2026 CoreNet Global New England Chapter New Member Welcome Packet

2026

CORENET GLOBAL - NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER NEW MEMBER WELCOME PACKET

On behalf of the Membership Committee, we would like to welcome you to The New England Chapter of CoreNet Global!

This Welcome Packet is chalk full of helpful information to guide you in getting the most out of your membership. When it comes to your CoreNet Global - New England Chapter experience, you will get out if it what you put in. If you are looking to meet new people or expand your industry knowledge, this is the place to be. We encourage you to attend the numerous events that our fellow members diligently organize and curate throughout the year. If you are able to volunteer your time, joining a committee is one of the best ways to take your membership to the next level in both expanding your knowledge and developing deeper peer connections within The New England Chapter of CoreNet Global.

Whether you are joining us as a new member or as a trial member, we welcome you and congratulate you on starting your journey within this outstanding organization! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any of your Membership questions or concerns.

Membership Committee Co-Chairs

Derrick Goodwin Principal, Business Development

Unispace

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Christine Walker Business Development Executive Haworth CONTACT

Membership Committee Financial Coordinator

Glenn Yarris Regional Sales Manager Humanscale CONTACT

Board of Directors Liaison to Membership Committee

Andrew Feibelman Vice President Project Management & Development Services JLL CONTACT

What is CoreNet Global?

With over 10K+ members representing over 50+ countries and 45+ local chapters, The CoreNet Global network is one of the most comprehensive networks of Corporate Real Estate Professionals out there.

What does a CoreNet Global Membership Provide: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT • Global Summits • Masters of Corporate Real Estate (MCR) • Qualified Professional of Corporate Real Estate (QPCR) • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Certificate Program • Employee Experience (EX) Certificate Program • Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Certificate Program NETWORKING • Local Chapter Events • Access to the Member Directory • Volunteer Opportunities KNOWLEDGE RESOURCES AND CONTENT • The Source App • CoreNet Global Learning Center RECOGNITION & VISIBILITY • CoreNet Global Awards and Local Chapter Awards

Large/Mega Chapter within CoreNet Global Members: 500+ | Sponsors: 50+ | Committees: 11 | Professional Development Programs: 2

Events/Programs: 50+ Events/Programs per year for New England Chapter Members

Event/Programs Annual Awards of Excellence Gala Annual Golf Tournament Networking and Mentoring Opportunities Education and Career Development Events and Programs Emerging Leaders-Specific Programd and Opportunities (catered to Emerging Leaders aged 35 and younger) Eastern Regional Symposium (every other year)

ROADMAP TO SUCCESS Example path to membership, involvement + leadership within The New England Chapter of CoreNet Global, Years 1-3 Intrigued by the new england chapter of corenet global? Become a trial member for free for 30-days and begin to learn about the benefits of membership!

Once You’re A Trial Member, you will be contacted to schedule a virtual chat with a member of the Membership Committee about all that CoreNet has to offer and learn more about your goals and objectives related to your interest in the organization!

If you enjoyed your 30-day trial membership, Become A Member of The New England Chapter of CoreNet Global! Schedule a call with your Ambassador from the Membership to Committee to outline your goals from Membership.

Complete a Volunteer Interest Form to outline which committees (1-2 maximum) you might be interested in joining.

After 1-2 years volunteering on a committee(s), explore leadership roles within one committee.

Join 1-2 committees as an active volunteer and begin contributing!

Register For And Attend Chapter Events during your trial period and meet up with your Membership Committee Ambassador at the event, network and meet other members!

Begin to Learn More About Our Committees and ways to get more involved. Meet more members to get the most out of your membership!

Take on A leadership role within one committee - options include Financial Coordinator, Co-Chair, or leading a subcommittee within the committee!

ROADMAP TO SUCCESS Example path to membership, involvement + leadership within The New England Chapter of CoreNet Global, Years 3+

After serving in a leadership role on a Committee, explore applying to serve on the Chapter’s Board of Directors.

The board of directors has voted you as approved to join the chapter’s board of directors! Next step, the Chapter’s Membership votes/approves the Board of Directors Slate before the Annual Meeting

BECOME A BOARD OF DIRECTORS Liaison to one of the Chapter Committees for 1-2 years

Become chapter secretary, treasurer, or chief talent officer for a 2- year term, ultimately leading to Chapter President pending voting and approvals by the Board of Directors!

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APPLY TO BE ON THE CHAPTER’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS, or change committees to eventually become a Co-Chair of that new committee for 3- years

Complete an application to serve on the Chapter's Board of Directors for a 3-year term (can apply to renew every 3-years for up to 9years maximum)

Chapter membership has voted and approved The Board of Directors Slate to begin April 1 of that year for an up to 9-year term!

Consider exploring additional leadership roles on the Executive Committee (rotates every 2- years)

NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER COMMITTEES Awards Committee

Emerging Leaders Committee

Real Advantage Committee

The Awards Committee brings the New England corporate real estate community together to celebrate the best of our industry at our annual Awards of Excellence gala. From engaging members to submit nominations to planning the details of the event itself, this team helps showcase the people and projects that define our Chapter and industry.

The mission of the Emerging Leaders Committee is to attract and retain future real estate leaders into the Chapter by creating programs designed to encourage emerging professionals to participate and become actively engaged in the corporate real estate industry. The Chapter is committed to ensuring that future corporate real estate leaders have access to educational resources and networking opportunities with their peers as well as senior professionals to support career development and growth.

The role of the Real Advantage Committee is to support the professional development of the New England Chapter’s corporate real estate community through exclusive, sponsor-only, qualifying program offerings. These invitation-only workshops and dinners, available to Corporate Partners and Founders Circle Sponsors, focus on timely topics relevant to enhancing corporate real estate professionals’ contributions to their companies and across the industry, as well as provide exclusive and unique opportunities for knowledge sharing via one-on-one networking and relationship development.

Communications Committee The Communications Committee plays a vital role in keeping New England CoreNet Global members informed and engaged with both global initiatives and local chapter news. We achieve this through a variety of channels, including newsletters, our Chapter website, and social media platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram. Our committee members are experts in crafting compelling content, driving engagement across all platforms, and supporting other committees in promoting thought leadership. We are also responsible for drafting and submitting award nominations for CoreNet Global recognition.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee As CRE professionals, our mission is to continue to promote and support advancing the principles and values that lead to and nurture an equitable, inclusive, and diverse community. CoreNet Global - New England's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) committee is dedicated to raising awareness and implementing strategies and initiatives that aid in fostering a sense of belonging throughout the organization, and in turn, throughout the CRE industry as a whole. By providing insight and perspective to the development of educational programs and resources, we are collectively empowering our organization to bring positive impact to people, spaces, and communities. We intend to cultivate a culture within CoreNet Global New England of respect, empathy, and humanity.

We strive to be an organization that embraces differing perspectives, where people feel empowered to share their opinions and ideas, and where we can accept and acknowledge the various experiences of all our members, consistently learning and evolving and improving together.

Golf Committee The Golf Committee is responsible for planning, promoting, and executing the chapter’s Annual Golf Tournament, a community-driven event and one of the Chapter’s largest fundraisers of the year. Designed to bring together professionals from across the corporate real estate industry, the tournament offers opportunities for networking, friendly competition, and charitable impact. In addition to coordinating all aspects of the event, the committee hosts a golf clinic to welcome and support newer golfers, ensuring everyone can engage and participate in an inclusive environment. The committee also works closely with the chapter’s Community Reinvestment Liaison to align the tournament with the Chapter’s charitable giving goals.

Professional Development/Education Committe (PD/E) The Education Committee strives to develop morning educational programs for the CoreNet Global - New England Chapter community. A variety of real estate, industry-focused, technology, and personal development topics are included throughout the committee’s yearly programming.

Sponsorship Committee The Sponsorship Committee works with existing, new, and potential sponsors to expand knowledge of sponsorship benefits within our professional community, promotes the value of CoreNet Global and our award-winning New England Chapter, maintains regular communications with sponsors, helps to promote participation at Chapter and national events, reviews sponsorship benefits and structure in tandem with other committees to optimize value, and onboards new Corporate Partners to the CoreNet Global - New England Chapter.

University Relations Committee CoreNet Global - New England Chapter's University Relations Committee works to expand the Chapter's reach to Boston's many colleges and universities to expose students to the possibilities of careers in corporate real estate. The Committee also works with human resources and hiring departments at universities, and at our Corporate Partner and Service Provider sponsor companies, to identify opportunities for internships and jobs for students and graduates.

GET INVOLVED The CoreNet Global – New England Chapter depends on the commitment and dedication of volunteers and committee chairs to drive value for the membership.

We are proud members of the Corporate Real Estate community who are passionate about advancing the development of its members and providing value to our sponsors.

Visit the CoreNet Global –New England Chapter website

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ATTEND EVENTS / SEE UPCOMING EVENTS

General Chapter Inquiries & Support Karyn Houde, Executive Director newengland@corenetglobalne.org

New Member Spotlight We want to celebrate and highlight our new members throughout the year. If you're a new member, or know someone who joined recently, please submit this questionnaire and email a headshot with the subject line 'New Member Spotlight Headshot' to Mary McWright at mmcwright@bermangrp.com.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Executive Committee

April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2028 The Executive Committee of The New England Chapter of CoreNet Global oversees operations for the entire Chapter including the Chapter's Board of Directors, and are members of the Board of Directors. Executive Committee members are appointed every two years for a two-year term, and are comprised of End Users and Service Providers who have been active and engaged members of chapter who have showcased increasing levels of leadership for the past 5+ years. The Executive Committee also serves as the Finance Committee for the Chapter and can vote on key financial decisions for the Chapter.

President

President-Elect

Chief Talent Officer

Chapter Treasurer

Chapter Secretary

Jacqueline Falla AMCON

Ken Papetti Iron Mountain

Kristin Poulin Structure Tone

Alan Kocher Boston Consulting Group

Christine Weiner Officeworks, Inc.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Advisory Council

Sarah Abrams Global Real Estate Leader

Suzanne Cooper Booking Holdings Inc.

Steven Doben First Citizens Bank

Adam Fandrey Immediate Past President Middlesex Savings Bank

Chris Horblit TJX Companies

Cynthia Keliher McCarter & English

The Advisory Council of The New England Chapter of CoreNet Global is comprised of past Executive Committee Members, including several past presidents who serve in an advisory capacity to the Executive Committee and Board of Directors. While the Advisory Council does not have a vote in Chapter decisionmaking, their guidance, knowledge and expertise are invaluable to our Chapter.

Maureen Rystrom J.Calnan & Associates

Bruce Shick

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Board of Directors, April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2028 The Board of Directors of The New England Chapter of CoreNet Global can serve a maximum 9-year consecutive term (3, 3-year consecutive terms) which may include time served as a member of the Executive Committee. To join the Board of Directors, one must complete an application during the published open application period, be an established, active and engaged member of the Chapter for at least two years, have had experience as a Co-Chair of at least one Committee and have exhibited increasing levels of leadership within the Chapter. The Board of Directors slate is voted upon first by the Board of Directors, followed by a Chapter Membership vote in advance of our Annual Meeting of the Membership every March.

Rich Bettina Vice President, Global Real Estate Fresenius Medical Care Maggie Blake Vice President, Interior Design & Exterior Signage Manager Citizens Laurie Boehl Director of Due Dilgence PES Associates

Stefanie Comeau Principal, Workplace Market Leader Stantec

Kristin Enright Senior Manager, Real Estate & Construction Thermo Fisher Scientific

Elizabeth Eromin Lead, Leasing & Transactions Fidelity

Katherine Kenney Senior Project Manager Northstar Project & Real Estate Services

Marisa Fava A&D Director Humanscale

Cerise Marcela Senior VP, Workplace Strategy &Portfolio Consulting CBRE

Andrew Feibelman Vice President, Project Management & Development Services JLL

Alison McCormack VP Strategy & Insights - Real Estate Services Liberty Mutual

Sandra Gucciardi Corporate Real Estate & Facilities Advisor

Holyn Nickerson Managing Principal, Business Development Creative Office Resources (COR)

Gabrielle Harvey Executive Vice Chair Cushman & Wakefield

Katherine Sanford

Kathryn Hester Development of Corporate Office Development & Facilities InterSystems Corporation

Laura Walsh Director, Global Real Estate & WorkplaceExperience Operations Rapid7

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