LOS ANGELES, Sept. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) continued its commitment to the Southern California community through its Annual beach cleanup held on August 16th, 2012.  Approximately 25 members spent the afternoon improving the beach area.

Chapter President Robert G. Thornburgh, SIOR commented, "The Los Angeles SIOR Chapter maintains a strong focus on giving back to our community. Success in industry and philanthropy are intertwined and we simply cannot afford to have one without the other."

SIOR adheres to core values in the commercial real estate industry. Through its designation our members are dedicated to the practice and maintenance of the highest professional and ethical standards.

Founded in 1946, the Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) is one of the largest and oldest SIOR groups in the United States. SIOR is the leading professional commercial and industrial real estate association. With members in 562 cities in 22 countries, SIOR represents today's most knowledgeable, experienced, and successful commercial real estate brokerage specialists. Real estate professionals who have earned the SIOR designation are recognized by corporate real estate executives, commercial real estate brokers, agents, lenders, and other real estate professionals as the most capable and experienced brokerage practitioners in any market. For more information please visit, www.siorlosangeles.com.

SOURCE SIOR Southern California Greater Los Angeles Chapter