December, 2015
PRESIDENT'S NOTES

2015 has been an outstanding year for the Illinois CCIM Chapter. The Chapter continue to improve and grow. We have been very fortunate to have a lot of dedicated professionals and volunteers leading us and tirelessly working behind the scenes to enhance the CCIM experience for our members. Patrick Brady and the rest of the 2015 Board of Directors have done an outstanding job.  As we roll into 2016, we want to continue taking steps forward.
  
As a chapter, our mission is to serve you. Your 2016 Board has been very busy for the past several months developing our Strategic Plan and putting together our calendar of education, networking and programming events. Please take a look at the Strategic Plan and Calendar when you get a chance. 

Our goal is to provide a value proposition for all of our members including our sponsors, the leading and most important of which is to help increase business for our members and sponsors. As we continue to strive to improve your CCIM experience, in 2016 we will continue to offer the highest quality marketing and networking events, offering top-notch services, and providing unique educational opportunities to our membership.

Here's to an outstanding year for you in 2016!
 

Mike Mallon, CCIM, CRX
2016 Illinois Chapter President
WELCOME YOUR 2016 ILLINOIS CCIM EXECUTIVE BOARD

Michael Mallon, CCIM, CRX
DK Mallon 
PRESIDENT


David Ellerman, CCIM
Ellermann Commercial Brokerage 
PRESIDENT ELECT


Garry Weiss, CCIM, SIOR  
GSW Ventures, Ltd.
VICE PRESIDENT 


Diana Peterson
Sperry Van Ness Auction Works
SECRETARY


Ankur Patel
Old Second Bank
TREASURER


BLACK DIAMOND HOLIDAY RECEPTION

Over 80 people attended the Chapter's Black Diamond Holiday Reception on November 23rd at the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel. The newly renovated hotel provided a great venue for the evening's activity. The outstanding networking event was enjoyed by all and was a great way to start the Holiday season. 


UPCOMING EVENTS YOU CAN'T MISS

Now is the time to start planning your year. The Illinois Chapter has an outstanding schedule of upcoming educational events, networking and program events.

The Chapter will be Kicking-Off the 2016 CCIM Season with an Expo planned for January 21, 2016 from 11:30 - 1:30 downtown. The first-time ever event will be showcasing our Sponsors, Committees, and our Events for 2016. This can't miss event will provide Networking, Dealmaking and a chance to hear and meet Walter S. Clements, CCIM, Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of the CCIM Institute. Plan now to attend this outstanding event.

Please review the attached schedule and plan on attending these great events.


JAMES CONRAD, CCIM RECEIVES THE PATRICIA TESLUK, CCIM SCHOLARSHIP

The Patricia Tesluk CCIM Scholarship honors Patricia Tesluk, CCIM for her contributions and dedication to both the Indiana and Illinois CCIM Chapters. 

This Scholarship was presented to James Conroy, CCIM during the recent Black Diamond Holiday Reception. James is Managing Broker with McLennan Commercial Properties in Park Ridge. Congratulations Jim!!!
 
In This Issue
CCIM MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
 
Don't forget to be a Chapter Member in 2016! Please register and don't miss the benefits of being an Illinois CCIM Chapter member.

The Chapter is an invaluable organization for not only Designees and those taking the CCIM education coursework, but also professionals in the field that benefit from fostering relationships with notably the best practitioners in the Commercial real estate industry.

Chapter membership provides access to guidance, technology, and trusted resources through a forum of elite professionals that are also willing to help grow your business.
  • Designees/Candidates $125.00
  • Associates $175.00
  • The Next Gen $25.00 (New Candidates only with Three -Year Limit)
  • Students Free (Must be a Full-Time Student to Qualify)
JOIN A COMMITTEE AND HAVE SOME FUN!
 
Looking for a way to get involved with the Chapter? Consider joining a Committee. Committees are what make the Chapter go. Committees include Programs, Networking, Education, Legislative, and Communications. Plan on attending the January 21st Expo to learn more or fill out the committee application now.

 

SPONSORSHIP OFF TO A GREAT START

Congratulations to the following Sponsors that have committed to be sponsors with the Chapter in 2016:
  • DK Mallon
  • Landmark Engineering 
  • MB Financial
  • Midwest Milling 
  • Preservation Services
  • RightSize Facility
  • Rosborough Partners
  • US Alliance Fire Protection
Please contact Patrick Brady, CCIM, Sponsor Chair at (312) 595.2987 if you would like to partner with the CCIM Chapter in 2016.


FOUR RECEIVE CCIM DESIGNATION IN AUSTIN

Congratulations to
James Conrad, CCIM, Adriane Bookwalter, CCIM, Amanda Mor, CCIM, and
Thomas Besler, CCIM for earning their CCIM designation in Austin in October. This brings the total of new designees to 17 for 2015. 


WILLIS TOWER CLIMB RAISES FUNDS FOR RIC

Thank you to all who supported the CCI M Willis Tower stair climbing team as they raised $1,025.00 that 
was donated to the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago.

Congratulations to Marielee Macapagal, CCIM, Ruth Minnick, Patrick Brady, CCIM and Graham Gold for their outstanding efforts. 

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