Networking Rounds
Wednesday, October.9
1:00 – 4:00 PM: Outdoor Adventure Center, Detroit, MI
Inspiration from the Field
1:00 – 2:30 PM
Outdoor Adventure Center
This session features rapid presentations on innovative projects, offering a glimpse into emerging ideas from Detroit, across North America, and Network Members. Attendees will gain insights into how these initiatives are transforming public spaces and fostering community engagement, sustainability, and creativity in new and impactful ways.
Presenters:
Oren Goldenberg & Matthew Naimi
Dreamtroit
Katy Trudeau
Eastern Market
Joseph Chamoun & Tarrah Beaudoin
Corridor Écologique Darlington
Kari Bonaro
Ralph C. Wilson Park, Buffalo
Megan Brosterman
Gotham Park
Harriet Crittenden LaMair
High Line Canal
John Hill & Sam Acosta
Trinity Park Conservancy
Ask the Experts
2:30 – 4:00 PM
Outdoor Adventure Center
This open networking session offers attendees a chance to engage with experts across various fields related to public space stewardship. Drawing from our network of funders, thought leaders, Detroit-based experts, and High Line leadership, participants can ask focused questions and explore innovative ideas in an informal, collaborative setting.
Ask the experts about:
Participatory Grant-Making
Tech & Community
Community Land Trusts
Volunteer Programs
Philanthropy
Impact Metrics
