ABOUT CHICAGO BUILD

Chicago Build Expo features 22,000+ AEC and real estate professionals, 350+ high-profile speakers across 12 conference tracks and AIA CES approved workshops, 250+ exhibitors, Architects Hub, the Midwest's largest Festival of Construction featuring entertainment, live music, networking parties and more!

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WHY EXHIBIT?

Chicago Build takes place at McCormick Place, the largest convention center in North America. Exhibit at the show to generate new business leads and position yourself as a key player in the market for maximum brand exposure.

WHY EXHIBIT?

WHO ATTENDS

Network, and do business with: contractors, architects, engineers, developers, government, realtors and construction professionals from Chicago. Attendees includes senior representatives from leading AEC companies including AECOM, Stantec, CBRE, Lendlease, Clayco, JLL, The Walsh Group, plus more!

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GOVERNMENT SUPPORT

Chicago Build is proud to be officially supported by Governor J.B. Pritzker. and Mayor Lori Lightfoot.

The State of Illinois is delighted to bring together a national community of AEC & Real Estate Professionals to shape the future of the Midwest.

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CONFERENCE AGENDA

Conference topics include Sustainability, Real Estate, Architecture, BIM & Digital Construction, Health & Safety, Future Construction, and Skills Hub, as well as AIA CES Workshops.

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BECOME AN AMBASSADOR

We welcome anyone of any gender who is passionate about driving change in the Midwest's built environment to get involved as an Ambassador. Our mission is to ensure that everyone in the industry has the opportunity to thrive.

OUR AMBASSADORS

"It was a great opportunity to both share and gain knowledge of the latest trends and best practices within the construction and real estate industry and be able to network with colleagues across the City."
Aysegul Kalaycioglu, Chief Operating Officer - Illinois Department of Central Management Services
"I’ve spoke and moderated at both the Chicago Build Expo 2 years ago and again this year and both times have proven to be very rewarding. It’s a fantastic opportunity to network and meet the other faces in our industry who are having such an impact on trends and the direction that our industry is heading. As a speaker I truly enjoy being able to showcase the innovative things that I’ve been able to do on projects and in the field and as a moderator I love having the opportunity to dive deep into conversations with others who have had similar experiences and who are finding new and better ways to make things happen.
John Clous, VDC Manager - Clayco
"Enjoyed all of the workshops and sites Chicago had to offer. Highly informative and innovative. Looking forward to CB 2020."
Patrick Bethea, City of Atlanta-Renew Atlanta/TSPLOST
"The most informative and accomplishing trade show I've ever been to. The information received at every booth was viable."
Joseph Campanile, Technician, DMC Services
"This was my first time at the Build Expo and I was impressed. The conference was well organized and had a lot of exhibitors. You really got to see the full range of products and services from the AEC sector here. I also spoke at the event and there were plenty of people interested in hearing speakers. There was a lot of great content to learn about the innovations of the AEC sector. Overall the experience was very positive, and I hope to see more from the organizers."
Tadeh Hakopian, Architect, HKS, Inc.
"I was really taken aback by the number of speakers and networking sessions, and the quality of the presenters were very good, as well as the topics of the presentations. I had a wonderful time and met new contacts and reacquainted with old friends. This was a great event. Thank you for putting it together."
Anthony Akindele, Principal, NIA Architects, Inc