A few things to know before you join us.

CATALYST takes place Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, at the David Brower Center in Berkeley.

• 3–5 p.m.: Interactive conversation and facilitated workshop.
• 5–6:30 p.m.: Social hour and light refreshments.

All times are Pacific.

Registration is $65 and includes the interactive conversation, hands-on workshop and social hour with light refreshments.

If cost is a barrier to attending, please contact [email protected] to ask about scholarships or financial assistance.

Click any “Save my seat” or “Register for CATALYST” button on this page to open registration. You can review ticket options and complete your purchase through Luma.

Community development and finance come together in one connected conversation. We’ll explore how decisions about development and investment can support community capacity, stronger relationships to place and the long-term health of neighborhoods.

Speakers will bring different perspectives, with opportunities to share questions and learn from one another.

The facilitated, hands-on workshop builds on the conversation. You’ll explore practical applications alongside people with different experiences and consider how the ideas connect to your work, your neighborhood and the role you can play.

Yes. Stay for the social hour from 5–6:30 p.m. to meet fellow attendees and speakers over light refreshments.

It’s time to follow up on an idea, compare experiences and get to know people whose work connects with yours. Plan to stay and keep the conversation going.

CATALYST is for people working across housing, community development, design, finance and government, as well as neighborhood advocates and anyone curious about how we can shape healthier places to live.

Whether these questions are part of your daily work or a new interest, your perspective belongs in the conversation.

No background in these approaches is needed. Bring your curiosity, questions and experience. The afternoon is designed for people to learn together and consider new possibilities.