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What was your most notable project, deal, transaction, or professional achievement in 2017? My firm has had roster of great clients and interior design projects this year. We were very pleased with the successful completion of the Edwynn Houk Gallery on the 4th floor of 745 Fifth Ave. The gallery specializes in the masters of 20th Century photography and is a leader in their field. Designing projects for…

What was the best decision you made in 2017 and why? The best decision this year was the challenging decision to reposition our Long Island City hotel/hospitality project to a

Who or what contributed to your success in 2017 and why?  Working out an extremely distressed development project required negotiating to the mat with many contractors. The unyielding support of my client despite…

Who or what contributed to your success in 2017 and why? Success comes when being prepared with the right knowledge meets the perfect opportunity…

Who or what contributed to your success in 2017 and why? As a family business nearing its 114th year this month, we owe much of our success to KDA’s dedicated team of long-standing professionals and long-term support staff. We rely on the varied and diverse specializes of…

What was your most notable project, deal, transaction or professional achievement in 2017? Bringing the First Food Hall to Fifth Avenue - Frame on Fifth at 345 Fifth Avenue, directly across from the world-renowned Empire State Building’s main entrance. Launched as an epicurean food market that offers…

What trends will impact your business in 2018? There are two rental markets in NYC. Roughly half the apartments are under rent regulation or a government program. That leaves everyone else to compete for the half with rents determined by the market. It creates enormous incentive for…

Who or what contributed to your success in 2017 and why? A cohesive, experienced team that meshes well and brings a high level of professionalism to the business. Chris Mavros and I have worked together for nearly 24 years. I trust his insights and knowledge deeply. Jon Leifer’s real estate investment experience shows…

What trends will impact your business in 2018? The continued boom of online shopping/e-commerce will have a significant impact on our business. We are uniquely positioned because our strongest service lines are…

What was your most notable project, deal, transaction or professional achievement in 2017? As part of a highly competitive, statewide competition - known as the Downtown Revitalization Initiative – GJDC helped create a winning application securing $10 million of state investments for Downtown Jamaica. In July 2017, lieutenant governor Kathy Hochul visited…