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 September 29, 20222023 Evaluation and Appraisal Review of the Bonita Springs Comprehensive Plan. Public is welcome to attend and participate.
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Tuesday October 04, 2022County and city managers share insights on issues facing local governments at Chamber of Southwest Florida luncheon. Roger Dejarlais, Marty Lawing, Robert Hernandez, and Jay Boodheshwar are the panelists. chamberswfl.com
Thursday October 06, 2022Coping with rapid growth in Southwest Florida will be the focus of the annual half-day program with expert presentations and interactive panel discussions, presented by REIS and Lutgert College of Business.
Tuesday October 11, 2022Economic and Interest Rate Outlook by Kevin Pfleger, Executive Vice President and Investment Portfolio Manager with Busey Bank Wealth Management. Sponsored by Builders Care.
Thursday November 10, 2022The festive annual party of the Real Estate Investment Society will take place at Sydney's Rooftop at the Davis Arts Center in Fort Myers River District. The event is exclusively for REIS members and their guests. Invitations will be sent in October.
Friday November 11, 2022National Association of Realtors (NAR) annual conference and trade show. Speakers, education, networking, and resources. https://narnxt.realtor/
Thursday December 08, 2022REIS reception for newly elected 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 in November.
Wednesday December 14, 2022The 26th annual Paul Sands Memorial Slaw Dog Invitational golf tournament is the largest source of funding for the Paul Sands Memorial - REIS Scholarship program at Florida Gulf Coast University. Contact Lisa Sands, lsands@viprealty.com for details.