Register for one or both classes. A box lunch will be provided to those that register for both courses.
Following the afternoon class there will be an informal meet-up at Brix Tavern in Tualatin.
Intro to Commercial Real Estate | 9:00 am - Noon | 3 Hours CE
This class will:
- Focus on the differences between commercial and residential real estate
- Differentiate between types of commercial real estate investment markets and sectors
- Assess common real estate investment analysis tools
- Evaluate common lease clauses
- Develop the skills needed for a successful commercial real estate career
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Instructor: Lydia Bennett, CCIM
Lydia Bennett, CCIM, CPM, is a commercial real estate specialist who provides brokerage and advisory services to investors, users, developers, and owners. Bennett's extensive experience ranges from the investor and user brokerage/advisory to analysis and recommendation of different real estate decision alternatives. She has analyzed a warehouse conversion from industrial to medical office and lab space; handled analysis and sales of multi tenant office buildings; negotiated long-term leases for industrial, office, retail, and warehouse owners and users; and worked with landowners (including tribal lanations) on entitling and developing raw land for development.
Bennett's past roles include working for two regional developers, Trillium Corporation and Crown Point Development; president of Saratoga Commercial Real Estate; and director of real estate for the Port of Bellingham, including being a part of the brownfield waterfront redevelopment team.
Today, she is owner/president of Commercial Real Estate West Coast in Bellingham, Wash., where she works with numerous clients providing site selection, investment, brokerage, development, and financial analysis consultation services.
She is a senior instructor for The CCIM Institute, who teaches domestically and internationally, and separately has helped develop and provide corporate training for national and international commercial real estate firms. She is on the Western Washington University (WWU) College of Business and Economics (CBE) Executive Advisory Board and is a guest lecturer. She was a finalist for Businesswoman of the Year (2003), was recognize in her community as a “Mover and Shaker” (2004), was named one of the top Seattle Power Women in the commercial real estate industry by Seattle Bisnow (2016), and most recently was named as a Commercial Real Estate Woman of Influence by GlobeSt.com (2021).
Intro to Leasing | 1:00pm - 4:00pm | 3 Hours CE
This interactive course is designed for new or residential brokers entering the commercial real estate field. The class covers the fundamental aspects of leasing retail, industrial, and office spaces, equipping you with the foundational knowledge and tools needed to succeed. Led by seasoned CCIM professionals, you’ll gain the confidence to understand and navigate the complexities of commercial leasing.
Upon completing the course, you will leave with an LOI (Letter of Intent) template and insider tips to jumpstart your journey.
Instructors:
Carl Grending, CCIM
Carl Grending, CCIM, is a highly accomplished commercial real estate broker with over a decade of experience in the industry. As Vice President at SVN/Imbrie Realty, Inc., Carl has successfully managed transactions worth hundreds of millions of dollars, specializing in the leasing, acquisition, and sale of retail, industrial, and office properties. His deep expertise in the retail sector has made him a go-to advisor for investors and business owners looking to align their real estate portfolios with their strategic objectives.
Carl holds an MBA with a focus in Finance, and he is a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), a designation that highlights his advanced knowledge and expertise in financial and investment analysis within commercial real estate. His approach to real estate is analytical and data-driven, ensuring that every deal not only meets but exceeds his clients' expectations.
Carl has a proven track record of working with prominent brands such as Jack in the Box, Firehouse Subs, Valvoline, Fastenal, and Domino’s, providing them with strategic insights and custom-tailored solutions to meet their real estate needs. His background as a Senior Vice President for a public company, combined with his hands-on experience managing smaller firms, gives him a comprehensive understanding of business operations, contract negotiation, and organizational strategy.
In this class, Carl will leverage his extensive experience and industry knowledge to guide new and transitioning brokers through the complexities of commercial leasing. Attendees will benefit from his real-world insights, learning the essential skills required to successfully lease retail, industrial, and office spaces. Carl is passionate about mentoring the next generation of commercial real estate professionals and is committed to helping them build a solid foundation for a successful career.
Join Carl in this practical and engaging course to gain the tools and confidence you need to thrive in the competitive world of commercial real estate leasing.
Karen Koppel, CCIM
Karen Koppel, CCIM, is a commercial real estate broker with Aligned Commercial Real Estate. Her experience in leasing ranges from office and medical to retail and industrial from both the landlord and tenant perspectives. Her past experience working on venue use agreements for the Olympics and as an architect gave her an advantage when starting her career in commercial real estate and eventually earning her CCIM designation.