Curt R. Bailey is President of Related Midwest, leading a team of talented construction, architectural, planning and design, development and professional services experts who are setting an industry model for community-oriented investment that seeks to maximize public benefits. With more than 25 years of senior real estate experience, Bailey is responsible for a multibillion-dollar portfolio of residential, mixed-use and master-planned properties, including iconic projects like One Bennett Park, The Row Fulton Market and 400 Lake Shore. Bailey was instrumental in the passage of Affordable Illinois, legislation that increases the amount of affordable housing by incentivizing developers to set aside 20% of new units for low-income residents.
Under Bailey’s leadership, Related Midwest is heading a transformational development at The 78, encompassing 62 acres in the heart of downtown Chicago to create Chicago’s next great neighborhood. Bailey is also spearheading 8080 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, a 400-acre redevelopment master plan that will house the Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park (IQMP), anchored by what will be one of the largest quantum computing facilities in the world, and a new Advocate Health Care hospital.
Related Midwest is deeply committed to improving neighborhoods, creating sustainable opportunities for small businesses and community residents, and building inspirational places and homes for all.
Bailey, named one of Crain’s Chicago Business’ 25 Most Influential Leaders, is a member of the Economic Club of Chicago, Civic Committee and Commercial Club of Chicago. He also serves on the boards of After School Matters, World Business Chicago, Start Early and Intersect Illinois.
