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February 2026 Program

 

February 19, 2026 | 12:00 PM CST - 1:30 PM CST
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Maggiano's Banquets | 111 West Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60654
https://maggianos.com/
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The Ecosystem of Real Estate: Assets That Support Engagement and Life

Learning Objectives

  1. Think about an asset holistically, a system rather than parts
  2. Focus on the human experience an asset offers along with its performance
  3. Asset branding: the importance of identity
  4. Community symbiosis


About the Speaker

Christopher Keller, LEED AP ID+C

Design Director, IA Chicago
Design Principal, Firmwide


Christopher Keller, LEED AP ID+C, serves as the Design Director of IA’s Chicago Studio, Design Principal firmwide, and brings over 25 years of experience in designing high-performance workplaces and hospitality environments for leading clients in healthcare, hospitality, tech, travel, and more. Known for his ability to translate a client’s vision into spaces that are both innovative and functional, his portfolio includes projects for notable organizations such as the American Academy of Pediatrics, Four Seasons, Google, United Airlines, Grubhub, and others.

Disclaimer: The views expressed at IFMA Chicago programs are solely those of the chapter and do not necessarily represent those of the International Facility Management Association.

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