Tommie Carter

Grow Your Commercial Real Estate Network

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Guide

Connect with Commercial Tenatnts

Building relationshiops is hard work. Depending on your target audience a very good option should include a visit and possibly joining one or more organizations where commercial tenants gather. Suggestions include:

In a Nutshell
  • Target the Right Audience: Discover leading commercial tenant associations across various sectors like retail (ICSC, NRF) and industrial (NAIOP). Find the best fit for your property type.
  • Network and Build Relationships: Leverage industry events and resources offered by commercial tenant organizations to connect with potential tenants and industry professionals.
  • Gain Industry Insights: Stay informed about market trends, tenant preferences, and regulations through involvement with relevant commercial tenant associations.
  • The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC): Founded in 1957, ICSC is the world’s largest organization of owners, developers, and investors in shopping centers, with over 70,000 members in more than 100 countries.
  • National Retail Federation (NRF): The NRF is the world’s largest retail trade association, representing broadline retailers in the United States and representing more than 43,000 member companies encompassing all retail formats, including department stores, specialty stores, discount stores, online retailers, and grocery stores.
  • Global Alliance of Retail Diversity (GARD): Established in 2009, GARD is a business-led, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing business inclusion and equality within the retail industry.
  • The European Retail Leasing Association (ERLA): Founded in 1995, ERLA is a non-profit trade association representing the interests of retailers, landlords, and other stakeholders in the European retail property market.
  • Realogy: Realogy is an American publicly traded real estate services company, formed in 2005, that operates residential real estate brands including Century 21, Coldwell Banker, ERA Real Estate, Sotheby’s International Realty, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Corcoran Group, and Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates. Realogy also operates the commercial real estate brands The Corcoran Group Commercial and Coldwell Banker Commercial.
  • National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP): NAIOP is the leading organization for developers, owners, and investors of industrial, office, and mixed-use real estate in North America.
  • Building Owners and Managers Association International (BOMA): Founded in 1907, BOMA is a non-profit international organization of commercial property owners and managers.

These are just a few of the many commercial tenant organizations around the world. Each organization has its own focus and area of expertise, so it is important to choose the one that is best suited to your needs. Visit online platforms and network events for markedly enhanced growth.

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Disclaimer

  • We do not give tax or legal advice.
  • Please consult an attorney, CPA, or licensed professional for your needs.
  • All examples and case studies are for educational purposes only.