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May Program Summary:
Speed Networking

On May 21, 2009, over 80 CREW members and guests turned out for the 4th iteration of “Speed Networking.”  Designed to facilitate multiple face-to-face introductions among CREW members, the event gave many the opportunity to hone their networking skills as well.  Roxanne Gardner, co-owner of Network Referral Group, was our featured speaker.  Roxanne's dynamic personality and expertise in referral selling was a great introduction to a fun hour of doing what CREW members do best – network!

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CREW Networking Event – April Site Tour

On April 29, 2009 CREW DC held a Green Site Tour. The tour started at CBRE's Office (750 9th Street, NW) which is certified Gold for LEED – Commercial Interiors. Seventy-five percent (75%) of CBRE's space has daylight which helped them obtain their certification. The next stop on the tour was 1050 K St, NW which was designed by Hickock Cole. The building is certified Gold for LEED – Core & Shell. A way in which the building obtained its certification was through their green roof. By having planters and albedo pavers, the building reduces their heat island affect.  Through the planters the building collects rainwater and stores it in a cistern. The water in the cistern is then used for watering the plants in front of the building reducing the amount of potable water used. The tour ended with a reception on the roof of 1050 K Street. The event was sponsored by Lenkin, Hickock Cole, CBRE and Kimball Office.

CREW DC New Member Breakfast

CREW held its Annual New Member Breakfast on March 11, 2009 at Arent Fox's offices on Connecticut Avenue. Eileen Circo, Senior Vice President of Development for Lowe Enterprises was the special guest speaker. NRAI was the event sponsor and Arent Fox LLP was the event host.

Eileen spoke about her many years of experience in CREW and shared some of the initiatives that CREW Network is spear-heading this year. She stressed the importance and privilege of utilizing the resources we have in our fellow CREW members to seek opportunities.

Several Committee and Board members were in attendance. They all introduced themselves and asked new members to join a committee.

10+/20+ Dinner

The CREW DC Networking/Member Services Committee hosted the 10+/20+ Dinner on February 10, 2009 to honor CREW members of Washington, DC, Virginia and Maryland who have been active in CREW for ten or more years or involved in the real estate profession for twenty or more years. The event was held at the elegant Il Mulino restaurant where the evening commenced with a cocktail reception followed by a three-course dinner in the intimate private dining room. We had a wonderful gathering of 53 members who came out to meet new friends and reminisce with old ones while enjoying fine Italian cuisine and wine. The Il Mulino staff provided impeccable service and hospitality. They made every effort to cater to the group’s needs and as a highlight, the restaurant offered a free lunch for four to a lucky CREW member.

2008 CREW DC Awards Celebration
“Women of Impact – Light up the Night!”
October 29, 2008

Impact Award Recipient:
Janet Davis
Brandywine Realty Trust

Annual Achievement Award Recipient:  
Eileen Circo
Lowe Enterprises Real Estate Group, Inc.

Esprit de Corps Award Recipient:
Jenny Shtipelman
EagleBank

Rising Star Award Recipient: 
Mandi Wedin
ASB Real Estate Investments

Master of Ceremonies:
Lois Zambo
Studley

The CREW DC Awards Celebration held true to its promise of “lighting up the night”. The event was hosted in the lobby of ING Clarion's spectacular Homer Building and was attended by over 300 people. The Special Events Committee did an excellent job creating an atmosphere which was fun, intimate and enjoyable. Some of the special features of the event included a DJ from New York , a sparkling disco ball hung over top the bar, and comfortable but highly chic lounge furniture brought in specifically for this event. Attendees enjoyed having their drinks poured by the special guest bartenders. Bartenders included Marc Deluca, ING Clarion; Doug Olson, Monument Realty; Brad Flickinger, CBRE; Brendan Owen, Vornado/Charles E. Smith; and Neil Albert, Deputy Mayor.

President Helen Haerle and president-elect Jean Labelle kicked-off the awards celebration recognizing each of the award winners and thanking them for their commitment and dedication to CREW. Studley's Lois Zambo was Master of Ceremonies and had the pleasure of introducing the award recipients. Each spoke about how much CREW DC has given back to them both professionally and personally. Janet Davis was awarded the prestigious Impact Award and delivered a very emotional speech. She thanked everyone who helped her achieve all she has in her career including, other CREW members who have become dear friends over the years and her teammates at Brandywine Realty Trust. It was a special night for CREW DC to honor and thank all the award winners who have given so much to CREW and have helped shape CREW DC to be the successful organization it is today.

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