Upcoming BDA Breakfast
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
8:00 – 8:20 am - Coffee & Networking:
8:20 – 9:30 am - Breakfast & Program
Meydenbauer Center, Rooms 404 – 406
Downtown Forward: Projects in Motion
Spotlighting Transformative Projects Shaping Downtown Bellevue
Join us on April 29 for a BDA Breakfast spotlighting projects in motion that are advancing Downtown Bellevue’s evolution as a major urban center. Attendees will receive a special update on the Grand Connection Crossing and hear a facilitated conversation with development leaders whose projects are moving through design review, preparing to break ground, or already under construction.
Hear directly from industry leaders about what it takes to deliver successful projects in today's Downtown Bellevue. Attendees will gain insights into what's driving development, along with the latest updates on project plans, timelines, and anticipated community impact. Panel lineup will be announced soon. Register today to secure your seat.
Panel Lineup
- Lori Hill, CEO, Clise Properties – Moderator
BDA Board Member, ULI Northwest District Council Chair
- Cindy Ju, Director of Acquisitions & Development, Hines
Project: Main Street Place – moving through design
- Brendan Lawrence, Senior Development Manager, ONNI Group
Project: 606 Bellevue – breaking ground soon
Special Update
- Nathan Torgelson, Director, Office of the Grand Connection, City of Bellevue
Project: Grand Connection Crossing – moving through design
| Price | Registration Item |
|---|---|
| $65.00 | BDA Member |
| $80.00 | Non-BDA Member |
| $500.00 | BDA Member Table (Seats 8) |
| $580.00 | Non-BDA Member Table (Seats 8) |
2026 Schedule
- Apr 29 | 8AM - 9:30AM
- Jun 23 | 8AM - 9:30AM
- Sep 22 | 8AM - 9:30AM
- Dec 08 | 8AM - 9:30AM
What to Expect
- Gather insights from a curated program of conversations featuring subject matter experts on key issues facing Downtown Bellevue.
- Explore new topics that are influencing the local and regional landscape.
- Strengthen and build relationships with other local placemakers over coffee and conversation.
BDA Staff Contacts
- Serena Sherwood, BDA Member and Policy Coordinator.
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