On April 13, 2023 CIAP is hosting a Real Estate market panel discussion with industry professionals. Our panelists will answer your questions about this years real estate market trends, financing and more. Meet our panelists: Event ModeratorName Brian Bernardoni [email protected] Phone Number 3127311407 Speaker Bio Brian A. Bernardoni is a leading advocate for business and nonprofit groups nationally and a prominent civic leader in Illinois. After a 10+ year career in campaign politics where he worked for a national political party convention on veterans’ issues and a successful Presidential campaign in Washington DC, he became a trade association lobbyist and executive for over three decades. He joined Strategia Consulting, a bi-partisan consulting firm, as Chief Strategy Officer. He is a powerful voice and thought leader on business and nonprofit issues, including education, real estate, taxation, public policy, and political matters. Brian leads Strategia’s public affairs practice for clients and is a trusted advisor in crisis communication and political strategy. Prior to joining Strategia, he served Illinois REALTORS® for 17 years as the senior director of governmental affairs and public policy for the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. Brian continued his service to Illinois real estate most recently serving as the chairperson of Region V US Department of Housing and Urban Development Affordable Housing Commission as well as a consultant to the National Association of REALTORS®. He will join the REALTORS® RPAC Hall of Fame in 2023. He returned in 2023 to Illinois State University (ISU) as a lobbyist for Illinois first public institute of higher education. In 1986 Brian matriculated into ISU and was elected FHCC President, and later SBBD Student Advocacy Director, Student Body Vice-President, and Co-Chair of the Senior Challenge where he raised over $100,000 for the class gift. A President of Delta Sigma Phi, he was the 1990 Greek Man of the Year. As Human Relations commissioner for Bloomington-Normal, he drafted & passed the city's first matriculation ordinance. In graduate school he served as President of Pi Sigma Alpha, the Political Science Honorary as well as the Graduate Student member of the Academic Senate. Bernardoni is a Distinguished Alumni of the Department of Politics and Government and currently serves on the College of Arts and Science Chicago Advisory Board. In 2022 he was inducted into the Illinois State University Division of Student Affairs Steve and Sandi Adams Hall of Fame. He’s a familiar lecturer, radio host and media guest on public affairs, has taught and spoken on college campuses as well as internationally and has guided multiple global trade delegations visiting the United States. He maintains leadership roles in numerous civic, professional, & governmental boards. Brian is currently the vice chairman of the Salvation Army of Chicago where he has raised over $5 million, sits on the board of the Simon Wiesenthal Center, is president of the Roberts Park Fire Protection District and serves on the board of both the Northern Illinois Alliance of Fire Protection Districts and Southwest Dispatch. An award-winning baseball historian and an employee of the Chicago Cubs since 1998, he’s contributed to dozens of books, films, documentaries, and articles. His efforts on the preservation of Wrigley Field and the West Side Grounds earned him a 2016 Chicago Cubs World Series Ring as well as the prestigious Jerome Holtzman Award. Professionally, he’s been recognized by several organizations including HUD, the FBI, the City of Chicago, the Chicago Police Department, where he holds the highest civilian honor bestowed by the police, Cook County and numerous business groups locally and across the nation. In 2017 the Chicago Association of REALTORS® created the Brian A. Bernardoni Political Advocacy Award. In 2020 they also created the Brian A. Bernardoni Public Official of the Year Award. Bernardoni is the only individual in the 140-year history of the organization to have an award named after him. Brian and his wife Carrie are the parents of four daughters, Genevieve, Cecilia, Olivia, and Sofia. Some of Brian’s career highlights: Successfully lobbied for the passage of HB0020, which allows Gold Star families to receive free registration of their license plates for surviving widows and parents Successfully lobbied for the passage of SB1721, which reduced the maximum penalty that can be imposed on a homeowner when they are trying to repay delinquent taxes Facilitated environmental, social, cryptocurrency and governance strategic plan discussions and coordinated implementation planning for the National Association of REALTORS®. Developed and implemented a plan to lobby Illinois legislators to secure PPP funds for 501(c)6 non-profits for the Association Forum and ISAE Worked with the State Fire Marshall to achieve changes to limit jurisdictional authority of that office over the City of Chicago. During his REALTOR® tenure he led industry efforts to fight back rent control, restrictive zoning ordinances, high transfer taxes and residential fire sprinklers while working to find solutions to the core problems which have led to these ordinances. He drafted and passed pro-real estate legislation including allowing for the installation of plastic pipe in Chicago, access to affordable housing and even balanced pro-consumer reform for condominium developments. In partnership with the Office of the Mayor under then Mayor Richard M. Daley and then Commissioner Joseph Berrios, Bernardoni worked to re-open the Cook County Board of Review books for the first time in history and allow for over 30,000 Cook County residents and business owners to appeal their assessments using REALTOR® data saving taxpayers money and in some cases their homes and businesses. Bernardoni, as its President, successfully negotiated a new lease for the Cliff Dwellers Club, a venerable Chicago private club, saving 50 jobs and preventing its closure at its historic perch on Michigan Avenue. Prior to the Illinois REALTORS®, Bernardoni served as Executive Director of the University Village Association, a not-for-profit 501 (c) 3, located in Chicago's Near West Side, serving Chicago's Little Italy. As Executive Director, his work was critical in efforts for the redevelopment of ABLA ( a HOPE VI) redevelopment of public housing), development of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame and a public space, new street scape on Taylor Street, a shopping center at Roosevelt Road and Ashland and the new headquarters of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He also successfully lobbied for improved parking and cab service as well as “pay and display” meters, where Taylor Street was the first neighborhood pilot. As a lobbyist for Chicago's high-rise office building industry (BOMA/Chicago), he managed issues including (TIF) Tax Increment Financing, electric deregulation, building codes and education funding. In 1997 Bernardoni successfully lobbied for the return of property tax dollars to downtown high-rise owners from the former Chicago circulator SSA while serving as publications editor for the organization. His representation include: the Archdiocese of Chicago, the County of Cook, the Association Forum, organized real estate, a major police technology firm, Justice Grow, several energy and law enforcement coalitions, municipalities, religious orders, and the Chicago Police Foundation. He also enjoys giving back through significant pro-bono work. What part of Italy are you from? Emilia Romagna LinkedIn Profile Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-a-bernardoni-4ab2bb4 Company Name Strategia Consulting Your Title Chief Strategy Officer Business Address 5773 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL USA 60659 Name Alexandra Bernardi [email protected] Phone Number 2488914869 Speaker Bio A Realtor who has built her business on a passion for helping others while providing top-notch service curated to your needs, Alex Bernardi is in the business of helping you seamlessly and successfully achieve your real-estate goals. Alex comes from both the art world and service industry. Becoming a real-estate agent allowed her to combine her love of art and architecture with her passion for helping others. Alex loves assisting people from all walks of life through the process of exploring the city as they embark on their search for "the one." Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, expanding your family, considering downsizing, or investing, Alex will use her expertise to help you fulfill your goals. Originally from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, Alex has called Chicago home for 14 years. Alex has a BA in Anthropology, Classical Art and Archaeology from Indiana University, and then went on to complete her Masters in Contemporary Art from Sotheby's Institute of Art London. She served as Assistant to the Chair of the Architecture and Design Department at the Art Institute of Chicago from 2009-2013, and currently serves as president of her condo board. Her grandfather is from northern Italy and she also had the unique experience of living in Rome for one year. Italy holds a special place in her heart. What part of Italy are you from? Como Are you a CIAP member? Yes Name of Event: Real Estate Panel Discussion Company Name @properties Your Title Broker Associate Business Address 548 W Webster Ave Chicago, IL United States 60614 Name John Locallo [email protected] Phone Number 312-255-8550 Speaker Bio John G. Locallo is a partner in the property tax firm of Amari & Locallo, which concentrates in representing commercial, industrial, and multi-unit residential properties. He earned his LLM in Taxation at Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1992, his J.D. at Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1986, his C.P.A. certification in 1983, and his B.S. in Accountancy at the University of Illinois in 1982. He is licensed to practice law in Illinois and Wisconsin, and before the U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois and the U.S. Supreme Court. Mr. Locallo served as president of the Illinois State Bar Association (2011-2012), the Chicago-Kent College of Law Alumni Association Board (2007-2009) and the Justinian Society of Lawyers (2001-2002). He currently serves on the board of the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company and has served on the boards of the National Conference of Bar Presidents (2013-2015) and the Illinois Bar Foundation (2004-2012). He is also a member of the International Association of Assessing Officers, the Chicago Bar Association, and the American Bar Association. What part of Italy are you from? Ciminna and Sambuca di Sicilia LinkedIn Profile Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlocallo/ Company Name Amari & Locallo Your Title Partner Business Address 734 N. Wells St. Chicago, IL United States 60654 Name Giancarlo Iannotta [email protected] Phone Number 3129899889 Speaker Bio Specializing in Multifamily and Investment Properties, Giancarlo is a licensed Real Estate Broker helping clients sell multi-million dollar apartment buildings. Growing up in the Chicagoland area, his passion for real estate started over ten years ago when he would help his father and uncle renovate and flip houses. As a former Commercial Director, Giancarlo produces all of his own photo and video, providing high quality media of his clients properties including drone footage. He is active in multiple charitable organizations including the Knights of Columbus, Alzheimer’s Association and proud member of CIAP. Giancarlo is a first generation Italian-American as his father immigrated from the small but mighty region of Molise (Castel San Vincenzo). At the end of 2022, he closed a 26-unit building in Jackson Park selling for over $3,000,000 and is overseeing the development of a luxury 12-unit apartment building in Humboldt Park. Giancarlo and his wife Nora recently got married at the end of last year and currently live in Wrigleyville. What part of Italy are you from? Molise LinkedIn Profile Link: linkedin.com/giancarlo-iannotta-4298211a2 Company Name Mo2 Properties Your Title Broker Business Address 709 N Milwaukee Chicago, IL 60642 Name Sandra Chiarlone [email protected] Phone Number 3122926750 Speaker Bio Sandra Chiarlone is an attorney licensed both in the State of Illinois & Italy. She graduated with honors obtaining her LLM in Global Legal Studies from the University of Illinois Chicago, School of Law and was admitted to the Illinois Bar Association in 2012. And In Italy, after obtaining a J.D. at Università degli Studi di Genova, Sandra was admitted to Savona Bar Association in 1996. Sandra has an international legal expertise in international private law matters helping individuals with cross border inheritances in both the US and in Italy. Her international private law practice focuses on inheritance rights, estate planning, real estate in Italy (buying and selling property, related issues), family law and provides also consultation on International contracts and helping small businesses overseas. Her main office is in Chicago. Her Italian office is in Liguria, Savona province. What part of Italy are you from? Northern Italy: Liguria LinkedIn Profile Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrachiarlone/ Company Name Law Offices of Sandra Chiarlone, LLC Your Title Attorney-at-Law Business Address 150 S. Wacker Dr., Suite 2400 Chicago, IL USA 60606 Name Christopher Minchella [email protected] Phone Number 773.828.9665 Speaker Bio Chris Minchella is a Broker who focuses on restaurant and medical office work for RCA. His clients include a variety of quick service and independent full-service restaurants looking to secure new locations and/or renew leases in new construction or second generations space. Chris also works landlords and tenants looking to sublease in both the retail and medical office classes to find tenants who can take advantage of existing infrastructure. Chris has been with the firm since 2017 and has held his Illinois real estate license since 2015. Prior to his career in real estate, Chris helped companies in transition manage the decommissioning and relocation of their furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Chris brings his understanding of the unique challenges faced by early-stage and small businesses to help clients address their real estate needs in a way that compliments their growth strategy. Chris has been married to his wife Rachael since 2014 and they have two children, Minerva (born 2020) and Anthony (born 2022). What part of Italy are your from? Cassino LinkedIn Profile Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-minchella-7999a59/ Company Name Resource Commercial Advisors Your Title Broker Business Address 5 Revere Dr. Suite 200 Northbrook, IL USA 60062 Name Vincent Anzalone [email protected] Phone Number 3129339447 Speaker Bio Vincent Anzalone has over 20 years of experience working in the real estate industry and over 1,000 successfully closed property sales to his name. His passion for residential homes was instilled in him at an early age due to his father’s work as a contractor and his mother’s work as a designer. Vincent brings that lifelong education to each buyer’s or seller’s transaction and offers a high standard of service, listening closely to his clients’ needs and tailoring his strategy to help them achieve their goals. Vincent maintains a wide network of personal resources and provides a strong talent for negotiation, advocating fiercely for the interests of his clients. As a lifelong Chicagoan, he offers particular expertise in many of the city’s dynamic neighborhoods, including Gold Coast, River North, Lincoln Park, West Loop, West Town, Wicker Park, Bucktown, and Ukrainian Village. What part of Italy are your from? Sicily LinkedIn Profile Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentanzalone/ Company Name The Anzalone Group Your Title Realtor Business Address 1950 N Sedgwick Chicago, IL United States 60614 Name Peter Volpe [email protected] Phone Number 7739880507 Speaker Bio Peter has been in the Financial Services Industry for over 40 years. Peter is proficient and knowledgeable in all facets of the banking industry from savings and loans to commercial banking, from retail operations and mortgage banking. He has gained expertise in spearheading and setting up new departments in the bank to maximize efficiency and streamline operations. What part of Italy are your from? Sicily LinkedIn Profile Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-volpe-95687020/ Company Name Wintrust Bank Your Title Market President Norridge / Mont Clare Business Address 4369 N. Harlem Ave Norridge, Il 60706 Name AnnaMaria Kowalik [email protected] Phone Number 6305866058 Speaker Bio Anna Maria Kowalik is responsible for business development and deal originations for Inland Green Capital LLC, a capital provider for commercial C-PACE projects and part of The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc., headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois. In this role, she has been instrumental in the closing of the first three C-PACE deals in the State of Illinois and numerous others since Illinois’ C-PACE Program inception in 2019, as well as numerous closings nationwide throughout the last five years. She also shares duties under the Illinois C-PACE Program with The Illinois Energy Conservation Authority NFP (“IECA”), an Illinois tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Ms. Kowalik oversees the areas of marketing, education, and implementation of this innovative sustainability financing option through presentations, panel participation, Lunch ‘n’ Learns, and networking opportunities in order to grow the Program in Counties across the State of Illinois. Ms. Kowalik possesses extensive experience in the commercial real estate, and property and asset management industries, including with a publicly traded shopping center REIT, where she oversaw portfolios of over 30 retail properties consisting of 3.4 million square feet with more than 500 tenants and budgets of close to a quarter billion dollars. She has been, and continues to be, an active member of industry organizations and chambers of commerce, and acts as liaison with municipal, county and state governments. What part of Italy are you from? My father's ancestry on his mother's side was from Cleto Savuto, provincia di Cosenza, in Calabria. His father was from Noicattero di Bari, in the Puglia region. My mother is 100% Pugliese from Conversano di Bari. LinkedIn Profile Link: linkedin.com/in/anna-maria-kowalik-9196595 Company Name Inland Green Capital LLC Your Title SVP - Director Business Development Business Address 2901 Butterfield Rd OAK BROOK, IL United States 60523
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AuthorSalvatore J. Sciacca is the Executive Director and Founder of the CIAP organization. He is an active member of the Italian American community in Chicago. Archives
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