PRESIDENT ' S DESK
OUR NEW , REIMAGINED MAGAZINE
DAVID SCHNITZER , CCIM
2023 Global President
Welcome to the first issue of our reimagined magazine , Commercial Connections . As you can tell , The CCIM Institute ’ s brand is evolving . Evolving but still completely committed to our core purpose : elevating our members to the highest levels of success in commercial real estate .
In our business , it ’ s crucial to stand out and let our colleagues and clients know who we are , what we offer , and why we are the only choice to enhance the value of their assets . You can read more about our branding initiative in our cover story , but here are just a few highlights .
The updated look and feel of The CCIM Institute is intended to keep us all engaged — from the market data and insights you ’ ll find on Site To Do Business , to the articles you ’ ll find in Commercial Connections magazine about trends , technology , and more . Innovation is the lifeblood of commercial real estate , and we ’ re determined to keep our members on the leading edge .
We ’ re invigorated , connecting our members , not just locally and regionally , but to our global network of elite deal makers . Most of all , we ’ re committed in delivering to commercial real estate professionals the tools needed to make those deals — and not just survive in this market but thrive . We promise to partner with you to deliver dynamic , meaningful member benefits that empower you and your business . In our more than 56 years of operation , The CCIM Institute has seen plenty of change . I ’ ve seen it during my time as a member , just as I see it today as your President . The markets change . The cycles move . And CCIMs advance with the times .
In the opportunities I have to meet Designees , candidates , and commercial real estate practitioners all over the globe , I can see firsthand how CCIMs truly are a force in commercial real estate . Our 59 chapters and our other members worldwide are shaping the future of our industry . Our 13,500-plus members lead the way in earnings , deals , expertise , and success . With our Pin , we continually show the world what it means to set the standard for excellence in our profession — one deal at a time .
I am so proud to be a CCIM , and I am so excited to work with you to move The CCIM Institute forward . But most of all , I ’ m honored that we are doing it together . ■
Commercial Connections , the official publication of The CCIM Institute , reports on member news , insights , market trends and analysis , developments in the field , and successful business strategies .
Commercial Connections Staff Editor , Gina Florzak , gflorzak @ ccim . com Vice President of Sales , Marketing , and Communications , Danny Lysouvakon , dlysouvakon @ ccim . com Director of Business Development , Jenna Hille , jhille @ ccim . com Marketing Manager , Julia Dunford , jdunford @ ccim . com Marketing Specialist , Jennifer DeRosier , jderosier @ ccim . com Marketing Coordinator , Kaitlyn Carter , kcarter @ ccim . com
Design Consultant : Mekanic
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Commercial Connections ( ISSN request pending ) is published quarterly by The CCIM Institute of the National Association of REALTORS ®, 430 N . Michigan Avenue , Chicago , IL 60611-4084 . Periodicals postage paid at Chicago , IL , and additional mailing offices . The opinions expressed in signed articles and materials appearing in Commercial Connections , including specific references to products and services , are those of the authors and not necessarily those of Commercial Connections , The CCIM Institute , or the National Association of REALTORS ®.
© 2023 by The CCIM Institute . All rights reserved .
The CCIM Institute , an affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS ®, confers the CCIM Designation to commercial real estate professionals who have extensive training and industry experience and complete a rigorous study program .
Executive Officers President , David Schnitzer , CCIM , Addison , Texas President-Elect , D ' Etta Casto-DeLeon , CCIM , Houston First Vice President , Steve Rich , CCIM , Charlotte , N . C Treasurer , Charlie Mack , CCIM , Las Vegas Treasurer-Elect , Jim Tansey , CCIM , Davenport , IA Executive Vice President & CEO , Paul Rumler , Chicago
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