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AZCREW
Newsletter - Spring
2015
VISION
To champion the advancement and
success of women in the commercial
real estate industry locally and
nationally through Leadership,
Professional Relationships, Education
and Excellence.
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President’s Message
Calendar of Events
Deal Exchanges
Member Spotlight
CREW Foundation
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Featured Article
Trends We Love
New Partnership
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Save the Dates
New Member Spotlight
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AZCREW NEWSLETTER- SPRING | 2015
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
From the Desk of Christine Olson
The value of AZCREW membership goes far beyond
that of an ordinary networking organization. AZCrew’s
primary purpose is to champion the success of women
in commercial real estate.
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It is my honor and privilege to serve as the 2015
AZCREW President. AZCREW is an incredible
organization. I sincerely believe in the vision of
AZCREW which is to “Champion the advancement and
success of women in commercial real estate locally
and nationally, through Leadership, Professional
Relationships, Education, and Excellence.” I am truly
blessed for the opportunity to work with amazingly,
talented, professional women.
relationships with supportive, dynamic, business-minded
people like yourself. Programming for the luncheons
is first-rate and up-to-date with issues that affect our
members and our community, so you’ll receive first-hand
information about current issues affecting our industry.
By getting involved, you’ll connect with other women
leaders, mentors, resources, and information in the
commercial real estate industry AND you’ll have FUN in
the process!!!
I’d like to say a special thank you to Vicki Williams for
her leadership as President in 2014 as well as the entire
AZCREW board. 2014 was a successful year! Systems and
processes were put into place allowing the chapter to
become more efficient. Programs and events continue to
attract greater audiences. Support continues to grow for
AZCREW and its vision!
When meeting with new members, the response is often
“I’ve been looking for a group like this! I’m so glad I’ve
found AZCREW!” I invite you to join us. The enthusiasm
and energy are unsurpassed!
The New Year has started out full speed ahead!! Our
goals for 2015 encompass the following : To continue
to grow membership and expanding AZCREW’s vision;
develop and implement a long-term strategic plan
for the future of the chapter; increase awareness of
resources, benefits, and opportunities related to CREW
Network to our members; create a Legacy Circle to
recognize past presidents and influential leaders within
AZCREW.
Why should you become a member of AZCREW? The
value of AZCREW membership goes far beyond that
of an ordinary networking organization. AZCREW’s
primary purpose is to champion the success of women
in commercial real estate. At AZCREW, you will develop
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We all like opportunities. You’ll find them within
AZCREW! I invite you to join a committee and
join AZCREW and our mission of championing the
advancement of women in commercial real estate.
It’s going to be a great 2015!!!
Christine
Christine Olson, CPM | LEED Green Associate
General Manager, TRANSWESTERN
Chapter President, AZCrew
AZCREW NEWSLETTER- SPRING | 2015
MARCH
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
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AZCREW Luncheon
DEAL EXCHANGES
Alliance Bank of Arizona Finances
Lincoln Property Company’s Waypoint.
“Sun Corridor Revisited”
Registration 11:30 | Program Noon
Arizona Biltmore
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AZCREW Pre-Golfiesta
Outing & Happy Hour
Lincoln Property Company and Harvard Investments selected Alliance
Bank of Arizona to finance the construction of Waypoint. Their new
project will be a Class A office Campus accommodating over 600 workers
when completed. Senior Vice President Vicki Williams, a 20 year real
estate veteran handled the deal.
Happy Hour $10/Golf + Happy Hour $25
APRIL
Golf Lessons 4:30 | Happy Hour 5:00
Camelback Country Club
Western Colloid Finalizes 9,600 SF Glendale Lease.
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Caddie Auction
Pre-Golfiesta Mixer & Fundraising Auction
$25 per person | 4:30-6:30
Aunt Chilada’s
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AZCREW Luncheon
Cushman & Wakefield’s Jackie Orcutt represented Western Colloid (Kim
Scholten) in the lease of 9,600 SF. The building is located at 5455 North
51st Avenue in Glendale, Arizona.
Small Giants Selected as Panelist for
ICSC Southwest Idea Exchange.
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Registration 11:30 | Program Noon
Arizona Biltmore
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Shotgun Start | 7:45am
Gainey Ranch Golf Club
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AZCREW Luncheon
Registration 11:30 | Program Noon
Arizona Biltmore
Small Giants (Danielle Feroleto) was selected as a social media panelist at
the ICSC Southwest Idea Exchange in March. Chris Hughes, with Fidelity
National Title, was able to utilize the AZCrew network to refer Small
Giants for the event. Feroleto spoke on the significance and immediate
impact of building your brand via social media.
Do you have a Deal Exchange?
To highlight your deal exchange in the
next newsletter, please contact:
Krystal Dill at kdill@lpc.com
Lisa Tinnion at lisa@mrtdesignllc.com
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AZCREW NEWSLETTER- SPRING | 2015
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AZCREW NEWSLETTER- SPRING | 2015
CREW NETWORK
FOUNDATION
WHO WE ARE
Below is a snapshot of CREW Network:
CREW Network Foundation was founded in 1998
as the philanthropic arm of CREW Network. CREW
Network Foundation is the only foundation dedicating
its resources solely towards advancing women in the
commercial real estate industry. We are committed
to bringing more women into commercial real estate
with programs that educate women and girls about
the career opportunities available to them and creating
mentoring relationships for those new to the industry.
Scholarships
The CREW Network Foundation scholarship program supports future female
leaders as they pursue university-level education that will lead to careers in
commercial real estate. Help us plant the seeds of change in the commercial
real estate industry.
Industry Research
Your donations make it possible for CREW Network to remain the leading
publisher of research on women in commercial real estate – research that is
helping close the compensation and advancement gap for women. Through
its benchmark reports and annual white papers, CREW Network can inform the
industry and mark the progress of women in commercial real estate. The results
of this research also direct both CREW Network’s strategic initiatives and its
educational programming.
Career Outreach
Commercial real estate offers rewarding and lucrative careers often overlooked
by women who are often times unaware that these opportunities exist.
CREW Network is committed to bringing more women into commercial real
estate by creating programs that educate women and girls about the career
opportunities available to them (CREW Careers and UCREW) and providing
mentoring relationships to those new to the industry (eMentoring). Your
contributions help fund the programs’ administrative support and participant
materials.
Support
CREW Network Foundation is the only foundation dedicating its resources
solely towards advancing women in the commercial real estate industry
through education and mentoring programs.
To donate today, visit: https://www.crewnetwork.org/Foundation.aspx.
Note: Above facts content from CrewNetwork.org
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AZCREW NEWSLETTER- SPRING | 2015
FEATURED ARTICLE
TIPS FOR THE
WORKING MOM
By: Lisa Tinnion
Twice a week I meet girlfriends for a 5:30am run along the
canal, our “healthy happy hour”. Our run went long one
morning which meant my entire routine was “off”. I rushed
home, raced through the door and kissed my husband as he
was feeding Eddie, our 22-month old. In fast motion, I grabbed
coffee, showered, put on make-up (no time to dry hair), got
dressed, scanned my inbox and kissed my husband goodbye.
Next up, Eddie. With the same swiftness, I got him dressed,
brushed his teeth and headed to his day care. I finally head
to the office! All of this before 8:30 am. Sometimes I remember
how accomplished I felt if I only made it to the gym and office
by 8:30! I didn’t need to dress someone else, drop them off or
even think about anyone else’s schedule.
Such a scenario in a mom’s world is only possible with the
following:
1. A schedule is essential! I used to hate schedules, now I live
by them.
2. It takes a village! Surrounding yourself with supportive
people is imperative.
3. Sometimes the busier you are the more you accomplish!
That same day I attended AZCrew’s brown bag lunch at
Evergreen. Each person shared a glimpse in their career, current
projects and family life. Michelle Rutkowski specifically asked the
other working mothers for advice on how to effectively raise a
happy family while maintaining a successful career. I too have
been looking for this type of wisdom...and encouragement!
The next day Krystal Dill copied me on correspondence with
Christie Veldhuizen discussing her upcoming spotlight in
this newsletter. Christie mentioned how proud she is of her
3 wonderful daughters, of raising them and of her successful
career.
Her words stopped me in my tracks as I realized the power of
AZCREW! We are a group of smart, talented, successful ladies
across the different stages of our life…both professionally and
personally. We need to share our stories. We need to celebrate
the wins, learn from the losses and use them to empower and
educate fellow members with their next big steps. AZCREW
is the perfect resource to cultivate such an environment and
community.
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“Every family dynamic is different and what
works for some professional women may not
work for you. Find YOUR balance. “
I asked a few members the simple (but difficult to answer)
question:
“What advice do you have for the new working mother?”
Work life balance is very important to me as a working mom. I
had to learn how to better prioritize and how to say no so that I
could give my all to the opportunities I did decide to take on.
-Lindsey Carlson, Colliers - Vice President | Office Properties Solutions
Before I had Ainsley I was petrified about how I was going to
fit all of my work into one day, and manage to be an attentive,
loving Mommy. I learned very quickly to focus on the things
that are most important and to cut the “fat” from my schedule.
I also learned to manipulate my time throughout the day. Work
doesn’t just have to happen between the hours of 8 – 5. For
me, I get to work early, am home with the girls by 5:30, and am
back online after dinner. Flexibility is key, as is communicating
and sharing the workload – both in the office and at home –
with my husband.
-Jackie Orcutt, Cushman & Wakefield
Pay for great help in childcare and housecleaning, it is the best
money we spend each month. Every family dynamic is different
and what works for some professional women may not work for
you. Find YOUR balance.
-Michelle Rutkowski, DGDG
While it may appear daunting from the outside I feel that
managing a career as a mom is easier than staying at home
full time with the kiddos. With both my husband and I
are dedicated to careers in commercial real estate and our
schedules are, in most cases, conflicting so I/we try to find
balance by doing the following.
1. Prioritizing – I assess quickly what return I get out of taking
on certain tasks and when to delegate.
2. It Takes a Village – This saying is so true! We have 4 onstandby babysitters to avoid the untimely sick day.
3. Valuing my Time – No matter what new things I take on (at
home or at the office) I always look at the return on investment.
The investment being precious time invested in that task that
takes me away from other obligations.
-Ericka Deneke LeMaster, Senior Vice President, Commercial Real Estate |
Alliance Bank of Arizona
AZCREW NEWSLETTER- SPRING | 2015
CREW CORNER
TRENDS WE LOVE
AZCREW Takes a Look at Some of our Favorite Spring Fashion Trends
Shirtdresses
Kimono-style Trenches
Yellow
Medium Sized Obi Belts
Gingham
Blue & White
Culottes
One-shoulder Cuts
Polo-Style Shirts
Military Green
Note: Above Photos & Trends from Glamour Magazine
NEW PARTNERSHIP
AZCrew is pleased to announce we have partnered with Small Giants to provide Marketing Services for our chapter
in 2015! Small Giants, with Elisabeth Harris’ direction, will lead the efforts for our event graphics, other designs, this
quarterly newsletter, press releases, professional photography and much more. We are excited for this opportunity!
“Small Giants offers marketing and business development services including marketing plans, strategic plans, social
media, full-service graphic design and in-house training in the design, construction and commercial real estate industry.”
For more information on our new partnership, please visit smallgiantsonline.com.
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AZCREW NEWSLETTER- SPRING | 2015
SAVE THE DATES
CADDIE AUCTION
»» Wednesday, April 8, 2015
»» Aunt Chilada’s, 4:30pm-6:30pm
»» Fundraising mixer featuring a competition between Commercial Real
Estate Professionals and Veterans. Attendees can donate toward the
caddies and/or bid on caddies for the May 1st tournament. Veteran Brent
McDonald with Academy Mortgage will be the event Emcee.
14th ANNUAL GOLFIESTA
»» Charity Golf Tournament benefiting Veterans First & AZCrew
»» Friday, May 1, 2015, Shotgun Start at 7:45 am
»» Gainey Ranch Golf Course
»» To Sponsor, RSVP or Donate, please visit:
www.golfiesta.dojiggy.com or www.arizonacrew.com
NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
ELISABETH HARRIS
Small Giants
Elisabeth leads Small Giants’ creative marketing, graphics and website direction for
A/E/C clients. She brings vast creative experience, having worked with a wide variety of
clients in building their brand, developing ad campaigns, proposal development and
website design. Additionally, Harris previously worked with a top design agency in Tempe
executing extensive graphic design for clients.
A talented designer from the deep South, she has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from
Mississippi State University and a minor in Marketing. Since moving to Phoenix, Harris
has gained great experience in creating and implementing effective branding systems,
corporate identities and other marketing collateral. She is also an active member of the
Phoenix branch of the American Institute of Graphic Arts, AZCREW and a member of the
Developing Leaders Steering Committee for NAIOP.
Why did you decide to join CREW?
»» I am interested in getting to know more strong women leaders in the Commercial Real Estate industry and this seemed
like the perfect place for that. I know there is so much to be gleaned from the vast experience that lies within this
organization and I’m excited to see what’s to come.
What is your favorite thing to do outside of work?
»» I have developed several hobbies over the past few years and love doing all of them! Hiking with friends and my basset
hound, Sophie, cooking, golfing,and just recently, skiing.
SOCIAL MEDIA
AZCREW has a Facebook Page! Connect with AZCREW on Linked In!
Stay up-to date on the latest news Make new connections through your
and information.
AZCREW network.
Visit our Website!
For information from membership to
event registrations.
www.arizonacrew.org
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