WASHINGTON, D.C. — October 6, 2026 — The Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) has promoted Karin Fendrich, CPA, CAE, to Chief Financial and Operating Officer (CFOO), recognizing her five years of exceptional leadership and contributions to the organization.
In her expanded role, Fendrich will oversee SIOR’s financial operations while continuing to lead key organizational functions, including Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Professional Standards. Her expanded responsibilities reflect her deep knowledge of the organization and her track record of strengthening operations and advancing strategic priorities.
During her tenure with SIOR, Fendrich has played a pivotal role in strengthening the organization’s financial operations, including successfully bringing accounting and finance functions in-house. The transition has enhanced efficiency, oversight and strategic alignment while supporting SIOR’s long-term financial health and sustainability.
“Karin has been an invaluable leader for SIOR, bringing exceptional financial expertise, operational insight and a deep commitment to the organization,” said David C. Lockwood III, SIOR, CEO of SIOR. “Her ability to lead across multiple areas of the organization has had a meaningful impact on SIOR, and this expanded role recognizes both the contributions she has made and the confidence we have in her leadership going forward.”
Fendrich has more than 35 years of experience in financial and operational leadership. Prior to joining SIOR, she served as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer for National Trade Productions for seven years, overseeing financial operations, strategic planning and business operations supporting large-scale trade show and event portfolios. She previously spent five years with Hargrove, a leading experiential event company, where she contributed to financial management and operational excellence supporting nationally recognized events and brand experiences.
Fendrich began her accounting career at age 17, having known from a young age that she wanted to pursue the profession. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Association Executive (CAE) issued by the American Society of Association Executives.
“I’m honored to take on this expanded role and continue contributing to SIOR’s success,” said Fendrich. “I’m proud of the progress we’ve made over the past five years and look forward to building on that foundation while supporting SIOR’s members, staff and strategic priorities.”
About SIOR (www.sior.com)
The Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) is the leading professional commercial real estate association representing the world’s most knowledgeable and experienced industrial and office real estate professionals. SIOR has more than 4,100 members in over 750 cities across 52 countries. SIOR members are recognized for their expertise, professionalism and commitment to the highest standards of ethics and service in change to industrial and office real estate. Founded in 1941, SIOR is celebrating its 85th anniversary in 2026 and continues to advance its members and the commercial real estate industry worldwide.
