Latest News from The Goldie Initiative – Our Impact on Female Leaders in the Commercial Real Estate Industry

Latest News from The Goldie Initiative

The Goldie Initiative® Hosts 9th Annual Goldie Gala at

Chicago Union Station

A celebration of our 2025 Shero, the 2025-26 class of Goldie Scholars,

and record-breaking fundraising and attendance

At the 9th annual Goldie Gala on September 18, Kimberly Adams, Managing Director at Clarion Partners was honored with the 2025 Shero Award, which is presented annually by The Goldie Initiative to a female executive whose achievements inspire the next generation of commercial real estate professionals.

The Goldie Gala is an opportunity to celebrate Goldie Scholars, valued stakeholders, and the commercial real estate industry. It is often referred to as ‘the networking event of the season,’ attracting the best and brightest throughout commercial real estate. This year’s Goldie Gala broke all previous records by raising over $1.2 Million in support of the organization’s mission and welcomed around 1,000 attendees.

The 2026 Goldie Gala is scheduled for Thursday, September 17th, honoring Shero Lisa Konieczka of CBRE. The full 2025 Goldie Gala photo album is available here.
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Many thanks to our 2025 Goldie Gala Presenting Sponsors!

Celebrate Goldie’s 80th Birthday on Giving Tuesday –

Honor Her Legacy, Shape the Future

Goldie B. Wolfe Miller pictured above at Goldie Gala 2025, with Goldie Scholars

 

This year marks a milestone: Goldie B. Wolfe Miller, visionary founder of The Goldie Initiative, turns 80! For decades, Goldie has championed women in commercial real estate, breaking barriers and creating opportunities for future leaders. Her passion and perseverance have transformed countless careers—and now it’s our turn to celebrate her incredible impact.

On Giving Tuesday, December 2, 2025, join us in honoring Goldie’s legacy by supporting The Goldie Initiative. Your gift will help fund scholarships, mentorship programs, and leadership development for women in the commercial real estate industry, Goldie Scholars.

Help us celebrate Goldie’s 80th birthday by carrying her vision forward for generations. Be part of this historic celebration by donating at www.goldieinitiative.org/donate. Donors will have the opportunity to leave a message for Goldie, which will be shared with her. Thank you!
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Debbie’s Buck-It Bash Raises Funds to Support

Goldie Scholars

Pictured L-R: Goldie Scholars Jess Ravitch and Teresa Amaro with Paula Harris, David Frank, and Lee Golub

 

This year’s Goldie Scholar cohort increased by two female graduate students studying in the Chicago area, in thanks to a partnership with the Debbie Frank Legacy Fund and CREW Chicago. Debbie Frank, who passed away in 2020, was a respected and accomplished leader and was passionate about helping women succeed in commercial real estate. Debbie’s legacy was celebrated at the Buck-it Bash on October 16th; contributions from the event support the growth of the 2025-2026 Goldie Scholar to 40 Goldie Scholars.
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Our People In The News

Kimberly Adams Honored with 2 Industry Awards

Kimberly Adams, Managing Director at Clarion Partners, received recognition for her contributions to the industry in Fall 2025. Kim has been named a 2025 New York Power Women Honoree by Bisnow and the 2025 Shero by The Goldie Initiative. This recognition solidifies Kim’s status as a powerhouse leader in the commercial real estate industry.
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Megan Abraham Moderates Commercial Observer Panel

 

For a panel on designing spaces that shape student life, Megan Abraham, CEO of The Goldie Initiative, moderated a discussion with industry leaders that focused on topics such as sustainability, student recruitment and retention, and wellness. The panel was part of the National Higher Education Forum.
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Goldie Scholar© & Alumnae Updates

Goldie Scholars Making Moves

Goldie Scholars and Alumnae are making news! With too many updates to share individually, please visit the Goldie Scholar and Alumnae Update.
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Current Goldie Scholar Christine Kim, an MBA student at Columbia Business School in New York, has been elected a Student Body Co-President for the 2025-26 School Year.
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Goldie Alumna Roxanne Ibe, founder of Talisman Development Group, was featured on the latest podcast episode of Women of Coldwell Banker Commercial.

 
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Women in Business

The Goldie Initiative Expands National Mentor Network with 44 Executive Leaders Supporting Women in CRE

Each Goldie Scholar is matched with an individual mentor who is an experienced senior real estate professional. Mentors are selected for their ability to serve as role models, their industry experience, and specific expertise in an area that enhances each scholar’s experience and interests. This year’s mentors represent key markets across the U.S. and provide personalized, high-quality guidance through The Goldie Initiative’s industry-leading mentor match process. The Goldie Initiative’s staff and volunteers recruited 20 new mentors to the program, mostly from the organization’s expansion cities of New York, Boston, and Washington D.C., ensuring that Goldie Scholars across the country have access to mentors who are local to them and familiar with their regional markets.
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