CREW Up: Why Women Still Face an Uphill Climb in Brokerage

Women now account for 31 percent of commercial real estate brokers in the U.S., up 10 percentage points over the past 15 years, according to CREW Network. While progress may feel slow, 2026 President Leslie Teskey sees reason for optimism.In this episode of CREW Up, Commercial Property Executive’s Laura Valean sits down with veteran broker Teskey to discuss why brokerage remains one of commercial real estate's most challenging—and rewarding—career paths for women.