Join us in lively downtown Terre Haute at the Terre Haute Convention Center for two dynamic days of inspiration, learning, and action. This impactful event, hosted by Thrive West Central, will feature powerful sessions on Day One that dive deep into housing innovation, followed by Day Two’s hands-on Homes For The Future tour, showcasing real-world success stories brought to life.
Don’t miss our keynote speaker, Heather Presley-Cowen, visionary creator of the H.O.M.E. Method. Through her transformative partnership with Thrive West Central, communities across Indiana — and beyond — now have a practical roadmap to jumpstart local housing solutions that work.
Whether you’re a housing developer, local official, nonprofit leader, lender, realtor, or passionate advocate, this is your chance to explore smart strategies, connect with changemakers, and discover tangible ways to drive meaningful impact.
Let’s build stronger communities — starting right here, together.
Agenda
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Terre Haute Convention Center
8 – 9 AM: Registration, Networking Breakfast & Exhibit Area Open
- Coffee and light breakfast; Sponsor Exhibitor tables open
9 – 9:20 AM: Welcome & Opening Remarks
9:20 – 10 AM: Keynote: “Housing Optimization Through Market Empowerment”
- Speaker: Heather Presley-Cowen
10 – 10:45 AM: Spotlight Session
- Regional Housing Initiatives in Indiana — Moderated Panel Discussion
10:45 – 11 AM: Break
11 – NOON: Breakout Session Block #1
- Planner on Demand Deep Dive
- Unlocking Local Capital
- Demand Activation Workshop
NOON – 1:15 PM: Lunch + “Housing Champions” Awards + Fireside Chat
- Moderator: Heather Presley-Cowen
1:30 – 2:30 PM: Breakout Session Block #2
- Realtor & Lender Power Hour
- Catalyst Site Strategy Lab
- Optimizer Certification & Community-Led Housing Strategy
2:30 – 2:45 PM: Break
2:45 – 3:30 PM: Action Session – Your Regional Housing Roadmap
3:30 – 4 PM: Closing Remarks & Call to Action
4 – 5 PM: Altitude Rooftop Bar Reception & Networking, Sponsored by THAAR
5:30 – 7:30 PM: Key Partner Meetups
Friday, September 12, 2025
Vigo County History Center
8:15 – 9 AM: Coffee, Donuts & Networking, Sponsored by Vigo County History Center
9 – 9:45 AM: Live Question & Answer Session
- Speakers: Heather Presley-Cowen & Ryan Keller
10 – NOON: Housing Tours (Bus)
- 4-5 Housing Developments ranging from in-fill to townhouses to senior housing to single family. Information provided about each development to be included.
Heather Presley-Cowen
Imagine a community where each resident has a roof over their heads and an opportunity to own their homes. This vision drives Heather Presley-Cowen, a housing solution innovator passionate about turning housing challenges into breakthroughs. Heather believes in a unique solution that doesn’t just disrupt, but enhances and harmonizes existing local housing systems. She unites banks, builders, developers, and realtors, then harnesses the power of local government and community leaders like you, to create truly sustainable housing solutions.
Her flagship initiative, the Housing Resource Hub, is a testament to this commitment. Developed in association with a government-focused 501c3 nonprofit, the Hub is more than a concept – it’s a successful real-world prototype of an integrated housing system, designed to rejuvenate housing markets in communities like yours across the country.
Heather’s passion for transforming the housing crisis doesn’t stop there. Enter Club 720, a potent Software as a Service (SaaS) platform. This isn’t just a tool for resource accessibility; it’s a system designed to expand access to credit for all members of your community. Club 720 helps local governments, banks, credit unions, nonprofits, and employers work together to build community wealth by expanding homeownership opportunities and simplifying access to credit. It monitors key community indicators like homeownership rates, credit scores, and net worth among local workforce members, driving improvement and innovation in your housing solutions.
With Heather Presley-Cowen, your community can leverage the power of collaboration and cutting-edge technology to address the housing crisis. Together, you’ll not only reshape your housing system but create a vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive community where everyone has access to safe, affordable and desirable housing. If you’re a local government or community leader dedicated to making a difference, Heather Presley-Cowen is ready to partner with you. Let’s reimagine your community’s housing future, together.
Heather Presley-Cowen – Chief Executive Officer – Club 720® | LinkedIn
Presenters
Kyle Benedict
Flat Branch Home Loans
Justin Campbell
Fairway Mortgage
Ryan Chasey
Housing Resource Hub
Mark Clinkenbeard
Vigo County Commissioner
Josh Cox
Indiana American Water
Brad Emmert
The Emmert Group
Jon Ford
Indiana Office of
Energy Development
Julie Hart
Thrive West Central
Jacob Ihrie
Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership
Ryan Keller
Thrive West Central
Brandon Sakbun
Mayor of Terre Haute
Christopher Shober
Thrive West Central
Misty Todd
Housing Resource Hub
Ryan Twiss
Mission: B.U.I.L.D.
Alexandra Wise
Club 720 Solutions LLC
Registration
Register
Early bird registration is $149 through August 17, 2025. Afterward, registration is $199 for the two-day event.
*If cost is an issue for an attendee, please reach out to jhart@thrivewestcentral.com for assistance through our scholarship fund.
Parking
Main Event Parking (Thursday – Friday)
A parking garage for the Terre Haute Convention Center is located behind the building at 811 Cherry St., Terre Haute, IN, 47807. There are 450 parking spaces with 17 ADA-compliant parking stalls and elevator access. It is a $1 per hour fee.
Altitude Bar at the Terre Haute Casino Resort (Thursday evening)
Parking for the evening events at the Terre Haute Casino Resort is free. Hotels also have a free shuttle there and back for guests.
Please note: Hotel rooms need to be booked by August 11 for the group rate.
Welcome to TerrEdise!
Explore our beautiful city and community while you’re here! Terre Haute is a unique blend of history, culture and modern growth. Known as the heart of the Wabash Valley, Terre Haute offers a vibrant and historic downtown, nationally recognized facilities, and four higher education institutions. With new developments and a growing tourism scene, the city is the perfect location for events and an ideal gateway to the Midwest.
Find more to do here: See You In Terre Haute
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