The 18th annual Achievement Awards took place on April 27 at the Fairmont Copley Plaza. Over 300 guests gathered to honor 7 members for their outstanding and impressive accomplishments in commercial real estate. Incoming president Cara Nelson with DLP Piper thanked Geri Denterlein for sharing this special evening with CREW Boston as the master of ceremonies and invited everyone to moving across the hall to the ballroom for food, drinks and a lot of networking.
In April CREW Boston members spoke to students at the University of Massachusetts, Boston. The panelists discussed their education, career development, and current position to a small group of business students interested in commercial real estate. Students were also encouraged to apply for the CREW Boston scholarship next year.
In April, members and guests learned how to establish their competitive edge by creating a personal brand from Theresa Whiting, Executive Coach and Training Facilitator. During the seminar attendees were showed the history and importance of branding, introduced to techniques to create credibility statement and provide steps to communicate the message.
A small group of CREW Boston members enjoyed a lively discussion of our respective careers in commercial real estate, which was hosted and led by Kathleen Ahern. Kathy started the lunch by giving an overview of her more than 30 years in banking. She has held many roles within the banking industry and has endured many real estate cycles, all of which has helped her become the well-rounded credit risk officer she is today. The conversation flowed freely among the group and everyone was an active participant in the discussion.
On April 6th CREW Boston’s Public Strategies Committee hosted its annual Women in Government reception. Over 75 CREW members and invited guests gathered at the Union Club for the popular event. Energy ran high in the room as attendees networked before and after listening to the evening’s guest speaker, Attorney General Maura Healey.
CREW Boston members spoke to students at Boston University. The panelists discussed their education, career development, and current position to a group of 30 students interested in commercial real estate.
Members enjoyed a very upbeat and energetic lunch with Kathleen Joyce Kusiak. Kathleen talked about how she started her career in financial services, went on to do marketing and business development in the Commercial Real Estate industry, and is now a developer of office property and hotels. She attributes her success to these three tips: luck, staying visible and continually reaching out to your personal network. Each luncheon participant had a chance to tell her story and the overall consensus, was that everyone is enjoying their role in Commercial Real Estate.
CREW Boston members and members of the Community Involvement Committee mingled at a private wine tasting at The Wine Bottega in the North End. The event was to benefit CREW Boston's designated charity organization, Elizabeth Stone House. Surrounded by true, natural wines from Italy and France, the owner, Kerri Platt, went over 5 wines from Italy and described the vineyards, grapes and process. We also tasted select meats and cheeses from a local North End market.
The CREW Boston Public Strategies Committee (PSC) held an exciting & lively breakfast discussion with the two of the four women members of the Boston City Council, City Council President Michelle Wu and Councilor Anissa Essaibi-George. These key women are shaping the future of the City. They shared their visions and initiatives as well as their perspectives on growth and development, and why they are drawn to public service as elected officials. This dynamic discussion, one of the best attended PSC Breakfasts this year, was enjoyed by all.
Architerra principal and co-founder Ellen Watts and architect Caitlin Gilman presented Architerra’s winning vision for the Boston Living with Water Competition to the CREW Boston Sustainability Networking Group. The competition sought resilient design solutions to address the challenges of climate change and rising sea level in Boston.
Sasaki110 Chauncy Street, Boston, MA
Members Only
CREW Boston would like to help you expand your network in 2023. Members are cordially invited to join us as we welcome new members and honor members of our Legacy Council for a night of networking, appetizers, drinks and a fun presentation.
TA RealtyOne Federal Street, 17th Floor, Boston MA
Join us for a group viewing of CREW Network's Webinar with Spencer Levy as he provides an in-depth look at the key economic issues that are driving the global economy and commercial real estate (CRE), and what’s in store for 2023. Space is limited.
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center New Inpatient Building111 Francis Street, Boston MA
Join CREW Boston’s Meds and Eds Group for the very first industry tour of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center’s 385,000 SF/158-bed New Inpatient Building. Taking place just days after the transformative new inpatient building’s ribbon cutting.
Bower Apartments in Fenway771-775 Beacon Street, Boston, MA
Please join The Green Cities Company for an intimate tour of Bower Apartments, a LEED and Fitwel certified luxury residential community located next to Fenway Park and Lansdowne Commuter Rail Station.
