Diversity

As part of this month's women's focus, we get a closer look one women's path to commercial real estate, and see how she went from wanting to be a world-traveler to supporting a team of land development capital markets.

“There is a paradigm shift taking place in the real estate industry to address the traditional limitations of space, and companies of all sizes are looking for innovative solutions to support their employees, growth and business,” says WeWork's Wojciechowski.

At the firm's recent leadership summit, NAI Global talked about focusing not only on attracting young brokers, but the importance of mentorship and their role in new business.

JLL, which has a leadership development program for all levels within the organization, has been named one of National Association of Female Executives' Top Companies for Executive Women for the fourth year.

Elekes implemented strategies and procedures that have enhanced the company's property management efforts, says Joe Correia, executive vice president of Petrucci.

“Kristen elevates every project she undertakes, whether it's leading operations at 1130 S. Michigan, creating company-wide employee recognition programs, supporting the industry with her involvement in professional organizations, or giving back to the community through charitable initiatives,” says Julie Stevlingson of Draper and Kramer.

"Our employees and employment culture are the driving force behind our service-first philosophy and performance success, and Linda's leadership will be invaluable as we work to attract, develop and engage strong talent now and in the future,” says Bryn Mawr Bank president Frank Leto.

Whether it was following dreams of becoming a successful business women or moving from the journalism industry into actually join the CRE field, these women share their path and what excites them about CRE and some advice for young women entering the field.