WCREW - Wisconsin Commercial Real Estate Women

WCREW Member on the Move! Congratulations to Katherine Kawczynski, AIA, NCARB who was recently promoted to Executive Vice President of Professional Services at VJS Construction Services, Inc. Click this link to read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/gCHacZ77 Join us in celebrating Katie's achievement! Drop a comment to send your congratulations! ?? #WCREW #WomenWhoLead #LevelUp #Leadership

?? New Member Spotlight: Jennifer Johnson ?? Please join us in welcoming Jennifer Johnson to WCREW! With 11 years of experience in marketing and business development, Jennifer took time off to be a stay-at-home mom and has now ventured into the landscaping industry. She’s passionate about building relationships, content creation, and brand awareness. ?? Her top networking tip? ?"Have and practice your '30-second commercial.' When you first meet someone, you have 30 seconds to tell them what you do—anything more is too much for a first introduction." Eager to learn from experienced women in the industry, Jennifer looks forward to growing both personally and professionally through WCREW connections. Fun Facts About Jennifer: ?? First Job: Working on a farm ??? Hobbies: Painting, reading, traveling, playing games, and hanging out with her chickens ???? Favorite Restaurant: Champs Americana in Brookfield ??? Top Festival: Summerfest ???? Favorite Vacation Spot: Florida Keys & the Bahamas ??? Currently Reading: Finding Me by Viola Davis ??? Creative Inspiration: Frida Kahlo Let’s give Jennifer a warm WCREW welcome in the comments! ?? ?? #WCREW #Networking #NewMember

Volunteers Needed! WCREW & Marquette University Speed Networking ?? April 3 | ? 4:15 – 6:30 PM | ?? O'Brien Hall, Marquette University Connect. Inspire. Mentor. Join WCREW and Marquette University for an engaging Speed Networking Night, where CRE professionals can share insights, expand their network, and help shape the future of the industry. Light snacks & soft drinks provided. Don’t miss this chance to make a lasting impact! #WCREW #MarquetteUniversity #CRENetworking #Mentorship #FutureLeaders

Join Us in Celebrating WCREW’s 2025 Community Impact Award Winner! We are proud to recognize Outreach Community Health Centers as the recipient of WCREW’s 2025 Community Impact Award! Designed by Continuum Architects + Planners, S.C. and built by JCP Construction, Outreach Community Health Centers provides essential, accessible healthcare for all—regardless of insurance status. Their expanded programs address the full spectrum of patient needs, serving individuals experiencing homelessness, extreme poverty, and lack of insurance. Join us at the WCREW Impact Awards on Friday, May 2nd, at the Brookfield Conference Center as we celebrate the meaningful impact this project has on our community. ?? Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gSexhHmW

WCREW had the opportunity to learn about the incredible ThriveOn Collaboration—a project dedicated to creating a space that truly meets community needs. From thoughtful tenant mix and gathering spaces to local art, fresh healthy food, and the transformation of an underutilized asset, the impact is undeniable! A huge thank you to ThriveOn Collaboration, Engberg Anderson Architects, Tom Joy, and Heather Balistrieri for sharing the journey, challenges, and vision behind this project and for walking us through the space. Truly inspiring! #CommunityFirst #CRE #ThriveOnCollaboration #WCREW Jean Casey Beth Daniel Lexie Epperson Meena Granado Kim M (Kohlmeier) Guerrero, FMP Shawn Jeanquart Tonia Stavedahl Egle Vaske Catina Vaughn Sara Wajgel Melissa Waters Jason Waters Sr. Shari Engstrom

WCREW Member on the Move! Congratulations to Martha Ziegler on her new role as Territory Manager for ergoCentric, covering IL/WI/MN! ergoCentric is dedicated to the science of sitting, providing ergonomic solutions for healthcare, manufacturing, and corporate environments. Wishing you all the best in this exciting new chapter, Martha! ?? ?#WCREW #WomenInCRE #CareerMoves #Networking

The Event of the Year is Here! WCREW Impact Awards: Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence Get ready for THE must-attend event of the year! The WCREW Impact Awards is marking 25 years of excellence, and we want YOU to be part of this milestone celebration. ?? Date: Friday, May 2, 2025 ? Time: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM ?? Location: Brookfield Conference Center, Brookfield, WI This is more than just an awards ceremony—it’s a powerful gathering of 250+ industry professionals, where we’ll celebrate game-changing real estate developments and honor the leaders shaping Wisconsin’s future. ?? RSVP today and be part of this extraordinary celebration! Let’s honor 25 years of excellence—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! #WCREWImpactAwards #CRE #Networking #RealEstate #Leadership

Scholarship Alert – Invest in Your Future in CRE! ? WCREW, a proud chapter of CREW Network, is dedicated to advancing women in commercial real estate.?As we strive to support the next generation of female professionals, we're thrilled to announce a fantastic scholarship opportunity provided by CREW Network Foundation! ? The CREW Network Foundation Scholarship Program is here to empower female students on their journey towards a university-level education and a promising career in commercial real estate.?Thanks to the generosity of donors and the Linda Hollemon Scholarship Endowment, they'll be awarding twenty-five $5,000 undergrad and fifteen $10,000 graduate academic scholarships in 2025. ? Applications are OPEN until April 2!?Don't miss this chance to invest in your future and make strides in the world of CRE. Click the link below to check eligibility criteria and apply now: ? ?? Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/gi4n_t4S Help us spread the word! ?? Tag and share this information with students aspiring to make waves in the commercial real estate industry. Let's build a strong community of empowered women in CRE! ? #WCREW #CREWNetwork #ScholarshipOpportunity #WomenInCRE #EmpowerHerFuture #chooseCRE

Join Us for WCREW’s ThriveOn King Property Tour! WCREW is excited to invite you to an exclusive tour of ThriveOn King, the stunning transformation of the historic Gimbels-Schuster’s building on King Drive. This innovative, community-driven project is focused on creating a more equitable, healthy, and thriving Milwaukee. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from Heather Balistrieri and Tom Joy of Engberg Anderson Architects as they share insights on the design and architecture of this incredible development. ?? Reserve your spot today and be part of a project that’s reshaping Milwaukee’s future! #WCREW #ThriveOnKing #CRE #CommunityDevelopment #Milwaukee #Networking #RealEstate #Architecture #Innovation #CREProfessionals