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agement assignments of dif erent types of
assets ranging in size from $2 million to
$350 million. I'm currently responsible for
the management and growth of McCaf ery's
third-party managed assets that consist of
multifamily, retail, of ce, and mixed-use
properties located in Chicago, Washington,
D.C., Pittsburgh, and other select markets
across the U.S.
My involvement with the CCIM Institute
began in 1997 when I moved to Chicago. I
quickly saw the value membership, network-
ing, and local chapter participation would
add to my career. I participated in a wide-
range of networking events in the Chicago
area and served as the CCIM Illinois Chapter
President in 2002.
I have also found great value in other organi-
zations, including the Commercial Real Estate
Women Network. With a focus on helping
women advance in the commercial real estate
industry, CREW is geared toward helping
women achieve their career goals through edu-
cation, training, and experience. My involve-
ment with the Institute of Real Estate Manage-
ment and International Council of Shopping
Centers has also been invaluable.
CIRE: What advantages does having
dual CCIM/CPM designations give you?
Jones: I earned my CCIM pin in 1999 and
chose to pursue the designation because of
the education the Institute provides and the
recognition of the designation in the indus-
try. I earned my Certif ed Property Manager
designation in 2005. Adding this to my cre-
dentials further enhance my knowledge and
network. Having both designations has been
instrumental in doing deals and developing
new business, especially with assignments
that involve both leasing and management.
Together, CCIM and CPM are a powerful
combination.
Jennifer Norbut is senior editor of Commer-
cial Investment Real Estate. If you have a
story worth sharing in CCIM Q&A;, send it to
jnorbut@ccim.com.
Attend the ICSC RECon
2014 panel session
"Tackling Today's
Marketing and Leasing
Challenges — From
the Management
Perspective" on Monday,
May 19, to hear Yvonne
Jones, CCIM, CPM, and
fellow designee Mez R.
Birdie, CCIM, CPM.
Visit volunteer.ccim.com for more information.
Join CCIM members around the country as they take
time to make a difference in their communities.
CCIM Chapters and individual CCIM members
will take one day in the month of September
to volunteer for a local cause in the Third
Annual Community Caring in Motion.
Make the difference.
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