Who are the primary instructors for the initial training program at Christies International Real Estate?
Christies_International_Real_Estate Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We intend to hold initial training classes quarterly, or more often if necessary, at our headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, another location that we designate, or virtually over the internet.
The following Instructors teach our initial training program: Michael Golden, Thaddeus Wong, Joni Meyerowitz, and Amy Corr. Guest Instructors may also make select presentations. Item 2 sets forth the nature of the instructor's experience for Michael Golden and Thaddeus Wong. Our other instructors of the initial training program include the following:
Amy Corr, EVP of Culture & Agent Development. Ms. Corr has served as the EVP of Culture & Agent Development for At World Holdings Properties, LLC in Chicago, Illinois since May 2019. From January 2013 to September 2017, Ms. Corr served as a Managing Broker for At World Holdings Properties, LLC in Illinois.
Joni Meyerowitz, Chief Operating Officer. Ms. Meyerowitz has served as the Chief Operating Officer of At World Franchising, LLC since July 2020. Ms. Meyerowitz also serves as the Chief Operating Officer to At World Properties, LLC in Chicago, Illinois, and she has held this role since November 2010. The instructors' length of experience in the field and with us is shown in the following chart:
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 26–33)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Christies International Real Estate FDD, the primary instructors for the initial training program are Michael Golden, Thaddeus Wong, Joni Meyerowitz, and Amy Corr. The FDD also notes that guest instructors may make select presentations. Item 2 of the FDD sets forth the nature of the instructor's experience for Michael Golden and Thaddeus Wong.
The FDD provides additional information on Amy Corr, who serves as the EVP of Culture & Agent Development for At World Holdings Properties, LLC since May 2019, and previously served as a Managing Broker for At World Holdings Properties, LLC in Illinois from January 2013 to September 2017. Joni Meyerowitz serves as the Chief Operating Officer of At World Franchising, LLC since July 2020, and also as the Chief Operating Officer to At World Properties, LLC in Chicago, Illinois since November 2010.
Prospective franchisees should note that the franchisor has the discretion to change the instructors or add guest instructors. While the FDD provides the names and titles of the current instructors, this is subject to change. It is important for potential franchisees to understand who will be providing the training, as this can impact the quality and relevance of the training program. Understanding the background and experience of the instructors can help franchisees assess the value of the training program.