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...

Join CREW Charlotte and UNC Charlotte's MSRE program for an engaging Lunch & Learn designed to introduce CREW members to the fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate (CRE) investing and underwriting. This session will cover key terminology, underwriting basics, and essential investment metrics. Attendees will gain an introduction on how to quickly analyze a deal, evaluate returns, and apply these concepts to investing. The session will include a hands-on Excel exercise, where participants will calculate NOI, apply a cap rate, determine before-tax cash flow, and calculate IRR in a simple and interactive format. Whether you're new to CRE or looking to sharpen your financial analysis skills, this session will provide valuable insights and practical tools to enhance your investment knowledge. Lunch will be provided.     Thank You to Our Sponsor

Join CREW Charlotte for our June 2025 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:  Terracon is generously providing lunch for you. Location: Terracon's Office     Thank You to Our Sponsor

CREW Charlotte members, please join us for our 2025 President's Reception!  We will meet at Sixty Vines for appetizers, drinks, and networking. $55 per member.   Thank you to our President's Reception Sponsor

CREW Charlotte has an exciting and creative opportunity at Safe Alliance to update their community bulletin board to reflect the season. Please bring your own supplies and creative ideas. There are several dates, so pick your favorite! Click the link below for dates and to register: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45A8AE29ABFECF8-56655939-safe   WHEN: See the link for available dates. WHERE: Shelter location to be disclosed after registration. WHO: CREW Members + 1 HOW MANY: 2 volunteers   You can also assist with kitchen preparation and meal service. There are several dates, so pick your favorite! Click the link below to register. WHEN: 8/21/25 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM -or- 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Both volunteer slots reoccur monthly - 3rd Thursday of the month. Click the link below to register for your preferred day and time. WHERE: Shelter location to be disclosed after registration. See link for additional information. WHO: CREW Members , non-CREW members, and family (children 16 and older) WHAT: Prepare, serve, and clean up after meal shift (2 shifts available – lunch and/ or dinner) HOW MANY: 3 volunteers maximum per shift SHIFT DETAILS: Please click on the link below and follow the instructions for a required background check. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45A8AE29ABFECF8-56520994-safe    

Join CREW Charlotte for our CREW Court Challenge (Pickleball) fundraising event. If you don’t want to play and just want to be a part of the day, have snacks, drinks, and network, register as an “observer.” All proceeds from the event will go to fund scholarships for students in fields of CRE. Member: $65 Non-member:  $95 Pickleball Clinic: $15 (additional) Observer - Member: $25 Observer - Non-Member: $50   Thank You to Our Court Sponsors