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Join CREW Charlotte for an afternoon in Kannapolis! Tour Downtown Kannapolis with Irene Wong (Kannapolis EDC) and other area experts.   Stops include: Towel City Tavern Gem Theatre  Food Bank Hall Kingpin Bowling Blind Fox Lounge Swanee Theatre Stadium Loft Apartments Networking at Towel City Tavern Baseball Game at 6:30 PM Interested in staying and inviting your family to join you for Kannapolis Cannon Ballers' game at 6:30? Purchase discounted tickets in our group block here: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Crewcharlotte2    

Captain Sandy Yawn Superyacht Captain and Series Lead on "Below Deck Mediterranean"   Leadership Lessons from Captain Sandy of Bravo’s Below Deck: Navigating Troubled Waters in Changing Times Captain Sandy captured our attention as the first female superyacht captain on Bravo’s Below Deck Mediterranean, and her fascinating stories hold leadership lessons for today’s live and virtual audiences. Through 30+ years of international maritime experience, Captain Sandy has broken glass ceilings, survived near-fatal accidents on land and pirates and fires at sea. Most business leaders will never have such life-or-death challenges in their daily work. But surviving stormy seas has taught Captain Sandy many invaluable lessons on such timeless leadership principles as inspiring your crew, that failure is ok, and empowering your team to accomplish their “win” together “in the same boat.” Enduring a voyage on a 154-foot vessel requires discerning when to be tough enough to stay the course or flexible enough to circumnavigate to calmer waters – decisions all leaders are faced with every day. Throughout her career, Captain Sandy has lived by the mantra, “Wake up, Show up, Kick Ass, Repeat!”   Bio Captain Sandra Yawn (“Captain Sandy”) is a leader, hero and businesswoman whose exceptional leadership style has helped her to break through every obstacle in her path – from the glass ceilings and near-fatal accidents on land to pirates and fires at sea! As a renowned superyacht captain with over 30 years of international maritime experience, Yawn’s integrity and courage have earned her an outstanding reputation as an elite class of captain. Her unflappable leadership in the face of danger earned her recognition from the International Superyacht Society, who honored her with the prestigious Distinguished Crew Award for the bravery she exhibited in the midst of a catastrophic fire and pirate threat that occurred in 2006...

Join us for a dynamic and insightful event tailored for professionals navigating the complexities of commercial real estate transactions. We’ll kick off with a one-hour in-person CREW Network webinar viewing exploring key strategies and real-world approaches to negotiation in the commercial real estate industry. Whether you're on the leasing side, working acquisitions, or structuring joint ventures, this session will offer valuable takeaways to help you secure better outcomes for your clients or business. In a field where strategic thinking and collaboration are key, this session empowers you to lead with authority, build trust, and achieve results that benefit you, your team, and your organization. Whether navigating tough conversations, securing critical agreements, or advocating for yourself, you'll leave with practical strategies and the confidence to succeed. Gain the tools to influence outcomes, create lasting value, and make confident decisions—all while overcoming the discomfort and fear often associated with high-stakes negotiations In this 60-minute webinar, you will gain:  Influence with Impact: Learn how to position yourself as a trusted leader and build the credibility you need to drive negotiations forward. Create Value for Everyone: Master the art of crafting win-win solutions that foster collaboration and deliver exceptional outcomes. Decisive Leadership: Build confidence in making informed decisions during even the most complex negotiations. Overcome Fear & Discomfort: Tackle internal barriers head-on with proven techniques to stay poised and assertive in every conversation. Immediately following the webinar, we’ll welcome Shawn McMillan, founding attorney of McMillan PLLC, for a brief talk on how thoughtful negotiation shapes lasting deals and strong partnerships. A moderated discussion and Q&A will follow, giving attendees a chance to ask questions and share perspectives. This is a great opportunity to sharpen your skills, connect with peers, and gain insights from a leader in the industry. We hope to see you there! This event is...

Join CREW Charlotte for our  May Lunch Ladder! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advance registration is required. Space is limited so please only register if you are sure you can attend.   Price: Womble Bond Dickinson is generously providing lunch and parking for you. Location: Womble Bond Dickinson's Office     Thank You to Our Sponsor

CREW Charlotte has an exciting upcoming volunteer opportunity at the Habitat Charlotte Region ReStore! Please see details and registration instructions below. WHEN: June 6, 2025 from 10 am - 1 pm WHERE: 3326 Wilkinson Boulevard WHO: CREW Members (no one under the age of 16 WHAT: Volunteer groups typically help unload donated household items, organize and clean the donations, maintain the cleanliness and organization of the store, and assist customers with carry-outs after purchase. HOW MANY: 6 volunteers (as people register the site will inform you of how many spots are still available. SHIFT DETAILS DATE / TIME 06/06/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM LOCATION 3326 Wilkinson Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28208 Please Note: If your volunteer shift is located at the following locations, these are new roads and are not in google maps yet. Please use the alternative addresses to get you to our new developments: Abdue Knox Way or Red Hill Rd: 1029 Peachtree Rd. Charlotte, 28216 Sir Julius Ct.: 6200 Summerour Pl. Charlotte, 28214 TASK Help unload donated household items, organize, and clean the donations, place the items on the sales floor, maintain the cleanliness and organization of the store, and assist customers with carry-outs after purchase # OF SPOTS RESERVED 6 AGE REQUIREMENT No one under 16 is permitted on the work site. However, certain tasks (namely roof work) require volunteers to  be 18 or older. If you are unsure about this shift’s age requirement, please refer back to the shift listing or contact HFHCR Volunteer Services. WAIVER INFORMATION If a volunteer registers him/herself for the shift via HFHCR’s online registration system, he/she does not need to fill out a seperate waiver. However, If a HFHCR staff member or a group leader registered on his/her behalf, please have the volunteer fill out a waiver beforehand or upon arrival to...

In today's dynamic business landscape, the aviation and real estate industries share more common ground than meets the eye. "Soaring to New Heights" explores how the innovative strategies and leadership principles that propel American Airlines to success can be purposefully applied to elevate the commercial real estate sector. In its 2024 rankings, Airports Council International (ACI) placed CLT Airport #6 in the world for air traffic. American Airlines accounts for 88% of annual commercial passenger traffic at CLT and offers non-stop service from CLT to more than 178 destinations in 27 countries. Meet the leaders of American’s Corporate Real Estate team and learn more about CLT’s competitive position for air service and plans to accommodate continued growth in the terminal, airfield, and airspace. Join us as we discover how the sky-high standards of airline excellence can help real estate professionals reach new altitudes in their careers and businesses. Speakers: Tracy Montross (Moderator) Managing Director of Government Affairs American Airlines Tracy Montross joined American Airlines as a Regional Director of Government Affairs in January 2014.  While based in Charlotte, Montross serves as the airline’s representative in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, D.C., Maryland, Kentucky, West Virginia, and Tennessee.  Throughout this territory, she is responsible for developing and executing regulatory and legislative proposals that may have a material effect on the company’s business operations; coordinating strategies that support operational efficiencies, tax relief, noise abatement, labor relations, corporate real estate, environmental goals, and corporate philanthropy; and represents American Airlines with various state and local governments, economic development agencies, Airports and Aviation Divisions, and industry associations to advocate for corporate and customer interests. In 2023, Montross was promoted to Managing Director with additional responsibilities for commercial strategy and business development. Montross is active within her community and has served as Chair of the...