Carrie Szarzynski Named Crain’s Notable CRE Leader

Carrie was elevated to the role of Senior Managing Director, Head of Management Services in January, 2024. She leads Hiffman’s property management group of 160 employees with a nationwide portfolio of more than 600 buildings. Her biggest responsibilities include the oversight of the entire Hiffman management portfolio, growth of existing clients and pursuit of new management business. Her additional responsibilities include oversight of all onboarding and training for all Hiffman engineers and management professionals. Carrie also chairs Hiffman’s recruiting committee, an internal group tasked with constantly monitoring best practices for employee benefits, internship structure and recruitment of prospective employees.

Carrie’s ability to convert strategic partnerships directly into new business has been a driving force behind the national expansion of Hiffman’s management division. Her infectious enthusiasm for (and knowledge of) the CRE industry, knack for developing effective systems, and ability to assemble and guide efficient teams has built trust and loyalty with both clients and colleagues. Since 2018, the Hiffman management portfolio expanded from 383 Chicagoland properties to over 600 assets across the country. As demonstrated by these numbers, Carrie’s direction brought the firm new client partnerships while fortifying the company’s existing client base. While promoting business development efforts, Carrie also fostered expansion and enhancements to the management operations platform by developing reliable systems that offer clients consistent, high-touch experiences unmatched in the industry.

About NAI Hiffman:

NAI Hiffman is one of the largest independent commercial real estate services firms in the US, with a primary focus on metropolitan Chicago, and part of the NAI Global network. We provide institutional and private leasing, property management, tenant representation, capital markets, project services, research, and marketing services for owners and occupiers of commercial real estate. To meet our clients’ growing needs outside of our exclusive NAI Hiffman territory, we launched Hiffman National, our dedicated property solutions division, which provides property management, project services, and property accounting services across the country. NAI Hiffman | Hiffman National is an award winning company headquartered in suburban Chicago, with more than 250 employees strategically located throughout North America.

About Hiffman National: 

Hiffman National is one of the US’s largest independent commercial real estate property management and advisory firms, providing institutional and private clients exceptional customized solutions for property management, facility management, advisory services, accounting, lease administration, lender services, project management, marketing, and research. The firm’s comprehensive property management platform and attentive approach to service contribute to successful life-long relationships and client satisfaction. As a nationally recognized Top Workplace, and perennial CRE award winner, Hiffman National is headquartered in suburban Chicago, with more than 275 employees nationally and an additional four hub locations and 15 satellite offices across North America.