Diversity Equity Inclusion

The DEI Committee works to ensure that chapter programming, events and other activities reflect our diverse market, with a focus on acting as a resource and leveraging partnerships to attract and develop diverse talent industry-wide.

Vision Statement

Commercial real estate is an industry with rewarding career opportunities for professionals from all backgrounds regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity or disability status. NAIOP Arizona is a leader in providing resources for employers to improve workforce diversity and create inclusive workplaces. NAIOP Arizona provides opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds to learn about and embark upon careers in commercial real estate (CRE).

Mission Statement

NAIOP Arizona’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee will work towards achieving our stated vision through:

Education and resources for NAIOP member companies that want to recruit and retain a more diverse workforce and create an inclusive workplace culture that fosters a sense of belonging for all CRE professionals
Chapter programming that builds commitment to diversity and connects members from under-represented groups to opportunities for career growth
Partnerships with high schools and post-secondary educational institutions to introduce students from under-represented backgrounds to careers in CRE