Name/Title/Company: Meg McKenna / Senior Relationship Director / CG Schmidt

Briefly tell us what you do, and length of time in the CRE industry: Although I am new to the CRE industry, my entire career has been about connecting people to each other and the quality organization I’ve had the good fortune to serve. 

What project or professional accomplishment are you most proud of?: It’s tough to call out ‘the One.’ But, if pressed, I’d say I’m most proud of having experienced being an entrepreneur - building and ultimately selling MilwaukeeMoms.com. I gained lifelong confidence that I can create something original that means something to the community.  

How would you like to be more involved in NAIOP Wisconsin?: Event attendance but also happy to serve.

Tell us about your family: Proud mom to my daughter and son, both in their 20s. 

What is your favorite quote?: Favorite quote is attributed to Maya Angelou. “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” 

What is your favorite restaurant?: Story Hill BKC on Bluemound Road in Milwaukee. Best flavors, dependably consistent. 

What's your favorite series you've binge-watched?: HBO series Succession. I love sharp, dark humor. 

What are your hobbies?: New Milwaukee region adventure paired with new restaurant/beverage spot 

How do you find a moment of peace to calm or center yourself?: A 20 minute nap.

What is something about you most people don't know?: That I was a civil litigator for about 7 years.