Young Leaders Study Tours and Retreats
Welcome to Young Leaders Study Tours, where young professionals converge to explore and celebrate the dynamic landscapes of Europe’s cities while delving into innovative real estate projects. Our internationally focused programme is tailored for members under 35, set to foster professional growth, offering a platform to forge partnerships with academia, engage with senior industry figures, and provide quality networking with peers across Europe.
Programme Overview
The Young Leaders Study Tour and Retreat programme is a collaborative effort of a hosting team including the local Young Leaders Chair and Executive Committee and ULI Europe team.
Traditionally, the programme spans two days of intensive leadership discussions, forums, and site visits, offering diverse perspectives and a comprehensive syllabus covering key topics of the present and future of the real estate sector.
Leveraging the expertise of our global network, comprising over 45,000 multidisciplinary members, we facilitate knowledge exchange among industry peers. Our tours facilitate interactions with governmental bodies, academic institutions, industry associations, and market leaders, offering insights into best practices around policy, investment, and community development and their impact on the financial and social values of surrounding areas.
Hosting Cities
The hosting city is selected by the selection committee and ratified by the ULI Europe Executive Committee, based on the bids submitted by local Young Leaders across Europe. Stay tuned for updates on the next round of bids to be announced.
Reflecting on Past Study Tours
ULI Europe Young Leaders Retreat 2024 took place in Stockholm
The 2024 programme, integrated with the ULI Europe Leadership Retreat, offered attendees a unique opportunity to connect directly with top senior leaders in real estate, build lasting relationships with fellow young leaders, and explore Stockholm—a city at the forefront of sustainable development.
With engaging discussions on urban development strategies and the role of neuroscience in enhancing peak performance, alongside site visits to Stockholm’s groundbreaking projects, the Retreat provided valuable insights into emerging market trends, the increasing importance of sustainability, and effective career development strategies.
ULI Europe Young Leaders Study Tour 2023 took place in Athens
The 2023 ULI Europe Young Leaders Autumn Study Tour in Athens was a dynamic and enlightening exploration of the city’s real estate scene. Spanning two days at various venues across Athens, the event brought together industry professionals and experts to engage in discussions exploring the transformative power of repurposing real estate and its economic, social, and environmental aspects.
Recap: 2023 ULI Europe Young Leaders Autumn Study Tour to Athens
Recap: ULI Europe Young Leaders Autumn Study Tour 2022 | Madrid
The ULI Europe Young Leaders Study Tour 2022 was held in Madrid, taking place over two days at the end of September and bringing together 35 Young Leaders from 11 different countries. The programme offered attendees a glimpse into some of the city’s most ambitious and exciting urban regeneration projects. Discussions and site visits covered themes surrounding the future of cities and mobility, urban regeneration, public-private collaboration, and ESG.