036: The ULI Place Summit and How Real Change Happens with Megan Brown

In episode 36, we sit down with Megan Brown, Director of Operations at ULI Northwest Arkansas, to explore how real change happens in communities—through relationships, shared vision, and events like the ULI Place Summit. Megan shares how her background in finance, music, and event planning shaped her passion for the built environment, and why the Place Summit is more than just a conference—it’s a catalyst. From wastewater to walkability, it’s all about making Northwest Arkansas better, together.

Show Links:

• ULI Place Summit
• Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas
• Illinois River Watershed Partnership (IRWP)
• Groundwork NWA
• Dr. Gregg Colburn – “Homelessness is a Housing Problem”
• Trinity River Authority of Texas
• Velocity Group / Dan Hintz
• CNU 34 Northwest Arkansas

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