Shea Shumpert Takes the Helm as President of The Counselors of Real Estate

Shea Shumpert Takes Charge as the New President of The Counselors of Real Estate

In a significant leadership transition, Shea Shumpert has been appointed as the president of The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE), a respected global organization dedicated to commercial property advisory. This announcement comes as Shumpert succeeds Mary Walker Fleischmann, who led the organization for an impressive 33 years. Shumpert's journey with CRE began in 1997, and throughout her tenure, she has played pivotal roles, most recently serving as the Chief Administrative Officer.

As the newly appointed president, Shumpert's responsibilities will encompass overseeing the administration and management of the organization's robust membership base, which consists of around 900 members. She will be charged with enhancing member programs and services, developing strategic initiatives, formulating policies, and managing both personnel and finances for the organization. Shumpert expresses her commitment to usher in a new era of innovation and collaboration within CRE, focusing on enhancing member engagement and growth.

Reflecting on her new role, Shumpert stated, "I am honored to accept the role of President of The Counselors of Real Estate, as this organization has long been a beacon of thought leadership and problem-solving in our industry. Our team will lead us into a new era of innovation and collaboration as we focus on member engagement, member benefits, and, most importantly, member growth."

John Hentschel, the Global Chair of the Board for 2025, praised Shumpert's understanding of the diverse expertise within CRE. He expressed confidence in her ability to harness this collective knowledge to tackle challenges and seize opportunities ahead. Hentschel emphasized the importance of collaboration in advancing their businesses and positively impacting the real estate sector and the communities they serve.

About The Counselors of Real Estate

The Counselors of Real Estate was founded 72 years ago and has since emerged as a leading organization comprising commercial property advisors who are experts in various disciplines of real estate. With members hailing from 22 countries, CRE professionals bring extensive knowledge, experience, and innovative solutions to the table, earning the prestigious CRE (Counselor of Real Estate) designation. The organization covers a wide range of real estate disciplines, including corporate real estate, finance, law, academia, and government.

For anyone looking to further explore membership or learn more about the organization, additional information can be found on their official website at CRE.org.

As the new president, Shea Shumpert's leadership heralds a promising future for The Counselors of Real Estate, reinforcing its commitment to excellence in the commercial property arena and shaping the next generation of real estate thought leaders.