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The CCIM Institute Blog
The CCIM Institute Blog features dealmaking, networking and technology news. We explore market trends, investment strategies, and expert insights into the commercial real estate industry. The stories we feature provide an informed look into the latest market strategies, best practices, and innovative ideas shaping the leaders in the field.
The blog is moderated by Hannah Donegan, Marketing Manager.
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Deep Dive: AI & The Future of Commercial Real Estate
Moderator: Dave Gambaccini, CCIM (Commercial Real Estate Developer, Fulcrum) Panelists: Bo Barron, CCIM (CEO, Barron Commercial Group) Bryant Cheely (Learning & Product Improvement Specialist, CCIM Technologies, Inc.) Gregg Katz (Director of Business Industry...
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Responding to Shifting Demographics and Aging Populations
Moderator: Rick Lynn (President, RML Capital LLC) Panelists: Jeff Algatt (Senior Vice President - Capital Markets, Colliers) Andy Jubelt (CEO, Live Well Senior Cottages) Zak Scimeca (Vice President of Underwriting, Locust Point Capital) The “Specialized...
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Mission Critical Real Estate: Why Data Centers Are Reshaping the Industry
Moderator: Jay Olshonsky, CCIM, SIOR, FRICS (President & Owner, Forty Two Plus, LLC) Panelists: Robby Eaves, CCIM (Principal, Commercial Industrial Properties) Jack Funchion, (Vice President of Sales, Global Financial Services, Digital Realty) Todd Johnson...
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Branding: Building Opportunity Through Strategy & Authenticity
Moderator: Bo Barron, CCIM (CEO, Barron Commercial Group) Panelists: Bob Knakal (Chairman & CEO, BKREA) Tiffany Ryland, CCIM (Director, ARVO Realty Advisors) Don Tepman (President & Founder, TownCentre Capital) The room was packed for the panel Bold Branding...
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Why Commercial Real Estate Is a Smarter Bet in Today’s Volatile Market
By Steve Rich, 2025 CCIM Institute Global President In times of market uncertainty, smart investors don’t just brace for impact—they rethink their strategy. And right now, with persistent volatility shaking the stock market, commercial real estate (CRE) is...
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Canadian Chapters Promote CCIM Designee Awareness With Vision 100
The CCIM community in Canada has set a significant goal: Vision 100 aims to have 100 CCIM Designees pinned at the 2025 Annual Governance Meeting in Vancouver in October 2025. Achieving this objective is ambitious, as it would roughly double the current number...
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Guidance for Rent Relief Requests and Other Commercial Real Estate Tenant/Landlord Issues
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt public health and economic activities across the globe. While the full effects of the virus remain to be seen, commercial real estate professionals need to be prepared for what could be a challenging time...
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