January 1, 2025

Dear NC-CCIM Chapter Members,

Looking back on 2024 and moving forward to 2025 we have so much to be thankful for.  2024 was a prosperous year in the growth of our Chapter and Networking events.  Our annual golf tournament was another success and we raised money for not only Back Pack Pals of Moore County but also for the CCIM Foundation.  2025 is looking like it is going to be another stellar year and with the help of membership it will be!

For 2025 we are looking to become even better in our three major objectives: Networking, Education and Technology!  Focusing on these objectives will help with membership development and build knowledge to make us all better in our businesses and increase our chapter benefits.  We, as leadership, are here to serve you to help you in your business needs. 

Networking 

We have scheduled already several networking events that will take place throughout the state.  Since recovering from COVID we will host three market forecasts taking place in Charlotte, February 7 at the Charlotte Hilton, the Triad Market at The Blue Heron Event Venue in High Point on February 12 and the Triangle Market at The Hilton Raleigh North Hills on February 19.

We are still working on our dates and location for the State Conference and the 3^rd Annual NC-CCIM Golf Tournament.  There is a strong possibility that this year we will combine the two events.

Education

As one of the strongest chapters in the country the NC-CCIM Chapter is pleased to offer all four core courses so candidates can procure their CCIM Designation.   These core classes will be held in Charlotte and Raleigh.  This year we also have a Negotiations Class offered in Charlotte on January 31, 2025.   Also, we are continuing to expand our partnerships with UNC Charlotte as well as universities in Greensboro and Durham.  Our commitment to candidates testing for their designation is still a top priority to the Chapter, and we look forward to seeing a sizeable class going for their designation either in Miami or Vancouver.  I would like to thank Andre Collins, CCIM and the Education committee for their hard and consistent work to improve the quality of Chapter education opportunities

Technology

Nothing is moving faster than the advancement of technology.   Keeping up with it, takes work and effort on the Chapter’s part.  We need to keep up with the constant changing environment by using Site to do Business and having professionals help us develop ways to cope with the changes.  At the last state convention, we had an expert teach us about AI and what to expect in the future.  We will work on having more professional offer classes and training to keep up with the changes.

Incoming CCIM Institute Global President

Steve Rich, CCIM will be the 2025 CCIM Institute Global President and he is the Chapter’s second Global President.  What an honor to have Steve as our Global President and represent the NC-CCIM Chapter as well! 

Staff and Membership

The Chapter has the most amazing staff helping keep our organization running smoothly while following the guidelines of the organization.  Their input has always been extremely helpful and knowledgeable. 

I am grateful for all the support and help that has been offered and given to me by the Executive Committee.  I know the dedication of time and energy that it takes and it is greatly appreciated.  We are also grateful and thankful to our Power Partners and sponsors for 2024 and 2025.  Y’all give us the ability to do what we need to do! 

What can I say but thanks to NC-CCIM Chapter membership for your participation in the Chapter.  You are what makes us what we are today.  If you need anything or have any questions please do not hesitate to ask.  Your involvement with the Chapter makes our Chapter stronger and more successful.  We could always use more help on our committees throughout the year.

In summary, I am excited about the upcoming year and honored to be serving as your 2025 NC-CCIM Chapter President!  If I do as well as our past presidents my year will be complete.  Thank you, Phil Corriher, CCIM for setting such a fine example for being the 2024 President!

John B. (Bo) Winn, CCIM

2025 NC-CCIM Chapter President