The Goldie Initiative prepares women for leadership roles in CRE by fostering strong industry relationships and leadership skills. Our program adapts to market shifts and addresses the barriers women continually face in the industry.
Our Mission & Vision
Positioning Commercial Real Estate for Long-Term Success
Why We Exist
Gender Gap in CRE: Women make up 37% of the commercial real estate industry – a figure that hasn’t changed in over 15 years—and only 9% hold C-suite roles.
Reflecting the Market: The real estate workforce should better mirror its diverse audience of users and buyers.
Different Perspectives Fuel Success: Balanced gender representation enhances financial results, innovation, decision-making, talent retention, brand reputation, and risk management.
Our Vision
Our Scholars are backed by a strong, engaged commercial real estate community made up of industry leaders, innovators, and accomplished professionals. This supportive network provides mentorship, insight, and meaningful connections that help Scholars navigate their career paths with confidence.
Through active networking, guidance, and industry engagement, these professionals open doors, share opportunities, and create pathways for emerging women leaders in commercial real estate. Their involvement strengthens the Goldie Scholar experience and fuels a powerful pipeline of women ready to lead and transform the industry
Our Four Pillars of Impact
Our program is built on a strategic four-pillar model designed to foster meaningful, lasting advancement.
Scholarship
We provide merit-based scholarships of up to $15,000 to graduate students pursuing degrees in real estate-related fields. This financial support allows Scholars to focus on their studies and careers without the weight of financial burden.
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Mentorship
Every Scholar is matched with a senior CRE executive who serves as a mentor. These one-on-one relationships offer invaluable insight, career guidance, and personal support that often extend far beyond the academic year.
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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
We are deeply committed to cultivating the next generation of women leaders in commercial real estate. Through mentorship, events, and real-world experiences, Scholars gain the tools and connections to shape their careers with purpose.
Leadership Development Programming
NETWORKING
From local meetups to national gatherings, Scholars gain access to a robust network of peers, alumnae, and industry leaders. These connections help create meaningful opportunities and lasting professional relationships.
Grow Your CRE NetworkBuilding a Lasting Impact
Since its founding in 2007, The Goldie Initiative has supported more than 200 women across nearly 20 graduate programs nationwide. Our alumnae now hold influential roles at leading firms and continue to shape the future of commercial real estate.
Because of your support, The Goldie Initiative is not just creating opportunities. We are creating leaders. Together, we are reshaping the face of commercial real estate leadership, one remarkable woman at a time.
