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Invest in the Next Generation of CRE Leaders

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The Opportunity

Sponsors have a unique opportunity to influence new entrants to commercial real estate and build loyalty to their brand. The students in the program are selected based on their likelihood and ability to build a successful career in the industry.

Our typical class is comprised of a diverse demographic of high-performing individuals with an intentional focus on building a career in commercial real estate. The students may be professionals that are considering a career change or advancement or recent college graduates.

The Opportunity

Sponsors have a unique opportunity to influence new entrants to commercial real estate and build loyalty to their brand. The students in the program are selected based on their likelihood and ability to build a successful career in the industry.

Our typical class is comprised of a diverse demographic of high-performing individuals with an intentional focus on building a career in commercial real estate. The students may be professionals that are considering a career change or advancement or recent college graduates.

Investing in Our Future

For generations, commercial real estate training has been offered one way, mentorship. We still believe that nothing replaces a good mentor, but that has created some gaps in the technical skills not typically taught in our industry without on-the-job experience.

Meanwhile, the technical aspects of the industry continue to evolve and become more complicated. The increased burden on the mentors and trainers leaves them little time and less desire to develop new talent.

As a result, our industry is not attracting and retaining new and diverse talent. A labor shortage could create a severe issue for all of our organizations in the very near future.

The goal of this program is to change that, one emerging professional at a time.

Providing Scholarships

Get to know students one-on-one. Many students obtain a position in the industry after finishing the program. This is a wonderful opportunity for businesses to identify top talent who have received industry training.

Corporate Sponsors

Be promoted as a contributor to this important talent development program.

The Program Details

Apply to be a mentor
Apply to be an Instructor
Apply to be a Sponsor
Student Application

Who We Serve

Each year we sort through a growing list of applicants and search for the brightest and most ambitious emerging professionals joining our industry. This includes current working professionals, working parents, veterans, business owners and college students.
  • 83% had 3 years of experience in CRE or less
  • Common careers prior to CRE included:
    • Attorney
    • Business Owner
    • Military
    • Lender
  • 60.3% working full time in the industry at the time of application
  • 81% on Full or Partial Scholarships
  • 18 brokerage firms represented

Breakdown of the Class of 2025

0-1 Year in CRE
1-3 Years in CRE
Full-Time Worker
Women
On Scholarships
Graduated from the Program
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I want to extend my thanks to the team, the speakers, and the graders. This course has been extremely impactful for my professional development. I recently spoke with a broker whom I consider a mentor, and he was impressed with my progress in understanding CRE topics. I'm gladly recommending this course to anyone looking to develop a strong foundation in CRE.

Frank Nater (Class of 2025)

Top Virtual Student in Graduating Class
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Having been part of [the CRE Launch] Training Program, I can say that this is an incredible opportunity to be mentored by industry leaders and veterans from Foresite Commercial Real Estate. Bethany, Chad, Alexandria, and the whole Foresite team were amazing to work with and were always willing to meet virtually one-on-one and provide insightful information for our course work. I’m grateful to have been part of Foresite’s 2020 Training Program, as I made so many connections and it led me to my current employment at NorthMarq!

Edith Gonzales (Class of 2020)

Sales Development Representative at Northmarq
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My career is in commercial lending and this is where the class really helped me become both more confident in talking to customers about development projects but also underwriting their projects.

Kyle Bubela (Class of 2021)

Banking Professional at Jefferson Bank
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Foresite’s CRE Launch Program was top-notch. As a professional economic developer, I had certain preconceived ideas of what this course would teach me. The program easily surpassed those expectations. I gained a deeper appreciation of the many facets of commercial real estate — from macro economics to micro economics, outstanding lectures from solid professionals and real world projects — I felt I came away with a lot more than I expected. I cannot speak more highly about this program. Thank you again for this remarkable opportunity.

Kate Silva, CEdC (Class of 2022)

Certified Economic Developer and Commercial Realtor at Verde Commercial Real Estate / KW City View
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This class went over everything I've gone over in the last year and a half of college--and then one upped it.

Justin Ventura (Class of 2022)

Associate at Partners Real Estate
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I actually used [the CRE Launch Program] to get my job at JLL. They heard of the program and they were really excited because of it. That’s one of the reasons why they hired me.

Angelica Griesenbeck (Class of 2024)

Sales Assistant at JLL

    Sponsorship Tiers

    Available for each campus. Nationwide add-on option available on Sponsor Payment Page.

    Platinum Sponsor

    $5,000
    • Sponsor logo on all advertisements named on all program materials, website, social media posts
    • Attendance for four at Kickoff and Closing Reception
    • May include branded items in student swag bags
    • Hyperlinked website on landing page
    • Sponsor may provide pop up banner to display at kickoff and all classes
    • Company representative introduced to students
    • Ongoing social media acknowledgments for the year
    • Inclusion in press release
    • Company may send one representative to each session
    • Logo on E-blast to local industry professionals (2 blasts)
    • Recognition for sponsorship of two students
    • Half page ad in program brochure

    Gold Sponsor

    $3,500
    • Sponsor logo on program materials and link on website, social media mentions
    • Attendance for two at Kickoff and Closing Reception
    • May include branded items in student swag bags
    • Inclusion in press release
    • Recognition for sponsorship of one student
    • Logo on E-blast to local industry professionals (2 blasts)
    • Quarter page ad in student program brochure

    Silver Sponsor

    $2,500
    • Recognition for sponsorship of one student
    • Sponsor logo on program materials and website, and inclusion in press release
    • May include branded items in student swag bags
    • Logo on E-blast to 8,500 industry professionals (2 blasts)
    • 2x2 ad in program brochure

    Other Sponsorships

    Have something else in mind? Talk to us about your goals and budget.

    San Antonio
    Kickoff Lunch

    $2,500

    Named sponsor for kickoff lunch for alumni, mentors, instructors, and students. Approximately 150 attendees in San Antonio Campus. Sponsor may provide and present pop up banner and set up display at event as well as be introduced and welcome the attendees at the start of the program.

    To sponsor another Campus Kickoff Lunch, please contact us at (210) 816-2734 or info@cre-launch.com.

    San Antonio
    Closing Reception

    $1,500

    Named sponsor for closing reception for mentors, instructors, and students. Approximately 80 attendees. Sponsor may be introduced and welcome the attendees at the close of the program.

    To sponsor another Campus Closing Reception, please contact us at (210) 816-2734 or info@cre-launch.com.

    Recruiting
    Sponsor

    $1,000
    Receive copies of resumes and application cover letters from the accepted students. Company representative may attend kick off and closing classes to meet students.

    Supporting
    Sponsor

    $500
    Sponsor logo on program materials and website. Company representative may attend kick off to meet students.

    Payment can be made via credit card or check prior to March 1, 2026 to be included in E-Blasts and Early Marketing. Organizations partnering in 2026 will receive additional branding opportunities on materials and social media posts. Contact us at (210) 816-2734 for more information.

    Companies Where Our Graduates Work

    Security Service Federal Credit Union Title Company
    Colliers
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    SWBC
    Crexi
    Companies Where Our Graduates Work
    A thank-you to our sponsors

    Schedule & Curriculum

    May 25 - 29
    Curriculum
    • Welcome to the Training Program!
    • CRE Etiquette and Communications
    • CRE Ethics
    Research Topics
    • Types of Leases
    Assignment
    • Interview
    Alexandria Tatem
    Overview | Tuesday

    Alexandria Tatem

    Foresite Commercial Real Estate
    Syllabus Day (Online) - May 26
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    Kickoff | Thursday

    TBD

    TBD
    Kickoff Event - May 28

    Apply for the Program

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    Submit Your Application

    Tips for a successful application

    • Make sure that you can log in to our online student portal, Commercial Resources. If you are having trouble please contact us.

    • Provide your contact details, resume, area of interest for the mentor match, and a strong cover letter that highlights your passion for CRE, your experience, and why you believe this program is the best fit for you.

    • If you are applying for a scholarship, please be prepared to write a few paragraphs outlining your need for the scholarship and how it will support your growth in the commercial real estate industry in the scholarship section of the application.

    • If your company is planning to cover your tuition, this can be indicated at the end of your application.

    • Submit all details by April 15. Please note that the application must be completed in one sitting, as your progress will not be saved if you need to return to the page later.

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    Our classes are based in San Antonio, but we do offer virtual classes or campuses in other cities.