The backbone and strength of our chapter rests on our committees which are all volunteer based.  We have 6 committees that cover all aspects of our chapter and our representative membership.  Each committee is made up of a Chairperson (usually a member of the Board of Directors), a vice chair and a varying number of NAIOP members depending on the objectives and workload of that committee.  Each committee, in conjunction with the Board of Directors, sets goals to attain for the year that work synergistically chapter objectives.

If you are interested in joining any of the committees listed below, please feel free to contact the committee

chairperson(s) or chapter Executive Director, Chris Korjenek at (414) 507-2326.

 

Public Affairs Committee

Co-Chair:  Deborah Tomczyk, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren

Co-Chair:  Richard Lincoln, Mandel Group

Next committee meeting:  March 27, 11:30-1:00pm at Reinhart’s Downtown Office

Mission:  Committee members discuss legislative & regulatory issues threatening the industry. This committee is designed to halt further restrictive land use policies on economic development. They also act to increase NAIOP’s influence in the area municialities and with local and state elected officials, and the general public by disseminating information regarding important industry related concerns.

 

Education and Programs Committee

Co-Chair:  Erica-Nicole Harris, Wispark LLP

Co- Chair: Neal Driscoll, Liberty Property Trust

Next committee meeting:  April 11, 2012, 3:30-5:00 pm, Cafe Hollander, Wauwatosa

Mission:  This committee is responsible for coordinating and evaluating the overall member education programs, increase awareness and participation in educational programs and conduct seminars targeting the specific needs of various industry segments.

Membership Committee

Co-Chair: John Schwab, Wipfli LLP

Co-Chair:  Dan Jeserig, Outlook Development

Next committee meeting: February 23, 2012, 8:00-9:00 am @ Wipfli, 10000 Innovation Drive, Milwaukee

Mission:  The Membership Committee develops specific programs to stimulate existing member involvement as well as recruit new members.  The committee is also responsible for membership retention.  Committee participants meet with prospective members and accompany new members to meetings.

Marketing and Communications Committee

Chair (Public Relations):  Scott Langlois, Quarles and Brady

Next committee meeting:  February 27, 2012, 2:00-3:00 pm, NAIOP Office, 12300 W. Center Street

Mission:  The MC Committee works to raise awareness of the benefits of development, promotes NAIOP, its membership and events, within the industry, and, when appropriate, to the greater community.  The Committee works with other standing committees and the Board of Directors to coordinate what and when to promote.  The Committee is also responsible for the website and social media.

Developing Leaders Committee

Co-Chair:  Lyle Landowski, Inland Companies

Co-Chair:  Brian Adamson, TOLD Development

Next committee meeting:  March 14, 2012, 12:00-1:00 pm, Irgens, 10700 Research Drive, Lower Level

Mission:  The DL Committee is a resource for young commercial real estate professionals in Wisconsin to enhance their leadership ability and practice.  Through our educational events, networking opportunities, mentorship programs and public service commitment, NAIOP DL’s will benefit the communities in which our members work and live.

Community Service Committee

Co Chair:  Jerry Franke, Wispark LLP

Co Chair:  Kelly Turenne, Quarles & Brady

Next committee meeting:  TBA

Mission:  The mission of the Community Service Committee for NAIOP is to identify specific needs of the community in which the chapter and the chapter members can offer assistance in health and well being.  This assistance can range from food and clothing to help with building and/or renovation of buildings to provide shelter.