CT Chapter CCIM

09/22/2026

Last week, the Connecticut CCIM Chapter hosted a well-attended event at The REC in Hartford focused on passive 1031 exchange strategies.

Attendees gained practical insights into 1031 exchanges, passive replacement property options, tax deferral, income preservation, and estate planning considerations for clients preparing to sell investment properties.

Thank you to our guest speakers and their organizations:

• Brian Rivera, Veritas Group
• Derek Mazza, Asset Preservation, Inc.
• JD Altobello, DST Authority

We also thank our sponsors and everyone who attended for helping make the event a success.

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09/10/2026

Next Week! Join us for an informative discussion about how passive 1031 exchange strategies may help real estate investors transition away from active property management while pursuing tax deferral, income, wealth preservation, and estate-planning goals. The program will feature Brian Rivera of Veritas Group, Derek Mazza of Asset Preservation, Inc., and JD Altobello of DST Authority, who will discuss fractional ownership structures, professionally managed real estate opportunities, replacement-property planning, and considerations for transferring fractional interests to heirs.

Event Details:
Date: September 16
Location: The Rec Hartford, 160 Trumbull Street, Hartford, CT
Time: 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Food and beverages will be available.
Register: www.ctccim.com

09/03/2026

We'd like to congratulate our annual sponsor Aaron Bohigian of Northwest Community Bank on this amazing accomplishment! Being recognized as a 2026 New Leader in Banking by the Connecticut Bankers Association is a testament to your leadership, professionalism, and dedication to the industry. We are incredibly proud to have you as a partner of the CT Chapter CCIM. Bravo!

08/28/2026

Drive better client outcomes and elevate your CRE advisory capabilities with CI 103: User Decision Analysis, hosted by the CT CCIM Chapter next month in CT.

Master advanced financial modeling to guide corporate clients through complex occupancy decisions. You'll tackle comparative lease analysis, sale-leaseback strategies, and the CCIM Decision-Making Model to optimize user space decisions.

Instructor: Walt Clements, CCIM
Course is approved for 6 Elective CE Credits in the State of Connecticut

Move closer to earning your CCIM designation. Scan QR code for details and registration or go to https://ccim.my.site.com/CCIMCommunity/s/community-event?id=a1UTR00000V7SYn2AN

08/21/2026

Join us for an informative discussion about how passive 1031 exchange strategies may help real estate investors transition away from active property management while pursuing tax deferral, income, wealth preservation, and estate-planning goals. The program will feature Brian Rivera of Veritas Group, Derek Mazza of Asset Preservation, Inc., and JD Altobello of DST Authority, who will discuss fractional ownership structures, professionally managed real estate opportunities, replacement-property planning, and considerations for transferring fractional interests to heirs.

Event Details:
Date: September 16
Location: The Rec Hartford, 160 Trumbull Street, Hartford, CT
Time: 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Food and beverages will be available.
Register: www.ctccim.com

07/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined the CT CCIM Chapter for our Twilight Music Cruise aboard the Bridgeport–Port Jefferson Ferry!

We had a fantastic turnout and a beautiful evening on Long Island Sound, made even more memorable by the great music of The C-Sides, fronted by our past Chapter President, Jack Lynch.

We’re grateful to everyone who came aboard and helped make the event such a success. We look forward to seeing you at the next CT CCIM Chapter gathering.

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07/16/2026

Join us next week for our Mariner's Delight Cruise with The C-Sides! This is the perfect opportunity to catch up with colleagues, expand your commercial real estate network, and enjoy a beautiful twilight sunset on Long Island Sound.

We’ll be boarding the Bridgeport-Port Jefferson Ferry for a relaxing 3-hour round-trip cruise. Even better? The rock n' roll entertainment is fronted by our very own past CT CCIM Chapter President, Jack Lynch, and his band, The C-Sides!

• Complimentary drink ticket and ferry admission included with registration.

Don't miss the boat! Register at www.ctccim.com

07/06/2026

In June, the CT Chapter CCIM hosted our Annual Symposium at TPC River Highlands, and it was truly an incredible event.

The symposium brought together members of the CRE community for a morning of conversation, connection, shared experiences, learning, and insight.

A special thank you to Bob Knakal, one of New York’s top commercial real estate brokers, for joining us as our keynote speaker. We deeply appreciate Bob making the time to come to Connecticut and share his story, his experience, and the many lessons he has learned throughout his career. His message provided tremendous value to everyone in attendance and offered practical insight on how each of us can continue striving to be the best we can be in our respective fields.

We were also pleased to provide each attendee with a copy of Bob’s book, "$elling Building$", and we sincerely appreciate Bob graciously taking the time at the end of the event to meet attendees, shake hands, and sign books.

To all of our attendees, thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to be part of this event. The feedback we have received following the symposium has been outstanding, and we are grateful for everyone who helped make the day such a success.

We also want to extend a major thank you to all of our sponsors. Events like this are only possible because of your continued support and commitment to the commercial real estate community.

Annual Sponsors -
BL Companies
Upscale Construction CT
Ascend Bank
CohnReznick
H. Kulak & Son LLC
Northwest Community Bank
R.D. Scinto, Inc.
Coldwell Banker Commercial Realty

Event Sponsor -
Hommati

It has been an explosive year for the CT Chapter CCIM, and none of this would be possible without the collaborative efforts of our chapter leadership, members, sponsors, attendees, and the broader CRE community.

We look forward to keeping the momentum going and continuing to bring value, education, and meaningful connections to Connecticut’s commercial real estate industry.

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06/09/2026

Catch up on what is happening with Connecticut CCIM in our June 2026 Newsletter: https://conta.cc/3PRu8Rj

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06/02/2026

Two Weeks from Today! Limited Seating Available!

Join us as we welcome legendary broker Bob Knakal for an exclusive session: The Knakal Playbook: Tactics, Mindset and Ex*****on at the Top.

With over $20 billion in career sales, Bob is sharing his "boots-on-the-ground" methodology to help you transition from being an average broker to a true market authority.

Expert Insights: Learn the blueprint for market dominance from one of the best in the business.

Exclusive Bonus: Every attendee will receive a FREE copy of Bob’s best-selling book, “Selling Buildings.”

Elite Networking: Connect with top-tier CRE professionals and investors in a premier setting.

This event is nearly sold out! Reserve your seat today!

🔗Details & Registration at www.ctccim.com