I first want to say how refreshing it was to see everyone in person at our Chapter’s Signature Event, the 29^th Annual Forecast Competition on February 10^th at the Briar Club. The Competition, led by Emily Zarcaro, Jim Sinclair and Jonathan Sanders, was extremely informative as always and ended in a fun networking happy hour this year. With the volatility in the world, it’s more important than ever for our Chapter Members to have open and frequent communication to give you the upper hand with YOUR competitors.

Our Young Professionals group also kicked off their year on February 22^nd with a networking happy hour at Moonshine Deck. If you’re a Young Professional or Student, there are reduced cost options for you to get involved in CCIM Houston/Gulf Coast – check those out here.

Also, be on the lookout for an exciting member benefit that we will be rolling out on the website over the coming weeks. As a CCIM Houston/Gulf Coast member, you will have access to a Job Resource Center that will allow you to post your resume or job opening directly to the website, putting you directly in contact with your fellow CCIM Chapter Members.

Finally, we want to be a resource to you in taking the next step toward getting your CCIM Designation, and I’m excited to announce a new initiative to help you do so if you’re still making your way through the courses or have yet to get started. As a Chapter Member, if you take at least one required course (CI 101-104) located in Houston in 2022-2023 and sit for the Designation exam by the end of 2023, the Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter will reimburse you $350 toward your CCR Course cost to sit for the exam. There’s never been a better time to get your Pin!

Highest & Best Wishes,

Kristen Wiehe, CCIM
2022 CCIM Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter President
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