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Your Property. Our Expertise.
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
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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MAR
09

REIS March Luncheon

Tuesday March 09, 2021
Lee County's Goals and Challenges will be addressed by Kevin Ruane, chair of the Lee County Board of County Commissioners. Sponsored by Stantec.

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MAR
09

Market Trends of SW Florida 2021

Tuesday March 09, 2021
Market Trends 2021 will be a free virtual event. Leading local experts will assess current trends, offer insights on emerging strategies, and discuss the outlook for the future.

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OCT
14

Reception for Lee County Commissioners

Thursday October 14, 2021
Popular bi-annual event to introduce the Lee County Board of County Commissioners. Hosted by Edison National Bank and Henderson Franklin Starnes & Holt. By invitation only, to be sent in March.

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