It began in 1981 when leading members of Southwest Florida's commercial and investment real estate community banded together to establish a local organization that would provide:
Led by John States, the president of the Florida Chapter of the Real Estate Securities and Syndication Institute (RESSI), the group formed the state's first regional chapter of RESSI.
The Southwest Florida Chapter of RESSI developed an affiliate membership program that actively involved all professions involved in real estate investment and development. The organization flourished and became one of the most active chapters in the nation.
In 1990, the group sought to concentrate its energies and resources entirely on initiatives and educational programs that addressed local market conditions and investment strategies. Toward that goal, the Real Estate Investment Society was formed as an independent organization, dedicated to assisting members in the effective utilization of real estate through networking, education, public service and a common voice on pertinent issues.
Please view the list below of our Past Presidents:
Thursday February 09, 2023Annual ULI Southwest Florida District event features a detailed report on market trends by Renee Sarria, partner with PwC. Kristine Smale, senior vice president of Zonda, provides perspective on the local region. swflorida.uli.org
Tuesday February 14, 2023Ben Siegel, Executive Director of Lee County Port Authority, will deliver an update on airport expansion projects and associated development. The luncheon is sponsored by DeAngelis Diamond Construction.
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Tuesday March 14, 2023Annual event delivers valuable insights and predictions about the real estate market in Southwest Florida, presented by Randy Thibaut, Denny Grimes, and REIS Vice President Justin Thibaut. www.markettrendsswfl.com
Thursday April 06, 2023REIS reception for the Board of Lee County Commissioners, sponsored by Edison National Bank and Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt. Exclusively for REIS members and their guests. Invitations will be sent via email.