Crew Charlotte

2023 CREW Charlotte Impact Awards Reception
2023-11-01 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Myers Park Country Club, 2415 Roswell Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28209
We have changed the Impact Awards for 2023! This year we will hold a reception recognizing your fellow commercial real estate professionals.

The 2023 Impact Awards are dedicated to the memory of Anne Vulcano. Anne, a past president of CREW Charlotte, passed away unexpectedly on July 23rd, 2023. CREW Charlotte has set up a memorial fund to honor Anne’s legacy through the CREW Network Foundation scholarship endowment. Contributions made in her honor will support future generations of female leaders and advance women in the industry. 100% of the net proceeds from this event will be donated to the scholarship endowment in Anne’s memory. To learn more about Anne, please click here.
Click here to donate in Anne’s memory.

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We will hear from Anne’s longtime business partner, Jessica Brown, Cushman & Wakefield. Jessica will share Anne’s impact on her personally and on the countless others in CRE.

Impact Awards
The following awards will be given:
Emerging Leaders
Carrie Sharp Power Connector
Career Advancement for Women
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Circle of Excellence
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Community Project Impact
Creative Design

Myers Park Country Club
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
$125 Members/$150 Guests

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CREW Charlotte's October Lunch Ladder (Members Only
2023-10-26 07:30 - 09:00 | SouthBound, 2433 South Blvd, Charlotte, 28203, United States
Join CREW Charlotte for our October Lunch Ladder in Uptown! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advance registration is required.

Price
Due to the inability for many restaurants to have separate checks, we have started to charge a flat fee for Lunch Ladders.
$30 per member (includes entree only)

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New Member Breakfast - Fall 2023
2023-10-25 04:00 - 05:30 | Choate Construction, 2907 Providence Road, Charlotte, 28211, United States
Did you join CREW Charlotte in the last six months? Or have you been a member for a while and need a refresher on CREW Charlotte and all it has to offer? Please join your fellow CREW members for a New Member Breakfast. Meet the members of CREW Charlotte’s Leadership Team and representatives from our many CREW committees to see how you can get involved!
We will begin with a light breakfast during a welcome and brief overview of our CREW organization. This will be followed by informal networking and assistance with getting each of you established on the CREWBiz website. If possible, please bring your laptops/tablets or install the CREWbiz app to your phone prior to attending along with your CREWbiz user name and password.
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Complimentary parking is available.
We are excited to have you as a new member and we look forward to getting to know each of you!

CREW Charlotte Emerging Leaders Happy Hour
2023-10-18 12:30 - 14:30 | Cajun Queen, 1800 East Seventh Street, Charlotte, NC, 28204
Join CREW Charlotte for our 2023 Emerging Leaders Happy Hour. This event is intended for CRE professionals who are 35 years old and under. Appetizers will be provided, beverages on your own.

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CREW Charlotte October 2023 Luncheon: "Higher Ed Joins Healthcare"
2023-10-10 07:15 - 09:00
Atrium will share their initiatives for their new Medical School campus and The Pearl Innovation District. Atriums VP of Commercial Real Estate, Bennett Thompson, along with Hillary Crittenden & Dennis Miller will share more about this exciting Charlotte development.
**THE REVELRY AT CAMP NORTH END** NEW LOCATION
As you may know, Byron’s is no longer an event space. CREW Charlotte will be trying three different venues over the coming months to decide which location will our “home” in 2024. Please be sure to complete the post-event survey and share feedback on all of the spaces we try.
11:15 a.m. – Networking
11:45 a.m. – Luncheon Meeting
$55 Members/$80 Guests
Online registration is now closed. Please contact Patty Drummond to check availability.

2024 Board Slate
Attention CREW Charlotte Full Members! We will be voting on our 2024 Board Slate at the October 10, 2023 meeting. Please review the 2024 board slate and be prepared to vote.

Thank You to Our October Luncheon Sponsors

CREW Charlotte Before Hours - The Dowd House
2023-10-04 04:00 - 05:30 | The Dowd House, 2216 Monument Street, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Join CREW Charlotte and MECA Commercial Real Estate for a Before Hours at the Dowd House.
After two and half years of painstaking restoration, in March of 2023, The Dowd House became home to MECA Commercial Real Estate. The Pressley’s plan to keep the home in their family for generations to come and feel honored to be its caretakers and celebrate its rich history! Tour the house and learn more about its history at this event.
Complimentary parking is available.
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South Charlotte Partners' Ballantyne Bash
2023-09-28 12:30 - 15:30
It’s an outdoor happy hour in the heart of Ballantyne for all surrounding employees and residents of South Charlotte and beyond! Join us for food, drinks, brew and music while supporting local businesses at the Ballantyne Bash, presented by South Charlotte Partners. Bring your friends and mingle with other professionals and learn more about local restaurants.
Tickets are $12 online and $15 at the door and include two drink tickets from Old Meck brewing and food samples from area restaurants!
For sponsorship opportunities or to participate, please contact Todd Paris, 704-560-4365 or tparis@financialguide.com
South Charlotte Partners is a volunteer advocacy organization that produces quality of life programming to promote the region. We host events that inform our residents of issues that will affect their businesses in the future and collaborate with local businesses, stakeholders and community partners. The organization and its board serve as a unified, inclusive, diverse and proactive voice for the interest of South Charlotte residents to local and state government.
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September Uptown Lunch Ladder (Members Only)
2023-09-28 07:30 - 09:00 | Essex Bar and Bistro, 101 S Tryon St #14, Charlotte, NC, 28280
Join CREW Charlotte for our September Lunch Ladder in Uptown! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advance registration is required.

Price
Due to the inability for many restaurants to have separate checks, we have started to charge a flat fee for Lunch Ladders.
$30 per member (includes entree and non-alcoholic beverage)

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Coffee Klatch Fall 2023 - University/Northlake
2023-09-27 04:00 - 05:30 | Panera – Northlake, 9309 Center Lake Drive, Suite 100, Charlotte, NC, 28216
Join CREW Charlotte for a Coffee Klatch in the University/Northlake area.

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Volunteer with CREW Charlotte and Komen Charlotte at Symphony Park
2023-09-21 - 2023-09-23
Join CREW Charlotte and Komen Charlotte and volunteer at Symphony Park.
Click here for volunteer opportunities.

CREW Charlotte's 2023 Online Auction
2023-09-14 04:00 - 2023-09-26 15:00
Place Your Bid. Whether you’re looking for something unique for yourself or searching for a gift for a special someone, you’re sure to find something in our auction. Every bid helps support our cause. Tell Your Friends. The success of this online auction depends on spreading the word to as many people as possible.
Click here to view our auction.
Bidding closes Tuesday, September 26!
100% of the net proceeds will be donated to scholarships for students in fields of CRE. Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 919-814-5400. The license is not an endorsement by the State.

CREW Charlotte's Alphabet Soup Event: The ABC's of Networking
2023-09-13 13:00 - 16:00 | The Hamilton, 820 Hamilton Street, Suite A3, Charlotte, 28206, United States
Join CREW Charlotte for its Alphabet Soup Networking event. Come network with colleagues from all of the local CRE Organizations!
This year we will also have karaoke so be ready to sing! Hear from some of the CREW Charlotte Board and other members and guests! Don’t worry, it is not required and is in a separate space so you only participate if you want to!
Appetizers and two drink tickets included (good for non-alcoholic beverages, beer, wine, or use 2 tickets for a mixed drink)
$95 per ticket

50/50 Raffle

We are selling raffle tickets for $20 in advance with your registration or cash at the door. One winner will receive 50% of the total and the other 50% will go towards scholarships.
100% of the net proceeds from the event will be donated to scholarships for students in fields of CRE.
Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 919-814-5400. The license is not an endorsement by the State.

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Thank You to Our Sponsor

August Lunch Ladder (Members Only)
2023-08-24 07:30 - 09:00 | The Trolley Barn, 2104 South Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28203, United States
Join CREW Charlotte for our August Lunch Ladder! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advance registration is required.

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CREW Charlotte Commonality Cohorts
2023-08-10 08:00 - 2023-08-20 12:00
CREW Charlotte created commonalty cohorts to improve inclusion and belonging throughout the chapter. Commonalty cohorts are groups of members who either share a specific demographic commonality or are allies of the demographic. The cohorts meet quarterly to discuss like-minded topics, including collaborating on suggestions for improving CREW Charlotte, and are facilitated by a DEI committee member.
This quarter, the PWD cohort will meet on August 10th and Diana Palecek will facilitate a group discussion using the book “Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the Twenty-First Century” as the springboard. The book is thought-provoking and heart-wrenching. All are welcome to attend and can participate in the discussion; reading the book is not required! For those interested in getting the book, it can be purchased from Amazon: Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the Twenty-First Century: Wong, Alice: 9781984899422: Amazon.com: Books Sign up below!
On August 15th, join us at 7th St. Station and grab a Hip Hop Smoothie for the PRISM cohort. Come experience some of Charlotte’s BIPOC culture. This month’s topic will focus on how the BIPOC community can bring its cultural identity to work. Check out this article and come join the discussion, https://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/article/how-to-bring-your-cultural-identity-to-work/. Please sign up below if you would like to participate in the discussion and have a beverage from Hip Hop Smoothie.
Please join your peers in the PRIDE Cohort at this year’s Charlotte Pride parade! We have decided to walk in the parade this year to show our support for Charlotte PRIDE. The parade is August 20th from 1-4 p.m. Participants will need to arrive for staging by noon. Please sign up below if you would like to participate as part of the CREW Charlotte crew!
Sign up for a CREW Commonality Cohort here!

CREW Charlotte August 2023 Luncheon: “The River District: Charlotte’s Newest Master-planned Community"
2023-08-08 07:15 - 09:00 | Myers Park Country Club, 2415 Roswell Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28209
We are pleased to have the Crescent Communities River District team and their partner, Catawba Lands Conservancy, for our August Luncheon program. Fran will share all of the positive momentum and latest announcements for their very exciting development, “The River District”.
A refreshing alternative to the traditional, single-use suburban model, this 1,400-acre sustainable, master-planned community integrates the primary components of urban life — a connected network of homes, retail shops, restaurants, office buildings, schools and public spaces — all with the allure of parks, trails, forests, the Catawba River and wide-open spaces. Designed to connect city living to outdoor experiences, The River District is a place like no other.
We have all seen the recent media announcements. Come hear the latest and greatest live!

**MYERS PARK COUNTRY CLUB** NEW LOCATION
As you may know, Byron’s is no longer an event space. CREW Charlotte will be trying three different venues over the coming months to decide which location will be our “home” in 2024. Please be sure to complete the post-event survey and share feedback on all of the spaces we try.
11:15 a.m. – Networking
11:45 a.m. – Luncheon Meeting
$55 Members/$80 Guests

This event is SOLD OUT! Please email Patty Trepp Drummond if you would like to be added to the waitlist.

Thank You to Our August Luncheon Sponsors

July Lunch Ladder (Members Only)
2023-07-27 07:30 - 09:00 | RuRu’s Taco & Tequila, 715 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC, 28207, United States
Join CREW Charlotte for our July Lunch Ladder! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advance registration is required.

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In-Person Webinar Viewing "Global Investing in CRE"
2023-07-19 08:00 - 09:00 | Choate Construction, 2907 Providence Road, Charlotte, 28211, United States
In-Person Webinar Viewing Wednesday with your CREW
The global economy remains uncertain, interest rates continue to rise, and the markets are unsteady. Dealmaking has slowed down. Global investing is crucial to commercial real estate, particularly sovereign funds, however, will investors continue to remain on the sidelines? When will the floodgates open again to an uptick in investment? Are there opportunistic plays ahead or will caution remain the watchword?
Our July webinar will answer these questions and more. Hear from experts in global investing and leaders of the Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate (AFIRE), the leading organization for international real estate investors focused on commercial property in the U.S. Don’t miss this valuable insight from global experts!
Please note this event you must attend this in-person at Choate Construction in order to view the webinar. You may bring your lunch and stay and network after the webinar.
$25 – Members
$50 – Guests

Moderated by:

Gunnar Branson
CEO, AFIRE

As CEO of AFIRE, Gunnar Branson brings nearly three decades of experience across commercial real estate, professional services, education, and association leadership. Prior to joining AFIRE in 2018, he served as CEO of the National Association of Real Estate Investment Managers (NAREIM), and before that, he led strategy and marketing for Fortune 500 and other innovative mid-market companies.
As a recognized thought leader, Gunnar is a regular speaker, panelist, and spokesperson for the global real estate and investing community, focused on institutional investing, urbanism, sustainability, and future trends.

Featured Speakers

Amy Price
President, BentallGreenOak

Amy Price is president of BentallGreenOak (BGO). In her role, Amy oversees its U.S. and Canadian businesses, and works closely with the Capital Raising team. Amy is a member of the Global Executive Team, the Management Committee, and the US Investment Committees. Amy also leads BGO’s equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives globally and chairs the firm’s EDI Leadership Council.
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Audrey Klein
Non-Executive Board Member – Chair of ESG Committee, SFO Capital Partners
Non-Executive Board Member – Chair of the ESG Committee Planet Smart City

Audrey is a real estate professional with 25 years of global experience. She ran her own company for five years and started the European business for Park Hill Real Estate, a division of Blackstone, where she spent nine years building the business. Audrey has an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Business and a BA in economics from Emory University.

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CREW Charlotte's 2023 President's Reception - Members Only
2023-07-11 12:30 - 14:30 | Dressler’s Metropolitan, Metropolitan Ave #125, Charlotte, NC, 28204
CREW Charlotte members, please join us for our 2023 President’s Reception! We will meet at Dressler’s Metropolitan for appetizers, drinks, and networking.
$55 per member.
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Thank you to our President’s Reception Sponsor

June Lunch Ladder (Members Only)
2023-06-22 07:30 - 09:00 | SouthBound, 2433 South Blvd, Charlotte, 28203, United States
Join CREW Charlotte for our June Lunch Ladder! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advance registration is required.

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CREW Charlotte June 2023 Luncheon: "The State of Charlotte” with the City’s Economic Development Director, Tracy Dodson
2023-06-13 07:15 - 09:00 | Harris Conference Center, 3216 CPCC Harris Campus Drive, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
We are excited to feature Charlotte’s Tracy Finch Dodson, Assistant City Manager and Economic Development Director for our June Luncheon program. Tracy will share challenges she has faced as a female in traditionally male-dominated fields and then dive into “The State of Charlotte.”
Tracy has been in Charlotte for 30 years. She holds master’s degrees from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Harvard University. Her background in urban planning, architecture, and business operations gives her a unique view of Charlotte. Fortunately, for Charlotte, Tracy left the private sector to use her talents to tackle negotiations with professional sports franchises, building corridors of opportunity, attracting corporate relocations such as Honeywell, and charting the course of growth for the next 40 years. It is sure to be an informative and exciting talk!

**HARRIS CONFERENCE CENTER** NEW LOCATION
As you may know, Byron’s is no longer an event space. CREW Charlotte will be trying three different venues over the coming months to decide which location will our “home” in 2024. Please be sure to complete the post-event survey and share feedback on all of the spaces we try.
11:15 a.m. – Networking
11:45 a.m. – Luncheon Meeting
$55 Members/$80 Guests

Registration is now closed. Please email Patty Trepp Drummond if you would like to be added to the waitlist.

Thank You to Our June Luncheon Sponsors

USGBC Carolinas LEED Building Tour at Dimensional in Charlotte
2023-06-09 12:00 - 14:00
Click here to for more information or to register.

CREW Charlotte Before Hours - Speed Networking
2023-06-07 03:30 - 05:30 | Choate Construction, 2907 Providence Road, Charlotte, 28211, United States
During this fast-paced networking session on June 7, you will have an opportunity to meet CREW members, share your business needs, and talk about current projects. Bring plenty of business cards as you’ll be interacting with 15-20 people during this speed networking event!
Members and guests welcome.
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May 2023 Lunch Ladder (Members Only)
2023-05-25 07:30 - 09:00 | Cantina 1511 – Park Road Shopping Center, 4271 - B Park Road, Charlotte, NC, 28209
Join CREW Charlotte for our May Lunch Ladder! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advance registration is required.

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USGBC's Women In Green
2023-05-24 12:00 - 14:00
Taking control of your narrative is a mighty act, and it is the driving thought behind this year’s theme: “Self-titled.” Women are represented across the full spectrum of professional careers in the building industry. With career goals and life aspirations, we define ourselves without gendered limits.
At Women in Green, we unapologetically celebrate, sharing our experiences and honoring our impact as professionals. We acknowledge the past while defining ourselves and the future—without altering who we are or asking permission. Women in Green is a platform to gather and learn from others across fields and disciplines, generations, and job titles. In 2023, we write (or rewrite) our stories, self-titled.
This year, USGBC Carolinas convenes with leaders to celebrate in four locations on May 24: Asheville, Charlotte, Durham, and Greenville, SC. We will convene from 4-6 pm with great conversation and refreshments. Advanced Registration Required.
Approved for 1 GBCI CE
There will be multiple breakouts for small groups to share the answers to these questions.

What does self-titled mean to you?
What led you to a career in the green building or sustainability industry?
What is the biggest challenge/opportunity facing sustainability in our communities?
How are you writing your story?

2023 Featured Speakers & Discussion Leaders:

Senator DeAndrea Salvador
Elaine Gallager Adams
Amanda Brookes
Laura Bain
Susan Johnson
Stephanie Cooper
Chistine Davis
Dr. Traci Rose-Rider
Elizabeth Bowen
Crystal Dixon
Janna Starr
Diane Coleman
Erin Stanforth

For more information or to register, please click here.

Until Justice Just Is
2023-05-23 04:30 - 06:00 | Choate Construction, 2907 Providence Road, Charlotte, 28211, United States
In continued support of our YWCA partnership, CREW Charlotte will be holding an open discussion event, Until Justice Just Is (UJJI), formally known as Stand Against Racism. As part of the YWCA’s racial justice efforts, they want to continue education efforts in our community. As we activate our community we invite you to join us again for our Stand + Commit!
As a reminder, UJJI is an annual series of events held at YWCAs across the country that raise awareness about the negative impact of institutional and structural racism in our communities and build community among those who work for racial justice. This year, the YWCA will focus on mental health and racial trauma.
We are inviting CREW members and friends to come together and discuss the different types of racism and how each is displayed in various environments.
The open discussion that CREW Charlotte will hold alongside the YWCA will provide a facilitator’s guide for you and your colleagues to have a discussion about the different types of racism and how they manifest in our world. The guide will also invite your group to put together a list of questions to ask each other as a way of supporting one another when racism does manifest. This tool can be used to discuss acts of racism displayed on the national stage as well as in various spaces.

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Authentic Leadership Program Information Session
2023-05-18 04:00 - 05:00 | Not Just Coffee – Jay Street, 1026 Jay Street, Charlotte, NC, 28206
Interested in learning more about CREW Charlotte’s Authentic Leadership Program? Join us for a casual meet and greet with Authentic Leadership Program alumni to discuss the program and answer questions.
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CREW Charlotte's Signature Luncheon with Sarah Thomas: "Breaking Through: My Journey to Becoming the First Female NFL Official"
2023-05-16 07:00 - 09:00
Sarah Thomas
The NFL’s First Female Official; One of the Sports Illustrated 100 Most Influential NFL Figures of All Time
Sarah Thomas is a woman of many firsts – she was the first female official to ever work a major college football game, the first woman to officiate a bowl game, and the first to officiate in a Big Ten stadium. And as of February 7, 2021, she is the first female to officiate a Super Bowl. One of the Sports Illustrated 100 most influential figures of all time, Sarah shares essential leadership lessons from her journey to the top of a male-dominated industry and vital insights on shattering the glass ceiling in the world of professional sports. As an exemplar of what’s possible if you believe, Sarah brings audiences takeaways on breaking through in your own career, from staying focused under pressure and creating change to managing work-life balance and being the best you can be.
The Hilton Charlotte
11:00 a.m. – Networking
11:30 a.m. – Luncheon
$150 Members/$200 Guests
$2,000 Table Host (reserved table of 8)

Registration is now closed. Please email Patty Trepp Drummond if you would like to be added to the waitlist.

Thank You to Our Presenting Sponsor

Thank You to Our Supporting Sponsors

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available!

Habitat for Humanity ReStore Volunteer Day with CREW Charlotte - May 2023
2023-05-11 06:00 - 09:00
CREW Charlotte Members –

CREW Charlotte has an exciting upcoming volunteer opportunity at the Habitat Charlotte Region ReStore!

Please see details and registration instructions below.

WHEN: Thursday, May 11th from 10am-1pm
WHERE: 3326 Wilkinson Blvd, Charlotte, NC
WHO: You may invite non-CREW members to join you, but no one under 16 is eligible to volunteer
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: 8 volunteers (as people register the site will inform you of how many spots are still available.

Please use the following registration instructions to sign up as well as sign our volunteer waiver:

STEP 1: Go to the Habitat Charlotte Region Group Shift Search link: https://habitatcltvolunteers.force.com/apex/VolunteerGroupSearch

STEP 2: Enter your group ID number (2847)

STEP 3: Check the box next to the group name; Click “SELECT”

STEP 4: On the Volunteer Group Shift Search page, click “SEARCH” and your team’s scheduled shift(s) will appear. Choose the desired shift(s) and click “SELECT”

STEP 5:
NEW USER/VOLUNTEER: Click “New User” to be prompted to create a new account.
EXISTING USER/RETURNING VOLUNTEER: Your volunteer account email is your username. If you’ve forgotten your password, you can request a new one by clicking “Forgot Your Password?”
Please note: Our database has upgraded its security. You must use Windows 7 or newer, Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome.

For questions, please feel free to reach out to CREW’s Habitat for Humanity Co-Chairs:
Nicole Holcomb Nicole.holcomb@cbtcares.com
Makayla Stiffler Makayla.stiffler@greerwalker.com

Thank you and look forward to seeing you at this awesome event!

Coffee Klatch - University/Northlake
2023-05-03 04:00 - 05:30 | Panera – Northlake, 9309 Center Lake Drive, Suite 100, Charlotte, NC, 28216

Authentic Leadership Program Lunch and Learn Session
2023-05-02 07:30 - 09:00 | Choate Construction, 2907 Providence Road, Charlotte, 28211, United States
Interested in learning more about CREW Charlotte’s Authentic Leadership Program? Join us on May 2nd for a free informative introduction with the program organizers and past graduates. This introductory session will be led by the Program Director, Dr. Dawn Chanland. Dawn is the MBA Director Professor of Management &
Organizational Behavior in the McColl School of Business with over 25 years of business, consulting, and academic experience and over 10 teaching and research awards since the beginning of her academic career. Learn how the Authentic Leadership Program will guide you on your journey through self-discovery, arming you with the tools to achieve your full authentic leadership potential. Lunch will be served.
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