Impact Summit

Connecting, Celebrating, and Advancing Women in Commercial Real Estate

The Goldie Initiative’s Impact Summit is our annual celebration of the scholars, alumni, mentors, volunteers, donors, and industry leaders who make our mission possible.

Each year, the Summit brings together commercial real estate professionals to recognize achievements, share impact, strengthen relationships, and inspire the next generation of women leaders in the industry.

Save the Date:
Impact Summit 2027 – May 19, 2027

Impact Summit 2026 Recap

On May 20, 2026, more than 200 commercial real estate professionals gathered at the Union League Club of Chicago for the 3rd Annual Impact Summit.

The event celebrated the achievements of Goldie Scholars and alumni, recognized outstanding volunteers and industry champions, and highlighted the continued growth of The Goldie Initiative’s programs and community.

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Thank You to Our Presenting Sponsors!

We extend our sincere gratitude to our 2026 Presenting Sponsors for their leadership and support of The Goldie Initiative’s mission.

New in 2026: Networking Power Circles

One of the most exciting additions to this year’s Summit was the introduction of Networking Power Circles, an interactive experience inspired by The Goldie Initiative’s signature networking model.

Highlights

Structured networking designed to foster meaningful connections
Highly engaged participation from every table
Cross-industry relationship building among CRE professionals
Practical networking insights participants could immediately apply

Impact Summit attendees engage in the Networking Power Circles exercise.

2026 Impact Summit Award Recipients

The Goldie Initiative recognizes individuals and organizations who exemplify our four program pillars: Scholarship, Networking, Mentoring, and Leadership.