On April 16, 2025, the Mayo Civic Center became a hub for innovation and collaboration as Destination Medical Center and ULI Minnesota hosted the 2025 Real Estate Development and Investment Summit. This one-day event brought together developers, healthcare professionals, and community leaders to explore the evolving intersection of real estate development, health, and technology—with a focus on how tech-enabled housing can drive better health outcomes.
Insightful Sessions
The day featured engaging discussions and thought-provoking presentations from experts leading transformative projects in Rochester and beyond.
- Transformative Developments Driving Demand in Rochester
Bridget Avikainen (Mayo Clinic) and Chancellor Lori Carrell (University of Minnesota Rochester) discussed how major institutional initiatives like Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester and the university’s innovation-focused model are generating long-term demand for real estate in the region. - Leveraging Tech-Enabled Housing for Better Health Outcomes
A panel of national leaders including Dr. Christina Chen (Mayo Clinic), Bruce Thompson (Urbaneer), Kenneth Bahk, PhD (Health Equity Innovation Partners), and Scott Goodman (Farpoint Development) examined the connection between health, housing, and innovation—and how smarter design and technology integration are reshaping how we live and age.
Tours and Connections
Attendees enjoyed trolley and walking tours of the Destination Medical Center district, showcasing development-ready sites and projects underway. The day concluded with a networking reception, giving guests the opportunity to connect with potential partners and peers in the fields of healthcare, housing, and development.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
This event would not have been possible without the support of our generous sponsors:
Platinum Sponsor:
Gold Sponsor:
Silver Sponsors:
Bronze Sponsors:
Kraus-Anderson, Premier Bank, Weis Builders