Make The Most of Your Membership

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1 Make The Most of Your 2018

2 Chapter Fact Sheet 2018 CREW Philadelphia Board of Directors President Stephanie J. Sprenkle Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP President-Elect/CREW Network Delegate Andrea Lukens Urban Edge Properties Immediate Past President Lynn McDowell Equus Capital Partners, Ltd Treasurer Charmaine W Kent Presby s Inspired Life Secretary Rosemary Loverdi Dilworth Paxson LLP CREW Network Delegate Laura K. McLaine At-Large Board Members Sara Anderson, NCIDQ Avison Young Stacey Boston Steelcase Kathleen M. Fahy Irwin & Leighton Minnie Sudan Wells Fargo Bank Jessica Thornton Wick Fisher White DESCRIPTION CREW Philadelphia is the commercial real estate industry s premier business networking organization dedicated to transforming the commercial real estate industry by advancing women globally. The organization provides members with opportunities to get involved, get connected and become a leader. CREW Network s 10,000+ members represent nearly every discipline within the industry and are located in more than 70 major markets around the globe. MISSION As a founding chapter of CREW Network, CREW Philadelphia works diligently to further the achievements of women in commercial real estate. FOUNDED 1984 MEMBERS Our chapter consists of more than 160 local members engaged in a wide variety of disciplines within commercial real estate. Seventy-two percent of members have received or given a referral to or from another member, and nearly fifty percent of members report having conducted a commercial real estate transaction with another member. EVENTS CREW Philadelphia and CREW Network host numerous networking, industry and leadership events annually throughout the year. ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Access to CREWbiz Community: exclusive members-only platform including an online member directory, discussion forum, resource library, speakers directory, mobile app and more. Complimentary access to the Philadelphia Business Journal s Electronic Edition. Access to copies of CREW Network s industry research publications, including white papers and benchmark studies on women in commercial real estate. Access to specialized leadership development, industry training and mentorship. CREW Philadelphia is a proud 2018 Chapter Leadership Circle CREW Philadelphia CREW Philadelphia crewphiladelphia.org crewnetwork.org

3 CREW Philadelphia Be Part of the Growing Energy! CREW Philadelphia Chapter President Stephanie Sprenkle Partner Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP CREW Philadelphia is a growing, dynamic networking organization representing a broad cross-section of commercial real estate professionals. We are about bringing our members together to make connections. As a result of our connections, our members do business together and refer each other opportunities in the greater Philadelphia region. However, real estate is not only local, it is global. As a part of CREW Network, our members have access to more than 10,000 other commercial real estate members who are involved in other CREW chapters around the world, and this larger network comes together to support each other, make referrals, and do business together. By coming together locally, nationally, and internationally, we work to advance the successes of women in commercial real estate. The more you get involved in CREW Philadelphia, the more you connect and see a return on your investment in CREW Philadelphia. Join us, get involved, and help grow the excitement about and the successes of CREW Philadelphia and its members! GET INVOLVED. GET CONNECTED. Meet powerful Commercial Real Estate Professionals. Make Deals. Grow Professionally. NETWORK with knowledgable professionals and industry leaders. CONNECT with members across the globe through CREWbiz. SUCCESS support the success and development of women at all levels in the commercial real estate industry. ENGAGE in the CREW Network community through professional development programs. DIVERSIFY your knowledge and professional network by attending local, regional, and national events.

4 Join a Committee COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE Kristin Reese, Chair Beneficial Bank kreese@thebeneficial.com The Communications Committee is responsible for building awareness and recognition of the mission of CREW Philadelphia by managing it s brand identity, facilitating internal and external communication (website, eblasts, social media, etc.) and maintaining and implementing a media partner strategy. Our goal is to promote the value of CREW Philadelphia and generate excitement for the many quality educational, networking and social events. This is an active committee with on-going tasks in support of other CREW Philadelphia committees every month. Some experience in writing, marketing material production and graphics is a great benefit, but certainly not a requirement! To join or learn more, please contact the Chair or Co-Chair. Committee Meeting Times: Second Thursday of each month, 12:00pm-1:00pm in either a downtown Philadelphia location or a suburban location. Mia Mckay, Co-Chair Fidelity National Title Insurance Co Mia.mckay@fnf.com EVENTS COMMITTEE Mayva Donnon, Chair KSS Architects mdonnon@kssarchitects.com X2023 The Events Committee is a dynamic group of women drawn from different backgrounds and industries who set the agenda for the coming year. The committee is responsible for organizing educational and networking programs, brainstorming current topics and selecting speakers and locations for meetings. If you would like to have a hand in creating top-draw events and interfacing with industry leaders, this is the committee for you. To join or learn more, please contact the Chair or Co-Chair. Committee Meeting Times: First Wednesday of each month, 9:00am-10:00am on odd months and 12:00pm-1:00pm on even months, at KSS. Annette Hladio, Co- Chair ALD, LLC Annette@archltg.com

5 Join a Committee MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE Annemarie Caruso, Chair Surety Title Company acaruso@mysurety.com Helen Silvis, Co-Chair Veolia Energy Philadelphia Helen.silvis@veolia.com The Committee focuses on identifying prospective members through networking and professional development opportunities that grow the CREW Philadelphia s membership. The committee organizes various events for nonmembers to attend and learn more about CREW Philadelphia from current members. These events build personal and professional relationships with the goal of developing new business opportunities among members. Recruitment activities include reaching out to nonmember guests within the commercial real estate field that attended prior events to answer questions they have about CREW Philadelphia and CREW Network, offering encouragement to join CREW Philadelphia, and providing assistance with the application process. Committee members serve as ambassadors to all new members to ensure they are integrated, engaged, and getting the most out of their membership. As part of the ambassador program, committee members personally reach out to new members welcoming them to CREW Philadelphia, as well as greet them at events. The Committee welcomes members with creative minds who enjoy networking, facilitating introductions, communicating and collaborating among a very enthusiastic and productive committee. To join or learn more, please contact the Chair or Co-Chair. Committee Meeting Times: First Friday of each month, 9:30am-10:30am at The Pyramid Club.

6 Join a Committee OUTREACH COMMITTEE Dina Miller, Chair Skanska USA Building, Inc. dina.miller@skanska.com Janet Nitka, Co-Chair Univest Bank & Trust nitkaj@univest.net The purpose of the Outreach Committee is to support the overall mission of CREW Philadelphia by making a direct impact in the community with purposeful philanthropy that enriches the lives of girls and women in the Greater Philadelphia area. We are focused on three major areas: philanthropy, scholarship and mentoring. Our Annual Fall Luncheon provides a platform to select a philanthropic partner to focus on a specific facet of those goals. Our Past Presidents breakfast showcases the scholarship recipients that CREW Philadelphia provides to women pursuing a course of study leading to a degree in commercial real estate at local colleges and universities. Additionally, we seek ways to provide meaningful mentorship opportunities throughout the year for our members. Join us as we look at how we can put the talents of our membership and sponsors to the greatest use in our area. To join or learn more, please contact the Chair or Co-Chair. Committee Meeting Times: Last Thursday of each month, 12:00pm-1:00 pm as a conference call. SPONSORSHIP COMMITTEE Susi O Meara, Chair Beneficial Bank sapplestein@thebeneficial.com The Sponsorship Committee is responsible for attracting, retaining, and recognizing sponsors to help support and sustain the operations of the CREW Philadelphia Chapter. Our committee leads efforts to introduce potential new sponsor companies and individuals to the benefits of CREW Philadelphia. We organize annual sponsor appreciation and networking events and invite feedback and input from our sponsors. Every year we successfully spearhead the sponsorship recruitment efforts for the Annual Fall Luncheon. To join or learn more, please contact the Chair or Co-Chair. Committee Meeting Times: Third Tuesday of each month, 5:30pm-6:30pm in either a downtown Philadelphia location or suburban location. Angela Novalski, Co-Chair Nemschoff angela_novalski@nemschoff.com

7 More to know about CREW Philadelphia! WAYS TO INCREASE YOUR INVOLVEMENT If you want to make the most of your membership, get involved! You will meet a host of accomplished women who are looking for ways to connect and do business together. ANNUAL FALL LUNCHEON The Annual Fall Luncheon, one of Philadelphia s premiere networking events, attracts more than 600 real estate professionals each year. It is organized by representatives of the standing committees listed above as well as any CREW Philadelphia member interested in assisting. Volunteers are always needed to spearhead the various tasks of the day including: silent auction, soliciting sponsorships, working with the venue, assisting with program compilation, press coverage and more. For 2018, Melissa Wyatt will chair the event and Lynn Laurent will be the Co-Chair. Monthly meetings will be held up until the event. PHILANTHROPIC PARTNER Our community giving is centered around empowering and improving the lives of woman and/or girls who may be interested in a career in commercial real estate. Announced at the 2017 Annual Fall Luncheon, a $20,000 grant was awarded to our 2018 Philanthropic Partner, YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School. During the 2018 calendar year, CREW Philadelphia will work with YouthBuild to provide mentorship to young students in Philadelphia. Please contact the Outreach Committee for additional information. RECRUIT NEW MEMBERS Help grow CREW Philadelphia by suggesting membership to women and men who you feel would be assets to the organization. All prospective members must attend two CREW Philadelphia events/meetings within 12 months prior to applying, so invite friends and co-workers to an event! categories and costs are listed at: crewphiladelphia.org/membership SPONSORSHIP Consider aligning your brand with CREW Philadelphia s mission and investing in the chapter s future successes with a sponsorship and/or personal pledge. Sponsorship opportunities are available for every budget. Find out more information at: crewphiladelphia.org/sponsorship EXCITING INITIATIVES FOR 2018 The unveiling of a new strategic plan will occur in spring/summer of The strategic plan task force, led by independent consultants, is hard at work collecting data and research to devise a plan to help CREW Philadelphia grow and achieve its mission during the next few years. Development of a UCREW event to educate college women in the field of real estate on the many diverse opportunities CREW Philadelphia and its members can offer these young women through mentorship, and information on scholarships, internships and career opportunities. The CREW Philadelphia website is being redesigned and will soon look and feel like the new CREW Network website. Improvements will be made to integrate our chapter site with social media platforms, CREW Network, and the CREWBiz Community.

8 CREW Philadelphia at CREW Network Convention in Houston, Texas One of CREW Philadelphia Tours In Old City CREW Philadelphia members kick off 2018 with coffee meet ups in King of Prussia and Center City 2018 CREW Philadelphia Board of Directors GET INVOLVED GET CONNECTED GET THE MOST FROM YOUR MEMBERSHIP