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Farmakis of Studley recognized as Top "45 Under 40" by Real Estate Forum

Studley, the leading global commercial real estate services firm specializing in tenant representation, revealed corporate managing director Nick Farmakis on being selected as one of the country's top commercial real estate professionals within Real Estate Forum's annual "45 Under 40" listing. "Nick is an exceptional talent and we are very proud to have him as part of the Studley team," said the firm's chairman and CEO, Mitchell Steir. "Throughout his career Nick has developed a deep understanding of the New York City market and has continued to refine his outstanding client service abilities." Farmakis began his real estate career with Studley in 1999 and has since completed over 2 million s/f of real estate transactions. Throughout his career Nick has developed an in-depth understanding of the commercial real estate needs of a variety of different types of tenants, including those in advertising, technology, fashion, and asset management. "To be recognized within such a competitive industry is exciting and highly motivating," Nick said. "The New York City market is challenging, but extremely rewarding at the same time."
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