NICAR Commercial Real Estate Broker Forum (CRE)
Join us for “Are You Up to Date on Data Centers?” presented by Simon Enwia, CEO/Designated Managing Broker for SENW Commercial
The commercial real estate landscape is evolving fast—and data centers are leading the charge. Join NICAR’s CRE Webinar, hosted by Theresa Mueller, featuring Simon Enwia for an essential conversation: “Are You Up to Date on Data Centers?”
As the fastest-growing asset class in CRE, data centers are reshaping how we think about site selection, infrastructure, and investment strategy. With AI driving unprecedented demand for power, availability of energy—not land—is now the critical factor. At the same time, grid constraints, interconnection delays, and shifting regulatory policies are creating real headwinds for new development and cooling investor momentum.
This session will unpack what these changes mean for the market, including the economic trade-offs—like expanded tax bases paired with limited long-term employment—and why brokers who understand the fundamentals are better positioned to guide their clients as opportunities arise.
Stay informed, stay competitive, and get up to speed on one of the most important trends in CRE today.
Bio:
Simon Enwia, CCIM CIPS GRI SRS ABR is CEO & Designated Managing Broker of SENW, where he leads a full-service, AI-enabled, multi-state brokerage. Licensed in Illinois, Wisconsin, Florida, Arizona, and California, Simon has led high-value transactions across industrial, retail, multifamily, and mixed-use properties. He is a national broker focused on data center development sites, providing owners of powered land and industrial sites unparalleled value.
Simon’s career spans leadership roles in redevelopment, general contracting, and real estate investment trusts (REITs), including pivotal work in the digitization of REIT securities.
Simon is a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI), a Seller Representative Specialist (SRS), An Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and a Member Associate with the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR). He currently serves on several boards, including as the 2025–2026 Institute Affiliate Director for the Northern Illinois Commercial Association of REALTORS® (NICAR), President Elect for 2027 for the CCIM Illinois Chapter, and Board Member for the RED Awards. His professional volunteerism focuses on advancing commercial real estate education, where he serves as a mentor with both the CCIM Institute and the CCIM Illinois Chapter. Simon is AI Certified in Real Estate by the RRC and also carries the e-PRO®, AHWD® and C2EX® Realtor® endorsements, furthering his commitment to the real estate profession.
Simon is an avid writer with an affinity for social media and has been featured in numerous publications. He is also a recognized speaker at real estate and technology conferences. His past volunteer work includes serving as an administrator and advisor for Leasehackr.com, the Assyrian Arts Institute, and Silicon Valley Advantage.
