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Introduction to Commercial Real Estate (Intro to CRE)
August 25, 2026
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Santa Clara County Association of Realtors (SCCAOR)
1651 N First St.
San Jose, CA 95112
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OVERVIEW
New to commercial real estate or want to sharpen your fundamentals? This comprehensive half-day course provides professionals with essential knowledge to confidently enter the commercial market.
Whether you're transitioning from residential real estate or exploring CRE for the first time, you'll gain competitive insights into market trends, lease structures, and investment analysis that drive successful careers in commercial real estate.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Master CRE Fundamentals
Understand market cycles, investor behavior, and key property sectors that shape commercial real estate decisions.
Build Analytical Skills
Learn to analyze market data and use financial metrics that drive informed decision-making.
Develop Professional Expertise
Gain practical knowledge of lease structures, negotiation strategies, and essential business development skills.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Santa Clara County Association of REALTORS
1651 N First St, San Jose, CA 95112
REGISTRATION
Pricing:
- $99 - NorCal CCIM Chapter Members
- $99 - SCCAOR Members*
- $149 - Non-Members
*SCCAOR Member Registration: Please provide your SCCAOR member number during checkout. Membership will be verified with SCCAOR prior to final registration approval.
Registration includes course materials, light refreshments, and networking opportunities.
INSTRUCTORS
Helen Chong, CCIM
Helen Chong is the Founder and CEO of HAYLEN Group, a residential and commercial real estate firm in Silicon Valley. She earned her CCIM designation in 2017 and served as President of the Northern California CCIM Chapter in 2020-2021, becoming the first Asian female immigrant to hold this position. Helen is a published author, Forbes contributor, CCIM Institute instructor, and was recognized as a 2021 Top 100 Women of Influence by Silicon Valley Business Journal. She holds multiple certifications including CIPS, GRI, and ABR, and is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, English, and Indonesian.
Tony Rishell, CCIM, CPM, CTFA
Tony Rishell is a Private Wealth Real Estate Consultant specializing in asset management, brokerage, and consulting. He served as President of the Northern California CCIM Chapter in 2024-2025 and currently chairs the Education Committee. Tony is a CCIM Institute Ward Center instructor and has taught Introduction to Commercial Real Estate courses. He holds the CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member), CPM (Certified Property Manager), and CTFA (Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor) designations, bringing a comprehensive understanding of real estate investment, property management, and fiduciary responsibility to his teaching.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Delilah Brown at [email protected]
Event Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellation Deadlines:
- Monthly Luncheons (Tuesdays): Cancellations must be received by 5:00 PM on the Friday before the event
- All Other Events: Cancellations must be received 5 business days before the event date
Refund Policy:
- Cancellations received before the deadline: Full refund or event credit (member's choice)
- Cancellations received after the deadline: No refund available
- No-shows: No refund available
- Double Payment: If you discover you've been charged twice for the same event, we will issue an event credit
How to Cancel:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (760) 586-3814
- Please include your name, event name, and date in your cancellation request
Important Notes
- Refunds will be processed within 5-7 business days
- Event credits may be applied to future CCIM Northern California events within 12 months
- Due to venue catering commitments, we cannot make exceptions to these deadlines
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Tickets
$99.00 Chapter Member Registration
$149.00 Non-Member Registration
$99.00 SCCAOR Member Ticket (will be verified)
