Commercial Investment Real Estate is the magazine of the CCIM Institute, the leading provider of commercial real estate education. CIRE covers market trends, current developments, and business strategies within the commercial real estate field.
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2 January | February | 2015 Commercial Investment Real Estate D E S K PRE SID E NT ' S a Future Plans As we begin 2015, the CCIM Institute is looking toward the future to enhance our position as the commercial real estate industry's global standard for professional achievement. I look forward to building on the ef orts of the Institute's outstanding staf , volunteer leaders, and former leadership teams. Together we are embracing a new educational delivery model, new technology for members, and strategic growth opportunities that will have a signif cant impact on the entire industry. Blended Learning. T is year CCIM will focus on the continued development of the blended learning environment that combines both traditional in-class education with a facilitated online component. A key advantage of incorporating a wide range of web-based tools, multi- media assets, and online resources into CCIM's traditional curriculum is improved student comprehension and retention. Expanded Technology. To improve members' business opportuni- ties in an increasingly mobile environment, CCIM launched the new DealShare property sharing platform last fall. DealShare's signif cant enhancements are creating more real-time opportunities for CCIMs to do business together. T e new CCIM Connect social network is another tool that of ers members a unique opportunity to communicate and share their expertise in an online environment. Finally, our agreement with Xceligent to provide enhanced capabili- ties in the STDB platform solidif es CCIM's place as one of the industry's top technology providers. Strategic Growth. Finally, I'm excited to lead the organization as we pursue a number of new strategic initiatives in the coming year. T ese include • providing the highest quality education for commercial real estate professionals; • ensuring that the CCIM designation is the global standard for professional achievement in our industry; • equipping commercial real estate professionals with innovative business resources; • facilitating global commercial real estate education and business opportunities for our members; and • proactively managing our organization to sustain and enhance our relevance in the commercial real estate industry. Ultimately, CCIM's goal is to elevate our members to the highest levels of success in the commercial real estate profession. T e 2015 leadership team appreciates your membership and looks forward to serving you. Mark Macek, CCIM 2015 President mark@macekcompanies.com The Top 10 CCIM Member Benefi ts CCIM membership gives industry professionals the resources they need to succeed. Here are the 10 benefi ts CCIM members value most.* 1. CCIM Designation Promotion. National advertising, marketing, and public relations campaigns promote the value of the CCIM brand and the benefi ts of working with a CCIM. 2. STDB.com. STDB is a one-stop shop for valuable site-specifi c demographic analysis tools. 3. CCIM.com. Find CCIM news, events, and education, membership, and networking information in one place. 4. Find a Professional Directory. Industry professionals looking to do business with CCIMs can fi nd designees in every market and specialty at fi ndaccim.com. 5. Commercial Investment Real Estate (CIRE) . CCIM's award-winning magazine is a bimonthly source for analysis and insight into all facets of commercial investment real estate. 6. CCIM Chapters. CCIM's 57 local affi liates help members expand networks and build relationships in their home markets. 7. CCIM Quarterly Market Trends Report. This online report provides national and regional real estate transaction analyses, an economic outlook, and a survey of CCIM member activity for every quarter. 8. Member Discounts. CCIM members enjoy access to the National Association of Realtors Discount and Affi nity Program, which includes the Realtors Federal Credit Union and special offers on insurance, travel, and more. 9. Life After the Pin Program. CCIM designees can refresh their skills by taking one CCIM designation course per year at a reduced tuition rate. 10. Lobbying and Legislation. CCIM is part of a public policy team that monitors local, state, and federal legislative and regulatory developments. Members have access to a database of state legislation. But the value of CCIM membership doesn't stop at 10. Go to CCIM.com to fi nd all the resources that put CCIM members ahead of the game in every market. *Based on responses to the 2013 CCIM Membership Survey