Getting Real with the Future of Real Assets

About RPII Real Assets
Education Foundation

The Foundation's Mission -

We support and conduct technical studies, educational programming, and research programs that are beneficial to the public interest and to the science of land economics and real assets.

Our Story

As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, the Foundation is committed to supporting and advancing high-quality research and educational programs. Our focus is on benefiting the science of real assets while empowering the lifelong learners we serve. By enhancing knowledge and decision-making within the multi-trillion-dollar real assets marketplace, we help shape a better, more sustainable human habitat.

What We Do

We enhance the value of the real assets industry by improving the knowledge, talent, and decision-making that shapes the built environment. Our initiatives are driven by three key platforms.

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Our Initiatives:
Education & Lifelong Learning

As academics, researchers, and thought leaders, we develop and deliver educational programs that empower lifelong learners and real assets professionals to stay informed and engaged. By raising the global benchmark of expertise in the field, we ensure the next generation of talent is well-equipped to lead and innovate in the real assets space.

Our Initiatives: Research & Innovation

Founded in 1982, we support high-quality research that drives the science of real assets, addressing the critical challenges of the multi-trillion-dollar real assets marketplace. Our research informs better decisions that shape both the industry and the global human habitat, promoting sustainability and equitable growth.

Our Initiatives: Diversity & Inclusion

As we look to the next generation of young leaders and change-agents to take charge, the Foundation and its partners are working to diversify the ranks of real assets professionals to better address the needs of a more mindful and diverse group of stakeholders.

Impact

Our Unique Value
to the Public

The real assets industry is vast and fragmented, presenting complex challenges that require a collaborative approach. The Foundation is uniquely positioned to address these challenges through its deep expertise and global network of cross-disciplinary subject matter experts.

  • Partnering with the Real Property and Infrastructure Institute, we leverage the convening power and credibility of the CRAA® Program to elevate competency and standards across the real assets marketplace. Our long-standing commitment to supporting quality research in land economics and real assets is a cornerstone of our work.
  • Our Board of Advisors, comprised of industry founders and thought leaders who have literally written the books on real estate and infrastructure, connects us with an unparalleled network of academics, industry professionals, and government officials. Together, they guide and support the creation and dissemination of impactful research and insights that drive innovation and informed decision-making.

Leadership and Governance

Our initiatives, research programs, and educational opportunities are directed by a dedicated leadership team and an esteemed advisory body. These leaders play a pivotal role in shaping the Foundation’s strategic direction, ensuring our programs are impactful, relevant, and aligned with the evolving needs of the real assets industry.

Board of Directors

The Foundation is governed by our Board of Directors, who are responsible for defining and implementing our strategic objectives. The Board ensures the prudent management of our philanthropic resources, guiding them to support informed, thoughtful decision-making in the real assets sector.

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Board

Board of Advisors

The Foundation is governed by our Board of Directors, who are responsible for defining and implementing our strategic objectives. The Board ensures the prudent management of our philanthropic resources, guiding them to support informed, thoughtful decision-making in the real assets sector.

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Help Give Back
to the Next Generation

Your generosity enables us to advance real assets knowledge and develop practical solutions for the complex challenges facing the real assets marketplace. By supporting our research and educational initiatives, you contribute to a brighter future for the next generation of industry professionals and the built environment. Please consider making a donation today to help us continue this important work.

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