Calling all powerhouse women in real estate.
Whether you manage buildings, close deals, juggle tenants, or are just getting your start—this is for you.

Chicago’s housing laws are shifting—fast. If you own rental property, staying on top of the changes isn’t optional. It’s survival.

Join WHIP for a high-impact lunch session featuring Judy Frydland, former Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Buildings—now a powerhouse attorney helping owners and investors navigate the city’s maze of building codes, permits, and compliance traps. From backyard units to bureaucratic black holes, she’s seen it all—and knows how to keep you out of trouble.

We’ll also hear from Ari Rakic of Westward360, one of the fastest-growing property management firms in the city. She’ll share what it’s like being a woman in charge in a fast-paced market—and how she keeps her cool while scaling big.

We’re diving into:

• Granny flats and ADUs: what the new ordinances actually let you do
• Key changes to the RLTO, permitting, and enforcement
• A rundown of Matt Martin’s latest push to ban “junk fees” (yes, that includes move-in, admin, and utility fees)
• And the chaos around the Northwest Side Preservation Ordinance “Block 606 Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Pilot Program” —where two aldermen want out of the very law others are calling the future of housing equity

Plus: A lineup of other legal and industry pros will be in the room to break it all down and answer your toughest questions.

Light bites and drinks included.
Parking is easy—there’s a paid lot across the street and street parking available