RE&FA is powered by its members.
Our committees bring together professionals from across the industry to develop programs, foster connections, and help move RE&FA forward. Joining a committee is a great way to get more out of your membership, meet new people, and make a meaningful contribution to the association. Find a committee that interests you and get involved!
Annual Events Committee
The Annual Events Committee plans RE&FA’s signature programs, including the Annual Forecasting Luncheon and Leaders in Commercial Real Estate Series. Members help shape program content, identify speakers and panelists, and support event marketing. The committee meets every other month or as needed.
2026 Co-Chairs:
Heather Brown, Cushman & Wakefield
Kevin Stone, CrossHarbor Capital Partners
Staff Liaison:Â Bethany Lawson
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee
RE&FA’s DEI Committee works to foster a more inclusive and welcoming association through educational programming, policy development, best practices, and member engagement. Committee members serve as ambassadors for DEI and help create a stronger, more inclusive RE&FA community.
2026 Chairs:
Amy Benoit, W.T. Kenney
Gregory Bradford, Nutter
Caroline Suarez, Manulife Investment Management
Staff Liaison: Bethany Lawson
Emerging Leaders Committee
The Emerging Leaders Committee plans networking, educational, and leadership development programs for RE&FA’s next generation of industry professionals. The committee also organizes community service activities and After Hours networking events. Members meet monthly for a small-group discussion, often featuring an industry or market roundtable.
Learn more and become an Emerging Leader here.
2026 Tri-Chairs:
Jack Ingham, Marcus Partners
Michael Lane, Global Partners
Jenny Sylver, Wells Fargo Bank
Staff Liaison:Â Lauren Schultz
Golf Committee
The Golf Committee plans RE&FA’s Annual Charitable Golf Tournament, helping shape the event, develop sponsorship opportunities, and support sponsor outreach. The committee meets February through July.
2026 Co-Chairs:
Christine Flaherty, Citizens Bank
Brian Weeks, First American Title Insurance Company - National Commercial Services
Staff Liaison:Â Bethany Lawson
Innovation & Technology Committee
The Innovation & Technology Committee explores emerging technologies and trends shaping commercial real estate, including PropTech, sustainability, business analytics, and AI. Members share insights and evaluate practical tools and technologies that can help RE&FA members make smarter, more informed business decisions.
2026 Co-Chairs:
Grant Buchanan, BXP
Deke Schultze, Transwestern Investment Group
Staff Liaison:Â Bethany Lawson
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee is responsible for generating new member leads, assisting with the dues renewal process and identifying ways to retain, engage, and attract new members. The Membership Committee meets monthly January - March and then every other month for the remainder of the year.
2026 Tri-Chairs:
Joelle Denham, The Bulfinch Companies
Ian McKinley, Ryan, LLC
Ross Sabasteanski, AEW Capital Management
Staff Liaison:Â Kayla Burmeister
Programs Committee
The Programs Committee plays a central role in RE&FA’s educational programming, planning 7+ programs each year. Members help identify timely topics and speakers, shape program content, and support marketing. The committee meets monthly.
2026 Tri-Chairs:
Andrew Alperstein, PwC
Michael Chase, NorthMarq Capital
Amy Lousararian, JLL
Staff Liaison:Â Bethany Lawson
Mentor Program
The RE&FA Mentor Program connects Emerging Leader members with senior industry professionals for a yearlong mentorship. Through regular meetings, mentors and mentees exchange ideas, share career advice, and support each other’s professional growth.
Learn more and join the Mentor Program here.
2026 Tri-Chairs:
Michael Caliva, Skanska Commercial Development
Vin Norton, Urban Meritage
Ryan Parker, JLL
Staff Liaison:Â Bethany Lawson
Interested in joining a committee? Email the committee's staff liaison.
You must be a RE&FA member to join.