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What is Ascend35?

Ascend35 is an IREM leadership and professional development program for IREM members under 35. Each year, 10 participants will be selected to receive financial support towards an IREM certification, one-on-one mentorship, volunteer leadership opportunities, and industry recognition.

The program helps participants strengthen their expertise and stand out as emerging leaders in real estate management.

2026 Ascend35 mentors

Tom Bowers, CPM®, ACoM®

Western Michigan Chapter
Farmers Insurance

Shari Jackson, CPM®

Phoenix Chapter
Transwestern

Jaymi Lacap, CPM®

Los Angeles Chapter
CBRE

Theresa Leatherbury, CPM®

Maryland Chapter
Rachuba

Lillie Norton, CPM®, ACoM®

Houston Chapter
Lee & Associates

2026 Ascend35 cohort

Kalani Brinkoetter

San Diego Chapter
Plans on pursuing the CPM®

Amber Rae Cappiello

Delaware Valley Chapter
Plans on pursuing the CPM®

Tyler Coates

Southern California Inland Empire Chapter
Plans on pursuing the ARM®/CPM®

Elaine Elliott

Dallas Chapter
Plans on pursuing the ACoM®

Abigael Falekulo-Simmons

Houston Chapter
Plans on pursuing the CPM®

Courtney Gunderson

Minnesota Chapter
Plans on pursuing the CPM®

Lerew Kaas

Minnesota Chapter
Plans on pursuing the CPM®

Tyler Kirshner

Greater Los Angeles Chapter
Plans on pursuing the CPM®

Elias Warriner

Chicago Chapter
Plans on pursuing the CPM®

Gabriela M. Zelaya

Houston Chapter
Plans on pursuing the CPM®

What Ascend35 participants receive

Ascend35 gives selected participants targeted support to advance toward certification, grow as leaders, and gain visibility in the industry.

  • Financial support for IREM certification coursework
  • Guidance to stay on track toward IREM certification
  • One-on-one mentoring from experienced real estate management professionals
  • Volunteer leadership opportunities with IREM
  • Industry recognition on IREM social media channels
  • A digital Ascend35 badge to display on professional profiles
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