About the Owner Symposium | Chicago Housing Authority

ABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM

History

For 14 years, over 1,000 industry professionals have gathered for education and networking with the goal of improving their businesses and supporting affordable housing opportunities throughout all of Chicago's 77 communities.

The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Owner Symposium was first held in 2008 to educate property owners who already were participating in, or were interested in, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program. Since then, the Symposium has steadily grown into the premier event for Chicago property owners, managers and real estate investors, regardless of their affiliation with CHA.

In 2020, CHA embraced the opportunity to move the Owner Symposium online and launched Symposium Week, an all-virtual event. Branded OS20, the week featured 23 live educational sessions and networking opportunities, all of which remained available on-demand through the end of the year. In 2021 and 2022, Symposium Week was held on an all-inclusive virtual event platform, providing countless opportunities for education and connections between attendees, speakers and sponsors alike.

In 2023, the Owner Symposium returned in person (and online), offering a variety of options for housing providers to learn and engage with CHA and their colleagues. This year, the day-long hybrid event will be held at the Hyatt Regency Chicago on Monday, September 23, 2024 and feature:

Eight (8) "back to basics" educational sessions, led by recognized experts from the housing industry

Dedicated exhibit area featuring dozens of vendors

Lunch and afternoon snack

Opportunities to connect with 1,000 Chicago housing providers

Can't make it in person? Watch sessions (live and on-demand) and connect with attendees online through Webex Events!

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where will the 2024 Owner Symposium be held?

The Owner Symposium will be held on Monday, September 23, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The hybrid event will be in person at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601 as well as online via Webex Events.

Who should attend the Owner Symposium?

All property owners, property managers, real estate brokers, real estate investors and residential rental housing professionals working across Chicago's 77 communities or those who want to learn more about how they can improve their community and grow their real estate business.

Note: The Owner Symposium is not designed for HCV Program participants.

Do I need to register for the Owner Symposium?

Yes, advance registration is required to attend. Registration will open later this summer ... stay tuned!

Is parking available for the in-person Owner Symposium?

Yes, valet parking is available at the attendee's own expense through the Hyatt Regency Chicago at a discounted rate. Self-parking is also available nearby at several garages, including the Illinois Center. To learn more about getting to the Owner Symposium, visit the Venue Information page.

How can I become a sponsor/exhibitor?

The Owner Symposium presents wonderful sales and networking opportunities for vendors looking to connect with over 1,000 real estate professionals throughout Chicago, all in one place. Several levels of sponsorship are available to fit every company's budget. Click here to see which opportunity is right for you!

Are children allowed to attend?

This is a professional educational and networking event and therefore, accommodations have not been made for children. All attendees are advised to make their own childcare arrangements prior to attending.

Still have questions? Email symposium@thecha.org.