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2020 Women in RE: AnaTracey Hawkins, CNY

Name: AnaTracey Hawkins

Title: Vice President of Strategic Growth

Company Name: CNY 

List up to three associations or organizations that you are currently a member of:

  • BizDevel (Commerical RE focused Think Tank)
  • Corenet
  • AIA

What recent project or accomplishment are you most proud of? 
Being part of CNY. When the pandemic hit there was so much uncertainty and fear in the world, our whole company really banded together, going above and beyond to support and think of each other. We are such a traditional industry and it was amazing to see the switch over to working remotely. Behind the scenes different teammates went out of their way to make sure their colleagues were able to seamlessly transition into our new virtual world. Using a collective voice, we worked tirelessly on strategic plans for how we could best support our clients and partners. I am honored to be part of this amazing team that has been unceasingly working and thinking about the wellbeing of others. 

What conferences, books, blogs, podcasts, or influencers would you recommend to women?
“How Women Rise: Break the 12 Habits Holding You Back from Your Next Raise, Promotion, or Job” by Sally Helgesen; “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable” by Patrick Lencioni; and “Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity” by David Allen.

What is one characteristic that you believe every woman in business should possess?
Poise.

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