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Certifications and Designations
Certified Association Executive
The CAE recognizes experience, tenure, skills testing and a commitment to ethics. It is awarded by the American Association of Association Executives www.asaecenter.org
IOM - Institute for Organization Management
U. S. Chamber of Commerce
A program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Institute is the premier nonprofit professional development program for association, chamber, and nonprofit professionals fostering individual growth through interactive learning and networking opportunities.
U. S. Chamber of Commerce
A program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Institute is the premier nonprofit professional development program for association, chamber, and nonprofit professionals fostering individual growth through interactive learning and networking opportunities.
Realtor Certified Executive
RCE is the only professional designation designed specifically for REALTOR® association executives. The RCE designation exemplifies goal-oriented AEs with drive, experience and commitment to professional growth.
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RCE is the only professional designation designed specifically for REALTOR® association executives. The RCE designation exemplifies goal-oriented AEs with drive, experience and commitment to professional growth.
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2004 - 2016 CEO, Institute of Real Estate Management, Chicago, IL
www.irem.org
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www.irem.org
- Chief Staff Executive. 70 member staff team serving the national board and 19,000 members through 80 domestic chapters and 9 international affiliated partners. Services included education development, delivery, and knowledge exchange, professional certifications, industry advocacy, research and community building.
- Advanced the organization's capacity in business intelligence and strategic responses for the next generation member and learner utilizing technology, learning management systems and mass customized marketing. Represented the face of IREM through business development, corporate affairs, and external relations,
- Pioneered the 1st WELL Building Certification for the corporate HQ issued by the International WELL Building Institute. A program that focuses on the office environment's impact and practices on the occupant's health and well-being.
- Served as IREM Foundation Executive Director, and Publisher, Journal of Property Management.
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1990 - 2004 President and CEO, The Magnificent Mile Association, Chicago, IL
www.themagnificentmile.com
www.themagnificentmile.com
- The business league representing the interests of property owners and tenants of Chicago's North Michigan Avenue neighborhood and Near North Side..
- Trademarked and brand managed "The Magnificent Mile"
- Launched the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival.
- Served as Board Chair of VISIT ILLINOIS, the state tourism industry advocacy organization.
1977 - 1990 Professional Scouting Executive, Boy Scouts of America
Macomb. IL; Lake County, IL; and Chicago, IL
Macomb. IL; Lake County, IL; and Chicago, IL
- Managed council budgets, directed fundraising, camp and program operations, and supported staff and marketing for the Chicago Area Council. Served in local district field positions leading to Director role.
- Incidentally, served as Sea Scout Executive leveraging yachting skills with my professional responsibilities.
- Hold the Eagle Scout Award, Vigil Honor of the Order of the Arrow, National Camping School Certificate and Wood Badge and Sea Badge Leadership Training.
Russ Salzman
312-608-8886
RussellSalzman@gmail.com
312-608-8886
RussellSalzman@gmail.com