October 21 - October 23, 2026
Chicago, IL
Choose Your Lane: Different Business Models Winning in Active Adult
Date and Time:Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location:Innovation Lab
Active Adult is not a single product—it is a spectrum of distinct “lanes” defined by price point, operating model, and resident profile. In this interactive, debate-style session, operators representing very different approaches—from highly staffed, amenity-rich communities to lean, resident-driven models—will compare how they position, price, and run their assets.
Through a “What’s Your Lane?” framework, panelists will explore how decisions around rent levels, staffing structures, lifestyle programming, and product type shape both resident experience and financial performance. From wide pricing bands within the same market to differing capital strategies and target demographics, this session will unpack what truly differentiates Active Adult from multifamily—and from itself.
Walk away with a clearer understanding of how to define your lane, communicate it to capital partners, and adapt your model to different markets without losing strategic focus.