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Taidgh McClory

Empowering Audiences

to Advance Racial Equity in Real Estate

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Keynote Speaker

Roundtable Facilitator

Experienced Panelist

Empowering Teams

for Equitable Outcomes

Through compelling presentations, Taidgh provides strategies that empower your team to foster inclusivity, strengthen community ties, and lead the industry in equitable real estate practices.

Engaging Industry Leaders

with Actionable Insights

Through keynotes, roundtable discussions, or panel contributions, Taidgh provides actionable insights that motivate audiences to implement real change, leading to stronger, more equitable communities.

Educating for Career Success

and Lasting Impact

Through customized educational sessions, Taidgh empowers professionals of color with the tools they need to navigate career pathways. Participants will leave with the confidence to create lasting change.

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“Taidgh’s facilitation of our roundtable on growing and sustaining a pipeline of multifamily developers of color was the best. He expertly guided the discussion, getting us to dig deeper into the private-sector challenges and opportunities at the local, regional, and national levels.

Taidgh’s understanding of the complexities involved, combined with his ability to foster true dialogue, helped us develop strategies that we can implement across our networks. His leadership during the session made all the difference, and we are eager to see the long-term impact of this critical work.”

– Dr. Brett Theodos
Senior Fellow and Director of the Community Economic Development Hub, Urban Institute

Taidgh McClory is a dynamic and engaging speaker who brings his deep knowledge of issues in real estate development to life with clarity and passion. It has been a pleasure collaborating with him on the publishing and sharing of the seminal ULI report 10Principles for Embedding Racial Equity in Real Estate Development. His ability to articulate the importance of racial equity in real estate has made a significant impact on our audience and ULI stakeholders.

We’ve already seen an increase in awareness and progress towards action among our ULI leaders and member-firms, thanks to his powerful message.

– Rachel MacCleery
Co-Executive Director, ULI Randall Lewis Center for Sustainability in Real Estate

    Speaking Services

    Keynote Speaking

    Delivering impactful and thought-provoking keynotes, Taidgh McClory brings a wealth of experience and deep passion for advancing racial equity in real estate. His presentations inspire and challenge audiences to rethink traditional approaches and embrace strategies that foster equitable outcomes in commercial real estate developments.

    Expert Panels

    As an experienced panelist, Taidgh brings a unique perspective to discussions on racial equity in real estate. His contributions are informed by his extensive work in the field, offering actionable insights and driving meaningful dialogue that pushes the industry toward more equitable practices.

    Roundtable Facilitation

    Taidgh excels in guiding meaningful discussions that bring together diverse voices. As a skilled roundtable facilitator, he creates an environment where participants feel empowered to share insights and collaborate on actionable solutions to complex challenges in the real estate industry, particularly around diversity, equity and inclusion.

    Educational Workshops

    With a commitment to fostering the next generation of real estate leaders, Taidgh offers educational workshops designed to equip young professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate career pathways. His approach is hands-on and tailored to empower individuals to create lasting change in their communities.
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    I believe that real estate has the power to transform lives in equitable ways.

    Over the last 20+ years working in the commercial real estate industry, Taidgh McClory has seen the struggle to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion into operating models.

    Taidgh helps educate, empower, and inspire audiences to embed racial equity strategies and generate better social and financial outcomes for the companies and communities they build.

    He has delivered impactful keynotes to national audiences, addressing the opportunities and challenges of embedding racial equity in real estate development.

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    Here’s how it works

    Meet with Taidgh

    Begin your journey towards booking an impactful event by scheduling a call to discuss your organization’s needs and explore how Taidgh’s expertise can align with your vision.

    Determine Goals

    Together, we’ll define the objectives for your event, ensuring that the content is tailored to resonate with your audience.

    Empower Your Audience

    On the day of the event, Taidgh will deliver a powerful and engaging presentation that equips your audience with the knowledge and inspiration to drive change.
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    Featured Keynotes & Presentations

    Additional talks are available upon request.
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    The 10 Principles Keynote

    Through a collaboration with the Urban Land Institute, Taidgh McClory has delivered impactful keynotes to national audiences based on the 10 Principles for Embedding Racial Equity in Real Estate Development.
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    By showcasing principles and practices implemented across the U.S., Taidgh empowers audiences to center strategic thinking and decision-making on the profound impact that real estate and land use have on communities. His keynotes emphasize that while real estate is fundamentally about place, it is first and foremost about people.
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    Equitable Development Strategies:
    Reframing Our Perspective

    This keynote challenges audiences to rethink the systems that have shaped the current landscape and to embrace equity as a central tenet of real estate development.
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    Taidgh McClory invites audiences to challenge their deeply held beliefs and reframe their understanding of economic equity in real estate development. Through personal stories and thought-provoking questions, Taidgh examines the real-world implications of systemic disparities that persist in our communities. 

    Taidgh presents a compelling argument that embedding racial equity into business models is not just a social imperative but a business one. Drawing on frameworks like the Diversity-Belonging-Inclusion-Equity (DBIE) spectrum, he illustrates how real estate leaders can move from compliance to transformational change, making equity a core focus in their operations. By exploring the “HOW” questions that leaders face—such as diversifying teams, implementing inclusive procurement processes, and attracting diverse sources of capital—Taidgh provides actionable strategies to co-create a future that drives more equitable and racially just outcomes.

    Through collaborative efforts and intentional progress, Taidgh encourages leaders to unlock the potential to generate better social and financial outcomes for their teams, companies, and the communities they serve.

    Neighborhood Investments:
    Aligning Capital and Community through Ownership

    In this keynote, Taidgh McClory delves into the complex dynamics of capital flows within neighborhoods, addressing the challenges posed by both underinvestment and overwhelming capital influx.
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    He emphasizes the need for balanced, community-centered approaches to ensure equitable and sustainable development. Introducing the concept of Neighborhood REITs as a market-oriented solution to bridge the gap between institutional investors and local residents, fostering inclusive growth and addressing the racial wealth gap.

    This keynote offers actionable insights for aligning capital with community needs, leading to more impactful and lasting neighborhood investments.

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    Empower Your Audience to Become Racial Equity Champions

    Now is the time to inspire lasting change. Through Taidgh McClory’s powerful keynote presentations, your audience will gain the insights and tools needed to champion racial equity in their work. Equip your team to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact in the communities they serve.