Day Two of our 2025 Fall Forum began with a breakfast session full of updates about The CCIM Institute and the economy at large. The morning featured remarks from our 2025 Global President, Steve Rich, CCIM, followed by an insightful Economic Update from Steig Seward, Senior National Director of Research at Colliers. 

The 2025 Fall Forum is officially underway—and what a start it was. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Vancouver, BC, Day One brought together CCIMs from around the world for a powerful kickoff filled with exploration, education, and connection. From touring the city’s most dynamic developments to diving into hands-on training with Site To Do Business, attendees wasted no time immersing themselves in the learning and collaboration that define the CCIM experience.

At this year’s C5 Summit in Chicago, one of the most anticipated conversations centered on a critical theme: how legislation is reshaping commercial real estate. The session, Policy & Progress, brought together top advocacy voices to cut through the noise in Washington and deliver clarity on what truly matters for real estate professionals. 

This September, The CCIM Institute co-presented the C5 + CCIM Global Summit, the premier commercial real estate conference bringing together leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from across the industry. Now in its fifth year, the summit has become a cornerstone event for networking, dealmaking, and sharing insights that are actively shaping the future of commercial real estate. 

We are just weeks away from our 2025 Fall Forum! From October 5–9 at the JW Marriott Parq in Vancouver, commercial real estate professionals will gather at one of the biggest CRE events of the year to learn about economic updates and market trends, learn from panelists and special courses, welcome new Designees, and daily dealmaking. This is your guide to help you decide what events to look out for and how to get the most out of your Forum experience!