Get out your calendars and mark the dates: the 2013 CREW Network Convention and Marketplace will be from Oct 9 to 12 at the Omni Dallas. We got the skinny on what to expect from the top gals: national CREW CEOGail Ayers; Butler Burgher Group CEO Diane Butler(immediate past prez), and Cassidy Turley executive managing directorBeth Lambert-Saul(2006 national CREW prez).Gail tells us CREW is more than just a typical trade association; its focus is on learning about the cutting edge.

Heres Diane, Republic Title VPMaryBeth Shapiro, Beth, Gail, and national CREW communications director Denise Kahler. With CREW chapters in 74 markets, the organization is 8,000 members strong. The convention registration is open to anyone, Beth says, where folks will experienceDallas with activities and field trips. (Among those showcasing our city:Phil Romano will speak and there'll be a tour of The Groves.) Gail is looking forward todemonstratinghow cities solve challenges, so members can take that back to their own communities. CREW isnt just for women; the smart men can join, too.