The Broker Success Formula

Bo Barron, CCIM; Mark Cypert, CCIM; and Nate Worthen, CCIM, discuss the powerful benefits of Site To Do Business as well as new features coming to the platform.

Deep Dive NAR October 2024 Market Report by CCIM Connections Podcast

Join host Bo Barron, CCIM, as he leads a dynamic conversation with experts Michael D. Hinton, CCIM, Rafael Mendez, CCIM, and Greg McNutt, CCIM, diving deep into the commercial real estate trends shaping Miami, Orlando, and Tampa. From investment opportunities to market dynamics, this episode explores how these key Florida markets are evolving and where the best opportunities lie. Whether you're interested in the growth potential of South Florida or the booming developments in Central Florida, these experts will provide insider insights to help you stay ahead in today's competitive CRE landscape.

In this podcast, we uncover the bold Vision 100 initiative spearheaded by The CCIM Institute's Canadian chapters. With a laser-focused mission to double the number of CCIM Designees by 2025, this movement is set to redefine commercial real estate expertise nationwide. Hear from Steve Da Cruz, CCIM, as he discusses how Vision 100 aims to assert CCIMs as indispensable leaders in Canada's real estate landscape. Explore the strategic steps, from education advocacy to community outreach, driving this monumental shift towards excellence and impact.

Nate Worthen is the primary founder and principal of Professional Real Estate Services in Salt Lake City. He has been responsible for more than $2.1 billion in closed real estate sales spanning more than 1,600 transactions in more than 40 countries. In this episode, we discuss the actions successful people take to hold themselves and the people around them accountable for their commitments, leading to more success and fostering a culture of integrity and high performance.

Evelyn Ward, CCIM is Senior Vice President for Agency Leasing and Land Services with Transwestern in Houston. With nearly 20 years of commercial brokerage experience, Evelyn focuses on agency leasing for office, as well as tenant and owner/user representation throughout the greater Houston area. Ward’s expertise lies in market knowledge, negotiations, marketing, and finding the best solution for her clients based on their goals and individual needs. She earned her CCIM Designation in 2011 and is a senior instructor for the CCIM Institute for CI 103 Designation courses. In this episode, we dive into the dynamic world of office space leasing and tenant and owner-user representation. Ward uncovers strategies, insights, and her views on vacancies and where she believes office is heading in the future.

Rod Santomassimo, CCIM, is the founder and President of the Massimo Group, CRE Perform, and Co-Founder of CREInvestor.Coach and CRE Listing Launcher. The Massimo Group is the world's #1 commercial real estate broker coaching and consulting organization, assisting over 4,200 commercial real estate professionals in building their desired business and life. Santomassimo is the author of four best-selling books – Brokers Who Dominate, Teams Built to Dominate, and Knowing Isn’t Doing – which became America's #1 sales book when it launched. In this podcast, Santomassimo shares his success strategies for business growth and how AI is transforming commercial real estate.

Kathleen Rose, CCIM, CRE, is a Founder, President, and CEO of Rose and Associates Southeast, Inc. She has combined decades of development and commercial real estate experience to build a boutique woman-owned consulting practice. Rose is a Chief Problem Solver consultant, facilitator, instructor, developer, investor, speaker, and author. She received her CCIM Designation in 1989 and holds the Counselor of Real Estate (CRE) designation. Each year the Counselors of Real Estate identifies current and emerging issues expected to have the most significant impact on all real estate sectors. Now in its 11th year, and with many of the issues interrelated, the 2024 Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate can be grouped into three general categories: Economy & Markets, Government & Regulatory, and Change & Risk Management. Listen now to hear Rose talk more in-depth about some of the most pressing issues in this year’s Top 10.

Heather Kreiger, CCIM, is the Regional Research Director of Lee & Associates of Eastern and Western Pennsylvania. Her expertise spans research, marketing, operations, sales, and leasing, encompassing a diverse range of commercial and industrial projects. Heather's commitment to the industry is evident through her active involvement in local, statewide, and national real estate committees and boards. She earned her CCIM Designation in 2020.

Ellen Hsu, Founder & the Executive Director of Prominent Real Estate Services and Co-Founder & Managing Director of Promont Management, stands as an emerging figure in the real estate domain. She brings a collection of specialized disciplines having worked at eXp Realty (Vice President of Operations, Canada), Ernst & Young LLP (Transaction Real Estate Group), Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (Real Estate Division), and Southwestern Oklahoma State University's Small Business Development Center (Head of Research Division). In addition to her real estate practice, she most recently served as President for The CCIM Institute Foundation. Ellen’s story is both inspirational and fraught with challenges and achievements—a story of transcending cultural barriers, dedicated community service, and the enrichment of lives through resilience, innovation, and altruism.