CREW Conversations

25. Women of Influence: Leadership, Lessons, and the Journey with Katherine Pinkard

In this episode of CREW Conversations, past CREWBaltimore President Shana Carroll sits down with Katherine Pinkard to preview the upcoming Women of Influence event, where Katherine will serve as moderator. Together, they discuss what attendees can expect from this highly anticipated gathering, the importance of creating space for meaningful conversations, and why events like this continue to shape the future of commercial real estate. Katherine also shares insights from her own career journey, reflecting on key moments that have influenced her path and offering thoughtful advice for women navigating and growing within the industry.  This episode of CREW Conversations is sponsored by FASTSIGNS Baltimore and Columbia, Century Engineering, and RSM US LLP.  Register for the Women of Influence event here: https://baltimore.crewnetwork.org/events/202 [https://baltimore.crewnetwork.org/events/2026/cncc-women-of-influence-2026]

24. AI in CRE: Opportunity, Risk & What Comes Next

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the way we do business — and commercial real estate is no exception. In this episode of CREW Conversations, Margaret Evans of JLL and Angela Czajkowski of Hartman Executive Advisors dive into the evolving role of AI across the commercial real estate landscape. From brokerage and development to property management, finance, and operations, Margaret and Angela explore how AI is already influencing decision-making, efficiency, and competitive advantage — and where it’s headed next. They share practical insights on how professionals can better leverage AI as a strategic tool, common misconceptions about its capabilities, and the critical mistakes to avoid when implementing AI in your business. Thank you to our episode sponsors Merritt Properties, Admiral Security Services, and Price Modern for supporting CREW Conversations.

23. Building a Career in Commercial Real Estate with Bailey Wildasin and Kristen Mills

In this episode of CREW Conversations, Bailey Wildasin (D.W. Kozera) and Kristen Mills (HDC, Inc.) share how they each found their way into commercial real estate and the experiences that shaped their careers along the way. From early opportunities and unexpected turns to lessons learned on the job, they offer an honest look at what it takes to build a career in the CRE industry. Bailey and Kristen also share practical advice for students and young professionals interested in entering commercial real estate, including how to build relationships, explore different sectors, and take advantage of opportunities early in your career. The conversation also highlights the upcoming CREWBaltimore 7th Annual Leaders in Commercial Real Estate event, where students and emerging professionals can hear directly from industry leaders across architecture, engineering, finance, business, and development, and connect with CREWBaltimore members during a post-panel networking session. This episode is sponsored by Schneider Electric, CohnReznick, and Hartman Executive Advisors.

22. Spotlight on Construction Angels

In this episode of CREW Conversations, host Shana Carroll sits down with Kristi Ronyak of Construction Angels and Britney Philogene, a scholarship recipient pursuing a career in commercial real estate. They discuss the mission and work of Construction Angels, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides immediate financial assistance and grief counseling to families who lose a loved one to a work-related construction accident. Kristi explains how the organization supports spouses and children during these difficult moments and how its scholarship program helps students continue their education and career development. Britney shares her own experience as a scholarship recipient and how the program is supporting her path into the commercial real estate industry. This episode of CREW Conversations is sponsored by KatzAbosch, Everyday Consulting, and Menlo Marketing.

21. CREWBaltimore in 2026: What’s Ahead for the Chapter

In this episode of CREW Conversations, we sit down with the current and incoming leadership of CREWBaltimore to talk about what’s ahead for the chapter in 2026. Allison Harrison, President of CREWBaltimore and with First American Title - NCS, is joined by Shana Carroll, CREWBaltimore Past President and President of D.W. Kozera, along with President-Elect Theresa Stegman, Vice President at MCB Real Estate. Together, they share what excites them most about CREWBaltimore’s 2026 events, initiatives, and programming, along with other momentum-building developments happening across the chapter. From signature events to new opportunities for connection, leadership, and professional growth, this conversation offers an inside look at where CREWBaltimore is headed and why this year is shaping up to be a big one. This episode of CREW Conversations is proudly sponsored by My Cleaning Service, Harkins Builders, and Root Branch Media Group.