PHOENIX, ARIZ.– AZCREW, the leading organization for senior-level executive women in the Metro Phoenix commercial real estate field, presented $10,000 in scholarships to a pair of Arizona State University Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) students.

The scholarship winners – Marjorie Wakefield and Santiago Fajardo – were announced at AZCREW’s annual Black & White Affair, held Oct. 24 at Pubblico Italian Eatery. The event benefits AZCREW’s “MRED Dollars for Scholars” program.

Over the past 8 years, AZCREW has supported MRED students by awarding more than 14 scholarships totaling nearly $40,000.

“This year’s event was a huge success for AZCREW and the MRED program,” said Cindy Winters of Eagle Commercial Realty Services, 2018 AZCREW President. “It was our best attended Black & White Affair event since its inception in 2010 with more than 125 people enjoying a beautiful fall evening. The courtyard of the Crown on 7th was a perfect venue. The featured tasting tables from Pubblico Italian Eatery, Rito’s Mexican Food, Wildflower, and Central Kitchen were a huge hit.

“We are thrilled to support Marjorie and Santiago as they continue their path in commercial real estate. We are excited to continue our partnership with the current MRED class through our UCREW event to be held next spring,” Winters said.

Wakefield, a Scottsdale resident, is Senior Ledger Accountant for Iron Mountain Data Centers. Fajardo, also a Scottsdale resident, is Professional Services Manager (account manager and customer service) for Axon.

Wakefield holds a Bachelor of Science degree in finance and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. Fajardo holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science and French and an MBA.

In nine months, the transdisciplinary W. P. Carey Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) program prepares students to lead real estate development projects that are environmentally respectful, socially responsible, and artfully designed. Small class sizes provide opportunities for peer interaction and a number of synthesis projects cover the entire spectrum of development, preparing you for roles throughout the industry.

The MRED program is a transdisciplinary partnership between four highly regarded schools within ASU:

* The W. P. Carey School of Business;

* The Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law;

* The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts;

* The Del E. Webb School of Construction.

With more than 175 members, AZCREW is the leading organization for senior-level executive women in the Metro Phoenix real estate field. As part of CREW Network, the industry’s premier networking coalition, AZCREW is dedicated to advancing the success of women in commercial real estate. CREW Network’s membership of more than 11,000 professionals in 70+ major global markets represents all aspects of commercial real estate—providing our members with direct access to real estate professionals across all geographies and disciplines. For more information visit arizonacrew.org.

Phoenix, Ariz. – Eagle Commercial Realty announced this week that its President, Cindy Winters, CPM^®, CSM has purchased the firm from J. Paul Falbo, CRX, CSM, CPM^®. Winters has been with this Arizona-based commercial real estate property management and brokerage firm since 1997 and has served as President since 2009.

“I am very fortunate to have worked with Paul for over 25 years. He has mentored me throughout my career making me an integral part of this company since its infancy 17 years ago,” states Winters. “The loyalty and respect we have for one another has evolved; and, it was a natural progression for me to now own and operate the company.”

Eagle Commercial is a leader in third party commercial property management securing a portfolio of over 2.3 million-square-feet of retail, medical, office, industrial, and office condominium space. According to Ms. Winters, Eagle is dedicated to providing superior management services to its clients, guided by the principles of knowledge, experience, dedication and integrity. “We take pride in our company’s educational standards for our managers and personnel. Not too many companies can boast of having multiple Certified Property Managers (CPM) and Certified Shopping Center Managers (CSM).”

Ms. Winters will continue to serve as President with support from Rick Smith, Executive Vice President, handling the operations of the company and overseeing its property management team and Tanya Weber, CPM^®, Vice President and Property Manager, providing additional operations support. Paul Falbo will remain with the company as its Designated Broker and will continue to support Eagle in its marketing and client relations efforts.

“As the company’s new owner, my first three objectives will be to increase our client base by re-defining our marketing strategy and how we market to new clients; continue our commitment and dedication to our employees by supporting their advancement in education and training; and last but not least, enhance, expand and implement new systems and technology delivering a superior level of customer service to our clients and their tenants.”