Goldie Scholars, Board Members and Alumnae of The Goldie Initiative gather around Shero Award winner Sheli Rosenberg (center, in polka dots) at the 2018 Goldie Gala.
Elevating Extraordinary Women Leaders. Advancing the Commercial Real Estate Industry.
October 25, 2018
Read on for the seventh issue of our Quarterly Newsletter. For more information, visit our website.
Latest News from The Goldie Initiative
The Goldie Initiative Raises $425,000 to Advance Women Leaders in Commercial Real Estate
The Goldie Initiative reports record breaking success after raising $425,000 dollars for their annual Goldie Gala held on September 13, 2018. Over 600 industry professionals came together for the special night at Wintrust's Grand Banking Hall to celebrate the first ever Goldie Initiative Shero Award. Sheli Rosenberg, Former President and CEO, Equity Group Investments, was the distinguished honoree, chosen for her outstanding career achievements and unparalleled commitment to women in the field. ( read more ). 

Inaugural Shero Award bestowed upon Sheli Z. Rosenberg at 2018 Goldie Gala
Hear inspiring comments from Sheli Z. Rosenberg:

Sheli Rosenberg & Goldie B. Wolfe Miller - Goldie Gala 2018
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Featured Upcoming Event
Bisnow's Chicago Power Women: 
December 4, 2018, 7:30 -10:30 a.m.; honoring women in Commercial Real Estate and featuring keynote address from Goldie B. Wolfe Miller.
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Why Mentoring Matters
Mentoring makes a difference, especially for women, from the New York Times.
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New Feature: Goldie Alumna Highlight
In an effort to publicize the impact of The Goldie Initiative on developing women leaders, success stories from  Goldie Alumnae  will be regularly added to our website. Our first post features Mary Fran Murphy (pictured, right, pinning new Goldie Scholar Rebecca Palmer with Molly Phelan).
Volunteer with The Goldie Initiative: Join a 2019 Committee
The Goldie Initiative is seeking volunteers looking to give back to the community. We have several opportunities for professionals to join our growing non-profit and help us build resources to sustain our important mission. Please consider joining a 2019 committee or task force by completing our Volunteer Interest Form. Please  contact us with questions or to learn more about our organization. 
About The Goldie Initiative
Our mission is to prepare women for senior leadership roles in all sectors of commercial real estate. The Goldie Initiative does this by providing scholarship support for graduate study, mentorship, and networking opportunities to women with high potential who are committed to becoming leaders in the real estate industry.  Read more .  
The Goldie Initiative | Megan Abraham, Executive Director
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Buffalo Grove, IL 60089