Real Estate Training and Management Institute (RETMI™)
Advancing Professional Standards and Applied Skills in Commercial Real Estate
The Real Estate Training & Management Institute (RETMI™) is dedicated to bridging the gap between academic knowledge and workplace execution in commercial real estate. Through innovative training and professional certification programs, RETMI sets a higher standard for applied skills and industry readiness.
About RETMI™
RETMI™ develops programs that are practical, execution-focused, and aligned with the skills employers demand. We serve as the institute behind the CREXOM™ Certification, ensuring that commercial real estate professionals are equipped with the tools, frameworks, and applied knowledge to succeed in today’s marketplace.
Our Mission
We believe every professional entering commercial real estate deserves more than theory — they deserve actionable skills backed by recognized standards.
RETMI™ is committed to:
Training
Developing execution-ready professionals through applied training and certification.
Innovation
Delivering modern content that adapts to today’s market and emerging competencies.
Standards
Raising the bar for professionalism and workplace readiness across the CRE industry.
About the Founder
Dr. Roger Wortman is the Executive Director of the Real Estate Training & Management Institute (RETMI™) and the creator of the CREXOM™ certification. With nearly two decades of leadership in commercial real estate — spanning property operations, asset management, leasing, and construction — he combines deep industry expertise with advanced academic credentials, including an MBA and a Doctorate. At RETMI™, Dr. Wortman is dedicated to elevating the standard of practice in commercial real estate through certification programs, continuing education pathways, and proprietary frameworks that unite academic rigor with operational readiness.
Flagship Program: CREXOM™ Certification
Our foundational certification, CREXOM™ (Commercial Real Estate Execution, Operations & Management), sets the benchmark for applied training in the industry. Designed for professionals, career changers, and students, CREXOM™ moves beyond knowledge to prove real-world execution.
