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We are proud to recognize two members of The DDC Network Board — Tamakia “TJ” Edwards and LaVon M. Johns, LEED AP — for being named Innovator of the Year at BISNOW’s Chicago Women Leading Real Estate.

This recognition reflects the kind of leadership shaping the future of infrastructure, real estate, and capital deployment across Chicago and beyond.

Tamakia leads Illinois’ $9.6B Rebuild Illinois program, helping drive infrastructure investment statewide.

LaVon advises on complex real estate and public-private partnership transactions across the country.

Proud to build alongside leaders creating lasting impact across the industry.

#Leadership #ChicagoRealEstate #Infrastructure #CommercialRealEstate #DDCNetwork

Chicago developers, investors, and community builders — are you exploring vacant land and redevelopment opportunities across Cook County?

The County Land Bank Authority hosting a seminar focused on:
• vacant land acquisition
• redevelopment opportunities
• funding tools and development resources
• public sector and community partnerships
• connecting with lenders and ecosystem stakeholders

If you are looking to better understand land bank opportunities and expand your development pipeline, this is a session worth attending.

🗓 Friday, May 15, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 UIC Student Center East | Chicago

Registration link in bio/comments.

#ChicagoRealEstate #EmergingDevelopers #CommunityDevelopment #AffordableHousing #CommercialRealEstate #VacantLand #DDCNetwork @cookcountylandbankauthority

DDC Builder Spotlight | Cleveland, Ohio

@timothytramble
President & CEO, Saint Luke’s Foundation

In Cleveland’s Fairfax neighborhood, 89th Rising (48 units) reflects disciplined, financeable infill development delivered through cross-sector coordination and structured capital alignment.

DDC continues to highlight developers advancing financeable neighborhood-scale projects across Midwest markets.

#BlackHistoryMonth #RealEstateDevelopment #MidwestMarkets #Cleveland
#DDCNetwork

DDC Builder Spotlight | Cleveland, Ohio

@timothytramble
President & CEO, Saint Luke’s Foundation

In Cleveland’s Fairfax neighborhood, 89th Rising (48 units) reflects disciplined, financeable infill development delivered through cross-sector coordination and structured capital alignment.

DDC continues to highlight developers advancing financeable neighborhood-scale projects across Midwest markets.

#BlackHistoryMonth #RealEstateDevelopment #MidwestMarkets #Cleveland
#DDCNetwork

DDC Builder Spotlight
Phillip L. Beckham III | Managing Partner, P3 Markets

Phillip L. Beckham III is a third-generation developer and inaugural Diverse Developers Conference speaker, representing the type of operator convened by The DDC Network — leaders pairing generational stewardship with disciplined execution and structured public-private capital.

The Diverse Developers Conference has evolved into the Emerging Developers Conference, the flagship convening of The DDC Network.

His first major development, 43 Green, is a multi-phase, transit-oriented mixed-use project adjacent to the CTA’s 43rd Street Green Line stop in Bronzeville. Phase 1 delivered 99 mixed-income units in 2023. Phase 2, completed in 2025, added 80 additional units — 44 affordable — and achieved full lease-up, demonstrating sustained demand for transit-anchored, mixed-income housing.

The development reinforces a clear thesis: density + transit + mixed-income structure drive durable neighborhood growth.

Beckham is now part of the development team behind Woodlawn Central, an $895 million mixed-use district near the Obama Presidential Center, and was selected through a competitive City of Chicago RFP to help deliver the $42 million Madison Street Athletic & Cultural Complex.

From catalytic TOD to district-scale development, Beckham exemplifies active pipeline execution and municipal alignment.

Learn more:
www.emergingdevelopers.org

#DDCNetwork #EmergingDevelopersConference #BuilderSpotlight #ChicagoRealEstate #CommercialRealEstate #EconomicDevelopment

We join Chicago and communities across the nation in honoring the life and legacy of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.

His unwavering commitment to civil rights and economic empowerment expanded opportunity and voice across this country.

We are grateful for his leadership and enduring example.

As we begin 2026, we are proud of the momentum built across the DDC network. This past year brought new collaborations, emerging development opportunities, and innovative approaches to strengthening projects and neighborhoods across the region.

To the builders, partners, and leaders who continue to bring clarity, commitment, and forward-thinking solutions to the table—thank you. Your work drives the progress we are honored to help support.

Wishing you a purposeful and impactful start to the year ahead.

Happy New Year from DDC!

As we close out a meaningful year, the DDC team extends our sincere appreciation to the developers, partners, and local leaders who continue to advance stronger projects, better-designed neighborhoods, and new opportunities across our regions. Your commitment and momentum drive the work we are honored to support.

This season is a reminder of the value of connection—how shared insight, thoughtful planning, and determined leadership can shape progress none of us can achieve alone. Thank you for being part of this growing community.

Wishing you a peaceful holiday season and a strong start to 2026.

#HappyHolidays

🚨 Member Monday 🚨

This week’s spotlight: Courtney D. Pogue, CEcD, CCIM, CRE, who recently led the first-ever CCIM course delivered in Ghana, marking a significant milestone in expanding commercial real estate education on the African continent.

This program reflects growing demand for globally recognized real estate standards and practical investment education, while opening the door to expanded CCIM Institute programming and collaboration across Ghana and the region.

Courtney serves as Senior Director of the SEED Program at Grow America, where his work focuses on developer training, capital readiness, and translating planning and policy into executable projects. Over his career, his efforts have helped catalyze billions in private investment and substantial job creation across U.S. markets.

Courtney is a 2025 Emerging Developers Conference Planning Committee member and has been a valued speaker and moderator at DDC events, bringing a global perspective grounded in real-world execution to the DDC platform.

Learn more at emergingdevelopers.org

#MemberMonday #EmergingDevelopers #DDC #EconomicDevelopment #CommercialRealEstate #GlobalRealEstate

Each year, DDC brings together the people shaping the next generation of projects, partnerships, and market strategy.

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for everyone committed to building stronger regions and sharper execution in a shifting environment.

Thank you for being part of a network that believes in excellence and disciplined progress.

Grateful for the leaders shaping what’s possible.
Happy Thanksgiving from the DDC team.

#EmergingDevelopers #DDC #Thanksgiving2025

Today, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of all who have worn the uniform. Thank you to our veterans for protecting what so many take for granted.

The energy of DDC25 is finally here to relive.

We’ve just released the official photo gallery from the DDC 25 Emerging Developers Conference, capturing the moments, ideas, and connections that made this year’s gathering unforgettable.

From dynamic classroom sessions to the powerful conversations on stage, these images reflect the community driving development across Chicago.

See the full gallery [link in bio]

#DDC25 #EmergingDevelopersConference

Third time attending #DDC2025, and it never disappoints! ✨

From reconnecting with familiar faces to meeting new changemakers reimagining Chicago’s neighborhoods (and cities nationwide), this conference always sparks new ideas and inspiration.

Loved hearing from Jonathan F.P. Rose, who just closed a $660M fund, and diving into sessions on innovative financing, adaptive community models, and sustainability.

Here’s to building what’s next. 💡🏙️
#CommunityDevelopment #UrbanRevitalization #EmergingDevelopers #ChicagoDevelopment

Third time attending #DDC2025, and it never disappoints! ✨

From reconnecting with familiar faces to meeting new changemakers reimagining Chicago’s neighborhoods (and cities nationwide), this conference always sparks new ideas and inspiration.

Loved hearing from Jonathan F.P. Rose, who just closed a $660M fund, and diving into sessions on innovative financing, adaptive community models, and sustainability.

Here’s to building what’s next. 💡🏙️
#CommunityDevelopment #UrbanRevitalization #EmergingDevelopers #ChicagoDevelopment

Third time attending #DDC2025, and it never disappoints! ✨

From reconnecting with familiar faces to meeting new changemakers reimagining Chicago’s neighborhoods (and cities nationwide), this conference always sparks new ideas and inspiration.

Loved hearing from Jonathan F.P. Rose, who just closed a $660M fund, and diving into sessions on innovative financing, adaptive community models, and sustainability.

Here’s to building what’s next. 💡🏙️
#CommunityDevelopment #UrbanRevitalization #EmergingDevelopers #ChicagoDevelopment

Third time attending #DDC2025, and it never disappoints! ✨

From reconnecting with familiar faces to meeting new changemakers reimagining Chicago’s neighborhoods (and cities nationwide), this conference always sparks new ideas and inspiration.

Loved hearing from Jonathan F.P. Rose, who just closed a $660M fund, and diving into sessions on innovative financing, adaptive community models, and sustainability.

Here’s to building what’s next. 💡🏙️
#CommunityDevelopment #UrbanRevitalization #EmergingDevelopers #ChicagoDevelopment

Third time attending #DDC2025, and it never disappoints! ✨

From reconnecting with familiar faces to meeting new changemakers reimagining Chicago’s neighborhoods (and cities nationwide), this conference always sparks new ideas and inspiration.

Loved hearing from Jonathan F.P. Rose, who just closed a $660M fund, and diving into sessions on innovative financing, adaptive community models, and sustainability.

Here’s to building what’s next. 💡🏙️
#CommunityDevelopment #UrbanRevitalization #EmergingDevelopers #ChicagoDevelopment

Third time attending #DDC2025, and it never disappoints! ✨

From reconnecting with familiar faces to meeting new changemakers reimagining Chicago’s neighborhoods (and cities nationwide), this conference always sparks new ideas and inspiration.

Loved hearing from Jonathan F.P. Rose, who just closed a $660M fund, and diving into sessions on innovative financing, adaptive community models, and sustainability.

Here’s to building what’s next. 💡🏙️
#CommunityDevelopment #UrbanRevitalization #EmergingDevelopers #ChicagoDevelopment

Third time attending #DDC2025, and it never disappoints! ✨

From reconnecting with familiar faces to meeting new changemakers reimagining Chicago’s neighborhoods (and cities nationwide), this conference always sparks new ideas and inspiration.

Loved hearing from Jonathan F.P. Rose, who just closed a $660M fund, and diving into sessions on innovative financing, adaptive community models, and sustainability.

Here’s to building what’s next. 💡🏙️
#CommunityDevelopment #UrbanRevitalization #EmergingDevelopers #ChicagoDevelopment

Third time attending #DDC2025, and it never disappoints! ✨

From reconnecting with familiar faces to meeting new changemakers reimagining Chicago’s neighborhoods (and cities nationwide), this conference always sparks new ideas and inspiration.

Loved hearing from Jonathan F.P. Rose, who just closed a $660M fund, and diving into sessions on innovative financing, adaptive community models, and sustainability.

Here’s to building what’s next. 💡🏙️
#CommunityDevelopment #UrbanRevitalization #EmergingDevelopers #ChicagoDevelopment

Third time attending #DDC2025, and it never disappoints! ✨

From reconnecting with familiar faces to meeting new changemakers reimagining Chicago’s neighborhoods (and cities nationwide), this conference always sparks new ideas and inspiration.

Loved hearing from Jonathan F.P. Rose, who just closed a $660M fund, and diving into sessions on innovative financing, adaptive community models, and sustainability.

Here’s to building what’s next. 💡🏙️
#CommunityDevelopment #UrbanRevitalization #EmergingDevelopers #ChicagoDevelopment