How do you balance your rising career with your personal life? Time management is key. Establishing dedicated time slots for answering emails ensures a tidy inbox. Keeping my work and personal calendars updated and reviewing them side-by-side at the beginning of each week
Who are the key people in your life that have contributed to your success? My parents and step-parents instilled the value of hard work and commitment. Additionally, Virginia Pittarelli, formerly the head of retail at Crown Acquisitions, gave me my first job in real estate and
“This year, Gene spearheaded the analysis of a potential deal structure for a local nonprofit. His work evaluated the viability of a partnership with a nearby community-serving nonprofit, which would allow the organization to provide additional services to the community while creating a
Who are the key people in your life that have contributed to your success? After law school, I clerked for an Appellate Judge in New Jersey. The judge instilled the importance of efficiency, editing, and surrounding yourself with smart, capable people. I continue
Who are the key people in your life that have contributed to your success? Early on, my parents tirelessly supported me and infused me with ambition and character. At Lendlease, I’ve been lucky to work with experienced builders such as Rich Leffler, Christina
How do you balance your rising career with your personal life? There’s no balance. I figure things out as they come, do my best to plan and pivot when I need to. A support system and a team you love working with everyday are key. As a new mom, life often
Outside of your career, where else do you seek continuous learning and personal growth? I tend to be “business minded” and have a healthy interest in US history that I developed through my courses in high school and college. I keep up with these intellectual
Beyond your professional achievements, what are some of your passions or hobbies? I have always found passion in the simple things outside of my professional life. I love going to new restaurants and being active. While these might seem like simple tasks, they help
Who are the key people in your life that have contributed to your success? Affordable housing isn’t rocket science, but the learning curve is steep – and at least scientists get to dedicate their entire education to their craft. So much of affordable housing development
Beyond your professional achievements, what are some of your passions or hobbies? I have a variety of hobbies. My hobbies include sports (playing, watching, collecting memorabilia), exercising (weights, running), volunteering, drawing, brainteasers, solving puzzles
