In 2023, The Counselors of Real Estate® provided Consulting Corps assistance to five communities and the nonprofit HumanKind. The Counselors delivered Mini-Consulting Corps guidance to Seniors Services Society of British Columbia in conjunction with The CRE 2023 Annual Convention in Vancouver. In addition, Counselors shared case studies and best practices via events hosted by The National Association of REALTORS® and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Transforming Neighborhoods with NAR: Apply Now
Through a partnership with the National Association of REALTORS®, NAR will underwrite the costs of up to four selected Consulting Corps assignments requested by a Realtor Board. Now is the time to talk to partners, align priorities, and craft the proposal. Applications are due Feb. 9, 2024.
Creating a Real Estate Strategic Plan: Webinar January 25
Presentation by Kathleen Rose, CRE, and Bill Norton, CRE
Hosted by Conference for Catholic Facility Management
Is your congregation/ diocese/parish growing? Are you facing difficult decisions to manage shifting demographics? This session will explore questions, resources, and strategies to ensure that your real estate is helping you advance your mission - with applicability for all faith leaders.
2023 Consulting Corps Assignments
BANGS, TEXAS
BRAINERD LAKES, MINNESOTA
GREENSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA
The City of Greensburg requested Consulting Corps assistance to spur revitalization and increased activity downtown. The Consulting Corps visited Greensburg in July, analyzed the market, and provided strategic guidance to repurpose underutilized property in downtown Greensburg.
SENIORS SERVICES SOCIETY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA: MINI-CONSULTING CORPS
Seniors Services Society of BC (SSSBC) is a nonprofit agency that supports vulnerable older adults (60+) who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. SSSBC’s services include support services, housing navigation and outreach services, and community education. During the CRE Annual Convention in Vancouver, a volunteer group of CREs met with SSSBC to provide guidance on real estate related issues.
2023 CONSULTING CORPS ASSISTANCE ALSO PROVIDED TO:
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Thank You to Our Consulting Corps Volunteers!
Thanks to the following Counselors who participated in the Consulting Corps assignments referenced above:
Bangs, Texas
Marilee Utter, CRE (leader)
Anne Ricker, CRE
Thomas Rhodes, CRE
Lloyd Thomas, CRE
Greensburg, Pennsylvania
Jackie Buhn, CRE (leader)
Dennis Davis, CRE
Robert Dietrich, CRE
Blair Kincer, CRE
Robert Rajewski, CRE
Brainerd Lakes, Minnesota
Brett Pelletier, CRE (leader)
Mary Bujold, CRE
Neil Madsen, CRE
Mark Reiling, CRE
Knoxville, Tennessee
Casey Pipes, Esq., CRE (leader)
Zelleka Biermann, CRE
Malcolm Bryant, CRE
RJ Neary, CRE
Jim Patton, CRE
HumanKind
Kathleen Rose, CRE (leader)
Blair Kincer, CRE
Dana Rowan, CRE
Eric Swanson, CRE
Bob Thornton, CRE
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Jerry Turner, CRE (leader)
Kirk King, CRE
Bill Norton, CRE
Skip Preble, CRE
Reid Wilson, CRE