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2026 Higher Thinking Executive Forum

April 16, 2026 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (EDT)

Description

Come to the leaders' table. 

Be a part of this unique event! 

  
We are looking forward to returning to the Rizzo Center in Chapel Hill for this day-long experience designed for executive leadership teams of NC management companies. With dynamic presenters and engaging sessions, you'll gain perspectives immediately relevant for running your company today and positioning it for tomorrow.

  

This program brings a day of leader-level insights and opportunities to network and share with your peers.







DRAFT AGENDA: LOUDERMILK HALL/MAGNOLIA ROOM 

9:30 AM Sign-in, Coffee & Hellos

9:45 AM Welcome & Introductions...Chapter president Kevin Giles, RS, Giles Flythe Engineers

10:00 AM Legislative Info for the C-Suite Audience...LAC Chair, Margaret Chase

10:20 AM Break

10:30 AM Dialogue with CAI-NC's Attorney Roundtable

11:45 AM Luncheon & Networking

1:00 PM Keynote Session "The Loyalty Loop" with Andrew Davis,

2:30 PM Break

2:45 PM Breakout Session "Building Employee Loyalty: A Live Workshop" with Andrew Davis

4:30 PM Wrap-up...David Priestley, Building Value Committee chair

5:00 PM Optional cocktails/dinner package ($100) 


MANAGEMENT EXEC REGISTRATION: $250 for the day program; $100 cocktails/dinner add-on



HOTEL ROOM BLOCK INFO PROVIDED IN REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION. 

BUSINESS PARTNERS: Participation at this event is limited to the chapter's Diamond, Elite, Platinum and Gold 2026 Supporting Partners.    


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