Portland, OR Several members of the Connecticut/Western Massachusetts chapter of the Society of Industrial & Office Realtors (SIOR) recently attended the SIOR Fall 2019 World Conference in Portland, OR.  A full slate of professional and educational general sessions, breakout topics, and networking events were held.  Of keen interest to chapter members was celebrating with colleague Mark Duclos, as he began his term as president of SIOR Global.  

The chapter was also proud to again sponsor the attendance of a UCONN Real Estate student, Alex Botazzi, who joined members participating in a variety of educational and networking events. 

The Connecticut/Western Massachusetts Chapter is one of forty-eight chapters of the prestigious international organization, the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors. Commercial real estate professionals must meet rigorous requirements to earn the SIOR designation. SIOR, founded in 1941, has over 3,200 members in 685 markets located in 36 countries. SIOR represents today’s most knowledgeable, experienced, and successful commercial real estate brokerage specialists. The SIOR designation stands unchallenged for excellence in the performance of real estate services, and is universally recognized as the prerequisite in the selection of a commercial real estate broker, agent, or consultant. 

Please visit the Chapter’s website (www.siorct.com) to find additional information on the Connecticut/Western Massachusetts Chapter, Chapter members, and upcoming events. Should you have questions or interest in the requirements and benefits of becoming an SIOR and joining the Connecticut/Western Massachusetts Chapter, please contact John Reed, SIOR at 860.987.4788.