Editor's Page

THE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MARKETS ARE a $6 trillion industry. That is a huge number; one almost too large to wrap one’s head around. But we tried in our own way in this issue of Real Estate Forum.

Consider our recognition of this year’s selection of financial influencers within the commercial real estate market. In ways big and small, these men and women have contributed to that $6 trillion marketplace with their expert and creative channeling of capital to worthy projects and investments. It is no easy task as any one of them will tell you, especially as the capital markets are starting to change in response to tech and other trends. Indeed our article “The Finance Function is Getting Smarter” delves into that topic. Read it for more information and while you are at it, check out the financial influencers. The stories of these individuals and teams and companies are truly inspiring.