2026 AREA Housing Summit

Join us for the Ames Regional Economic Alliance’s first-ever Housing Summit, a full-day event exploring how housing drives economic opportunity for families, communities, and businesses across the Ames region.

Attendees will engage in timely discussions, hear from Iowa housing leaders, and gain insight into local and regional development strategies that strengthen our communities. The day will feature keynote speakers, panel conversations, exhibitor networking, and the 2025 AREA Housing Impact Awards luncheon—celebrating excellence in housing projects that make a lasting impact.

This anticipated event invites all housing professionals, advocates, and community leaders to connect, collaborate, and advance solutions that support a thriving Ames region.

You may also like the following events from Ames Regional Economic Alliance:

• Happening on, 8th January, 04:00 pm, Annual Awards 2025 in Ames
• Happening on, 9th January, 07:30 am, Legislative Kickoff Breakfast 2026 in Ames
• Happening on, 15th January, 04:30 pm, January Business After Hours in Ames

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