Globe St. Economic factors are showing the U.S. industrial sector is outperforming other areas in the commercial real estate industry. Developers and investors are taking note of this trend as it is expected to continue in the upcoming year.

Globe St. A new study by Yardi Systems predicts office development will shift from urban areas to the suburbs as space tightens. Washington D.C. is expected to be among the top markets for suburban office development activity.

SIOR is pleased to introduce its new CEO, Jim Hirt, MBA, CAE. Jim comes to SIOR with more than 22 years of executive association experience managing staff and volunteer leaders representing organizations from all over the world. As SIOR’s CEO he will be responsible for the management of the Society’s business office, and executing the directives set by the SIOR Board of Directors and its governance committee. Jim has a passion for real estate, education, cultivating strategic visions and SIOR is thrilled to welcome him.

Ann Santiago, TMC Las Vegas SVP of Business Development Retires After 10 Years
The Digital Journal – November 22, 2017
Ann Santiago, a member of SIOR, retires after a successful career in her industry while motivating and inspiring others along the way.

SIOR Launches First-Ever Industry Service Review Site
Citybizlist- November 21, 2017
The SIOR CRE Resource Center available to the public is described as the first of its kind!

SIOR Launches First-Ever Crowd-Sourced Industry Service Review Site
The News Funnel - November 21, 2017
Providing industry members with the knowledge and resources they need to improve their businesses, the launch of the CRE Resource Center is described as a groundbreaking service. 

Updated: SIOR Inducts 2018 Board of Directors
SIOR installed its 2018 officers during its Fall World Conference. A list of all 2018 officers can be found here.

 

Best SAAS Tools for Tech in B2B There has never been a better time for entrepreneurs and business owners who wish to thrive in the B2B sector.

2017 Holiday Party
When: Dec. 4, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM (PT)
Where: Arlington Club, 811 SW Salmon, Portland, OR 97205

SIOR Pittsburgh/Western Pennsylvania/Northern West Virginia Chapter Meeting
When: Dec. 5, 8:30 AM–10:00 AM (ET)
Where: Not specified

SIOR Minnesota Chapter - Member & Sponsor Appreciation Holiday Event
When: Dec. 6, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM (CT)
Where: Pittsburgh Blue, Galleria Edina, 3320 W 70th St, Edina, MN 55435

SIOR - North Texas Region Sponsorship Appreciation and Holiday Membership Meeting
When: Dec. 6, 12:00 PM–2:00 PM (CT)
Where: Truluck's 2401 McKinney, Dallas, TX 75201

SIOR Colorado Chapter Holiday Cocktails
When: Dec. 6, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM (MT)
Where: Denver Country Club, 1700 East 1st Avenue, Denver, CO 80218

CT & W MA Chapter SIOR Winter Meeting
When: Dec. 7, 4:00 PM–9:00 PM (ET)
Where: Woodway Country Club, 540 Hoyt St, Darien, CT 06820

SIOR Georgia Chapter - Holiday Party
When: Dec. 7, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM (ET)
Where: Capital City Club Brookhaven, 53 West Brookhaven Drive, N.E., Atlanta, GA 30319

European Chapter Lunch in London
When: Dec. 8, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM (GMT)
Where: Carter Jonas, One Chapel Place, London W1G 0BG, GB

Globe St. An interview with Patrick Toomey of Faris Lee Investments reveals insight on how investors can protect themselves during the midst of a retail evolution.

Phoenix Business Journal When Bill Gates invested $80 million in land, heads in the real estate industry turned. The plan for building a "smart city" is catching the attention of techies and investors around the world.

Forbes The security and regulation rules for blockchain's potential has been in question. Forbes highlights the potential impact blockchain can have on all industries.

The Architect Newspaper The development of a 1,500 acre "smart" development is underway by Developer LStar Ventures. A former Naval Air Station is being transformed into a mini "smart" city that is expected to cater to technology companies.

Propmodo Commercial real estate companies may hesitate when it comes to transferring data to the cloud. Data security is a primary factor of the hesitation. With sensitive information such as financial records and business plans, transferring to the cloud is a weighted decision.