Dear Members, Partners, and Friends of REAL,
As we close out 2024 and look ahead to 2025, I want to reflect on the tremendous strides our organization has made and share my excitement for the opportunities ahead.
2024 marked a pivotal period for the Real Estate Association of Latinx Professionals. We’ve expanded our reach and deepened our impact, solidifying our position as a vital resource and advocate for Latinx professionals in commercial real estate. From dynamic networking events and educational workshops to the successful launch of initiatives like our upcoming job board and speakers series, we have demonstrated the power of community, collaboration, and shared purpose. Together, we’ve inspired and empowered countless professionals while championing diversity and inclusion in our industry.
Our corporate and institutional partnerships have been invaluable, with over 30 organizations collaborating with us to advance equity in commercial real estate for business success.
Looking forward to 2025, our vision remains bold and transformative. We aim to:
We’re also thrilled to focus on growing our leadership, including identifying an Executive Director to help steer our mission forward.
REAL’s work is more than an organizational effort—it’s a movement. And this movement thrives because of your unwavering support, passion, and belief in the power of representation.
As we step into 2025, I encourage all of you to stay engaged, participate in our events, and bring your voice to the table. Together, we are not just shaping the future of commercial real estate; we are redefining what’s possible.
On behalf of the Board of Directors, thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s continue building a legacy of empowerment, opportunity, and transformation.
Here’s to an inspiring and impactful 2025!
Pa’lante!
Jeff Monge President of the Board
Real Estate Association of Latinx Professionals
Thank You to Our Event Sponsors!
REĀL Rumba NYC held its inaugural networking event on April 30th at Wells Fargo’s office at 30 Hudson Yards, featuring NYC Housing Preservation and Development Commissioner Adolfo Carrion as the guest speaker.
“This was an emotional event for so many attendees and being in the presence of so many well-intended Latinos, I’m taking a call for action to network, educate, and advocate for the advancement of underrepresented Latino professionals,” said Jeffrey Monge, managing partner of Monge Capital and New York Chair of REĀL.
REAL, a real estate association of Latinx professionals, is holding their inaugural event on October 12th at the rooftop plaza of the Mezcalero LBC Bar & Lounge in Downtown Long Beach, CA. The event will celebrate the closing of 2022’s Hispanic Heritage Month.
REAL Board Member and Co-founder Christianne (Mejia) Schrobilgen from iimpact Capital echoes the mission of REAL, which is to increase visibility, advancement and equity for Latinx professionals in commercial real estate by creating a multifaceted network across industry sectors. “Latinos/Hispanics represent the biggest demographic in Southern California, but are still largely underrepresented in CRE. REAL was formed to celebrate our culture and perspective, and invite others to enjoy it with us,” said Schrobilgen.
REĀL, a commercial real estate organization focused on advancement and integration of Latinx professionals in the industry, recently held its inaugural event, The Midsummer Soiree at DAMA Fashion District in Downtown Los Angeles. The evening, hosted by Mujeras De REĀL (Women of REĀL), was attended by 30 executive leading real estate women and featured special guests, Cynthia Ruiz and Nilza Serrano, community leaders and co-authors of “Extraordinary Latinas”.
The LOFT Charlas are local, self-organized discussions led by community leaders across the country. A LOFT Charla is an opportunity to share what you want, however you want. The Charlas were created to inspire and connect leaders from different backgrounds in a supportive family like environment.
You can expect to make deep connections through your shared experiences at our LOFT Charlas. In a series of back to back presentations on everything from technology, entrepreneurship, to wellness, the Charlas amplify the impact of innovators by connecting them to the global LOFT network. Speakers with diverse backgrounds and interests each have five minutes to present about anything they would like.
