The CCIM Institute Employee Directory
Real EstateIllinois, United States201-500 Employees
The CCIM Institute, based in Chicago, Illinois, is a professional association within the real estate sector that concentrates on commercial and investment properties. It awards the Certified Commercial Investment Member designation through a rigorous coursework track and a portfolio review that verifies hands-on experience in investment activity. The designation provides a graduate-level specialization in commercial real estate at about 20 percent of the cost of a master's program, supporting the advancement of practitioners' careers. It serves a global membership of roughly 13,000 professionals across 1,000 markets, with many designees holding leadership roles such as owner, partner, principal, or president. In 2026, Carleen Barth was elected the 2027 Treasurer-Elect at the Spring Forum, reflecting ongoing governance and leadership development within the institute.