10/08/2026
A few highlights from The CCIM Institute Fall Forum in Los Angeles.
The most valuable part of the experience wasn't necessarily what I learned, but the new connections made and relationships strengthened through meaningful, in-person conversations.
We talked cap rates, interest rates, cost segregation, legislation, AI (more than just a little), and the value of the CCIM Designation. All important topics in an evolving commercial real estate industry.
But the conversations that made the greatest impression went well beyond real estate. They were about family, personal experiences, challenges, successes, and the stories that shape who we are.
The event also provided an opportunity to celebrate achievements by fellow Iowans. Congratulations to Jim Tansey, CCIM on his election as CCIM Global Institute 1st vice president, and to Nic Madsen, CCIM, who was pinned along with several other new designees from around the world!
A fantastic venue, great food, and the distinctive character of Los Angeles provided the backdrop for the week. Coming from small-town Iowa, I appreciated experiencing a city where beauty, culture, and opportunity reveal themselves in very different ways. The Cali sunsets are real, but they still have nothing on Iowa.
I return with some valuable industry insights, but more importantly, new relationships and a renewed appreciation for the people who make this profession so rewarding.
