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Bisnow
The U.S. federal government shutdown has begun to impact facets of the commercial real estate industry, from multifamily loans to government contracts to retail spending — and the effects could be greater if it does not end soon.
Commercial Observer
The owners of the landmark skyscraper – Tishman Speyer and an Abu Dhabi government fund – have tapped CBRE to market the storied office tower located at 405 Lexington Avenue, across the street from Grand Central Terminal.
National Mortgage News
Lagging construction, rising interest rates and the broader economy do not bode well for buyers of commercial real estate, but most CRE lenders still expect originations to increase in 2019, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Propmodo
Digital transformation is requiring real estate professionals to look at modern ways to remain competitive. Building owners, property managers and building engineers must replace outdated business operations, decision-making models and equipment to deploy innovations that will cut operational costs, improve tenant relations, increase energy efficiency and boost overall asset value.
VCD CONSTRUCCION Y DESARROLLO, SAPI DE C.V.
SIOR Happenings
  
SIOR membership allows real estate professionals to form relationships across countries to ensure trustworthy contacts and efficient deals. In this interview with John Huguenard, SIOR, learn how his work as international director, industrial capital markets at JLL and his SIOR membership enhanced his global transaction experience.
SCANNELL PROPERTIES: A BLUEPRINT FOR SUCCESS
Scannell Properties
As one of the country's premier build-to-suit and project developers, Scannell Properties prides itself on creating more than buildings - we build solutions that matter. A privately owned real estate development and investment company, Scannell Properties is proud to have completed development projects in 44 states and 3 Canadian provinces.
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5 ways to expand your skills in 2019
RISMedia – Jan. 6, 2019
RIS Media outlines some of the best ways for CRE pros to leap into the new year! What’s one of their biggest recommendations? Become an SIOR, of course!

SIOR Chicago appoints 2019 executive board, announces scholarships 
RE Journals (Illinois) – Jan. 4, 2019
In addition to electing a new executive board for 2019, the Chicago Chapter of SIOR awarded $15,000 in scholarships to five college students.

SIOR Chicago Chapter names 2019 executive board 
Chicago Daily Herald – Jan. 4, 2019
The Chicago Chapter of SIOR has named its 2019 executive board. See which SIORs will be representing SIOR's presence in the Windy City this year.

 

   
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Upcoming Events

Milwaukee Developments & Harbor District Transformation
When: Jan. 15 from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. (CT)
Where: 88Nine Radio Milwaukee, 220 E. Pittsburgh Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53204

SIOR Minnesota Chapter - Wild Game
When: Jan. 17 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (CT)
Where: TBD

SIOR Minnesota Chapter - Ryan Program
When: Feb. 8 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. (CT)
Where: TBD 

2019 SIOR Carolinas Spring Conference
Starts: Feb. 21 at 3 p.m. (ET)
Ends: Feb. 22 at 12:15 p.m. (ET)
Where: The Ritz-Carlton, 201 E. Trade St., Charlotte, NC 28202

SIOR Western PA Brokerage Awards - Honoring Deals of 2018
When: Feb. 28 from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. (ET) 
Where: The River's Club, 301 Grant Street, Suite 411, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

 

Bright Ideas

Harvard Business Review
There are three things you can do today that will put you in a better position to manage strategic ambiguity: Take pragmatic action, cultivate emotional steadiness and tap into others’ expertise.
CBS Sunday Morning
Approximately 70 percent of U.S. workspaces are set up as open, where architectural walls disappear, stripping any creative boundaries between you and your cubicled colleagues. 
 
Idaho Business Review
Doing good for the environment, such as reducing water use, energy consumption and waste, saves significant money in the commercial real estate sector. And it’s more than just fixing leaks.