This year marks a DLI (Developing Leaders Institute) milestone for NAIOP Southern Nevada. It is our 10th Anniversary since the inaugural class graduated. We plan to host an event honoring all our alumni this summer with Chairman Greg Fuller attending as our special guest.
Currently we are busy planning for the 2020 class that is set to commence this September. We held our kickoff meeting in January where we divided the committee into subcommittees to focus on refining the class curriculum and class project. The committee plans to distribute the application for the 2020 candidates March 15, 2019.
If you know of an aspiring leader in CRE and think they would be a great fit for the DLI program, please send your candidate referrals to the Committee Chair, Sabrina Borghoff or NAIOP Southern Nevada 702-798-7194 | info@credasnv.org for more information.
DLI Committee Chair
Sabrina Borghoff
Martin-Harris Construction
702-474-8271 | sabrina.borghoff@martinharris.com
NAIOP Southern Nevada Chapter extends our deepest sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Chuck Witters who passed away on Christmas day, 2018. Chuck was an active member and leader in our association since arriving in Las Vegas in 1993. He served on the Board of Directors from 1997 – 2005, dedicated countless hours to numerous committees, was awarded 1995 Associate of the Year and earned Office Broker of the Year five years running from 1999 through 2004. Chuck cared deeply for the success of the Chapter, consistently striving to ensure that member needs were met. Even after retiring, he was a frequent guest at NAIOP events.
Don’t delay! The Spotlight Awards final submissions are due this Friday, January 11th. This includes property submissions and all industry nominations. This is a hard deadline, no extensions. Questions? Contact either:
Awards Chair
Cassie Catania-Hsu
Sun Commercial Real Estate
702-968-7324 | cassie@suncommercialre.com
OR
Johna Savage
NAIOP Southern Nevada
702-798-7194 | johna@credasnv.org
Happy New Year to all!
To keep the spirit of giving, in December the committee rallied together purchasing beanies, gloves, bags, emergency blankets, hand/foot warmers, snacks and supplies for 200 care packages for the poor and homeless. They helped Catholic Workers Las Vegas serving breakfast at 6 am on a bitter cold morning and handed the care packages out afterwards.
Thank you again for everyone’s time and donations in completing Phase 1 of the St. Jude’s Cottage Renovation. We raised a total of $50K and donated 720 volunteer hours towards the project. Thanks again to Colliers Links for Life and Martin Harris Construction for your gracious donations.
HERE WE GO! We are gearing up to begin Phase 2 starting around the beginning of April. We’ll be posting details soon, but in the meantime, please start us off on the right foot by donating in 2019. Don’t have half a heart…we want a big heart! Click here to donate today!
Community Service Committee Chair
Chris Teachman
LEE & SAKAHARA ARCHITECTS, INC.
702-270-6600 | cteachman@leesaklv.com| www.leesak.com
As Nevada’s leading commercial real estate and development association, NAIOP Southern Nevada has set a standard for membership, participation, and referrals between members and their companies. Among the top commercial real estate organizations in Las Vegas, NAIOP has the largest membership, highest attendance records and raises the most money for charity year after year. That is something to be extremely proud of!
In 2018, membership grew to more than 550 members and the local Chapter raised almost $500,000 from events and sponsorships. The chapter hosted nineteen different programs ranging from breakfast panels with local and regional experts, real estate and development educational workshops, industry tours, projections on current and future markets to special events such as bowling for a cause and the much anticipated annual bus tour. The Chapter’s ability to create, nurture and host events is second to none. With a reach of more than 1,500 people, the Chapter left a memorable impression on the market this past year.
In what other ways has NAIOP made a mark? Our commitment to volunteering and social outreach has beneficially impacted hundreds of lives throughout the valley. The organization’s presence on social media and commitment to local charity events has set a new standard for corporate responsibility. Through 11 different committees, 250 social media posts, 50+ media mentions, 170+ committee members, and countless meetings; the group has been able to make a difference locally, regionally and even on a national scale.
Most people join an organization to create more business, grow their network, or market themselves and their companies, but NAIOP Southern Nevada successfully gives those reasons substance. As the 12th largest Chapter in the nation and 5th in growth, we have much to celebrate, but the Chapter isn’t stopping there. With 2019 President, Shawn Danoski at the helm, the goal for 2019 is nothing less than a record-breaking growth of increasing membership to 600+ members, along with a continuing increase in Chapter revenue.
When setting your goals for 2019, consider making NAIOP a priority. If you’re not yet a member, join. If you’re already a member, take some next steps by attending more events and even volunteering on a committee. If you’re interested in taking your involvement to the next level, join NAIOP Corporate. Make the most of your membership by getting more involved and you’ll gain valuable insights and connections. NAIOP Works. Get Involved.
Click here to see our complete 2018 infographic.
Cassie Catania-Hsu
Sun Commercial Real Estate
Direct: 702-968-7324 | Cell: 702-556-7100 |cassie@suncommercialre.com
Brenden Graves
DC Building Group
Office 702-494-9991 | BrendenG@BuildWithDCBG.com | www.buildwithdcbg.com
NAIOP Southern Nevada congratulates our members, Jennifer Turchin, AIA and Ashley Gould, CPSM and for receiving AIA (The American Institute of Architects) Nevada Distinguished Service Awards. Jennifer received the 2018 AIA Nevada Emerging Professionals Leadership Award and Ashley was named 2018 AIA Nevada Member of the Year.
Jennifer Turchin, AIA has been a NAIOP member since 2008 and currently serves on the NAIOP Southern Nevada Chapter Board of Directors. She is the current Board Liaison and past Chair of the DLI Committee and also serves on the Education Committee. Her past accomplishments include 2008 DLI Graduate, 2013 Developing Leader Award Recipient and 2016 Associate Member of the Year.
The AIA Nevada Emerging Professionals Leadership Award is awarded to an individual Associate Member who has contributed significantly to the profession of architecture through their membership and participation in their local Chapter of the American Institute of Architects. Jennifer emulates this through her commitment to advancing the profession, to elevating our community, and in her service in a number of committees including as the COTE Committee Chair. She currently serves as AIA Las Vegas President and will soon take on the role of President of AIA Nevada.
Ashley Gould, CPSM has been a NAIOP Member since 2006 and is currently co-chair of the Spotlight Awards Committee and a member of the Community Service Committee. She has spent countless hours helping both committees fulfill their mission and is a 2018 graduate of the Developing Leaders Institute (DLI).
The AIA Nevada Allied Award is awarded to the individual Allied Member who has contributed significantly to the profession of architecture through their membership and participation in their local Chapter of the American Institute of Architects. Ashley contributions include her invaluable support to the Las Vegas Chapter by volunteering to assist with the Golf Tournament and Product Show and chairing the Volunteer Committee for the A’19 Conference on Architecture being hosted by AIA Las Vegas June 6-9, 2019.
Cassie Catania-Hsu
Sun Commercial Real Estate
Direct: 702-968-7324 | Cell: 702-556-7100 |cassie@suncommercialre.com
Our 22nd Annual NAIOP Southern Nevada Spotlight Awards will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at Red Rock Casino Resort Spa.
There are select few sponsorships remaining. Click here for details.
The Spotlight Awards Committee offered TWO workshops this year to give applicants insight on how to submit a winning entry. The workshops were updated to include this year’s new categories and questions. Both Project and Industry awards were discussed along with tools to help with project details and photograph submittals.
Final application submissions are due January 11, 2019 – no extensions.
Watch for your invitation and more details on the magical evening!
Awards Chair
Cassie Catania-Hsu
Sun Commercial Real Estate
702-968-7324 | cassie@suncommercialre.com
Event Chair
Ashley Gould
The Korte Company
702-531-9781 | Ashley.gould@korteco.com
The year may be winding down, but the Community Service Committee hasn’t slowed down a bit. After a really successful Phase 1 renovation of St. Jude’s Ranch for Children cottage renovation project, we’ve been approved by the Board of Directors to move forward with Phase 2 in 2019. Be sure to keep your eyes and ears open for more details and if you’d like to donate, both monetary and in-kind donations are greatly accepted. Click here to donate.
Thanks to Vegas Youth Ambassadors, Communities in Schools and Ronald McDonald House and our committee, we were able to decorate and fill Thanksgiving baskets for 30 families again this year!
We collected 270 toys this year at our Members Only Holiday Reception last week at Cili to benefit the CASA Foundation of Las Vegas. Toys are for their annual Angel Tree Winter Celebration holiday party on December 15th, a huge celebration with food, games, entertainment and about $50 worth of gifts for every child in foster care in Clark County. Click here for details on the event.
It’s been a great year for NAIOP and for the committee. Want to get involved? Contact me and join the committee for 2019!
Community Service Committee Chair
Chris Teachman
LEE & SAKAHARA ARCHITECTS, INC.
702-270-6600 | cteachman@leesaklv.com| www.leesak.com
NAIOP Southern Nevada is proud to continue it’s longtime partnership with the LIED Institute for Real Estate Studies to provide Academic Scholarships for students interested in the commercial real estate industry. This semester, five (5) students were recipients of the $1,000 scholarships provided by our local chapter. Congratulations to Anthony Guttman, Hollie Janae Martinez, Sally Myint Oo, Luke Ramous and Matthew Yapjoco.
Hollie Martinez is a double Major BS in Economics and Real Estate & Urban Economics with an anticipated graduation in May 2019. Sally Myint Oo is a Major in Real Estate and Minor in Earth & Environmental Science with an anticipated graduation in Fall 2019. Luke David Ramous is a Major in Finance and Minor in film with an anticipated graduation in May 2019. Matthew Yapjoco is a Major in Finance with an anticipated graduation in Fall 2019. Anthony R. Guttman is a Major in Finance and 3 minors: Real Estate, Global Entrepreneurship, and Philosophy (concentration in Law and Justice) and Graduated in Spring 2018. He is now attending Law School in the Washington DC area.
“The LIED Institute for Real Estate Studies is very pleased to receive five scholarships from the local chapter of NAIOP for UNLV students who are preparing for a career in commercial real estate. The criteria for the scholarship was both need based as well as based on overall performance as a student in the Lee Business School. We hope that we continue to reward students in the future and increase the pool next year for this scholarship.” Vivek Sah, PhD, Director.
Our chapter recognizes the value that graduating students bring to our industry. NAIOP Southern Nevada is honored to help build a pipeline of potential new talent for our members and sponsors.
The UNLV LIED Institute also offers a robust Mentorship Program for students interested in commercial real estate. If you’re interested in becoming a mentor please reach out to Matt Hoyt at mhoyt@commcapnv.com or 702-792-7558.
Cassie Catania-Hsu, Managing Director/Broker
Sun Commercial Real Estate
Direct: 702-968-7324 | Cell: 702-556-7100 |cassie@suncommercialre.com
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