AAREP DC

Save the date! The 19th Annual AAREP DC Gala is coming, and we’re turning it up a notch. This year’s theme is Celebrating Timeless Excellence: Mapping the Path Forward. It will be a night of honoring the past, celebrating the present, and envisioning the future. You won’t want to miss it! Stay tuned for more details. #AAREPGala2024 #TimelessExcellence #RealEstateExcellence #GalaTime #BreakingNews #AAREPDCproud

We are excited to invite you to a CBC Networking Reception hosted by AAREP DC! Join us for an evening of networking with fellow commercial real estate professionals and policymakers from across the nation. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details! We look forward to seeing you there! #CBC #AAREPDCproud #CBCreception #Networking #policymakers #DC #realestateprofessionals

We’re excited to announce that H2 Design Build is joining AAREP as a 2024 Bronze Sponsor! H2 Design Build LLC. an award-winning construction and development company, continues to make its mark as one of the fastest-growing firms in the DC metropolitan area. From consulting and design to development and building, H2 has been involved in every type of construction project imaginable, both commercial and residential. Their commitment to excellence ensures that clients receive top-tier service and a final product that stands apart from the rest. Whether partnering on a new project or seeking expert advice, H2 delivers with integrity and innovation. We’re thrilled to have them on board as we continue to support and empower Black real estate professionals in our community! #AAREPDCProud #AAREP2024 #H2DesignBuild #BronzeSponsor #BuildingExcellence #RealEstateDevelopment

Are you ready to take your commercial real estate career to new heights? AAREP DC is thrilled to present a wide range of exciting new job opportunities from top employers in the industry. Our job board features at least 17 diverse positions from leading companies in our market, each offering unique roles that are perfect for your skills and expertise. Our featured opportunities include positions with:   - The Housing Partnership Network - Dantes Partners  - JBG Smith  - JLL To see available positions, visit the link below! https://lnkd.in/giqrBt84 #AAREPDC #AAREPDCproud #JobOpportunities #RealEstateCareers #JobBoard 

#TBT to an incredible summer kickoff event hosted by the AAREP Young Professionals Committee (YPC)! Over 70 ambitious young professionals from across the DMV came together to connect, learn, and pave the way for the future of real estate.   The evening was highlighted by an inspiring panel featuring our YPC co-chairs: Nigel Crayton, Senior Director at Greysteel; Brian Bracey, Development Associate at Jair Lynch; and Chanel Bostic, Real Estate Investor and Marketing Consultant. Their stories of resilience, innovation, and success showcased the potential of the next generation in the real estate world.   As we invest in these emerging leaders, we're excited to build the future of real estate in DC and beyond. The energy and passion in the room were a testament to the bright future ahead.   Visit the link below to read our latest newsletter! Dive into more highlights from this event and discover the other amazing work AAREP has been doing this summer. https://lnkd.in/exUzUDjW   #AAREP #AAREPDCproud #RealEstate #NextGenLeaders #Networking #Community #Inspiration #YoungProfessionals #DMV

We went to welcome our newest silver sponsor, Gilbane Development Company! The Gilbane Development Company is the real estate development, financing, and ownership arm of Gilbane, Inc., a 154-year-old family-owned company. With over $8 billion in development and more than 20,000 units of housing completed/underway, Gilbane Development Company’s projects incorporate every aspect of real estate, including multifamily housing (affordable housing, market-rate apartments, and student housing); single-family residential communities; mixed-used developments; healthcare facilities; K-12 schools; government facilities; garage/parking areas; corporate headquarters; and, many types of facilities delivered through public-private partnerships. We're honored to have the Gilbane Development Company on board as we work together to empower African American real estate professionals and strengthen our communities. #AAREPDCProud #AAREP2024 #RealEstateLeadership #CommunityEmpowerment #BuildingTogether

Demystifying the World of Valuations - Negotiating Equity and Debt," was the final chapter of our 3-part valuations series, in partnership with ULI Washington and CREW DC. The panelists shared incredible insights and it was a powerful discussion! AAREP Board member, Julia Stevenson, Head of Acquisitions at Langdon Park Capital, served as the moderator and led the discussion with finesse. We want to thank our panelists, Lynda Gallagher, Senior Managing Director at Cushman & Wakefield Valuation & Advisory; Stephanie Wiggins, Managing Director & Head of Production, Agency Lending at PGIM Real Estate; Past AAREP President Carisa Stanley Beatty, First Vice President, Amalgamated Bank and Larry Hentz, Executive Director of Business Development. From breaking down market inequities to revealing best practices in capital negotiation, this event illuminated the critical role of accurate valuations in achieving financial success. Thank you to everyone who joined for this series! #Valuations #EquityAndDebt #CREWDC #ULIWashington #RealEstateFinance #Empowerment #CapitalMarkets #EventRecap

We would like to welcome our newest bronze sponsor Grosvenor. Active in North America for over 70 years, Grosvenor is an international property developer, owner, and investor with 345+ years of history improving property and places across many of the world’s leading cities, promoting sustainability within the built environment and enhancing the well-being of customers and communities. Thank you for your support as we continue to empower African American real estate professionals. #AAREP2024 #Grosvenor #BronzeSponsor #CommunityEmpowerment #RealEstateLeadership #AAREP #ARREPDC 

The three-part "Demystifying the World of Valuations" series, in partnership with ULI Washington and CREW DC, has been a huge success. We want to thank both organizations for partnering with us for three wonderful events and everyone who attended one of the programs!

We want to welcome Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) as one of our valued Bronze sposors for the 2024 program year. As a nonprofit developer, owner, and operator of nearly 13,000 affordable homes across twelve states and the District of Columbia, POAH is dedicated to preserving, creating, and sustaining affordable, healthy homes. With a focus on economic security, racial equity, and access to opportunity, POAH specializes in preserving existing affordable housing, new construction, and mixed-income and mixed-use redevelopments. We’re honored to have POAH’s support as we continue to empower Black real estate professionals and build stronger, more inclusive communities. #AAREP2024 #POAH #BronzeSponsor #AffordableHousing #CommunityEmpowerment #RealEstateLeadership