Chip and Sip with CREW West Michigan
Jun
5
5:30 PM17:30

Chip and Sip with CREW West Michigan

Are you looking to work on your golf game prior to the upcoming season? Are you a beginner golfer and want to know more about the game? Are you an advanced golfer and just looking for some pointers on your Drives, Chips, and Puts? Do you have a great golf outfit and want to also “Play the part”? This event is for you! Join Us for a fun evening of instruction and networking with members for CREW West Michigan. Registration is limited to 30 people, so register today!

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East Meets West Luncheon & State Capitol Tour
Apr
24
10:45 AM10:45

East Meets West Luncheon & State Capitol Tour

 

Join CREW Detroit and CREW West Michigan industry leaders for an exciting lunch and networking program in Lansing. The event begins with a presentation by Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation who will present Michigan's Economic Strategy. Following will be a brief overview of the Michigan State Capitol’s recently completed Heritage Hall Visitor Center by The Christman Company’s Chad Clark, Vice President. Tours of the State Capitol will follow.

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3rd ANNUAL HEART OF THE CITY - A COCKTAIL AFFAIR
Feb
22
6:00 PM18:00

3rd ANNUAL HEART OF THE CITY - A COCKTAIL AFFAIR

Join us for an enchanting evening of cocktails, conversations, and philanthropy at the City Flats Hotel Ballroom on February 22nd, 2024. Elevate your social experience while contributing to two remarkable causes—the CREW Network Foundation and Corewell Health's Cardiology Center.

✨ Event Highlights: ✨

🥂 Cocktail Elegance: Indulge in a sophisticated selection of handcrafted cocktails and premium beverages expertly curated to tantalize your taste buds.

🍴 Gourmet Delights: Savor delectable bites and culinary masterpieces, carefully prepared to complement the evening's refined atmosphere.

🌟 Silent Auction, Wine Pull, 50/50 Raffle, Photo Booth

🏆 Fundraising for a Cause: A portion of the proceeds will benefit the CREW Network Foundation, empowering women in commercial real estate, and Corewell Health's Cardiology Center, dedicated to advancing heart health.

👗 Dress Code: Pop of Red, Pop of Glam

Let's come together, raise our glasses, and make a meaningful impact on the health and empowerment of our community. Your presence will not only add sparkle to the evening but also contribute to a good cause.

Thank you for supporting the CREW Network Foundation and Corewell Health's Cardiology Center. Let's make this night a celebration of heart, health, and generosity!

Sponsorship Opportunities are Available! Email us for more info HERE.

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2024 ECONOMIC FORECAST LUNCHEON
Jan
18
11:15 AM11:15

2024 ECONOMIC FORECAST LUNCHEON

Join us for the much-anticipated 2024 Economic Forecast Luncheon! Speaker, Dr Paul Isely, Dean of Undergraduate Studies, Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University, will be sharing insights into the market for 2024. This is one of West Michigan’s CRE Industry’s most attended event. Do not miss out! Register today.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!

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ADVICE FROM OUR EXPERTS
Nov
14
8:00 AM08:00

ADVICE FROM OUR EXPERTS

  • Rockford Construction (The ROCK) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

START YOUR MORNING OFF WITH SOME NETWORKING AND A PANEL DISCUSSION WITH SOME OF CREW WEST MICHIGAN’S NOTABLE MEMEMBERS. THE DISCUSSION WILL DIVE INTO LESSONS LEARNED AND ADVICE THEY HAVE FOR MEMBERS OF THE COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY. THIS IS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO CONNECT WITH OUR MEMBERSHIP!

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Learn to COMMUNICATE WITH IMPACT
Oct
25
11:30 AM11:30

Learn to COMMUNICATE WITH IMPACT

Premier organizations need communicators at all levels who can influence others. Learn how to be an engaging, energizing, and activating communicator who communicates with impact.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Jennifer Maxson is a passionate thought leader in the areas of leadership development, team and individual coaching, communication, networking, and public speaking. She is a Certified Professional and Team Coach, an Everything DiSC® Certified Facilitator, and an Accredited Facilitator for The Five Behaviors®. She provides consulting services and customized programs to clients throughout the United States and abroad.

Jennifer was named the 2018 ATHENA Award Recipient and in the past has been honored as one of Grand Rapids Business Journal’s 50 Most Influential Women in West Michigan. She is a proud GVSU Alumna and a Laker for a Lifetime. When she’s not coaching, Jennifer enjoys the outdoors and fishing with her family.


DO NOT MISS THIS EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY! REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 45 PEOPLE AND CLOSES ON OCTOBER 19TH. LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED.

MEMBER PRICING - $50 NON-MEMBER PRICING - $75


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Happy Hour and Tour of the Women's Resource Center
Oct
18
4:00 PM16:00

Happy Hour and Tour of the Women's Resource Center

The Women’s Resource Center is committed to addressing issues faced by women in the workforce. This drives their programming and inspires the mission of helping women secure stable, well-paying employment and achieve financial independence.

JOIN CREW WEST MICHIGAN FOR A HAPPY HOUR AND TOUR OF THE NEW l LOCATION OF THE WOMENS RESOURCE CENTER. WE WILL BE COLLECTING NEEDED ITEMS TO SUPPORT THEIR MISSION. BELOW ARE A FEW ITEMS THEY ARE IN NEED OF.


Event Pricing is $10 Members & $20 Non-Members

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BUILT BY WOMEN:  An Industry Event
Oct
12
4:30 PM16:30

BUILT BY WOMEN: An Industry Event

Please Join Us!

 

Last year, you joined us for the inspiring and empowering inaugural Built by Women event, and we couldn't be more grateful for your support. Thanks to attendees like you, last year's event was bigger and better than we ever imagined. This year's event is just around the corner, and we'd love to have you join us once again! 

 

We are delighted to announce that our keynote speaker for the event will be Rita Brown, one of Crain's Notable Women in Construction in 2022. Rita is a renowned leader with extensive experience in various roles, including:

  • Construction consulting company owner

  • State of Michigan Transportation Commissioner

  • National Organization for Women (NOW) State of Michigan President

  • Founding member of North American Professionals in Building and Infrastructure

  • National Director for Project Accelerate

Rita's unique passion for giving back to the industry, combined with her motivational and heartwarming insights, promises to make this event truly special. 

 

During the evening, you can expect to:

  • Connect with other women professionals in the design and construction industry

  • Learn from Rita Brown's career and industry insights

  • Collaborate with like-minded individuals and expand your network

To secure your spot at this event, please REGISTER HERE

 

We encourage you to invite your friends, colleagues, and anyone who might benefit from this enriching experience. 

 

We can't wait to see you there and make this year's Built by Women event another unforgettable experience! 

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2023 CREW Network Convention | Atlanta, Georgia
Sep
20
to Sep 22

2023 CREW Network Convention | Atlanta, Georgia

The CREW Network Convention brings together more than 1,300 commercial real estate leaders annually for deal making, business networking, industry education and leadership development. If you are looking to expand your business network and learn about the latest trends, technologies and innovative projects in our industry, this event is for you.

The convention agenda and registration will be available in June 2023

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Maintaining A Safe Workplace Luncheon
Aug
29
11:30 AM11:30

Maintaining A Safe Workplace Luncheon

This course is designed for those who have a shared responsibility in maintaining a safe workplace. We will help to prepare attendees to meet the challenge of preventing workplace violence which can cause injury, damage moral, create expenses and hurt your organization’s reputation. In this course, we cover the following origins of workplace violence, recognizing and identifying behaviors of concern, tips on de-escalation, protocols and response options.

Member Pricing $35

Non-Member Pricing $45

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"Meet the Chapter" Breakfast
Jul
25
8:00 AM08:00

"Meet the Chapter" Breakfast

Join us for a networking breakfast to highlight our 13 new members of CREW West Michigan and learn more about opportunities to get involved with committees within our chapter to continue to support uplifting women in the fields of commercial real estate in our community.

This is a member only event and an opportunity to network with other chapter members.

A special thank you to our event sponsor, Sun Title! Learn More about our Sponsor

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SUMMER SOCIAL
Jun
20
5:00 PM17:00

SUMMER SOCIAL

Join fellow CREW Members for an evening of networking on the newly renovated patio at Progressive AE. Bring a guest for a chance to win a gift basket!

REGISTER HERE

*Members will have a chance to win a scholarship to the CREW Convention in September. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to win!


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CREW Network Webinar: Data Fairness and Why it Matters in CRE
Jun
16
12:00 PM12:00

CREW Network Webinar: Data Fairness and Why it Matters in CRE

Gain insight into algorithmic bias, why it matters in commercial real estate, and what you can do.

In this thought-provoking session, Revathi Greenwood, Head of Real Estate Optimization at Cushman & Wakefield, will provide valuable insight into:

  • The intersection of bias and data

  • How this bias impacts women and people of color

  • How embedded bias in data is perpetuating systemic issues, specifically bias/discrimination in algorithms and the impact of the outcomes

  • The definition of algorithmic bias and how it relates to commercial real estate

  • How to identify data biases in CRE and eliminate them

 REGISTER HERE

Registration details
Registration closes at midnight (Central) on Thursday, June 15th. A link to access the webinar will be sent to all registrants prior to the session. All registrants will also receive a link to the session recording.

PLEASE NOTE: This session will not be recorded or available after the webinar.
Be sure to attend live at 11:00 AM CDT on June 16 to view the webinar live.

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Corewell Health CTI Site Tour - CREW Members Only
May
17
3:30 PM15:30

Corewell Health CTI Site Tour - CREW Members Only

Join Rockford Construction for a CREW members only on a tour of the in-construction Corewell Health Center for Transformation and Innovation (CTI). Long pants and closed toe shoes are required to be at the job site.

Following the tour, we will be walking over to the Embassy Suites for networking. Refreshments will be provided.

Meet in the Rockford Construction job trailer for registration at the beginning of the event. Rockford Construction will provide hard hats and PPE for the tour.

Agenda:

  • Project Presentation 3:45-4PM

  • Tours (in staggered groups) starting at 4PM

  • Happy Hour 4:30-5:30

REGISTER HERE

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Heart of the City
Feb
23
6:00 PM18:00

Heart of the City

A Cocktail Affair in support of Corewell Foundation's Heart Health initiatives & CREW Foundation.

Details:

  • VIP Reception: 5-6 PM

  • Main Event: 6-9:30 PM

  • Cocktail Attire: Pop of Red, Pop of Glam

Strolling Appetizers| Full Bar| Wine Pull| 50/50 Raffle| Silent Auction Packages| Photo Booth

Individual tickets are $100 and are all-inclusive. Many sponsorship opportunities are available.

Register Here!

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2023 Economic Forecast Luncheon
Jan
18
11:15 AM11:15

2023 Economic Forecast Luncheon

2023 ECONOMIC FORECAST, HOSTED BY CREW WEST MICHIGAN, IFMA WEST MICHIGAN, AND BOMA WEST MICHIGAN

The West Michigan Chapters of IFMA, BOMA, and CREW invite you to join us on January 18, 2023, for networking with industry peers, a wonderful Buffet Lunch, and dynamic presentations by Dr. Paul Isely, Associate Dean of the Seidman College of Business and Dr. Sonia Dalmia, Associate Dean of Graduate Programs at Grand Valley State University, as they provide an economic forecast and deliver professional insights for 2023.

Focusing on commercial property trends for the upcoming year and beyond, they will share pertinent information to your industry. A Q&A period will follow the presentation. Whether you are new to the industry or an experienced professional, this is a great opportunity to strengthen your knowledge, reconnect with peers and start the year off energized!

Bridgewater Place Ballroom, 333 Bridge Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

  • Registration: 11:15 - 11:45 a.m.

  • Lunch: 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

  • Presentation: 12:15 - 1:15 p.m.

Cost to Attend:

  • Members of CREW, IFMA, & BOMA: $30

  • Non-Members: $45

REGISTER HERE!


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CREW West Michigan | Holiday Luncheon
Dec
14
11:30 AM11:30

CREW West Michigan | Holiday Luncheon

Please join CREW West Michigan for its annual holiday luncheon supporting the Women's Resource Center. Women's Resource Center provides programs and services that serve to educate and empower women to workplace success. We invite attendees to bring an item from a donation list that will be emailed out to registered attendees.

Program Details:

  • 11:30am -12:00pm - Networking & Registration

  • 12-1:00pm - Lunch & Programming

  • 1 -1:30pm - Networking

*A cash bar will also be available!

Register Here!

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Built By Women - An Industry Event
Oct
19
4:30 PM16:30

Built By Women - An Industry Event

We’re lucky enough to be in a community that has a growing number of organizations with the purpose of elevating and celebrating women in the fields of architecture, construction and commercial real estate. Join us for an evening of meeting, collaborating, and learning from other women within the design and construction industry. Also, you will not want to miss the inspiring story from ‘The House That She Built’, a group that is breaking the mold for women in the construction industry.

Brought to you by:

  • Professional Women in Building Council (PWB)

  • West Michigan Women in Architecture

  • Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Western Michigan Chapter

  • National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)

  • Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC) Group

  • Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) West Michigan



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IFMA + CREW West Michigan Rooftop Crossover
Sep
13
4:00 PM16:00

IFMA + CREW West Michigan Rooftop Crossover

Join us for our 2nd annual IFMA/CREW crossover meeting.  At this event we will have a panel of professionals across multiple professions discussing the built environment post COVID.  The main topics will be Workplace Strategy/Future, Architecture, Real Estate and Facilities Research.  

4pm-4:30 networking

4:30-5pm Content

5:30-6pm Happy Hour

Location is at Warner Norcross + Judd.

Click here for registration!

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