Coldwell Banker Commercial: Making an Impact Across September’s CRE Events
At Coldwell Banker Commercial, we believe leadership means showing up where the conversations that shape our industry are happening. This September, our leaders and network members were in demand across the country — from San Diego to Chicago to Las Vegas — connecting, sharing expertise, and reinforcing why CBC remains one of the most trusted names in commercial real estate.
CREi Summit
At the CREi Summit, Coldwell Banker Commercial leaders joined industry peers to explore new ways of leveraging technology, storytelling, and thought leadership. CBC continues to stand out as a voice for innovation and connection in the broader CRE ecosystem, ensuring our professionals are positioned to lead in a marketplace where influence and digital visibility matter more than ever.
GenBlue
At GenBlue, Matt Kornfeind and Dan Spiegel each hosted sessions spotlighting how residential agents can bridge into commercial, and how commercial specialists can differentiate themselves in today’s market. Their breakouts aligned with this year’s overarching theme of growth and innovation — helping agents see opportunity in change and positioning CBC as the go-to brand for commercial expertise within the Coldwell Banker network.
Blueprint
At Blueprint, our leaders joined hundreds of industry professionals exploring the latest in real estate technology, spending their days navigating the bustling expo floor and meeting with cutting-edge vendors reshaping the commercial real estate landscape. From AI-powered property valuation platforms to sophisticated tenant experience apps, the conversations highlighted how rapidly technology is transforming CRE. This conference was about more than discovering new tools—it was about building relationships with the innovators defining the industry's future. We left Vegas energized by the possibilities ahead and armed with insights that will influence their approach to commercial real estate technology.
NAR C5 + CCIM Global Summit
In Chicago, CBC hosted one of the most memorable experiences of the NAR C5 + CCIM Global Summit: Cruising Through Chicago’s Legacy: A Morning on the River.
Led by Dan Spiegel, guests boarded a historic fireboat for a pre-conference river tour of Chicago’s legendary skyline. As attendees cruised past the city’s architectural icons, they gained insights into how commercial real estate continues to shape urban life. The morning blended learning, networking, and inspiration — a perfect example of CBC creating experiences where relationships thrive.
As a gold sponsor of the conference, CBC hosted a happy hour giving conference attendees the opportunity to connect following day one’s kick off session.
Sessions at NAR C5 + CCIM Global Summit highlighted how artificial intelligence is transforming CRE. Key Takeaways from the Summit:
- Operationalizing AI: Firms that embed AI into underwriting, workflows, and client service models fastest will lead the next era.
- Client Expectations: Turnaround times that once took a day are shrinking to hours thanks to AI-assisted analysis.
- Talent Pipeline: As automation accelerates, the industry must rethink how to train and develop the next generation of brokers.
- Office Evolution: Employers are calling workers back to offices, but demand is for smarter, community-driven, hyper-localized spaces.
- Standing Out: As industry icon Bob Knakal shared, visibility matters more than ever — AI tools and clients alike are looking online to decide who the “best” brokers are.
For us, these conversations validated what we already know: the future belongs to those who embrace change, invest in talent, and keep clients at the center.
NAHREP at AVANCE (San Diego)
Dan Spiegel joined the NAHREP at AVANCE Fall Conference to lead two dynamic sessions on breaking into commercial real estate. His practical guidance and insider insights gave NAHREP’s commercial and emerging residential-commercial agents a roadmap for expanding their businesses — reinforcing CBC’s role as both an industry partner and a growth catalyst for entrepreneurial professionals. CBC joined the NAHREP conference as part of Anywhere’s support for Latino businesses and real estate professionals.
Why It Matters
September demonstrated what makes Coldwell Banker Commercial unique: our people are not just attending events, they’re shaping them. From river tours to national conferences, from GenBlue to NAHREP, we are helping set the agenda for the industry’s most pressing conversations.
Interested in learning more about how Coldwell Banker Commercial can support your business goals? Let’s connect.
This article was written with the help of AI.
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