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Reading the Ground: A Developer’s Guide to Early Site Clues

Discover best practices for investigating a commercial real estate site and preparing for risks ahead of time.

Land Development

Shana Carroll | CREWBaltimoreAugust 13, 2026

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In the Room, but Not in the Deal

Discover why more women in commercial real estate aren't becoming investors and how to create change.

Investing

Allie Taggart | CREW San DiegoJuly 17, 2026

What Future Leaders Want

Explore how professionals’ mindsets are changing about leadership and what it can mean for your organization.

Career Development Research

Nina Murrell, RA, LEED AP, MODA | CREW AustinJune 4, 2026

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AI-ttitude Shift

Learn how AI is creating a smarter, more inclusive, and more resilient future for CRE.

Technology

By Sarah Rodgers and Julie Ashmore | IndyCREWMay 13, 2026

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Activating Spaces Through Cultural Partnerships

Explore how cultural partnerships in commercial real estate enhance tenant experience, elevate brand identity, and activate spaces through art and community.

Mixed-use

Nina Murrell, RA, LEED AP, MODA | CREW Austin April 15, 2026

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From RTO to ITO: Evolving Our Workplace Conversation

Exploring how workplaces are changing from RTO policies to offices built for teamwork.

Office

Lisa Jebodhsingh-Proverbs | CREW Atlanta March 9, 2026

Biophilic Design: A Strategic Advantage for Commercial Real Estate

Discover how biophilic design can boost productivity, attract tenants, and create measurable value in commercial real estate.

Office Sustainability

Nina Murrell, RA, LEED AP, MODA | CREW AustinFebruary 13, 2026

Why Change Management is the Secret to Successful Workplace Transformation

Discover why strategic change management is the key to a successful workplace.

Leadership Trends

Jessica MacKie | CREW UK January 20, 2026

Eco-friendly building in the modern city. Sustainable glass office building with trees for reducing heat and carbon dioxide. Office building with green environment. Corporate building reduce CO2.

Funding Energy and Water Efficiency: Global Strategies to Unlock Capital and Improve Assets

Discover how CRE professionals can fund energy and water efficiency upgrades using global incentives, grants, and green financing tools.

ESG Sustainability

Nina Murrell, RA, LEED AP, MODA | CREW AustinDecember 2, 2025

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Navigating Career Transitions in Predominately Male Industries

Discover how women in male-dominated industries are transforming career transitions through mentorship, leadership, and inclusion to inspire lasting change.

Career Development DEI

Ellie Hughes, Security Industry Professional | CREW Ottawa November 5, 2025

Seizing Big Opportunities with Small Banks

Learn how Jamie Booth found bigger career growth by moving from a big bank to a community bank.

Career Development Finance

Jamie Booth | CREW UtahOctober 2, 2025

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Adapting to the Evolving Security Needs of Downtown Spaces

Explore how downtown spaces are adapting to new security challenges.

Business Development

Ellie Hughes, Security Industry Professional | CREW Ottawa September 2, 2025

The Return of the General Contractor-Led Preconstruction Model

See how the return of GC-led preconstruction is reshaping projects with more efficient planning.

Land Development

Kelly Leanos, Deacon Construction LLC | CREW East Bay August 5, 2025

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Want 47% More Rent? Advocate for Walkable Zoning

Discover how walkable neighborhoods improve health and create stronger communities.

Accessibility Affordable Housing

MK Lindsey, Founder / CEO, Winter Wheat | CREW Louisville July 7, 2025

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Retail Reimagined: What’s Working in Post-COVID Brick-and-Mortar

Discover how brick-and-mortar retail is evolving post-COVID.

Retail

Kelly Leanos, Deacon Construction LLC | CREW East Bay June 10, 2025

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Engaging a Consultant to Expand your ESG Footprint

ESG

Kaitlin Thell Ouverson, PE and McKenzie Pearson, EIT | MNCREWMarch 28, 2025

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Revitalizing and RE-Powering Developments

Sustainability

Kaitlin Thell Ouverson, PE and McKenzie Pearson, EIT | MNCREWFebruary 7, 2025

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Building a Better Future: Developing the Path for Social Mobility through Commercial Real Estate

Career Development Education

Alisa Pyszka (CREW Portland) and Collete English Dixon (CREW Chicago)December 6, 2024

The Evolution of SMART Goal Setting 2.0: Strategic, Motivational, Accountable, Rewarding, and Transparent

Career Development

Michelle Pink | CREW CalgaryNovember 18, 2024

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The Rise of Self-Insurance and Other Insurance-Risk Mitigants in CRE

Explore strategies like self-insurance and risk management for commercial real estate owners facing rising insurance premiums.

Asset Management Mixed-use

Suzanne Rathbun | CREW DC and Northern VirginiaAugust 19, 2024

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Social Networks as Marketplaces: How Social Commerce is Reshaping the Retail Landscape

Explore how social commerce is revolutionizing online shopping by integrating e-commerce with social media platforms, reshaping the retail landscape in the digital age.

Capital Markets Retail

Nicole Larson | CREW Fort Lauderdale/Boca RatonJune 19, 2024

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Leveraging Federal Grant Funding for your Brownfield Project

Finance Sustainability

By Kaitlin Thell Ouverson, PE, Geosyntec Consultants January 12, 2024

Narrative Design: The Latest Innovation That’s Driving the Return to Office

Office Trends

Tamala Herd, Senior Design Manager, Bridge Commercial Real EstateNovember 30, 2023

Land Banks and Their Role in Commercial Real Estate Transactions

Land Development

By LaTosha Okoiron, Esq., CREW HoustonOctober 30, 2023

How Technology is Driving Change in CRE

Technology Thought Leadership

Caroline Stoll, General Manager, Data & Analytics, LightBoxOctober 3, 2023

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SBA Lending and Commercial Real Estate

Finance

Abby Doench, CREW Greater CincinnatiAugust 22, 2023

How Remote Work is Affecting the Commercial Real Estate Workforce

Office Technology Trends

Sheila Traficante, MBA, CRE, CREW Coastal Virginia, and Lindsay Mingee, MBA, CCIM, CREW Inland EmpireJuly 12, 2023

The Importance of Business Incentives in Closing a CRE Deal

Dealmaking

Julie Ashmore, JD, IndyCREWJune 27, 2023

Sustainable Human Resource Management: Incorporating Sustainability and ESG into HR Strategies

ESG

Chelsea Tisdelle, CREW VancouverMay 31, 2023

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Leveraging Letters of Intent in Commercial Real Estate

Trends

Dana Kreis Glencer, CREW DetroitFebruary 13, 2023

How to Overcome Barriers in Obtaining Capital for New Business

Finance

Allison Robin, CREW New YorkSeptember 15, 2022

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Our partners are action-oriented leaders, committed to ESG and DEI practices, who value diverse perspectives, foster collaboration, and encourage innovative ideas to advance the industry to be more equitable for all. Our industry research is made possible by support from the CREW Network Foundation Industry Research Fund, and our Industry Research Program Partner Capital One.