About Us

What we do

GRACRE provides opportunities for professionals in all disciplines related to commercial real estate to network and socialize. 

Who we are

GRACRE provides opportunities for professionals in all disciplines relating to commercial real estate to interact with one another. GRACRE encompasses the City of Richmond and the counties of Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, and Henrico. Commercial Real Estate is your industry and Greater Richmond Association for Commercial Real Estate (GRACRE) is the association that looks out for your interests. Together, we are an effective tool and significant voice.

Fields of interest

The following occupations are a sample of the types of companies that are active members of GRACRE:

  • Accountant
  • Architect
  • Attorney
  • A/E Design Planning
  • Appraisal
  • Brokerage
  • Contractor
  • Developer
  • Economic Development
  • Engineering
  • Financial
  • Product Sales
  • Title Company
  • Utility
  • Civil Engineering
  • Construction Management
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Environmental
  • Facilities Management
  • Fire Protection
  • Geo-technical
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Interior Design
  • Landscape Architecture 
  • Plumbing 
  • Engineering 
  • Property Management
  • Site/ Master Planning
  • Structural Engineering

Since GRACRE is one of the largest Real Estate organizations in Richmond, its diverse membership creates invaluable networking opportunities, giving our members the opportunity to interact on a social basis with others who use and/or have referral capabilities of our services.

As a member of GRACRE, there are opportunities for networking, learning and making a difference legislatively. Members are encouraged to attend meetings regularly, to get involved on the various committees and to support the organization by inviting others to join. Members are also expected to join and contribute to the Commercial Development PAC. Contributions to the PAC help to open doors to our legislators.

Our Mission

GRACRE is the only organization in Richmond whose primary mission is to be an advocate for commercial property owners, developers, and related professionals. GRACRE proactively addresses issues affecting the commercial real estate industry in Richmond.