CoreNet New England 2023 Summer Sip Newsletter

SUMMER SIP

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Ihope everyone has been enjoying the summer in New England with family and friends! I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our volunteers for their dedicated hard work in planning and hosting numerous special programs and events this summer. These endeavors have been designed to keep us connected and propel the Chapter forward during a typically slower period, when many take much-needed time away.

The spirit of ‘Doing Well by Doing Good’ was indeed prevalent this summer. In collaboration with our DE&I Committee, we had the privilege of welcoming 26 CREST interns, each of whom was paired with a mentor. Additionally, the Community

SUMMER EVENTS RECAP

This summer sizzled with an array of unmissable occasions to connect, learn, grow, and belong! The Membership Committee kicked things off with their New Member Mixer, where guests could mingle and get to know the chapter’s committee offerings, the DEI Committee hosted a CREST Meet & Greet at Winthrop Center, our Chapter’s Corporate Partners and Founders Circle Sponsors enjoyed a clambake at the Jubilee Yacht Club, Sasaki’s hosted a Leadership 2.0 Alumni Mixer at their office/roof deck, the Young Leaders Committee hosted an A.C.C.E.S.S. Lunch with

Summer Poll

Reinvestment Committee presented an opportunity for furniture donations to benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs Blue Hills location (please find additional information below). Furthermore, we proudly announced the upcoming 2023-2024 Cohort of Leadership 2.0. This cohort is set to commence their sessions in September. Notably, preparations are well underway for our Golf Tournament scheduled for October 5, which aims to support The Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston.

I am looking forward to a successful fall season for our Chapter, characterized by partnership, community spirit, and growth.

Click here to view the August 2023 President’s Message

Maureen Rystrom

Vice President of Marketing | Partner at J. Calnan & Associates Chapter President

LOBSTER ROLL TIME!

Summers in New England mean lobster rolls! How do CoreNet Global – New England chapter members take their lobster roll? The results were surprising! Here’s to hoping those who like them are getting their fill, and the rest are enjoying summer’s many other tasty treats.

13% Hot with melted butter

Thought Leadership Corner

The Education Committee is excited to launch a fresh initiative aimed at creating thought-provoking articles centered around the latest ideas impacting the CRE profession. This month they unveiled a new article on the chapter’s website titled “The Impact of Art in the Workplace”, building upon the insightful two-part series they hosted earlier this year.

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Bridger McGaw of athenahealth, the Real Advantage Committee held a dinner to discuss the impacts of Generative AI on CRE, the Career Strategies + Development Committee held their annual Summer Soiree at Margulies Perruzzi Architects’ famous roof deck, The Programs Committee guided us through the Southline project mixed-use development, and the Young Leaders Committee joined forces with the DEI Committee to host an enjoyable golf clinic set against the picturesque backdrop of Granite Links.

Save The Date

In an exclusive interview with Mari Silipo Cook, the President of Turning Art, the article delves into the success stories of art fostering a sense of community among employees and tenants. The interview also sheds light on how art can enhance your DEI strategy, offering practical insights and potential benefits.

If you missed their previous article, the committee recapped the Real Advantage discussion on BERDO 2.0. This provides a chance for those interested to catch up on the key takeaways and discussions from that event.

IMPACT OF ART BERDO 2.0

Looking to establish yourself as a thought leader? Reach out to Michele Bogdan (micheleb@chap-con.com) from the Communications Committee to discuss your ideas.

September 28 | Sponsor Appreciation Event | 5:30pm-8pm | JLL Offices Boston

October 5 | Annual Golf Tournament | 8am-5pm | Pinehills Golf Club, Plymouth, MA

October 17 | Young Leaders ACCESS Lunch | Hosted by Mark Watkins at Thermo Fisher Scientific

October 28-30 CoreNet Global Summit North America | Denver

November 8 Young Leaders Professional Development Program 2023 Cohort Final Presentation | 8am–10am | Location TBD

November 30 The New England Chapter of CoreNet Global Holiday Party | 5:30pm-8pm | Boston Art

COMMITTEE: CREST PARTNERSHIP YOUNG LEADERS COMMITTEE

Chloe Cushing Northland Boston College

Quang Nghiem CV Properties Suffolk University

Brooke Hanson JLL UMass Amherst

Sadie Testa Oxford Properties UMass Amherst

Shafaat Osmani Marcus Partners UMass Lowell

Abby Lentz Thermo Fisher Scientific Boston College

Preston Whelchel MITIMCo Babson College

Manola Lovan Liberty Mutual Boston Architectural College

Madison Harris Skanska Bentley

Olivia Pedro Northstar Project and Real Estate Services Bentley University

Alkenly Ortiz CREST/ Leggat McCall Properties Boston Architectural College

Anushka Patel Samuels and Associates Brandeis University

Ohemaa Pipim Marguiles Perruzzi Brandeis University

Clayton Turnbull Long Wharf Capital New York University

Abraham Guerrero Hilco Redevelopment Partners Babson College

Eugene Aspiras Hilco Redevelopment Partners Umass Amherst

Jasmine Flowers Commodore Builders Rhode Island School of Design

Napat Tanpairoj WS Development Babson College

Hailey Roche Beacon Capital Partners UMass Amherst

Lily Liu VHB Tufts University

Brian Hsieh AEW Brandeis University

Kassia Shrum J.Calnan and Associates Boston Architectural College

Noella Masengesho THM Advisors Brandeis University

Haojun Gao John Hancock Brandeis University

Meghan Sullivan Synergy Boston College

Chaemin Lee Bulfinch Brandeis University

In our 6th year of partnership with CREST (Commercial Real Estate Success Training), we are thrilled to have welcomed these 26 interns this summer. Each intern has been paired with a mentor for the opportunity to gain insight into the corporate real estate industry through hands-on work experience and leadership training.

As a Champion Sponsor of the program, the New England Chapter of CoreNet Global provides financial support to our participating Corporate Partners and Founders Circle Platinum Sponsors. We’re looking ahead to 2024 with plans to expand the program further. If you are interested in mentoring a CREST intern, you can learn more on the chapter’s website, information on 2024 opportunities will be announced soon.

The Young Leaders Committee has worked hard to organize mentor/ mentee-focused events for the first half of 2023. And we have to say; the Committee has done a fantastic job meeting this goal! The always successful ACCESS Lunches (Aspire. Connect. Collaborate. Educate. Share. Socialize) were hosted by Stephen Elias at Citizens Bank in April and Bridger McGaw in June at athenahealth. We look forward to hosting the next ACCESS Lunch at Thermo Fisher Scientific in October. A big thank you to our committee members who organize these events and the hosts for taking the time out of their busy schedules.

We don’t want to rush the summer away, however, the planning for our annual Holiday Party has begun! Please save the date - November 30 at Boston Art, which will support the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Boston.

Our committee continues to grow with new members excited to get involved in The New England Chapter of CoreNet Global. We are excited to continue planning events through the second half of 2023.

COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT COMMITTEE

We’re excited for our 22nd Annual Charitable Golf Tournament at Pinehills Golf Club on Thursday, October 5! There are only three sponsorship packages and eight golf clinic spots remaining, and foursomes are selling quickly!

Don’t miss your chance to join us for a wonderful day on the links with peers and colleagues, and to support a great cause - a portion of proceeds from raffle tickets and mulligan sales will benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston!

Click here to learn more and register today!

Community donation opportunity - help make this dream come to life! The Community Reinvestment Committee has a wonderful opportunity to provide furniture donations for The Boys and Girls Club of Boston’s Blue Hills location, which will culminate in a volunteer day in October to install everything! Let’s make this dream come true! Items requested include storage units, tables, stacking chairs/seating, accent chairs and more! Contact Christine Weiner or Fran Noval if you are interested!

Items are needed by October 1.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

CORPORATE PARTNERS

FOUNDERS CIRCLE PLATINUM SPONSORS

FOUNDERS CIRCLE GOLD SPONSORS

FOUNDERS CIRCLE SILVER SPONSORS

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Michele Bogdan, Co-Chair, Chapman Construction/Design

Kristina Esposito, Co-Chair

Marisa Fava, Board Liaison, Humanscale

Seth Butler, Takeda Pharmaceuticals

Kimberly Giles, MovePlan Group

Samantha O’Neil, Vision 3 Architects

Alison Smith, Structure Tone

Nicole Solera, Cushman & Wakefield

Christine Walker, Haworth

Have a knack for writing, editing, posting, social media and otherwise helping get the message out? Consider joining our committee – just reach out to any of the members listed above to learn more!