Builders Conference 2016

15th Annual Builders Conference

Building a World Heritage City

Honoring the Past, Embracing the Future

On November 6, 2015, Philadelphia became the first and only World Heritage City in the United States. Recognized for its unique history, the city is now in a position to preserve that heritage while leveraging the designation as a powerful economic engine. How does Philadelphia protect its historical and cultural assets in a way that also fosters the growth of a modern, world-class city? At the 15th Annual Builders Conference, the Building Industry Association of Philadelphia will explore how our city can embrace the promise of its future while honoring the glory of its past.

Building a Legacy:  Allowing the Present to Become the Cherished Past  
Harris Steinberg, Director, Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, Drexel University

State of the Local Housing Economy
Kevin Gillen, Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation Drexel University

What It Takes: Building in Today’s Philadelphia

Moderator: Francis Vargas, Elon Development, The Altman Group of Companies

• Anne Fadullon, Director of Planning & Development, City of Philadelphia
• David Perri , Commissioner, Department of Licenses + Inspections, City of Philadelphia

Embracing Change: From “NIMBY” to “YIMBY”

Moderator: Jonathan Adler, Naked Philly

• Leo Addimando, Alterra Property Group, Preservation Alliance and BIA
• Jonathan Broh, JKRP Architects, Washington Square West Civic Association
• Jonathan Farnham, Philadelphia Historical Commission
• Lauren Vidas, Hazzouri and Associates, South of South Neighborhood Association (SOSNA)