When it comes to providing an overview of market trends with a focus on our communities no one does it better than consultant Bridget Lane of Business Districts Inc. With more than two decades of providing consulting services for businesses, developers and municipalities (including Lake Forest and Lake Bluff), Bridget has a unique perspective and familiarity with both our challenges and opportunities. Join us as she shares her insights on national and regional trends and the emerging paths to business success. The general public is welcome -- cost for all is $10.
Bridget Lane of Business Districts, Inc., is a specialist in retail and business development and revitalization as well as marketing and communication strategies for municipalities. She is a nationally-recognized expert who has participated in studies for both the City of Lake Forest and Village of Lake Bluff as well as many other clients as diverse as Lisle, West Dundee, Forest Park, Long Grove, and Chicago's Andersonville Neighborhood. She has authored publications for the Urban Land Institute, created university courses covering economic development for urban planners as well as retail management, and has led retail and business development workshops for communities.