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The 2025 MHI National Communities Council Fall Leadership Forum lands in Chicago next week, bringing together leaders in manufactured housing for one and a half days of strategic dialogue, networking and high-level briefings. The event begins Wednesday, Nov. 5 with a Welcome Reception sponsored by Equity Lifestyle Properties, setting the tone for a dynamic agenda.

Thursday’s sessions kickoff with Eric Finnigan of JBRC unpacking “Demographic Trends: Who is Moving, Who is Buying, and What It Means for Communities,” offering a data-rich look at migration and generational shifts. Economist Todd Buchholz follows with “The Big Picture: Global Trends Shaping the Economic Landscape,” decoding macroeconomic signals impacting housing.

George Passantino’s “Political Due Diligence” session equips developers with tools to navigate local politics before building, while the “AI in Action” panel explores how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing community operations. After the education sessions, attendees will literally elevate their discussions at 360 Chicago, exchanging ideas overlooking the Chicago skyline.

Friday’s focus turns to advocacy, with a panel discussion about “Protecting the Land-Lease Model” addressing legislative threats, followed by Dr. Lesli Gooch’s session “Elevating Manufactured Housing in Federal Housing Policy.”

Don’t miss the only community executive-level event of the year: the 2025 MHI National Communities Council Fall Leadership Forum in Chicago November 5-7. Register now; prices increase Saturday, Nov. 1.

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October 31, 2025

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