Elevate Conference 2024, September 15-16 2024, Convene Chicago, IL

An Exclusive Gathering
of Facility Executives

Sunday, September 15 ‐ Monday, September 16

Convene 311 West Monroe St. Chicago, IL

Join us for Elevate: A groundbreaking experience designed to unite facility leaders, Elevate is designed to foster connections, learning, and collaborative brainstorming to propel both your facilities and career forward. Hosted in downtown Chicago, Elevate ensures that you will remain at the forefront of facilities management innovation.

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Day 1

1:00–1:30 PM

Museum Entry Hall Check-In:

Gather with fellow professionals, network, and begin the tour.

1:00–3:30 PM

Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry:

Enjoy a spectacular view of the South Lagoon.
Admire unique design and art on the roof.
Visit back-of-house locations including the cutting-edge Chiller and Boiler Rooms, the bustling high-efficiency kitchen, and the awe-inspiring Giant Dome Theater.
Learn about the museum's daily operations.
Discover how technologies are making it easier than ever to leverage artificial intelligence, streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and optimize automation.

3:30–4:30 PM

Networking Reception:

Enjoy refreshments and savor farm-to-table hors d'oeuvres.
Network and connect with industry professionals in the Rosenwald Room.

Day 2

8:00–9:00 AM

Coffee and Continental Breakfast Start the day with breakfast and peer introductions.

9:00–10:00 AM

Panel Discussion: Enhancing Strategic Planning through Effective Facility Condition Assessments.

10:00–10:30 AM

Beverage Break Network over coffee.

10:30–11:30 AM

Elevate AM Breakouts: Choose from three advanced-level discussions.

11:30 AM–12:30 PM

The Elevate Lunch

12:30–1:25 PM

Supplier Appointments: Connect with leading suppliers.

1:30–2:30 PM

General Session: Details to be announced.

2:30–3:00 PM

Beverage Break: Recharge and network.

3:00–4:00 PM

Elevate PM Breakouts Choose from discussions on talent development, service models, or change management.

4:15–5:00 PM

Closing Reception: Review takeaways and network with peers.

Day 1: Behind-The-Scenes Tour

Kick off your Elevate experience with a tour of a facility in the Chicago area, showcasing the role technology plays in optimizing facility operations, costs and efficiencies. Stay tuned for more details!

Day 2: Discussions & Networking

A day filled with insightful discussions, including a morning trends panel, an afternoon leadership symposium and advanced-level breakouts along the way focused on Strategic Influence, Reimagining Service Change Management and more.

Tour Highlights:

Rooftop Tour: Discover how technologies are making it easier than ever to leverage artificial intelligence, streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and optimize automation - and how to build skills that help propel a facilities organization firmly into the future.

Facilities Tour: Explore the cutting-edge Chiller and Boiler Rooms, visit the bustling high-efficiency kitchen, and experience the awe-inspiring Giant Dome Theater.

Reception: Food, Drinks, and More: Enjoy refreshments and savor farm-to-table hors d'oeuvres while networking and connecting with industry professionals in the Rosenwald Room.

Change Management

Gain practical insights into effective change management strategies, leadership approaches, and tools to successfully guide your team through transitions. Whether adapting to technological advancements or organizational shifts, this session equips you with knowledge to drive positive outcomes across an FM organization.