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History

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:

  • Practical Education
  • Promote Ethical Standards
  • Represent the Interests of the Profession within the local business community

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:

REIS Past Presidents
Bill Morris, PE 2021
Mary Gentile, CRM, CSX 2020
Alexis Crespo, AICP 2019
Bev Larson, CCIM 2018
Karen Miller 2017
Amanda L. Brock (Rivera), Esq. 2016
Matt Simmons 2015
Sean Ellis, Esq. 2014
Steve Hurley 2013
Kim Donnelly 2012
Kevin M. Fitzgerald 2011
Hal Tate 2010
Sharon Jenkins-Owen, AICP 2009
Steven C. Hartsell, Esq. 2008
Gerald A. Hendry, MAI, CCIM 2007
Stanley A. Stouder, CCIM 2006
Frank Mullins
2005
Russell Schropp
2004
Larry Johnson
2003
Neale Montgomery
2002
Tracy L. Hayden
2001
Charles J. Basinait
2000
W. Michael Maxwell, MAI
1999
Ronald E. Inge
1998
R.Q. "Dick" Richards III
1997
Robbie B. Roepstorff
1995-1996
Frank D'Alessandro
1993-1995
Randal L. Mercer, CAM
1991-1993
Stanley A. Stouder, CCIM
1990-1991
Russell T. Gorgone, CCIM
1989-1990
Warren T. Barry, CCIM
1988-1989
Robert S. Barber, CCIM
1987-1988
J. Clifford Wiersma, CCIM
1986-1987
John R. Asp
1985-1986
Robert B. White, CCIM
1984-1985
Mitch Williams
1983-1984
John E. States
1982-1983

 

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FEB
09

Emerging Trends in Real Estate

Thursday February 09, 2023
Annual 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

FEB
14

REIS February luncheon

Tuesday February 14, 2023
Ben 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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MAR
14

Market Trends SWFL

Tuesday March 14, 2023
Annual 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

APR
06

REIS Reception for Lee County Commissioners

Thursday April 06, 2023
REIS 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.

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