Connect Media Research compiled by SIOR reveals an index that’s risen to the highest value since its creation in 2005, powered by gains in business investments, consumer spending, exports and government spending.

Business Insider The commercial real estate giant Cushman & Wakefield has filed for an initial public offering. The filing, published on June 20, shows that the company is betting on the continued growth of commercial real estate around the world and greater participation from institutional investors in the property market.

Bisnow The current development cycle has stretched longer than many thought possible, and office construction is still going quite strong.

Forbes Real Estate Council Real estate technology (or proptech) is quickly becoming its own category in startup world. New VC firms have raised hundreds of millions of dollars to invest solely in real estate tech. Here's why their focusing on the real estate industry.

How SIOR membership saved a company
Commercial Observer – June 18, 2018
(Sponsored) Reported that Brian Ball credited SIOR seminars as saving his company, Larson, Ball & Gould, during the late 1980s. He also noted the network SIOR membership brings.

Real Estate: Berkadia secures more than $19 million for Arizona multifamily property
Inside Tucson Business – June 22, 2018
SIOR member Rob Glaser represented the buyer in a transaction with Presson Corp. and United City Tucson Church. SIOR members Stephen D. Cohen and Russell W. Hall represented PPG Architectural Finishes Inc. in renewing its lease. 

Des Moines industrial sector can compete with other tech-centric markets
REBusinessOnline – June 21, 2018
An article written by Chris Pendroy reporting on a SIOR conference in Austin, Texas, noted that Iowa can compete with other tech-centered markets.

Business Notes: June 23
The Virginia Gazette – June 22, 2018
SIOR member Dawn F. Griggs represented William & Mary Real Estate and Chico in renewing its lease. SIOR member Andy Dallas represented Visiting Physicians of America, Grace Hospice of America and Pinnacle Senior Care of Virginia in the renewal of their leases.

Robert Cleary of Colliers awarded the CRE credential from the Counselors of Real Estate
Boston Real Estate Times – June 19, 2018
SIOR member Robert Cleary was awarded the Counselor of Real Estate (CRE) credential by the Counselors of Real Estate.

People this Week: New hires, promotions, awards
New Orleans City Business – June 20, 2018
SIOR members Gerard Henry, Duff Friend, David Quinn and James Barse received awards from the Commercial Investment Division of the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors. 

Port Houston names chief commercial officer
Daily American Online – June 18, 2018
SIOR member John Moseley was named the new chief commercial officer of terminal operator Port Houston.

Summer 2018 SIOR Report now available In the latest edition of the SIOR Report, SIOR members and expert commercial real estate brokers around the globe share their advice and opinions.

VIDEO: I am SIOR SIORs are the most capable and experienced industrial and office brokerage practitioners in any market – delivering best-in-class service to clients while working together to advance the industry. 

Join SIOR in the Mile High City, Denver, Colorado, Oct. 11-13 for the commercial real estate event of the fall – the 2018 SIOR Fall World Conference. A robust program of educational sessions and not-to-be-missed networking events is being planned, and you will not want to miss the conference.

Click here for complete details and to register now!

 

SIOR Indiana | Kentucky Recruit Boat Cruise
When: July 12 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (ET)
Where: White River Yacht Club, 7108 Fitch Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46240

Middle and East Tennessee SIOR Work & Play Day
When: July 18 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (CT)
Where: Nashville Gun Club, 1100 County Hospital Rd., Nashville, TN 37218

SIOR Philadelphia Chapter Annual Meeting
When: July 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (ET)
Where: Seasons 52 Restaurant, 160 N Gulph Rd., #101, King of Prussia, PA 19406

SIOR Minnesota Chapter - DT Office Crawl
When: Aug. 1 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. (CT)

2018 SIOR Great Lakes Regional Networking Event
Starts: Aug. 21 at 11:30 a.m. (ET)
Ends: Aug. 22 at 11:30 a.m. (ET)
Where: Omni-Louisville, Kentucky, 200 W. Liberty St., Louisville, KY 40202

GlobeSt. Demand for last-mile industrial space is exploding, thanks in large part to e-commerce giant Amazon’s growing need for fulfillment and distribution space. Here’s why that might be a good thing for urban and suburban markets.

Propmodo The scientific community is largely united in the prediction that sea levels will continue to rise. This creates a huge risk for many coastal properties that should be factored into their value since, as every investor knows, the price of an asset reflects current and future risk.

ATD Everyone learns differently; every employee, and even every team, has a different way of digesting and retaining information. Use these ideas to diversify your learning and ensure that everyone is able to make the most of growing opportunities.