your membership dues are returned to our District Council by ULI Georgetown. For our 2010 fiscal year which starts July 1, we project that 13% of our budget will be funded from ULI dues-sharing, 43% from net profits on our terrific programs and events, and 44% from sponsorships. Our members have been among the hardest-hit in this economy and the resulting declines in membership and event registrations now make sponsorship even more critical.

I welcome your ideas as to how we can remain viable as an organization during these critical times and successfully position ULI Philadelphia for a secure future. Check out our Sponsorship page to learn more about sponsorship opportunities, or contact me at cpt@att.net to find out how you can get invited to our July 22 Sponsor Appreciation Breakfast, which will be held at the new Tastykake bakery at the Navy Yard – and yes, they are on the menu!