About the Summit

Thanks to all of the students and industry leaders who participated! 

The Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation’s REAL Bright Summit was held virtually January 31-February 4, 2022, and served a bright and diverse next generation of industry leaders nationwide. FREE to students, this week-long virtual experience provided access to 15+ events including conversations with industry leaders, networking, career readiness events for high school and college students, site tours, and more. 

The Summit highlight was our REAL Bright Night, a virtual celebration event for industry leaders, educators, and students, featuring keynote speaker Erin R. Spears (President, Fifield Companies) and moderator Karen Case (President, US Commercial Real Estate, CIBC).

Details for the 2022 Event

Featured Summit Speakers

 This speaker was also a generous sponsor!

How to Participate

STUDENTS
REAL Bright Summit Refundable Pass

Register to attend the virtual REAL Bright Summit on January 31 - February 4. Your refundable pass gives you access to conversations with industry leaders, student networking, career readiness events, and the REAL Bright Night virtual celebration event on Thursday, February 3.

Pick and choose the daily programs you'd like to attend! 

INDUSTRY & SUPPORTERS
REAL Bright Night + Summit Access Ticket

Attend the REAL Bright Night virtual celebration event on Thursday, February 3 for industry leaders, educators, and students featuring high-profile speakers.

Includes access to select virtual Summit sessions!

Key Components

Real Estate Roundtables

EisenED

Mentorships

C-Suite Coffee Conversations

REAL Bright Night 

Industry Rising Stars Panel

Networking

Career Connections

Site Tour

Industry diversity was a key priority of the REAL Bright Summit. We strive to open doors to opportunity and success for all students through inclusive and interactive programs.

Our 2022 Event Committees

Leadership:

Nick Bartholomew (Pine Tree), Siteng Ma (The Guild), Dave Neilson (Old Second National Bank), Joel Simmons (Newmark), Christian Williams (CBRE)

Program Committee Members:

Harrison​ ​Dolins​ (​Brookfield Properties Retail), Thomas​ ​Dynek​ (​Amalgamated Bank of Chicago), ​Jonah​ ​Helbraun​ (​Blue Ridge Asset Management), Myra​ ​Jefferson, Cassandra​ ​Murff​ (​Pine Tree), Rashad​ ​Siam (Cushman & Wakefield), Corey​ ​Smith (Intelligence and Strategic Advisors), Logan​ ​Walker​ (​Onni Group)

Sponsorship Committee Members:

Ben Greazel (Newmark), Adam Moschin (Elliss Park Partners), Anthony Mulé (Valbridge Property Advisors), Josie Peacock (Clayco), Medina Spiodic (JLL), Zach Yarnoff (Cushman & Wakefield)

PR & Marketing:

​Carol Atkins (Connect Commercial Real Estate), ​Michael Millar (Open Slate Communications)

FAQs

Special Thanks to Our 2022 Sponsors!

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Friends of the Foundation Supporters:
Ackman-Ziff, CBRE, Clear Height, EBER | CRE Advisory Services, Higgins & Brancheau LLC, M. Fishman & Co., Murphy Development Group, Perkins & Will, TLC Management Co., Valbridge

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  “Engaging with industry professionals as an Eisenberg Scholar felt like I had VIP access to knowledge that most other students didn't have.”
- Ben Goldman, 2020-21 Eisenberg Scholar | Associate, Kiser Group