Ari Rakic CRE

Make meaningful connections this summer!

Westward360 is proud to support the NBOA 14th Annual Summer Soiree—Chicagoland's premier real estate networking event.

Join more than 800 neighborhood housing providers, property managers, owners, and industry professionals for an evening of networking, great food, drinks, and live entertainment, all while supporting quality housing initiatives across the region.

📅 Thursday, August 6, 2026
🕠 5:30 – 9:30 PM
📍 Artifact Events, Chicago

We look forward to connecting with fellow industry professionals!

Learn more or purchase tickets: https://nboachicago.com/soiree2026/

Good food, great company, and even better community.

We’re firing up the grill on June 11th and you’re invited! Whether you’re looking to network with local pros or just enjoy some top-tier BBQ, we’d love to see you there.

📍 Where: 1464 W Webster Ave, Chicago
⏰ When: June 11 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

RSVP here: https://westward360.com/events/community-bbq/
or scan the QR code in the image!

We’re bringing together great people, real insights, and actionable advice at She Builds Wealth. Whether you're buying your first property or scaling your portfolio, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Come for the knowledge, stay for the tacos (and connections).

Westward360's Ari Rakic will be moderating April's Rogers Park Builders Group's workshop: The Impact Of Fraud On Neighborhood Multifamily.

Tuesday, April 28
5:30-8:00pm

With the advent of AI and other technologies, the multifamily industry is confronting an increasing number of fraud types, leading to significant implications and costs. This RPBG panel discussion will address three specific areas of concern:

POSTAL: Learn how criminals use the postal system to commit fraud and discover strategies for ensuring safe and secure mail service in your mail rooms.

BANKING: As electronic banking becomes more common, understand the steps you should take to prevent being defrauded and the necessary checks and balances to implement.

RENTAL SCREENING: Discover how to protect your properties from fraud when screening prospective tenants.

Register here:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/uv3pmyd

From a four-unit in Lincoln Park to thousands of doors across Chicagoland.
Our CIO & Co-Founder, Nathan Brown, shares the story behind Westward360—and what today’s investors need to know about managing for long-term success.

▶️ Watch the full conversation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GJkPysNZeM

Join us for an empowering conversation focused on women breaking barriers in construction and real estate rehabbing. This session will highlight the opportunities, challenges, and strategies for success in a traditionally male-dominated industry.

From sourcing deals to managing renovations and building strong teams, we'll explore how women are creating wealth, transforming properties, and reshaping the future of real estate. Whether you're just getting started or actively investing, this discussion will provide insight, inspiration, and actionable takeaways.

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/she-invests-managing-contractors-and-renovations-tickets-1985729236601?aff=eemailordconf&ref=eemailordconf&utm_campaign=order_confirm&utm_medium=email&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_term=viewevent