Blumberg of Besen: Always keeping my dreams

Name: Lynda Blumberg Title: Senior Director Company Name: Besen and Associates Years in CRE: 14 In the last 12 months, which project, transaction, honor or accomplishment are you most proud of and why? Pelham Parkway Portfolio of 305 units - $53 million deal which was long time ownership. And a $79 million retail redevelopment site which is in contract in Midtown. I maintained keen awareness of both deals throughout to create this opportunity come alive continuously for 10 years. What were your biggest fears when you started out in your profession? My biggest fear was about being risk-averse after being in the nursing industry. Not taking risks in life contributes to failure, and not making opportunities and dreams come alive. What was your first job and what did you learn from it? I graduated from NYU School of Nursing. My first job was an ICU nurse on a medical surgical floor at NYU. I learned that I have faith and passion for my work. I enjoy organization and follow up. In nursing you must be meticulously enriched with organization, as well as being a good communicator and a team player. Switching careers I have cultivated these skills further in my career through hard work and always keeping my dreams. What is your favorite quote? "Failure is another's stepping stone to greatness" from Oprah Winfrey. I believe that you must take risks and through mistakes and perseverance, we will succeed in what we have set out to accomplish.