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Kimco Realty® Recognized as Nareit’s 2023 Retail Leader in the Light for Outstanding Sustainability Practices

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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The Leader in the Light awards are given to REITs that have demonstrated outstanding sustainability practices throughout the year, with winners selected by an interdisciplinary panel of judges.

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  • The Leader in the Light awards are given to REITs that have demonstrated outstanding sustainability practices throughout the year, with winners selected by an interdisciplinary panel of judges.
  • "At Kimco, ESG principles are deeply ingrained in how we innovate solutions and plan for the future," said Kimco CEO Conor Flynn.
  • Being recognized once again for our ongoing commitment to leading on environmental, social, and governance issues is a true honor.
  • “We are proud of our industry’s continued commitment toward looking at business strategies through a sustainability lens and implementing practices to execute those strategies.”

ICSC Foundation Partners with Project Destined to Launch Retail Real Estate Bridge Program

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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Through the partnership, the ICSC Foundation and Project Destined launched a Retail Real Estate Bridge Program, offering diverse undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in a hands-on learning program to gain a deeper understanding of a career in retail real estate.

Key Points: 
  • Through the partnership, the ICSC Foundation and Project Destined launched a Retail Real Estate Bridge Program, offering diverse undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in a hands-on learning program to gain a deeper understanding of a career in retail real estate.
  • ICSC’s and Project Destined’s Retail Real Estate Bridge Program pilot will begin in September 2023 and run for eight weeks.
  • Students who have completed Project Destined’s introductory commercial real estate program will be eligible to apply for the Retail Real Estate Bridge Program.
  • To learn more about ICSC’s Retail Real Estate Bridge Program, click here .

Madison International Realty Announces 2023 Partnership with Project Destined

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Monday, July 10, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison International Realty and Project Destined are pleased to announce their continuing partnership which has been in place since 2020.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison International Realty and Project Destined are pleased to announce their continuing partnership which has been in place since 2020.
  • Over the course of this partnership, Madison and Project Destined had the opportunity to impact hundreds of students, helping to prepare the next generation of leaders in the commercial real estate industry.
  • "We continue to focus our commitment to attracting and developing diverse talent, and emphasizing the importance of mentorship to the Madison team in how they spend their time teaching and coaching Project Destined mentees," said Ronald Dickerman, President and Founder of Madison International Realty.
  • To find more information about Madison and Project Destined past events, please visit Madison in the News website.

Stream Realty Partners Invests In Future Of CRE By Sponsoring College Students Through Project Destined

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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DALLAS, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stream Realty Partners has teamed up with Project Destined to give 12 college students in the Dallas market the opportunity to learn about commercial real estate through a work-based curriculum this summer.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stream Realty Partners has teamed up with Project Destined to give 12 college students in the Dallas market the opportunity to learn about commercial real estate through a work-based curriculum this summer.
  • Project Destined is a social impact vehicle that trains high school students, college students, and military veterans to be owners and stakeholders in the communities in which they live.
  • The platform offers various avenues to introduce diverse talent to the commercial real estate industry.
  • Students will also have the opportunity to participate in continuing education courses in financial modeling, investment management, capital markets, and affordable housing.

This Week in People & Culture News: 11 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, May 26, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering different cultural groups stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

Key Points: 
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are critical to preventing long-term consequences of the disease and improving quality of life.
  • Their talent and dedication were celebrated, emphasizing the critical roles they play in shaping the cultural landscape through their storytelling.
  • Subject Matter Experts: Access ProfNet , a database of industry experts to connect with as sources or for quotes in your articles.
  • Related Resources: Read and subscribe to our journalist- and blogger-focused blog, Beyond Bylines , for media news roundups, writing tips, upcoming events, and more.

Black Student-Athlete Summit, Project Destined, and Leading Commercial Real Estate Firms Partner to Launch Virtual Internship Focused on Financial Health for Black Student-Athletes

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Black Student-Athlete Summit (BSAS), a platform dedicated to advancing the professional and academic success of Black student-athletes, is partnering with Project Destined to launch a new virtual internship program that will provide Black student-athletes with training in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and real estate. Financial support is being provided by some of the nation's leading impact-minded real estate firms, including: BGO, Brookfield, Catalyst Housing Group, Dune Real Estate Partners, Jemcor Development Partners, Landspire Group, Marcus & Millichap, Virtu Investments, The Vistria Group, and others.

Key Points: 
  • Student athletes will participate in Project Destined's multi-week, paid virtual internship, which includes more than 25 hours of real estate-based training.
  • Program participants will also join executives to evaluate real-time commercial real estate transactions in their community and compete in pitch competitions to senior industry leaders.
  • "We believe that preparing black student-athletes to become the next generation of commercial real estate professionals will be transformative for the African American community."
  • Project Destined has also partnered with over 250 real estate firms, professional sports teams and leagues including the WNBA, Los Angeles Lakers, Tennessee Titans and Detroit Pistons.

ACRES and Project Destined Announce Strategic Partnership to Mentor Underserved Students to Become the Next Generation of Commercial Real Estate Leaders

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Thursday, March 16, 2023
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ACRES' partnership will support Project Destined and its mission to provide training in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and real estate to students from underserved communities.

Key Points: 
  • ACRES' partnership will support Project Destined and its mission to provide training in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and real estate to students from underserved communities.
  • ACRES welcomed 15 students to work alongside six members of the staff to gain real-world experience and mentorship in the areas of commercial real estate lending, asset management, finance, and legal.
  • "We are excited to partner with ACRES to introduce this incredible group of students to potential careers in commercial real estate," said Project Destined Co-Founder Cedric Bobo.
  • Our partnership with ACRES will ensure that these students are aware of these opportunities and ready to take on that challenge."

ACRE and Project Destined Launch Bridge Program to Introduce Underserved Communities to Careers in Multifamily Direct Lending

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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ACRE , a global real estate private equity firm, and its partner Project Destined, a social impact platform that provides students in underserved communities with training in financial literacy, entrepreneurship and real estate, today announced the launch of a training program focused on multifamily direct lending.

Key Points: 
  • ACRE , a global real estate private equity firm, and its partner Project Destined, a social impact platform that provides students in underserved communities with training in financial literacy, entrepreneurship and real estate, today announced the launch of a training program focused on multifamily direct lending.
  • The eight-week bridge program will afford students based in New York City with training in origination, fundraising, underwriting and due diligence.
  • Accepted fellows will have the opportunity to join weekly bridge program sessions, earn scholarships and network with ACRE executives.
  • ACRE joins a growing list of partners that includes Wells Fargo, JLL, Newmark, Greystar, Hines, Eastdil Secured, and Brookfield Properties.

Housing Partnership Network and Project Destined Expand Partnership to Prime Next Generation of Diverse Talent in the Affordable Housing Sector

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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BOSTON, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Following a successful pilot in fall 2022, national intermediary Housing Partnership Network (HPN) and Project Destined announced today a strategic expansion of the Affordable Housing Bridge Program. Next month, the 8-week intensive program designed to expose diverse college students to multiple career pathways in the affordable housing industry will grow to reach 500 Project Destined alumni across three sessions per year (during the fall, winter, and summer semesters).

Key Points: 
  • The Affordable Housing Bridge Program is an expanded strategic partnership with national intermediary Housing Partnership Network (HPN) and Project Destined to train underserved students and build a pipeline of future talent in the sector.
  • Sponsoring organizations will be able to market available positions and internships to 4500+ engaged and motivated Project Destined alumni from across the country.
  • BOSTON, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Following a successful pilot in fall 2022, national intermediary Housing Partnership Network (HPN) and Project Destined announced today a strategic expansion of the Affordable Housing Bridge Program .
  • By educating cohorts of students and connecting them to nonprofit and for-profit affordable housing leaders and practitioners across the country, the program aims to prime the next generation of affordable housing talent and help address recruiting challenges in the sector.

Bonaventure’s Investment Activities Exceed $1 Billion in 2022

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Thursday, January 12, 2023
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Finance, Asset Management, Professional Services, REIT, Other Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Student, Project Destination, Entrepreneurship, Newport News, Virginia, FON, Partnership, Organization, Growth, ESG, Acquisition, Harbour View, Commercial property, Attain (consulting firm)

Over the past year, Bonaventure acquired six multifamily communities across its target markets, comprising 1,399 units for $358 million.

Key Points: 
  • Over the past year, Bonaventure acquired six multifamily communities across its target markets, comprising 1,399 units for $358 million.
  • Five assets are located in Virginia (Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Richmond, Hampton and Newport News) and one is located in Lawrenceville, Georgia.
  • We significantly increased our acquisition activity year-over-year and executed our development pipeline, demonstrating our ability to consistently source transactions and investment opportunities that meet our strict investment criteria.
  • Its partnership with iCapital provides a customized end-to-end technology solution that enables financial advisors and their accredited clients to access Bonaventure’s alternative investment offerings.