Sponsor Spotlight: Prospera Credit Union
Monday, Aug 26, 2024
We're running a series to highlight and learn more about our CREW Vancouver Sponsors. We asked them a few questions so we can get to know them better.
We'd like to thank one of our Platinum Sponsors, Prospera Credit Union.
Prospera Credit Union asked their Director of Real Estate Development, Simone Grewal, to share responses on behalf of the company.
In what ways does your company support the advancement and empowerment of women in the commercial real estate industry?
Prospera proudly supports the advancement and empowerment of women within our organization. For example, our Prospera Women’s Network brings together women in a wide range of roles from across our credit union for learning, networking, mentorship and community service. Earlier this year, we hosted an enlightening webcast on menopause, which was widely attended by women and men at Prospera and generated several productive discussions.
Our commitment to women also extends to the communities where we live and work. This includes personal banking members who are saving for their first home, children’s education or retirement, as well as female entrepreneurs and business owners. Notably, we prioritize supporting women in business with a team of local business relationship managers (many of whom are women), focused on providing personalized financial advice and services. We also support vital organizations such as the Greater Vancouver YWCA, Big Sisters and Mamas for Mamas, which supports mothers and caregivers who are facing poverty-related struggles.
If there's one thing you'd like others to know about your company, what would it be?
We’re a credit union with a deep dedication to community giving. We call it Local Good.
In recognition of our community investments in 2023, Prospera was recently certified again as a Caring Company by Imagine Canada. Last year alone, Prospera donated more than $1 million to charitable organizations and community partners across BC. This includes more than $480,000 in grants from the Prospera Foundation to eight local charities – many of which support underserved communities in BC.
What has been your favourite CREW event that you’ve attended as a sponsor, and why?
My favourite CREW event is the leadership awards and gala. The night is such a beautifully crafted showcase of some of the top women in this niche area of real estate. The event provides opportunities to network with women across commercial real estate and shines a light on how far women in BC have come in our field.