Discover emerging trends, success stories, and valuable resources from industry experts and thought leaders at this premier event that celebrates and supports regional redevelopment!
This event will feature an inside look at upcoming redevelopment projects from around the region, insight into trends affecting the industry, networking and best practices from successful redevelopment projects and the presentation of the annual Metro Atlanta Redevelopment Summit awards.
2026 Finalists
Project of the Year - Small
- Azalea Fresh Market in the City of Atlanta
- Belt Buckle in the City of Sugar Hill
- Hands of Christ in the City of Duluth
- Sage 5430 in the City of Norcross
- The District Dine at Mall Corners in the Gwinnett Place CID
- The Front Porch on Auburn Avenue in the City of Atlanta
- The Lawrence Hotel in the City of Lawrenceville
Project of the Year - Medium
- Crest Point Village in the City of Peachtree Corners
- Lyric Sugar Hill in the City of Sugar Hill
- Roosevelt Hall in the City of Atlanta
- Southern Post in the City of Roswell, Georgia
- Tucker Town Green in the City of Tucker
Project of the Year - Large
- Avenue East Cobb in the City of Marietta
- The Arena at Southlake in the City of Jonesboro
- Constellation Park in the Sugarloaf CID
- Doraville City Center in the City of Doraville, Georgia
- Fort Gillem in the City of Forest Park
- Kennesaw Depot Park & Piedmont Bank Amphitheater in the City of Kennesaw
Redevelopment Champion of the Year
- Ann Hanlon, Perimeter CID
- Brian McGowan, Centennial Yards
- Dr. Eloisa Klemetich, Invest Atlanta
- Jon Birdsong, SoDo Atlanta
Celebrating Excellence in Redevelopment
The MARS Awards honor transformative projects and individuals contributing to the growth and revitalization of Metro Atlanta. Categories include:
- Small Redevelopment Project of the Year
- Medium Redevelopment Project of the Year
- Large Redevelopment Project of the Year
- Redevelopment Champion of the Year
Why Attend MARS 2026?
- Exclusive insights into upcoming urban redevelopment projects across Metro Atlanta.
- Networking opportunities with professionals in real estate, urban planning, and economic development.
- Panel discussions on adaptive reuse, urban revitalization, and community improvement strategies.
- Presentation of the annual MARS Awards, recognizing excellence in redevelopment initiatives.
For a recap of the 2025 MARS Summit and award winners, including Paul Radford honored as Redevelopment Champion of the Year, visit our 2025 MARS Summit News Release.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Sponsor
- Opportunity to deliver one (1) minute opening remarks
- Logo inclusion with hyperlink to company website on event page
- Company name and logo included with highest prominence on all event signage and promotional materials
- Opportunity to distribute collateral and/or promotional material to all attendees
- Tabling opportunity to reach attendees
- Sponsorship recognition during the event
- One (1) complimentary table for the event or ten (10) tickets
Keynote Sponsor
- Opportunity to deliver one (1) minute remarks introducing keynote speaker
- Logo inclusion with hyperlink to company website on event page
- Inclusion on select event signage and promotional materials
- Opportunity to distribute collateral and/or promotional material to all attendees
- Tabling opportunity to reach attendees
- Sponsorship recognition during the event
- Five (5) event tickets
Award Sponsor
- Opportunity to deliver one (1) minute remarks to kick off the awards ceremony
- Logo inclusion with hyperlink to company website on event page
- Inclusion on select event signage and promotional materials
- Opportunity to distribute collateral and/or promotional material to all attendees
- Tabling opportunity to reach attendees
- Sponsorship recognition during the event
- Five (5) event tickets
Elite Sponsor
- Logo inclusion with hyperlink to company website on event page
- Inclusion on select event signage and promotional materials
- Opportunity to distribute collateral and/or promotional material to all attendees
- Tabling opportunity to reach attendees
- Sponsorship recognition during the event
- Three (3) event tickets
Supporting Sponsor
- Logo inclusion with hyperlink to company website on event page
- Inclusion on select event signage and promotional materials
- Opportunity to distribute collateral and/or promotional material to all attendees
- Sponsorship recognition during the event
- Two (2) event tickets
Core Sponsor
- Logo inclusion with hyperlink to company website on event page
- Inclusion on select event signage and promotional materials
- Sponsorship recognition during the event
- One (1) event ticket
2026 Sponsors
The Metro Atlanta Redevelopment Summit is a wonderful event celebrating redevelopment around our region. The summit brings together people who are passionate about redevelopment – from elected officials to planning and development board members – to learn and grow our community and help create a unique sense of place for our residents.
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Contact
Ailyn Mateo-Suero
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