Board of Directors

CREW Chicago is managed by a Board of Directors who work together to set and accomplish the chapter’s strategic goals—helping to advance the success of women in commercial real estate. Serving on the CREW Chicago Board of Directors is a unique opportunity for leadership and networking among other ambitious women and men working in the commercial real estate field.
Reasons to Serve:

• Increased visibility within the CRE industry
• Leadership skills and experience that benefit you and your company
• Impact on the future of women in CRE
• Expanded professional connections
• Opportunity to influence the direction of CREW Chicago

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Nomination Committee and Process

Each summer the President petitions nominations for the coming year’s available Board positions and establishes a Nominating Committee.  

Nominations to the Board of Directors begin with a confidential application, in which members will state their intentions and select their desired leadership positions.  A summary of CREW Chicago Board Positions can be found here.  A brief interview might be conducted with those members seeking a board director position.

Following the application submission deadline, the Nominating Committee assembles virtually for a two-hour session for application review and discussion.

Appointments are made that day and announced following a membership-wide survey and approval of the selected slate, conducted via email.

The typical timeline:

• June/July – Nominations accepted.
• July – Applications are completed by nominated candidates.
• August – Nominating Committee convenes and determines the recommended slate.
• September – Board slate submitted to membership for approval.  
• Self-nominations are strongly encouraged.  Candidates for any Board position must be a Full or Civic member. 

One way to prepare for a board position is to join and Chair or Co-chair one of CREW Chicago’s various committees. Read more about committee responsibilities here.

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