There’s good news and bad news to be had in the subject of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). First, the bad news. The commercial real estate industry still has a long way to go. The good news is that years of progress have all-but vanquished the Good Old Boys Network.

“We’ve made great strides,” says Marcus Rose, senior real estate manager for NFI in Camden, NJ. “We can see efforts across all the disciplines, as well as in leadership. Of course, there’s always room for improvement.”

Indeed. But real estate isn’t alone.

AI, ESG, facility design and location … the future of industrial real estate has never been more exciting. Join IAMC this September 9-13 in Boise, Idaho – for the Fall Forum themed Industrial Real Estate: A Focused Future – to share your insights and glean cutting edge trends and best practices from fellow leaders in corporate real estate.

While topical workshops will dive into the details, keynote speakers will tie it all together inspiring and informing with big pictures views:

As an organization, IAMC fosters relationships that turn into both business partnerships and long-term friendships. The path to corporate real estate varies widely, and our members come from a variety of professional and personal backgrounds.

We thank Jane Leedham, estates director for GKN Aerospace, for sharing hers!

Professional development and knowledge sharing opportunities are two of IAMC’s key offerings. You are most likely very familiar with IAMC events, from Forums to Locals and Internationals to Webinars.  But, are you familiar with the professional development resources available to you 24/7 through IAMC Cornerstone?

IAMC is always excited to add new members to our association, and we are delighted to welcome the newest among us.