68% of the world’s population will live in cities by 2050 . 1
As cities rapidly expand, the need for innovative, sustainable, and inclusive urban strategies has never been greater.
The CTBUH City Advocacy Forum is a transformative year-long initiative designed to address the pressing challenges of our time.
¹ Population Division of the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA)
Through a series of high-impact activities, events, and thought-provoking discussions, the CTBUH City Advocacy Forum will:
Tackle critical urban challenges: From density and urbanization to climate resilience, social equity, and housing, we identify and prioritize the key issues that define the future of global cities.
Curate leading-edge solutions: By gathering best practices and groundbreaking case studies, we empower cities with actionable insights and strategies to overcome their most significant challenges.
Build strategic alliances: The CTBUH City Advocacy Forum serves as a dynamic platform for collaboration, bringing together government leaders, policymakers, urban planners, private developers, and investors to exchange ideas, forge partnerships, and drive change.
The CTBUH City Advocacy Forum is a groundbreaking initiative, combining strategic workshops, public dialogues, and expert-driven outputs to shape the future of sustainable urban development. Initiatives include:
Moderated workshops: Exclusive sessions held at CTBUH regional and international conferences, where policymakers and developers collaborate to address key urban challenges with best-practice solutions.
Public panel discussions: High-profile discussions aligned with conference themes, offering an influential platform for exchanging ideas and driving thought leadership in urban growth.
Comprehensive work products: Development of the high density livability index, a city data dashboard, expert interviews, and publications in the CTBUH Journal, all designed to set new benchmarks for urban innovation and sustainability.
Position your company as a catalyst for transformative urban solutions.
Join us in this pivotal journey to create more resilient, equitable, and thriving urban environments for future generations.
• CTBUH program partnerships are exclusive, year-long relationships that position you as a leader in sustainable vertical urbanism, aligning your brand with industry innovation and best practices.
• Program partnerships offer significant brand visibility, a competitive edge, and the opportunity to make a meaningful social and environmental impact.
• By collaborating with CTBUH, you gain recognition for your commitment to shaping the future of global urban development while enhancing your corporate reputation.
Your opportunity to shape the future of urban living.
As a CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partner, your organization will be at the forefront of shaping the cities of tomorrow and at the heart of delivering pioneering solutions to the most pressing urban challenges.
You’ll gain unparalleled visibility among key decision-makers, access to a global network of influencers, and the opportunity to position your brand as a leader in urban innovation and sustainability.
To become a City Advocacy Forum Program Partner, contact CTBUH Business Development Director Jen Hall, jhall@ctbuh.org.
FOUNDING PARTNER
$75,000 Two (2) available
Benefits & opportunities of this year-long program partnership opportunity include:
• 4 seats on the CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partner committee
• Press release issued to global media and all CTBUH membership announcing your program partnership
• CTBUH will showcase a thought leadership piece produced by your company on the topic of density & urbanization
• Continuous recognition in conjunction with CTBUH City Advocacy Forum for the duration of your partnership
• Premier partner recognition on all CTBUH City Advocacy Forum work product
• Partner announcement social media posts across CTBUH channels
• CTBUH City Advocacy Forum program & partners display ad in CTBUH Journal
• Company logo with external link included in a prominent location on the CTBUH City Advocacy Forum webpage.
• 2025 CTBUH City Advocacy Forum principal partner web, social media, and email graphics provided for your company’s use and promotion of partnership
2025 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Exclusive CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership benefits: CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership recognition from chair at opening & closing plenaries and brand recognition as host of CTBUH City Advocacy Forum panel & workshop with branding on session rooms
Complimentary registrations: Four (4) core conference registrations, four (4) workshop registrations, and four (4) VIP invites to opening networking reception
Thought leadership opportunities: One (1) core conference presentation
Networking & deal-making: Invites for all sponsor employees attending conference to the sponsor appreciation reception, opportunity to host a sponsor networking event, complimentary exhibition booth with priority positioning, VIP table for 10 with priority positioning at awards dinner
2025
AMERICAS, EUROPE, AND ASIA REGIONAL CONFERENCES
Exclusive CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership benefits: CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership recognition from the chair at opening and closing plenaries; brand recognition as host of the CTBUH City Advocacy Forum panel and workshop with branding on session rooms
$50,000 Three (3) available
Benefits & opportunities of this year-long program partnership opportunity include:
• 3 seats on the CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partner committee
• Press release issued to global media and all CTBUH membership announcing your program partnership
• CTBUH will showcase a thought leadership piece produced by your company on the topic of density & urbanization
• Continuous recognition in conjunction with CTBUH City Advocacy Forum for the duration of your partnership
• Premier partner recognition on all CTBUH City Advocacy Forum work product
• Partner announcement social media posts across CTBUH channels
• CTBUH City Advocacy Forum program & partners display ad in CTBUH Journal
• Company logo with external link included in a prominent location on the CTBUH City Advocacy Forum webpage.
• 2025 CTBUH City Advocacy Forum principal partner web, social media, and email graphics provided for your company’s use and promotion of partnership
2025 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Exclusive CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership benefits: CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership recognition from chair at opening & closing plenaries and brand recognition as host of CTBUH City Advocacy Forum panel & workshop with branding on session rooms
Complimentary registrations: Three (3) core conference registrations, three (3) workshop registrations, and three (3) VIP invites to opening networking reception
Thought leadership opportunities: One (1) core conference presentation
Networking & deal-making: Invites for all sponsor employees attending conference to the sponsor appreciation reception and opportunity to host a sponsor networking event
2025 AMERICAS, EUROPE, AND ASIA REGIONAL CONFERENCES
Exclusive CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership benefits: CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership recognition from the chair at opening and closing plenaries; brand recognition as host of the CTBUH City Advocacy Forum panel and workshop with branding on session rooms
SUPPORTING PARTNER
$35,000 Three (3) available
Benefits & opportunities of this year-long program partnership opportunity include:
• 2 seats on the CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partner committee
• Press release issued to global media and all CTBUH membership announcing your program partnership
• CTBUH will showcase a thought leadership piece produced by your company on the topic of density & urbanization
• Continuous recognition in conjunction with CTBUH City Advocacy Forum for the duration of your partnership
• Premier partner recognition on all CTBUH City Advocacy Forum work product
• Partner announcement social media posts across CTBUH channels
• CTBUH City Advocacy Forum program & partners display ad in CTBUH Journal
• Company logo with external link included in a prominent location on the CTBUH City Advocacy Forum webpage.
• 2025 CTBUH City Advocacy Forum principal partner web, social media, and email graphics provided for your company’s use and promotion of partnership
2025 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Exclusive CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership benefits: CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership recognition from chair at opening & closing plenaries and brand recognition as host of CTBUH City Advocacy Forum panel & workshop with branding on session rooms
Complimentary registrations: Two (2) core conference registrations, two (2) workshop registrations, and two (2) VIP invites to opening networking reception
Thought leadership opportunities: One (1) core conference presentation
Networking & deal-making: Invites for all sponsor employees attending conference to the sponsor appreciation reception
2025 AMERICAS, EUROPE, AND ASIA REGIONAL CONFERENCES
Exclusive CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership benefits: CTBUH City Advocacy Forum Program Partnership recognition from the chair at opening and closing plenaries; brand recognition as host of the CTBUH City Advocacy Forum panel and workshop with branding on session rooms
Leadership in sustainability: Today’s business landscape demands more than just profitability—companies are expected to lead in sustainability and social impact. By becoming a CTBUH program partner, you position your company as a key player in the global movement towards sustainable vertical urbanism. This partnership signals to your stakeholders, clients, and the broader public that your company is committed to creating a better, more sustainable world.
Attracting and retaining top talent: The next generation of professionals is looking for more than just a paycheck—they want to work with companies that are making a meaningful impact on the world. By aligning with CTBUH, your company demonstrates a commitment to values that matter, fostering a workplace culture that attracts and retains top talent who are passionate about sustainability and innovation.
Long-term strategic value: A CTBUH program partnership is not a transactional, one-time sponsorship. It’s a long-term strategic collaboration that delivers ongoing value. This partnership enables your company to continuously influence the direction of urban development while reaping the benefits of CTBUH’s extensive global network and thought leadership.
CTBUH CITY ADVOCACY FORUM PROGRAM PARTNERSHIPS
Join us in this pivotal journey to create more resilient, equitable, and thriving urban environments for future generations.
Opportunities are limited— contact CTBUH Business Development Director Jen Hall, jhall@ctbuh.org, to secure your partnership.
