Investing in the Industry’s Talent, From Campus to the C-Suite
NAREIM’s programs develop talent across every stage of a real estate investment management career. Next Level Leader prepares rising executives at member firms to step into enterprise leadership roles, while our student programs connect top graduate and undergraduate talent with the firms and senior leaders shaping the industry.
Executive Leadership
An immersive program with Ferguson Partners, Next Level Leader: A Leadership Development Program helps high-performing REIM executives make the jump from running a function to leading the enterprise, built around a personal leadership assessment and a team-based CEO simulation.
Student ProgramsÂ
The Jeff Barclay Fellows Program honors exceptional students pursuing real estate careers. Fellows engage with senior leaders, attend NAREIM meetings, and gain firsthand insight into how investment strategies and operating decisions come together.
NAREIM’s Resume Book links member firms with standout candidates from leading universities, future professionals ready to contribute on day one.
- The Problem: Everyone tells students to network in CRE, but no one teaches them how to do it.
- The Solution: A nonprofit that teaches students to build relationships, not just financial models.
Student CommitmentÂ
- 3 free virtual calls to help students turn strangers into sponsors for their CRE career. After completing the training, the organization introduces students to 5 professionals in their desired market and area of interest.
Professional CommitmentÂ
- As many networking calls per semester as they'd like. While these calls don’t guarantee mentors, internships, or jobs, they give students the chance to be top of mind when opportunities arise.
For more information on getting involved as a mentor or mentee, click here.