Remembering Peggy Brooks Smith – It was with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Peggy Brooks Smith, a true pioneer and beloved member of the CREW DC community. Peggy was a trailblazer in commercial real estate, becoming the first woman to lead a major division of a regional firm, Shannon & Luchs, and serving as one of the founding members and early presidents of CREW DC from 1983 to 1984. Peggy’s career spanned over five decades, marked by her remarkable achievements, including earning the prestigious Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Designation and serving as Vice President of Investments at Marcus & Millichap. Yet, beyond her professional accomplishments, Peggy was known for her vibrant spirit, boundless energy, and unwavering commitment to advancing the role of women in our industry. She was a constant presence at CREW events, always ready to lend a hand, offer guidance, and inspire others. Her dedication to CREW DC and the broader commercial real estate community helped lay the foundation for what our organization is today. Peggy’s generosity, mentorship, and courtesy enriched the lives of all who had the privilege to know her. She made everyone feel important and valued, leaving a lasting impact on our community and beyond. We are incredibly grateful for Peggy’s contributions and the legacy she leaves behind. She was not only a leader but also a role model, a mentor, and a friend to many. Her memory will continue to inspire us all to strive for excellence and to support each other, just as she did. Thank you, Peggy, for everything you’ve done. You will be deeply missed, but your spirit and influence will remain with us always. To learn more about Peggy’s extraordinary journey and lasting legacy, visit her obituary here: https://bit.ly/4e5WayX
CREW DC
Leasing Non-residential Real Estate
Washington, DC 3,457 followers
Transforming the commercial real estate industry by advancing the achievements of all women.
About us
Our mission is to influence and transform the commercial real estate industry by advancing women. We do this by Engaging, Including and Developing our members and stakeholders; Fostering the success of women in communities we serve; Sustaining CREW DC as a powerful, influential and supportive association for the women in the commercial real estate industry. Diversity, equity and inclusion are woven into our fiber, driving creativity and innovation. We envision a diverse and inclusive membership that nurtures belonging, cultivates connections, fosters growth, celebrates difference, and develops leaders in commercial real estate. Founded in 1979, CREW DC today has more than 600 members and is the largest chapter of CREW Network. CREW Network is the international association for women in commercial real estate and represents more than 12,000 women (and men) in chapters across more than 80 major markets. For more information, visit the CREW DC website at www.crewdc.org, and follow CREW DC on Twitter @crewwashdc and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/crewdc.org/.
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http://www.crewdc.org
External link for CREW DC
- Industry
- Leasing Non-residential Real Estate
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1979
- Specialties
- commercial real estate, urban planning, architecture, real estate law, commercial brokerage, real estate development, masterplanning, landscape architecture, financing, banking, property management, construction, asset management, corporate real estate, engineering, investment management, risk management, environmental, and finance
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1015 15th Street, NW
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Washington, DC 20005, US
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Member Spotlight: Serena Sowers, Senior Vice President at Marsh Colleen M. Niese, SPHR, CPP, CEO of Colonial Parking, praises Serena as this month’s standout member: “Serena has been instrumental in facilitating a fairly comprehensive RFP process on behalf of the CREW DC board. From day one, she’s been extremely generous with her time, thoughtful in her approach, and made a difference in the overall quality of the deliverables. Thanks, Serena – you are one in a million!” Inspired by a CREW member who demonstrates extraordinary commitment? Nominate them for our next monthly feature and help us celebrate those making a meaningful impact in our community. Click here to get started: https://bit.ly/48urfJm #CREWDC #CommunityImpact #MemberSpotlight #WomenSupportingWomen
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Take a few minutes to hear from Sadhvi Subramanian (Past President, Member and Sponsor of CREW DC) about her career journey and how membership and involvement in CREW made a real difference. Her conversation with Wendy Mann at CREW Network is linked here. CREW DC is grateful for Sadhvi's support and involvement since 2007 - she's an inspiration to us all. #mentorship #networking #womenleaders #impact
Our latest #CREWcast episode features Sadhvi Subramanian, VP, Commercial Real Estate Regional Manager East, U.S. Bank. Listen as she shares how her involvement with #CREW has been pivotal in her career growth and insights on the value of investing in women's professional development in #CRE: https://ow.ly/u7l850SSWU6 #crewomen #womeninrealestate
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EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT! We're excited to introduce our lineup of exceptional industry professionals who will be speaking at our Affordable Housing Summit on September 19th. Join us for insightful discussions and expert analyses as we explore the critical issues surrounding affordable housing. 🔗 Click here to register and secure your spot today: https://bit.ly/3WGMMdT Details: Thursday, September 19th 8am to 12pm 670 Maine Ave, SW - The Wharf Penthouse OVERVIEW PANEL Moderator ▪️Kristin Niver | Real Estate and Tax Credit Counsel, Thompson Coburn LLP Public Finance Overview ▪️Emily Cadik | CEO, Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition U.S. Housing Overview ▪️Jeff Olivet | Executive Director, U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) ▪️Nichele Carver | Senior Regional Advisor, U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) Public Policy Overview ▪️Julia Gordon | Assistant Secretary for Housing and Federal Housing Commissioner, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development FINANCING PANEL Moderator ▪️Cherie Santos-Wuest | Managing Partner, Celadon Venture Advisors Panelists ▪️Adam Cohen | Senior Vice President, R4 Capital LLC ▪️Lisa Davis | Partner - Real Estate and Head of Asset Management, The Vistria Group ▪️Alecia Hill, MPA | Vice President + Impact Investments, FCP ▪️Nathan D. Taft | Partner + Chief Investment Officer, Jonathan Rose Companies DEVELOPMENT PANEL Moderator ▪️Genevieve Hanson | CEO, H & H Realty Group Panelists ▪️Don Peebles | Executive Vice President, The Peebles Corporation ▪️Eric W. Price | President, The NHP Foundation #CREWDC #AffordableHousing #ProfessionalNetworking #EconomicDevelopment #IndustryLeaders
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This week’s Sponsor Spotlight features two partners from one of our Platinum Sponsors, Arnold & Porter, highlighting the work of Amy Rifkind and Jennifer Perkins. ✔️ Project Overview: The redevelopment of the former WMATA headquarters at 600 5th St. NW in Washington, DC is set to transform the building into a cutting-edge center for health, wellness, and workplace innovation. ✔️ Key Contributions: Amy Rifkind negotiated the intricate ground lease with WMATA, laying a strong foundation for this transformative project while Jennifer Perkins represented the anchor office tenant, securing a strategic lease that aligns with the evolving demands of modern business. ✔️ Spotlight on Arnold & Porter: Arnold & Porter combines sophisticated regulatory, litigation, and transactional capabilities to resolve clients’ most complex issues. Its Band 1-ranked Chambers USA DC Real Estate practice is one of the premier real estate practices in the metro area, having for several decades handled many of the largest, most challenging, and sophisticated transactions that have shaped the remarkable growth of this region. We are incredibly grateful for their ongoing support of CREW DC and our mission to advance the achievements of all women in commercial real estate. Click here to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities: https://bit.ly/3s9tH96 #WomenInCRE #CREWDC #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateTransactions #CommercialLeasing #WashingtonDC
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Celebrating National Women’s Equality Day In 1973, spurred by the advocacy of Rep. Bella Abzug, US Congress designated August 26th as “Women’s Equality Day” to commemorate the certification of the nineteenth amendment in 1920, which secured the right for women to vote in the United States. Today, we reflect on the considerable progress made toward gender equality and the crucial role that diverse voices play in driving change across all sectors of society. Let us continue to champion inclusivity and work together towards achieving true equality. Join us in recognizing this pivotal moment in history and reaffirming our commitment to fostering an equitable industry that advances the achievements of ALL women. #WomensEqualityDay #CREWDC #AdvancingWomen #GenderEquality
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The excitement is building! Mark your calendars for the 2024 CREW DC Awards celebration on November 7th at the International Spy Museum. Each year, we honor outstanding individuals and companies in the CRE industry, from pioneers of DEI initiatives to visionary deal-makers and creators of noteworthy projects across the DC metro area. 🔗 Discover more about the event and explore the award categories here: https://bit.ly/3PFl65N 🗳️ Submit your nominations here: https://bit.ly/464dj9f #LeadershipExcellence #CommercialRealEstate #DCRealEstate #WashingtonDC
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Join us for the EmpowHer Soirée 2nd Annual Auction on Tuesday, September 10th, featuring both silent and live auctions in support of the CREW Network Foundation! This event champions the advancement of women in commercial real estate and empowers our future leaders. Your support enables us to: ✅ Conduct vital industry research and share insights with our CREW members. ✅ Implement outreach efforts that open doors to rewarding and lucrative career opportunities. ✅ Provide college scholarships to aspiring female leaders pursuing careers in CRE. 🔗 Discover the ways you can contribute to this event and register to secure your spot today: https://bit.ly/3LpQ6or Thank you to our venue host, Tishman Speyer. #CREWDC #CommercialRealEstate #FutureLeaders #CareerOpportunities #SupportingWomen
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As part of our Sponsor Spotlight series, we invite our sponsors to highlight individuals within their organizations who exemplify the mission of CREW DC – advancing the achievements of all women in commercial real estate. This week, we’re proud to feature Angela Poliskey, LEED AP BD C, PMP, Sr. Director of Project & Development Services at Cushman & Wakefield, one of our esteemed Platinum Sponsors. Angela is an active member of the Women’s Integrated Network (WIN) and has excelled both as a mentor and mentee. Selected for the LEAD Training Program by Project Development Services (PDS), she has honed her leadership skills and thrived in her role specializing in Government Services. Angela’s dedication was recently recognized when she was named a Cushman & Wakefield Top Performer and PDS Excellence Award Winner. Cushman & Wakefield, a global leader in commercial real estate services with over 50,000 professionals worldwide, consistently supports our chapter’s mission by advancing women and diverse groups within the industry. We are incredibly grateful for their ongoing commitment to CREW DC. #CommercialRealEstate #WomenLeaders #CorporateSponsorship #WomenInCRE
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Annually, the CREW DC Awards honor standout individuals and organizations in commercial real estate who not only excel in their fields but also make significant strides in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We also celebrate those involved in noteworthy business transactions and impactful projects throughout the DC area. How do we discover these remarkable professionals? Through you! We invite you to submit your nominations to recognize exceptional leadership and accomplishments in our industry. Individual Categories: ▪️Emerging Leader ▪️Champion ▪️Game Changer ▪️Leader of Impact ▪️Raise Up Your Voice ▪️Member of the Year Team, Company, or Project Categories: ▪️Project Excellence ▪️Deal-Making Nominations are open until Friday, September 6th. For a list of categories and to access he submissions form, please click here: https://bit.ly/464dj9f #CREWDC #CommercialRealEstate #BusinessImpact #DEI #BusinessSuccess
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