Committees
NAIOP committees offer the opportunity for members to be involved in areas that align with their interests within the organization.
Comedy Night Committee
Plan and support comedy events that bring members together for entertainment, networking, and community engagement, fostering connections and a fun, inclusive atmosphere within NAIOP.
Claire Fox: Pinnacle Financial Partners
Allie Hall: Hall Emery
Katie Hanlon: Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Hite: Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
Kaitlyn Jones: R.C. Mathews Contractor
Ann Marie Ritter: Sagemont
Kelli Straub: STG
Matt Williams: Showdog Brand Handlers
Communications Committee
Develops and manages messaging, marketing, and outreach for NAIOP Nashville. This includes creating content for newsletters, social media, and other channels to engage members, promote events, and strengthen the visibility and impact of the organization.
CRE 101 Committee
Develops and delivers educational programs that introduce emerging professionals to the fundamentals of the commercial real estate industry. This includes creating informative sessions, workshops, and resources that build foundational knowledge, foster professional growth, and engage new members in the CRE community.
Rob DeCamp: Charles Hawkins
Rachel Mitchell: Pinnacle Financial Partners
Charlie Sanger: Bradley
Ross Smith: Stream Realty
Dana Terebessy: Carter Group
Developing Leaders Committee
If you are 35 or younger, join your peers on this fun and friendly committee that plans a variety of educational, networking, and social events tailored to the unique needs and interests of younger professionals.
Katy Bisges: Albany Road Real Estate
Emily Dicks: Sagemont
Graham Gilreath: BWE
Joe Gladstone: Bohler
Shelby Hall: Foundry Commercial
Katie Hanlon: Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
Rob Leonard: Bradley
Caroline Pugh: Hines
Mary Winston Reames: JLL
Ross Smith: Stream Realty
Gala Committee
Love to create fun events celebrating the most successful deals in our industry? Join our Gala Committee to help select the next round of winners, secure event sponsors, promote event registration and plan a fun event.
Lanier Daniel: Sagemont
Erin Esa
Elizabeth Goodwin: CBRE
Hannah Hall: CBRE
Ashley Harrison: Colliers
Rob Leonard: Bradley
Emily Mayes: True North Advisory
Sarah Pettigrew: Cushman & Wakefield
Caroline Pugh: Hines
Audrey Pulliam: JLL
Dana Terebessy: Carter Group
Golf Committee
Love to golf? As passionate about golfing as you are commercial real estate? Join our Golf Committee to market our annual event, promote NAIOP membership, secure event sponsors, assist with event attendance and other fun initiatives.
Government Affairs Committee
NAIOP members have the exclusive opportunity to shape the laws and policies affecting the industry. Through participation on the Government Affairs Committee or issue-specific subcommittees, members drive the agenda by drafting legislation, providing input on regulatory changes, and meeting with key decision-makers at all levels of local and state government.
Membership Committee
Develop strategic marketing campaigns to promote NAIOP membership, sponsorship, event attendance and other initiatives.
David Cheek: Commonwealth
JP Cowan: TMP
Emily Dicks: Sagemont
Robin Eakin: Eakin Partners
Chad Hall: CBRE
Laurel Harrison: Gresham Smith
Lauren Mitchell: JLL
Robin Rieck: Clark Construction
Charlie Sanger: Bradley
William Shell: JLL
Dana Terebessy: Carter Group
David Wicker: Polsinelli
Mentorship Committee
Develop and support mentorship initiatives that connect emerging professionals with experienced leaders, fostering career growth, industry knowledge, and long-term engagement within NAIOP.
Emily Bowman: Bradley
Mike Brandon: Proventure
Joe Gladstone: Bohler
Kyle McGavin: MarketStreet Equities
Gary New: Crain Construction
Nicole Newbery: NAIOP Nashville
Mary Winston Reames: JLL
Carlie Zadick: Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
Mike Zupan: AJ Capital
Programs Committee
Identifies and coordinates speakers, topics, and content for monthly meetings, ensuring discussions are timely, relevant, and valuable to professionals in the CRE industry.
Toy Allen: CBRE
Shelby Hall: Foundry Commercial
Brent Janan: Boyle
Rachel Mitchell: Pinnacle Financial Partners
Sarah Pettigrew: Cushman & Wakefield
Carter Pipkin: AJ Capital
Dalton Pumputis: TMP
Russ Tapley: Office Works
Sip Into Summer Committee
Plans a kickoff-to-summer wine tasting for women in the CRE industry, providing a relaxed and engaging networking opportunity. The committee coordinates event logistics, selects venues and vendors, and promotes the event to foster professional connections and community among members.
Sponsorship Committee
Identifies and secures sponsors for NAIOP Nashville events and initiatives. Builds relationships with potential partners, creates sponsorship opportunities, and ensures sponsors receive recognition and value, supporting the growth and success of the organization.