CIM Group and Centennial Yards Company, the master developer of a $5 billion mixed-use development in downtown Atlanta, have entered into a strategic Atlanta-based partnership with Project REAP, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the commercial real estate industry.

Project REAP (Real Estate Associate Program) offers education, mentoring and networking for professionals of color in the commercial real estate industry. The organization is supported by commercial real estate businesses and trade organizations, and its curriculum covers a variety of fundamentals such as financial analysis, valuation, asset and property management, investment sales, development and market and lease analysis over a 10-week program.

Since 2011, REAP has had an active program in Atlanta providing a well-rounded curriculum and connecting talented professionals from underrepresented populations with career opportunities. Mentors from CIM Group and Centennial Yards will work with Project REAP by participating in town halls and forums, networking, mentorship and faculty opportunities.

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