2022-2023 4.0 Real Estate Accelerator Lab Application

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The Real Estate Accelerator Lab (REAL) is an industry-supported program designed to educate and mentor the next generation of Greater Cincinnati real estate professionals. Program participants are chosen to bring together a diverse class with a focus on leadership and those typically underrepresented in the real estate development industry. The goal of the REAL program is to expand diversity of race, ethnicity and gender identity in real estate development by offering a selected group the opportunity to expand their knowledge and build skills. Participants will develop a valuable network of fellow students, REAL graduates and industry professionals. Importantly, graduates will learn the building blocks of creating and sustaining thriving careers and communities.

The nine-month program is comprised of a day-long orientation and eight program days. Each program day has a specific topic of focus.

2022-2023 Schedule*

1st Thursday of every month from 8:30 AM-4:30 PM. All sessions will take place at 1819 Innovation Hub, 2900 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206.

Orientation - September 1, 2022
Program Day 1 – October 6, 2022
Program Day 2 – November 3, 2022
Program Day 3 – December 1, 2022
Program Day 4 – January 5, 2023
Program Day 5 – February 2, 2023
Program Day 6 - March 2, 2023
Program Day 7 - April 6, 2023
Program Day 8 - Graduation & Project Presentations - May 4, 2023

The REAL Board is Comprised of the Following Organizations as well as two graduates of the program.

Catalytic Development Funding Corp. of NKY
Cincinnati Development Fund
Cushman & Wakefield
Fifth Third Bank
Gail Paul Communication Consulting
The Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky African American Chamber of Commerce
LISC Greater Cincinnati & Northern KY
Huntington Bank
Ironsmith Development
JAKE Advisors
Moody Nolan
The Port
STNL Development
Terrex Development & Construction
Taft Law
ULI Cincinnati

Participants

Ideal participants are mid-career, Greater Cincinnati, Dayton and Northern Kentucky, professionals who have a strong interest in advancing their career in the real estate profession. The program will be enriched by the diversity of participants which will include people of color, women, entrepreneurs, LGBTQ, non-profit and for-profit professionals. Select leaders with varying levels of familiarity with real estate development will create a myriad of experiences and perspectives.

Candidate Criteria

Cohort members are selected from a pool of applicants through a rigorous process of screening and interviewing.

Emerging Leader: Individuals poised to assume leadership positions and/or have an entrepreneurial drive to create and foster real estate development in their communities
Skills: Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience which may include education, work or real estate investment or a combination thereof

Application

Applicants are required to submit the following:

Completed and signed application
Short essays
Resume or bio

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Full Name* This field is required.

First Name

Last Name

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OrganizationName of your organization/company

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Title or PositionYour title or position with your organization

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Email* This field is required.

example@example.com

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Address* This field is required.Address of your organization/company (home address if not affiliated with an organization or company)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Country

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Cell Number* This field is required.

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Date of Birth* This field is required.

Date

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Experience Level* This field is required.From an overall perspective, how would you describe your level of experience in the real estate profession? Select one answer - your response will not impact our acceptance decisions.

Entry-level (I expect to gain the skills and experience needed to achieve long-term success in some aspect of real estate.)

Intermediate (I'm less likely to need direct supervision. I look for opportunities to work independently.)

Mid-level (I oversee the goals and achievements of one or more projects; usually hold managerial roles within a company; ensure the day-to-day operations of an organization run smoothly.)

Senior-level (I've worked in some aspect of real estate for many years, gained proven skills and extensive experience in managerial roles; I've set goals, policies, procedures and communications for projects and/or organizations.)

I have no experience in real estate.

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Employment* This field is required.Select one.

For Profit Company

Not-for-Profit Organization

Self-Employed

Not currently employed

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Are you a ULI Cincinnati member?* This field is required.cincinnati.uli.org/join

YESNO

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How did you hear about the Real Estate Accelerator Lab (REAL)?* This field is required.Select all that apply.

ULI Cincinnati Website

E-Mail

Social Media

Word-of-Mouth

Referral (place name in "Other" field)

Other

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Race/Ethnicity?This question is optional

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Gender Identity?This question is optional

Female

Male

Other

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Why do you consider yourself an emerging leader?* This field is required.250 Word Maximum

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Describe how your participation in the Real Estate Accelerator Lab (REAL) will transform your career or life and what the implications will be for your community?* This field is required.250 Word Maximum

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Describe a recent experience in which you assumed a role in, or related to, the real estate industry. If you do not have real estate experience, what interests you the most about the field and why?* This field is required.250 Word Maximum

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Upload your resume* This field is required.Applicants must submit a resume detailing their career and employment history, education, volunteer and civic endeavors, leadership and/or entrepreneurial experience, achievements and awards.

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Upload a letter of reference (optional)A letter of reference is optional.

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Upload your biography (optional)A biography is optional. If your biography is the same as your resume, there is no need to upload.

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The Real Estate Accelerator Lab (REAL) is a tuition-based program. The tuition cost for current members of ULI is $1,500.00. Tuition for non-members is $1,750.00 and includes a 12-month Associate ULI Membership (provided upon graduation). Tuition or a pre-determined payment plan is due in advance of the Real Estate Accelerator Lab Orientation.

Candidates are encouraged to inquire about their employer’s ability to provide tuition reimbursement or corporate sponsorship.

Tuition assistance through the REAL scholarship fund is available for qualified individuals, particularly those who are self-employed or work at a non-profit.

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Do you anticipate you might need assistance in the form of a scholarship?* This field is required.Tuition assistance requests do not influence a candidate's acceptance into the program.

YESNO

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If you might need assistance in the form of a scholarship, please indicate the percentage of tuition assistance you are requesting:Note the maximum assistance provided is 85%. Include only the number not the percentage sign (%)

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Please provide justification for applying for a scholarship:250 Word Maximum

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The Real Estate Accelerator Lab (REAL) requires a significant time commitment. If accepted into this select and competitive program, participants commit to be fully engaged and involved throughout the duration of the program including completion of out-of-class assignments and group assignments. Participants are permitted ONE excused absence, however, in order to successfully complete the Real Estate Accelerator Lab, attendance at the orientation and the graduation and completion of the final presentation is MANDATORY. By signing below, the applicant hereby commits to abide by the terms of participation in the Real Estate Accelerator Lab's 2022-2023 program as outlined above, and to fulfill the program tuition requirements as outlined above.* This field is required.Signature is required.

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SUBMITTING OF APPLICATION

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All applications must be submitted online by hitting Submit below.

DEADLINE

The deadline for applications submitted online or via email is midnight on June 30, 2022. There will be no exceptions to this deadline.

Applicants will be notified of acceptance on or before August 1, 2022.

Please note the entire schedule at the top of this application.

If you have questions, contact ULI Cincinnati at cincinnati@uli.org.