Shown (from left) are: Steve Patten, CCIM; Erica Bazzano, CCIM; David Almeida, CCIM, and chapter vice president; and Michael Guidicelli, CCIM, SIOR, and chapter president.  Chapter members not shown in the picture, but who were present are: Joel Witkiewicz, CCIM; Bryan Atherton, CCIM; Gus Ryer; John Cafasso, CCIM; Eric Amodio; Tom Greene; Ken Ginsberg; and Jere O’Brien

Many thanks to fellow CCIM Connecticut chapter members who exhibited at the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) New England Retail Convention in Hartford on March 9 to promote the CCIM designation and help grow the chapter. The event was a great success attended by nearly 500 leading commercial real estate practitioners, developers, investors, and associated businesses. Well, the 80 degree record high for March 9 seemed to be favorable too, in contrast with the 21” of snow that greatly impacted the attendance at last year’s convention. 

The Designation

CCIM stands for Certified Commercial Investment Member. The CCIM lapel pin denotes that the wearer has completed advanced coursework in financial and market analysis, and demonstrated extensive experience in the commercial real estate industry. CCIM designees are recognized as leading experts in commercial investment real estate.

Investment Expertise

Above all, the CCIM designation represents proven expertise in financial, market, and investment analysis, in addition to negotiation. Courses in these core competencies are taught by industry professionals, ensuring all material reflects the state of the industry. With this real-world education, CCIM designees are able to help their clients:

• Minimize risk

• Enhance credibility

• Make informed decisions

• Close more deals.

Michael Guidicelli is the president of CCIM Connecticut, and is with Regions Commercial LLC, Glastonbury,  Conn.