Committee Members

Marissa Meisner, Allsteel (co-chair)
Kayla Erne, Chicago Title Company of Oregon (co-chair)
Jen Geltz, Township Building Services
Christine Zinkgraf, Lease Crutcher Lewis
Jennifer Lyke, Chicago Title
Michelle Fritts, Stoller Wine Group
Holly Horton, NSNW Group
Jill Henriksen, NWESI
Rhian Griffiths Wray, AssuredPartners

Purpose

The event features wines chosen and poured by local wineries, along with food pairings prepared by a local caterer and is typically held in an outdoor venue around Portland. Committee members are responsible for choosing the venue, wineries, caterer, and suppliers. This is a fun, social event and offers an opportunity to network with others in the CRE industry.

Committee Members

Erin Grodem, R&H Construction (Co-chair)
Paige Camacho, Truebeck Construction (Co-chair)
Desiree Flanary, Ryan
Lorraine Glynn, BCRA Design
Diane Swanson, Scott Edwards Architecture
Antony Nguyen, U.S. Bank
May Han, Dutch Bros.
Laura Waddick, Truebeck Construction
Channa Kim, Central Bethany
Karie Godzik, Swinerton Construction
Briana Mathias
Ashlee Muresan, Turner Construction

Purpose

If She can see it, She can be it…

CREW Careers is a platform to introduce high school girls to the many career opportunities available to them in the commercial real estate industry. The Committee is focused on connecting students to industry leaders and providing those leaders a platform to share their stories about their careers, how their careers connect them to their community, the educational and/or experiential background required and the honest truth about what it takes to flourish in those careers. Through this program we aim to increase the diversity of CRE Industry by getting young people engaged prior to college and, ultimately, increase the talent pipeline in CRE. This Committee is brand new to CREW Portland and we are looking for members to serve on the committee to help develop and deliver high engagement programming to the students as well as connect with leaders in our industry and provide them a platform to share their experience and insight.

Committee Members

Kelly Johnson (Co-chair)
Brooke Dunahugh (Co-chair)
MaryKay West, Interurban Real Estate Group

Purpose

CREW celebrates multiple approaches and points of view. We are committed to building a community of respect, dignity, fairness, empathy, acceptance, equality and sisterhood.  In our DEI journey we pledge to continuously embrace our honest intentions, strive to be vulnerable and forgiving all while embracing challenges to address systematic change with concrete actions.

Committee Members

Mariah Kiersey, Ankrom Moisan (Co-Chair)
Megan Howard, Tandem Property Management (Co-Chair)
Krystal Lee, Allen Trust Company
Alisa Pyszka, Bridge Economic Development
Elissa Looney, Perlo Construction
Megan (Clarey) Howard, Tandem Property Management
Dianne Danowski-Smith, Publix NW

Purpose

The Forecast Breakfast is CREW Portland’s premier annual event. It provides a forum for an economist and real estate professionals to discuss current issues affecting the commercial real estate market and make predictions for the coming year. Attendance for this event usually tops 350 and draws press coverage. Committee members arrange the speakers and work with them on their presentations.

Committee Members

Grace Hannemann (Co-chair)
Lera Shcheglova (Co-Chair)
Marjorie Eliason Brown
Chris Pellissier
MaryKay West
Aryn Phillips
Savannah Sinowitz

Purpose

The Future Leaders Committee works on our Mentorship Program which connects folks in the early stages of their real estate careers with industry veterans who are CREW members.  In Future Leaders, we build relationships, share best practices, and provide leadership knowledge, insight, and mentorship, to help mentees advance their real estate careers.

The Future Leaders program runs from October through May.

Future Leader Cover Letter & Dates for 24/25 Cycle
Future Leaders Mentee Application
Future Leaders Mentor Application

2022-2023 CREW Mentees and Mentors

Testimonials:

As a Portland transplant, it was important for me to get connected with an inclusive and uplifting space of experienced women in the CRE industry. I look forward to our monthly meetings where I’ve learned so much about the various aspects and careers in Commercial Real Estate from the most accomplished, caring, and passionate folks in the industry. I will treasure my time as a future leader forever as it has been an incredible experience filled with laughter, advice, support, and CRE expertise!
Kierra Wing, Assistant Real Estate Manager, CBRE, 2021-22 Mentee

The Future Leaders Mentorship Program provides exposure to and insight on our community’s CRE industry through the lens of leading men and women whose experiences are critical in understanding the diverse perspectives that have shaped and continue to shape our city’s landscape.
Melissa Cohen, Commercial Title Officer, Old Republic Title, 2020-21 Mentee

The CREW Future Leaders Program provides a platform for people who aim to step into the development world, and who want to form professional networks and learn from experienced veterans in the industry. It was a great way to apply skills we acquired in school to real-world practice. I highly recommend this program to anyone who welcomes a steep learning curve and looks forward to expanding their connections.
Xiaofei Ren, Development Associate, Guardian Real Estate Services, 2020-21 Mentee

Meeting everyone at CREW was the highlight of my year. I came into the group at the recommendation of a colleague who joined the mentorship program. Even during the pandemic CREW maintained regular meetings and collaboration opportunities. I highly recommend anyone who is a part of the Real Estate industry in any capacity to join up with this group. Being new to the industry I learned something of value from every group meeting.
Diane Swanson, Business Manager, Scott | Edwards Architecture, 2020-21 Mentee

Committee Members

Rachelle Jones, Schnitzer Properties (Co-chair)
Chelsey Boreas, GBD Architects (Co-chair)
Melisa Thompson, Schwabe
Colleen O’Hara, Wells Fargo
Traci Frankze, Kirby Nagelhaut
Christine Barkow, Patcraft
Monica Conly, Lease Crutcher Lewis

Purpose

This is a joint tournament with the Oregon/SW Washington CCIM Chapter. It is held at Langdon Farms Golf Club. The committee members help secure sponsorships, raffle prizes and determine the tournament events. Click here for more information on golf sponsorships.

Committee Members

Julie Eng, HFO Investment Real Estate (Co-Chair)
Kelsey Loverro, LRS Architects (Co-Chair)
Lacey Wright, Deering Management Group (Board Director)
Paige Tisdale, Dennis' 7 Dees Urban Plantscapes
Tyler Benoit, Crystal Greens
Sarah Lodge, Sign Agenda
Tiffany VanDyke, PuroClean
Kim Manus, KeyBank
Rhian Griffiths Wray
Rachel Pilliod, Lane Powell PC
Kim Gaube, Guardian

Purpose

The marketing committee oversees branding for the association, member profiles, and works to get CREW Portland recognized within the local commercial real estate industry. Email crewportland@gmail.com for general marketing questions.

Committee Members

Dannielle Booth, Stewart Title (co-chair)
Karen Lisignoli, Colliers (co-chair)
Kristine Connolly, Kittelson & Associates
Brandi Stevens, Fluent Design
Rachel Pilliod, Lane Powell
Melissa Hayden, Security Signs
Julie Marie, Columbia Healthcare Banking
Claudia New, Moss Adams
Gregory Fritz, PBS Engineering & Environmental

Purpose

The membership committee works to recruit and retain CREW members and to promote CREW. Committee members are responsible for hosting welcome events for new members, calling new members to welcome them and to encourage them to become involved in a committee. They greet attendees at monthly luncheons as they arrive and help people feel welcome. They also plan several member only events throughout the year. They also focus on retention by calling members annually to encourage them to renew.

Committee Members

Christine Zinkgraf, Lease Crutcher Lewis (co-chair)
Emily Leonard, Industrial Projects Consulting (co-chair)
Angel Benavidez, JHC Construction
Liz Kimbrel, Langan
Marissa Meisner, Allsteel
Beth Nguyen, Geffen Mesher
Katie Hunter, Fortis Construction
Quinn Randall, ProGrass
Amelia Palmer-Hansen, Glumac
Ashley Doty, 3J Consulting
Elaina Kim, Central Bethany Development
Elisa Ahn, Opis Architecture
Alicia Snowden, Umpqua Bank

Purpose

The programs committee develops and delivers ten timely, inspiring, educational and informative events for CREW Portland’s monthly luncheons. The committee provides members the opportunity to:

Expand professional networks through;

• Working with fellow committee members
• Inviting speakers to present and participate in panel discussions
• Engaging with community leaders and business professionals who present at CREW luncheons

Gain additional visibility for your firm and yourself by public speaking at luncheons or moderating panel discussions.

Develop program planning, interpersonal and communication skills.

Build long-lasting relationships by working closely with other committee members and industry partners.

Bring your voice to the table by sharing topics that are important to you and relevant within commercial real estate and other related industries. These luncheons are a platform to:

• Demonstrate and develop thought leadership
• Expand your creativity
• Contribute to program ideas and/or the direction of a topic based on member’s knowledge, expertise and interests in CRE related topics including, new local projects, developments etc.

Participate in an inclusive and supportive environment that empowers women to grow, learn, and engage in the commercial real estate community.

Committee Expectations Overview

• Lead one or two programs annually with the support of one or two additional committee members out of the ten programs a year that are delivered
• Suggested committee participation is two years to provide a period of learning then a period of mentoring
• Minimum requested commitment is one year
• Committee meetings are held monthly in the Portland area, typically on the 4th Tuesday of each month
• In-person attendance is highly encouraged given the nature of our brainstorming sessions. Dial-in, or video-call options are available for committee meetings.

Committee Members

Hayley Mueller, CRESA (Co-Chair)
Jesse Cathey (Co-Chair)
Colleen O'Hara, Wells Fargo
Ashika Colucy, U.S. Bank
Julie Marie, Columbia Healthcare Banking
Isla McLeod, NAI Elliott
Cheryl Springer, Old Republic Title
Carrie Perez, Wells Fargo (Director)

Purpose

The sponsorship committees main focus is securing annual sponsors, ensuring they get the most out of their benefits. Most of the work is done from September to December.