The NAIOP Research Foundation announces the appointment of Elaine Worzala, Ph.D., clinical professor at Clemson University in the Department of Financial Management in the College of Business, as a Distinguished Fellow.

The Research Foundation’s Distinguished Fellows Program engages the nation’s foremost commercial real estate, economic and public policy experts. Distinguished Fellows contribute articles to NAIOP’s Development magazine, present to the organization’s National Forums groups, and provide advice, feedback and information regarding research being conducted on behalf of the commercial real estate industry.

Worzala is an active member of academic and professional organizations and believes strongly in bringing relevancy to her classroom and her research. Recently ranked in the top 50 Global Scholars in real estate, her publications are extensive. Worzola’s research interests include real estate valuation, investment, Proptech, sustainability and education. Her teaching interests include the real estate process, market analysis, valuation, and investment.

“The Foundation looks forward to the enthusiasm and insights Elaine will contribute to the Distinguished Fellows program,” said Marc Selvitelli, CAE, president and CEO of NAIOP and acting executive director of the NAIOP Research Foundation. “Her extensive knowledge brings tremendous value to NAIOP members and our research, helping us make the important connection between the practicing and academic CRE communities.”

For more on the NAIOP Research Foundation and the Distinguished Fellows program, visit naiop.org/researchfoundation.