activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 6
- Administer awards recognizing contributions to land economics Architecture and Engineering Design AwardsPresents annual awards honoring achievements in land economics across categories including education, public service, journalism, urban development, and organizational leadership. Awards are given during the annual Land Economics Weekend and include the International Member of the Year, Public Official/Urban Affairs, Journalism/Author, Richard T. Ely Educator, International Skyline, and International Fellow awards.
- Administers awards recognizing contributions to land economics Industry Excellence AwardsPresents annual awards honoring achievements in land economics, including the International Member of the Year, Public Official/Urban Affairs, Journalism/Author, Richard T. Ely Distinguished Educator, International Skyline, and International Fellow awards, typically during the Land Economics Weekend.
- Host educational and professional programs on land economics and related industries Industry Conference & Networking EventsOrganizes regular virtual and in-person events, including interactive overviews of major land developments, industry updates in sectors like semiconductors and biotech, and regional programs on architecture, planning, and real estate development. These programs are conducted by local chapters and regional networks for members and communities.
- Hosts educational and professional programs on land economics and regional development Industry Conference & Networking EventsOrganizes events, tours, and presentations for members and communities covering topics such as land use, semiconductor and MedTech industries in Phoenix, and regional history, architecture, planning, and real estate development. These include virtual programs, local chapter events, and regional tours like the LAI SemiQ East Coast Tour.
- Hosts educational and professional programs on land economics and related industries Industry Conference & Networking EventsOrganizes regular events, tours, and virtual programs for members and communities focusing on land economics, semiconductor and MedTech/biotech industries in Phoenix, and regional topics such as architecture, planning, and real estate development. These include the annual Land Economics Gathering and the SemiQ East Coast Tour.
- Presents awards recognizing contributions to land economics Industry Excellence AwardsConfers annual awards including International Member of the Year, Public Official/Urban Affairs, Journalism/Author, Richard T. Ely Distinguished Educator, International Skyline, and International Fellow during the Land Economics Weekend to honor achievements in practice, research, education, and public service related to land economics.
research · 3
- Conduct and fund research in land economics Land Economics Research & DisseminationSupports research, case studies, and publications that apply land economics to real-world challenges. Since 1965, the organization has funded projects, including book-length works, and disseminated findings to real estate associations and educational institutions.
- Conducts and funds research in land economics Land Economics Research & DisseminationSupports research, case studies, and publications that apply land economics to human problems, with findings disseminated to real estate associations and educational institutions since 1965.
- Conducts and funds research in land economics Land Economics Research & DisseminationSupports research, case studies, and publications in land economics, including funding book projects and disseminating findings to real estate associations and educational institutions since 1965.
capacity building · 3
- Provides capacity-building support to local chapters Chapter Development & SupportOffers ongoing chapter support and grants to local chapters to sustain their operations and programming.
- Provides chapter support and funding through grants Chapter Development & SupportOffers ongoing support and financial grants to local chapters to assist in their operations and programming, strengthening regional capacity within the organization.
- Support local chapter capacity through grants and resources Chapter Development & SupportProvides ongoing support and grant funding to local chapters to enable their programming and operational activities, strengthening the organization’s regional presence and program delivery.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Curated Membership for Expertise and Values Alignment invitation-only vettingThe organization maintains an invitation-only membership model with a vetting process to ensure members possess professional expertise, accomplishments, and shared values, thereby fostering a high-caliber and aligned community.
- Decentralized Engagement and Collaboration through Chapter Networks and Committees member engagementThe organization fosters member engagement, idea exchange, and contributions by utilizing committees and supporting a global network of local chapters, facilitating relationships and collaborative identification of issues through partnerships and leadership roundtables.
- Experiential Learning and Knowledge Exchange through Professional Gatherings experiential professional gatheringsThe organization facilitates professional development and insight generation by hosting international gatherings that offer behind-the-scenes access to urban planning and development operations, alongside opportunities for networking, discussion, and knowledge sharing among members and experts.
- Experiential professional gatherings with behind-the-scenes access experiential professional gatheringsThe organization hosts annual international gatherings that offer members immersive, behind-the-scenes access to urban planning and development operations, fostering deep professional learning and insight.
- Experiential professional gatherings with behind-the-scenes access experiential professional gatheringsThe organization hosts annual international gatherings designed as immersive, experiential events that provide members with behind-the-scenes access to urban planning and development operations, enabling deep learning and engagement with real-world practices.
- Grantmaking and research investment to advance land economics grantmakingLAMBDA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL supports the advancement of land economics through targeted grantmaking and a dedicated research and education investment fund, promoting scholarly study, real estate research collaborations, and the application of principles to policy and practice.
- Grantmaking and research investment to advance land economics grantmakingLAMBDA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL supports the application and expansion of land economics through grantmaking and a dedicated research and education investment fund, including collaborations on real estate research projects.
- Invitation-only vetting based on expertise and values invitation-only vettingLAMBDA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL uses an invitation-only membership model with a vetting process that selects members based on professional expertise, accomplishments, and alignment with core values, ensuring a high-caliber, mission-aligned network.
- Invitation-only vetting based on expertise and values invitation-only vettingLAMBDA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL uses an exclusive membership model that admits professionals only by invitation, following a vetting process that evaluates their expertise, accomplishments, and alignment with the organization's values to maintain a high-caliber, mission-aligned network.
- Knowledge sharing and education through thematic programming education_and_discussionLAMBDA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL advances land economics by organizing educational events and discussions focused on key themes such as transit-oriented development, housing equity, climate resilience, and resource stewardship, facilitating the exchange of best practices and expert insights among professionals.
- Knowledge sharing through expert access and thematic education knowledge_sharingThe organization advances land economics by connecting members with experts and facilitating education and discussion on key themes such as transit-oriented development, housing equity, climate resilience, and resource stewardship.
- Member engagement through committees and chapter collaboration member engagementThe organization fosters sustained member involvement by leveraging committees and supporting a global chapter network, enabling members to exchange ideas, contribute to the society’s mission, and engage in leadership through presidents' roundtables and local partnerships.
- Member engagement through committees and chapter collaboration member engagementLAMBDA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL activates member participation via committees and by partnering with local chapters to identify regional issues and strengthen global relationships, including through presidents' roundtables.
- Strategic Investment in Research and Education for Land Economics Advancement grantmakingThe organization advances the application and understanding of land economics by providing grants and administering a research and education investment fund to support studies, expand knowledge of its principles, and facilitate its application to public policy and private endeavors, often through collaborations with other non-profit entities.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Annual International Land Economics Gatherings (LEW)
Annual international events providing networking opportunities and "back-stage VIP access" to the workings of a host city, focusing on land economics themes.
Chapter Services Committee
Encourages engagement and relationships between chapters, identifies and elevates local chapter issues, conducts presidents' roundtables, and provides chapter support and grants.
LAI Awards
Awards program recognizing members and non-members for exemplary contributions to land economics, urban affairs, journalism, education, and projects.
LAI SemiQ East Coast Tour: Land Use & History (1776-2026)
A series of programs and tours hosted by East Region Chapters focusing on the history of architecture, planning, real estate development, and economic drivers in their regions.
Land Economics Foundation (LEF) Grants
Provides grants for research, case studies, and community efforts that advance the application of land economics to human problems.
Local Chapter Meetings
Regular professional programs for members and communities to network, discuss issues, and gain insights into land economics.
relationships · 6
who they work with
- Boston Indicators/Boston Foundation Partner — Amy Dain, a Senior Fellow from Boston Indicators/Boston Foundation, was a guest speaker at an event.
- Greater Phoenix Economic Council Partner — Hosted an event and provided an update on industry ecosystems.
- Lambda Alpha International (LAI) Partner — The Land Economics Foundation (LEF) was established by LAI and works towards mutual goals.
- McCarter & English Law Firm Partner — Hosted an event at their office building.
- Stewart Funder — Sponsored an event.
- Tejon Ranch Partner — Featured in a virtual program where its President and CEO presented an overview of the ranch.