Crew Charlotte

April 2026 Lunch Ladder: "Tax Trends & Opportunities in CRE" with GreerWalker (Members Only)
2026-04-23 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | GreerWalker, 227 West Trade Street, Suite 1000, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
Get up to speed on the latest tax topics impacting commercial real estate. GreerWalker’s Stacia Neugent and Makayla Stiffler will share current trends, planning ideas, and insights to help CREW Charlotte members stay informed and proactive. In addition, this will be a great opportunity to network with fellow CREW members.

Price: GreerWalker is generously providing lunch and parking for you.
Location: GreerWalker’s Office

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Authentic Leadership Program 2026 Latte & Learn - Session II
2026-04-23 08:30 - 09:30 | Amelie’s – Carmel Commons, 7715 Pineville-Matthews Rd Unit 34B, Charlotte, NC, 28226
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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April 2026 Book Club: "It Worked for Me: In Life and Leadership" by Colin Powell
2026-04-21 16:00 - 17:45 | Progressive Companies, 1801 Graham Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, 28206, United States
Join us as we dive into It Worked for Me: In Life and Leadership by Colin Powell – a practical, straight-talk guide to leading with character, confidence, and common sense. Blending memorable stories with the famous “Thirteen Rules” he lived by, Powell shares the lessons that shaped his journey from the Bronx to the highest levels of military and public service. His advice is clear, relatable, and often surprisingly funny. Whether you’re leading a team, growing your career, or just looking for timeless wisdom you can actually use, this book promises a lively conversation about what leadership really looks like in action.

https://www.amazon.com/Worked-Me-Life-Leadership/dp/0062135139

Members – Complimentary
Guests – $25

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CREW Charlotte's 2026 Gaming Night
2026-04-14 16:00 - 18:30 | Queen Park Social, 4125 Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC, 28217, United States
Come play your favorite games at CREW’s Gaming Night on April 14 at Queen Park Social from 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Don’t forget to invite co-workers, clients, family and friends too! It’s going to be a good time of networking, food and fun. Interested in sponsoring? Please contact Patty Drummond.

Gaming Night Ticket (CREW Member) – $95 per person.
Gaming Night Ticket (Non-Member) – $120 per person.
Ticket includes gaming, 2 Drink Tickets, and Hors d’oeuvres.

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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.
All proceeds to support scholarships in fields of commercial real estate. 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.

Thank You to Our Gaming Sponsors

Habitat for Humanity ReStore Volunteer Day - March 2026
2026-03-27 10:30 - 13:30 | NC
CREW Charlotte has an exciting upcoming volunteer opportunity at the Habitat Charlotte Region ReStore! Please see details and registration instructions below.
WHEN: March 27 from 1030 am -130 pm
WHERE: 1133 N Wendover Road, Charlotte, NC 28211
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: 10 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:

DATE/TIME
03/27/2026 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

LOCATION
1133 N Wendover Road, Charlotte, NC 28211

GOOGLE MAPS LINK
Google Maps

TASK
Volunteer groups typically help unload donated household items, organize and clean donations, place items on the sales floor, maintain the cleanliness & organization of the store, and assist customers with carry-outs after purchase.

# of Spots Reserved
10

AGE REQUIREMENT
Volunteers must be 16 or older to participate.
In addition to the Release of Liability Volunteer Waiver, all 16 & 17 year olds must print out and have a completed by a parent/legal guardian. The forms can be brought the day of the shift.
Minor Waiver Link: https://www.habitatcltregion.org/wp-content/files/sites/7/2018/06/UpdatedWaiverMinor_2018.pdf

REQUIRED WAIVER INFO
All participating volunteers are required to complete the Release of Liability Volunteer Waiver . Please have all volunteers fill out the waiver before their arrival to the store.
Waiver Link: https://www.habitatcltregion.org/volunteer/volunteer-waiver/

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

Please wear enclosed shoes.
Please wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty. Shorts must be finger tip length or longer. Shirts must have sleeves.
The ReStore Staff will provide all supplies.
You will have access to water and to restrooms.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1: Go to the Habitat Charlotte Region Group Shift Search link: https://habitatcharlotteregion.my.site.com/VolunteerGroupSearch
STEP 2: Enter your group ID number (8505)
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.

March 2026 Lunch Ladder (Members Only)
2026-03-26 11:30 - 13:00 | SouthBound, 2433 South Blvd, Charlotte, 28203, United States
Join CREW Charlotte for our March 2026 Lunch Ladder at SouthBound! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advanced registration is required.

Price
Each person will pay for their meal directly.

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Authentic Leadership Program 2026 Latte & Learn - Session I
2026-03-24 08:30 - 09:30 | Not Just Coffee – Jay Street, 1026 Jay Street, Charlotte, NC, 28206

March 2026 Luncheon: "A Fireside Chat" with Cathy Bessant and Community Partner Showcase
2026-03-10 10:00 - 13:00 | The Revelry, 701 Keswick Ave #110, Charlotte, NC, 28206
Join us for a Fireside Chat with Cathy Bessant, CEO, Foundation For The Carolinas.

Cathy Bessant is CEO of Foundation For The Carolinas, the community foundation serving Charlotte and a 13-county region. The fifth-largest community foundation in the U.S. with nearly 3,000 charitable funds, FFTC leads a variety of civic leadership initiatives in areas such as affordable housing, economic opportunity, public school reform, the arts and the environment.
Active in the region, Bessant received the Distinguished Service Award from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. In addition, she was awarded the North Carolina Order of the Long Leaf Pine and was recognized by the Charlotte Business Journal with the Women in Business Lifetime Achievement Award. She chairs the North Tryon Vision Plan Advisory Committee and is co-chair of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Housing & Homelessness Strategy.
Bessant joined FFTC after a successful banking career, where she last served as vice chair, Global Strategy at Bank of America and as a member of the company’s executive management team.
After ranking No. 1 for three consecutive years, Bessant was inducted into the “25 Most Powerful Women in Banking” Hall of Fame by American Banker in 2020. Bessant was named to Barron’s “100 Most Influential Women in U.S. Finance” and she received WatersTechnology’s 2019 Women in Technology and Data Trailblazer Award. She has also appeared on Working Mother magazine’s “50 Most Powerful Working Moms” list.
Bessant serves on the board of directors of Zurich Insurance Group, serves as chair of the USA Field Hockey board of directors, and is on the advisory board for (and a graduate of) the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. As part of a leadership course at Ross, she summited Africa’s Mount Kilimanjaro, the world’s tallest freestanding mountain, in 2018. Along with her husband, John Clay, Bessant is a proud parent of two.

Community Partner Showcase
Looking for meaningful ways to connect or give back to our community?
Get to know our Community Partners at this Showcase! This event will offer an opportunity for you to learn more about each of their missions, and explore ways to get involved, both individually and
through your companies.
In keeping with the luncheon’s spirit of community service, as we gather our Community Partners, we invite you to extend the impact of this luncheon beyond the room. Please consider bringing a most-needed item donation in support of our partners’ missions. Together, small acts of generosity create meaningful change.
A list of requested items is included below.
Amy’s House: women’s razors, sensitive skin body wash, and disposable plasticware.
Safe Alliance: deodorant, shaving cream/gel, and face wash/moisturizer. Complete list: Safe Alliance On-Going-Needs

The Revelry
10:00 a.m. – Community Partner Showcase
11:00 a.m. – Networking
11:30 a.m. – Luncheon Meeting
$60 Members/$90 Guests
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Habitat for Humanity Build Day with CREW Charlotte - March 2026
2026-03-06 08:00 - 16:00 | NC
SHIFT DETAILS

DATE / TIME
03/06/2026 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

LOCATIONTBD
Charlotte, NC 28216

TASK
Volunteers will work on interior painting
AGE REQUIREMENT: 16+. 16 & 17 year old’s cannot use power tools or work at heights 6 feet & above

# OF SPOTS RESERVED
10

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 hardcopy of the Standard Release of Liability Form (it will have been read and electronically signed). 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 site. ALL volunteers should sign the sign-in sheet to confirm attendance.
16 & 17 YEAR OLD VOLUNTEERS: In addition to the aforementioned waiver, which is read & electronically signed during the online registration system, all 16 & 17 year olds must print the Release of Liability for Minors Formand have it completed by a parent/legal guardian. The form should be brought the day of the shift.

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
Helpful Volunteer Information: https://www.dropbox.com/s/oia1s5ehkzuw9y2/Helpful%20Volunteer%20Information.pdf?dl=0
Drinking water and all necessary tools & safety equipment will be provided by HFHCR. Closed-toed footwear (work boots or athletic sneakers only) is required. We recommend bringing your own work gloves, if available. Lunch is not provided by HFHCR.
The HFHCR staff makes every effort to keep build schedules on track. However, due to occasional inclement weather and necessary adjustments to house schedules, your group’s task is subject to change. You will be notified by email if anything has to change.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
REMINDER: The online registration process allows the required Standard Release of Liability Form to be read & electronically signed.

REGISTRATION WEBPAGE
https://habitatcharlotteregion.my.site.com/VolunteerGroupSearch

VOLUNTEER GROUP ID
8505

INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1: Go to the Habitat Charlotte Region Group Shift Search link: https://habitatcharlotteregion.my.site.com/VolunteerGroupSearch

STEP 2: Enter your group ID number (above)

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.

POST-REGISTRATION DETAILS
After completing the registration, the shift and details will appear on the volunteer’s account. An automated confirmation email with full shift details will be sent to each registrant. A reminder email will also be sent.

IMPORTANT NOTE
Please do not hesitate to contact a Volunteer Services staff member if you have any questions, need assistance, or would like to provide feedback on our registration system. We’d welcome it!

Coffee Klatch - Rea Farms
2026-03-06 08:00 - 09:30 | Paris Baguette, 9826 Sandy Rock Place A, Charlotte, NC, 28277, United States
Join CREW Charlotte for a Coffee Klatch in the Ballantyne area.
Food and beverage purchased directly with restaurant.
Members – Complimentary
Guests – $25

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February 2026 Lunch Ladder: "Early Due Diligence" with Terracon Consultants (Members Only)
2026-02-26 11:30 - 13:00 | Terracon, 2701 Westport Rd,, Charlotte, NC, 28208
Early due diligence can make or break a project—but key decisions often need to be made long before anyone sets foot on site. Soil conditions, wetlands, endangered species, cultural resources, and other hidden constraints can derail a deal late in the game. Terracon’s Stage 1 assessments and Pivvot technology give you fast, data‑driven site intelligence that goes far beyond a standard desktop review. By identifying risks early, you and your project team can move forward with confidence, reduce costly surprises, and accelerate timelines. In this session, we’ll show how these tools streamline environmental permitting and the due diligence process—helping you protect your projects, your budget, and your schedule.

Price: Terracon is generously providing lunch for you.
Location: Terracon’s Office

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Quick Connections 2026: A Speed Mentoring Event
2026-02-13 08:00 - 10:00 | Choate Construction, 2907 Providence Road, Charlotte, 28211, United States
Join CREW Charlotte for the 2026 Speed Mentoring event with women who have paved the way in Charlotte’s commercial real estate. Be prepared to meet with C-Suite executives and real estate leaders as these accomplished mentors bring their unique skills and experience to help you take the next step in your professional journey. Each interaction gives you seven minutes to connect, ask bold questions, and gain fresh insights before moving to the next mentor. It’s all about gaining multiple perspectives in a short, impactful timeframe.

What to Expect:
A welcoming, Galentine-themed environment perfect for genuine conversations.
Opportunities to speak with several mentors and expand your network.
Thoughtful prompts and guidance to help you make the most of your time.
Come prepared with questions like:

Have you ever been at a crossroads in your career? How did you navigate it?

What’s one piece of advice you wish you’d had earlier in your leadership journey?

How do you balance your professional success with personal priorities?

What’s the biggest challenge you’ve faced as a leader, and how did you overcome it?

Encouraging Vulnerability:
This is your chance to ask the questions you don’t often feel you can ask. Be open, be curious, and don’t hold back—it’s what makes these conversations truly valuable.

Mentors:

Members: Complimentary
Guests:$50

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CREW Charlotte February 2026 Luncheon: "US Economic Outlook" with Anna Kovner of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
2026-02-10 11:00 - 13:00 | The Revelry, 701 Keswick Ave #110, Charlotte, NC, 28206
Join CREW Charlotte for a US Economic Outlook with Anna Kovner, Executive Vice President and the Director of Research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. Anna will give us US economic outlook for inflation and employment as well as the North Carolina economy.
Anna Kovner is Executive Vice President and the Director of Research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. She advises the Bank’s president on matters related to monetary policy and leads the Research department, which includes economic research, regional analysis, community outreach and development, publications, and economic education. Her research spans corporate finance, banking and macrofinance, with articles published in the Journal of Finance, Journal of Financial Economics, and the Review of Financial Studies, among others. Before joining the Richmond Fed, she held multiple economic research leadership roles within the New York Fed’s Research and Statistics group, most recently leading work assessing systemic risk and financial stability as director of Financial Stability Policy Research. She received an AB in Economics from Princeton, an MBA from Harvard Business School, and her PhD in Business Economics from Harvard University.

The Revelry
11:00 a.m. – Networking
11:30 a.m. – Luncheon Meeting
$60 Members/$90 Guests

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January 2026 Lunch Ladder (Members Only)
2026-01-22 11:30 - 13:00 | Sun’s Kitchen, 3216 South Blvd Suite 105, Charlotte, NC, 28209
Join CREW Charlotte for our January 2026 Lunch Ladder at Sun’s Kitchen! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advanced registration is required.

Price
Each person will pay for their meal directly.

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CREW Charlotte January 2026 Committee Fair & Luncheon with Charlotte’s First Female Chief of Police, Estella Patterson
2026-01-13 10:00 - 13:00 | The Revelry, 701 Keswick Ave #110, Charlotte, NC, 28206
Hear from Chief Estella D. Patterson about her journey in law enforcement and her position as Chief of Police.
Estella D. Patterson was appointed as chief of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg
Police Department (CMPD) on Dec. 1, 2025. She returns to Charlotte, after
serving 25 years with CMPD and three and one-half years with the Raleigh
Police Department. Chief Patterson’s career reflects her passion and
commitment to public service. Her priorities lie in reducing violent crime and
disorder, enhancing community engagement and collaboration and
improving employee morale and wellness.
Chief Patterson began her law-enforcement career in 1996, as a member of
the 123 recruit class of CMPD. Over the next 25 years, she served in a variety
of roles from academy trainer to patrol sergeant, division commander,
recruitment commander and Internal Affairs commander. She was promoted
to deputy chief of police in 2019 and assigned over the Administrative Services
Group and later the Patrol Services Group.
In August 2021, Chief Patterson was selected as chief of the Raleigh Police
Department, serving until 2025. As Raleigh’s top cop, she led the capital city’s
police department of over 900 sworn and professional staff employees. During
her tenure, she introduced several firsts, including a Civilian Crash Investigations
unit and the Raleigh Police Department Foundation. Additionally, she led
efforts to reduce violent crime and restore trust between the community and
police.
Aside from serving her community, Chief Patterson served our country as a
member of the U.S. Army Reserve from 1996-2005. She completed combat tours
in Kosovo and Iraq and was the recipient of the Army Commendation Medal
for meritorious service.
Chief Patterson earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from
the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and her Master of Science in
criminal justice from the University of Oklahoma. She is a graduate of the 245
session of the FBI National Academy and attended the 56 session of the Senior
Management Institute for Police. She is a member of the National Organization
of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) and a commissioner on the
Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).
Committee Fair
Before the luncheon, join us for our 2026 Committee Fair! Learn more about CREW Charlotte and what each committee does to find the right one for you!
Committees:
Authentic Leadership
Communications
Community Outreach
Global Network and Initiatives
Member Recognition
Membership
Professional Development
Programs
Special Events
Sponsorship
Student Outreach

The Revelry
10:00 a.m. – Registration Committee Fair
11:00 a.m. – Luncheon – Chief Patterson Speaks
12:30 p.m. – Networking
$60 Members/$90 Guests

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December 2025 Book Club: "Give and Take" by Adam Grant
2025-12-10 16:00 - 17:45 | NC
Join us as we dive into Give and Take, a groundbreaking book by organizational psychologist Adam Grant that challenges the traditional notions of success. Through compelling research and real-world stories, Grant reveals how our interactions—whether we’re givers, takers, or matchers—shape our professional and personal lives. Discover why generosity can be a powerful driver of achievement and how cultivating a giving mindset can transform teams, careers, and communities.
Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just starting out, this book offers fresh insights into building meaningful relationships and thriving in today’s collaborative world.

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2025 Impact Awards Luncheon: "Work Smarter, Not Harder" with Dawn Chanland
2025-12-09 11:00 - 13:00 | The Revelry, 701 Keswick Ave #110, Charlotte, NC, 28206
Unlock the secret to maximizing productivity with efficient and without burning out! Join our session on “Working Smarter, Not Harder” to discover practical strategies that help you prioritize tasks, streamline workflows, and achieve more.
About Dawn

Dr. Dawn Chanland is an award-winning professor, MBA director, women’s leadership development program director, sought-after speaker, and talent management consultant.
Dawn brings 30 years of professional experience in human resources, organization development, and management training to the creation of customized talent management programs, strategic planning, improvement of team dynamics, and the design of individual leadership and career solutions. Her clients have included pharmaceutical, health care, manufacturing, educational, governmental and other non- and for-profit organizations.
In her 15 years teaching executive, graduate, and undergraduate audiences, Dawn has won 15 teaching, research, and community awards. She is currently the McColl School of Business MBA Director and Professor of Management & Organizational Behavior at Queens University of Charlotte. Previously, Dawn was an Assistant Professor with the Orfalea College of Business at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (“CalPoly”). Alongside Dawn’s academic roles, she is the Director of CREW Women’s Authentic Leadership Program, Charlotte’s premiere women’s leadership program.
Her mentoring and career-related research has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and other popular press outlets, as well as top-ranked peer-reviewed academic journals. She has appeared on NPR and CNN’s HLN multiple times and written or been interviewed on a wide range of business-related subjects including mentoring, interviewing, leadership, job choice, and negotiation for articles featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, and on Forbes.com.

In 2017, in recognition of her body of work on mentoring, Dawn was chosen to represent Queens University of Charlotte as a mentor for the Bank of America and Vital Voices’s Global Ambassador Program. The program involved a one-week intensive mentoring relationship between industry and academic leaders and emerging women leaders. Dawn had the great fortune of mentoring Patience Magodo, who is pioneering social banking in rural Zimbabwe for the economic benefit of small farmers.
Dawn earned her Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) from Boston University, and holds both a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. In 2021, she secured a Senior Certified Professional, Society for Human Resources Management certification.

Impact Award Honorees
Join us in congratulating and honoring our 2025 CREW Impact Award winners at our December luncheon! These winners embody the mission of CREW of accelerating the advancement of women while empowering our community to remove barriers throughout the industry. Through excellent chapter engagement, intentional business connecting, and significant influence & thought leadership, these award winners are amazing in every single way.
Emerging Leaders – Stephanie Jenson, JLL
Carrie Sharp Power Connector – Liz Etheredge, Mecklenburg Paint Company
Leaders in Action – Sallie Jarosz, Retired CREW Charlotte Past President

The Revelry
11:00 a.m. – Networking
11:30 a.m. – Luncheon Meeting

$55 Members/$80 Guests
$600- Table Host (table of 8)

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Thank You to Our Sponsors

December 2025 Before Hours at Platform Coffee
2025-12-04 08:00 - 09:30 | Platinum Coffee, 919 Berryhill Rd #104, Charlotte, NC, 28208
Enjoy small group networking at our Before Hours networking at Platform Coffee.

Members – Complimentary (coffee on your own)
Guests – $25 (coffee on your own)

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Coffee Klatch - Ballantyne (Rea Farms)
2025-11-14 08:00 - 09:30 | Paris Baguette, 9826 Sandy Rock Place A, Charlotte, NC, 28277, United States

November 2025 Luncheon: "Beyond Automation: Leadership, Protection, and Creation in the Age of AI"
2025-11-04 11:00 - 13:00 | The Revelry, 701 Keswick Ave #110, Charlotte, NC, 28206
Join CREW Charlotte for a cutting-edge panel discussion that breaks through the AI hype to reveal game-changing strategies transforming today’s business landscape. Discover how artificial intelligence is disrupting traditional models and unlocking unprecedented opportunities across industries with revolutionary applications to commercial real estate. Our powerhouse panel features three visionary leaders who are driving the AI revolution and reshaping entire sectors.

Don’t miss this opportunity to get ahead of the curve and discover the competitive advantages that will define tomorrow’s real estate leaders.

The Revelry
11:00 a.m. – Networking
11:30 a.m. – Luncheon Meeting

$55 Members/$80 GuestsRegister Now

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CREW Charlotte New Member Breakfast - Fall 2025
2025-10-28 08:00 - 10:00 | 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 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!

Thank You to Our Sponsor

October 2025 Lunch Ladder with LS3P (Members Only)
2025-10-23 11:30 - 13:00 | LS3P, 600 South Tryon Street, Suite 2000, Charlotte, NC, 28202
Join CREW Charlotte for our October Lunch Ladder with LS3P! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advance registration is required.

Lunch and parking will be provided by LS3P.

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Emerging Leaders Happy Hour - October 2025
2025-10-22 16:30 - 18:30 | The Tipsy Burro, 2711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28205, United States
Join CREW Charlotte for our 2025 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.
Members: Complimentary
Guests: $25

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October 2025 Luncheon: "Game Changers: Female Leaders Shaping the Sports Industry" and Community Partner Showcase
2025-10-14 11:00 - 13:00 | The Revelry, 701 Keswick Ave #110, Charlotte, NC, 28206
Join us for a dynamic luncheon panel featuring three outstanding leaders in the sports industry: Tamera Green (University of South Carolina School of Journalism and Mass Communications), Donna Julian (Charlotte Hornets), Caroline Wright (Tepper Sports & Entertainment), and Dianne Jones (JLL) as moderator. Together, they will share their journeys, discuss the opportunities and challenges facing women in sports, and highlight how leadership and innovation are shaping the future of the industry.
This conversation will offer fresh perspectives on resilience, leadership, and the importance of representation, while giving you a chance to connect, learn, and be inspired by women who are making an impact both on and off the field.

Community Partner Showcase
Looking for meaningful ways to connect or give back to our community?
Get to know our Community Partners at this Showcase! This event will offer an opportunity for you to learn more about each of their missions, and explore ways to get involved-both individually and
through your companies.

The Revelry
10:30 a.m. – Community Partner Showcase
11:00 a.m. – Networking
11:30 a.m. – Luncheon Meeting

$55 Members/$80 Guests

This event is SOLD OUT. Please reach out to Patty Drummond to be added to the waitlist.

We are holding an Intimates Drive for Community Partner, Safe Alliance

New Bras: Sports bras sizes M-2X (or corresponding numbers)
New Underwear: Briefs M-2X (or corresponding numbers)

Here are links to what they are looking for:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQZ7Z3NS/?coliid=I3TYGNPMWO8UKA&colid=1CAXJLHH0LLIG&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it&th=1&psc=1
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2026 Board Slate
Attention CREW Charlotte Members! We will be voting on our 2026 Board Slate at the October 14, 2025 meeting. Please review the 2026 board slate and be prepared to vote.

Thank You to Our Sponsor

Habitat for Humanity ReStore Day with CREW Charlotte - September 2025
2025-09-26 10:00 - 13:00 | NC
CREW Charlotte has an exciting upcoming volunteer opportunity at the Habitat Charlotte Region ReStore! Please see details and registration instructions below.
WHEN: September 26, 2025 from 10 am – 1 pm
WHERE: Pineville location
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: 15 volunteers (as people register the site will inform you of how many spots are still available.

SHIFT DETAILS

DATE / TIME
09/26/2025 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

LOCATION
Pineville Store
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 site. ALL volunteers should sign the sign-in sheet to confirm attendance. Waiver Link: https://www.habitatcltregion.org/volunteer-waiver/
16 & 17 YEAR OLD VOLUNTEERS: In addition to the waiver, which is read & electronically signed during the online registration system, all 16 & 17 year olds must print the Release of Liability Minor Waiver
and have it completed by a parent/legal guardian. The form should be brought the day of the shift.
Minor Waiver Link: https://www.habitatcltregion.org/wp-content/files/sites/7/2018/06/UpdatedWaiverMinor_2018.pdf

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
Helpful Volunteer Information: https://www.dropbox.com/s/oia1s5ehkzuw9y2/Helpful%20Volunteer%20Information.pdf?dl=0
Drinking water and all necessary tools & safety equipment will be provided by HFHCR. Closed-toed footwear (work boots or athletic sneakers only) is required. We recommend bringing your own work gloves, if available. Lunch is not provided by HFHCR.
The HFHCR staff makes every effort to keep build schedules on track. However, due to occasional inclement weather and necessary adjustments to house schedules, your group’s task is subject to change.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS

REGISTRATION WEBPAGE
https://habitatcharlotteregion.my.site.com/apex/VolunteerGroupSearch

VOLUNTEER GROUP ID
8505

INSTRUCTIONS
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 (above)

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.

POST-REGISTRATION DETAILS
After completing the registration, the shift and details will appear on the volunteer’s account. An automated confirmation email with full shift details will be sent to each registrant. A reminder email will also be sent.

IMPORTANT NOTE
Please do not hesitate to contact a Volunteer Services staff member if you have any questions, need assistance, or would like to provide feedback on our registration system. We’d welcome it!

Coffee Klatch - University/Northlake
2025-09-23 08:00 - 09:30 | Panera – Northlake, 9309 Center Lake Drive, Suite 100, Charlotte, NC, 28216
Join CREW Charlotte for a Coffee Klatch in the University/Northlake area.
Food and beverage purchased directly with restaurant.
Members – Complimentary
Guests – $25
Coffee compliments of Davco Roofing.

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Thank You to Our Sponsor

CREW Charlotte's Alphabet Soup Event 2025: The ABC's of Networking
2025-09-09 16:30 - 19:30 | 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 have karaoke again 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 participation is not required.
Appetizers and two drink tickets included (good for non-alcoholic beverages, beer, wine, or use 2 tickets for a mixed drink)
$95 per ticket if purchased prior to August 18th, $115 after August 18th

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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2026 Mentor Program Applications Due!
2025-08-31 23:59 | NC
Applications Now Being Accepted for the 2026 Mentor Program!

CREW Charlotte’s mission is to influence the success of the commercial real estate industry by advancing the achievements of its members. CREW Charlotte helps implement this by providing a mentor program. This 12 month mentor program aims to support aspiring CREW members and sponsors as well as experts in the industry wanting to give back.

The model is basic – pairing both a mentee and seasoned real estate professional’s unique capabilities, goals, and strengths with one another. CREW members and sponsors are eligible for both mentor and mentee opportunities. CREW Charlotte will assign a CREW member, called a Mentor Champion, to support each relationship’s progress and success by being a resource.

Success in today’s commercial real estate environment demands innovation and strategic thinking, balanced with action born from experience and hard work. Our members recognize that it takes skill to navigate a successful career in an industry where women are a visible minority.

FAQ’s

Who can apply?
As a CREW member or sponsor, you can apply to become a mentor or a mentee. To participate as a mentee, you must be an active CREW member or work for a sponsor company. Non-CREW members can serve as mentors to allow maximum pairing of unique mentee needs.

What is the time commitment?
The Mentor Program requires a time commitment of 12 months. During this time period, the mentor and mentee will set up a mutually agreed-upon communication timeline. This timeline is a requirement that the pairing speak at least once per month, with six of these engagements being in person.

How do I apply?
Click here to fill out the CREW Charlotte 2026 Mentee Application
Click here to fill out the CREW Charlotte 2026 Mentor Application

What will I have to guide me through the process?
CREW Charlotte will provide each pairing with a Mentor Program Handbook. This will serve as a basis to establish an understanding of goals, expectations, mutual communication timeline, and background information about each person. Based on the agreed-upon focus of each pairing, more tailored resources will be provided.

What will the Mentor Champion do?
This person will review the initial handbook to be sure all items are addressed. They will then meet with the mentor and mentee at the 6-month mark to review the relationship. She or he will also check in on each person periodically to receive feedback.

August 2025 Lunch Ladder with JLL (Members Only)
2025-08-28 11:30 - 13:00 | JLL – Charlotte Office, 650 S. Tryon Street, Suite 600, Charlotte, NC, 28202
Join CREW Charlotte for our August 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: JLL is generously providing lunch.
Location: JLL’s Office

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Thank You to Our Sponsor

August Book Club
2025-08-20 16:00 - 17:45 | Capitol Towers, 4350 Congress Street, Charlotte, 28209, United States
Join us for our August Book Club! Don’t miss out, register now and participate in a stimulating discussion in person
For questions, reach out to Myranda Sieverding
Book: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara
Complimentary for Members, $25 for Guests

Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Unreasonable-Hospitality-Remarkable-Giving-People/dp/0593418573/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NRD5PJQ79M4S&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CaG7MeqWeyBrb6iCrqmf8DxrtfsWvV4gi-GpaQaAPuz-K9BoH9vfHapDPv2iuEYHN4WqGltkWpBTuMAhpHG6GFh-EjDi3S1MU7Rmk3FOCsShN2ewFI-AL5S02Qw6oUs2NlKvjXGk8Zv8UsVjyVvR8Kt8ERX3yiZ2WZvgql_mdGLK30s_e-RyCa2cMRD9cigooLqn2HZPJ-22bmkFtYlC-HQMqxdrDoFWANnqXN_HEwc.OzHMUqLF3SoNWW8B-_q2eTEoUFKu7IJu6AikV3vEp7A&dib_tag=se&keywords=unreasonable+hospitality&qid=1747919427&sprefix=unrea%2Caps%2C152&sr=8-1
About the Book:
Book Club Pick:
Discover how going above and beyond can transform not only businesses but lives. In Unreasonable Hospitality, Will Guidara—former co-owner of the world-renowned Eleven Madison Park—shares inspiring stories and practical insights from the world of fine dining. With warmth and wisdom, he shows how a culture of generosity and attention to detail can turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Perfect for anyone interested in leadership, service, or the power of human connection.

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