The Clarett Group names Cohen director

Robin Cohen, a banking, real estate development and mortgage expert with a successful career spanning nearly three decades, has joined The Clarett Group as director of project development services. She was previously president of her own mortgage banking firm, working with individuals and small companies in the acquisition and refinancing of real estate assets. "We are pleased to have an executive of Robin's extensive expertise join our team," said Veronica Hackett, managing partner of The Clarett Group. "Her financial and development background, combined with her 28 years in the real estate industry, serve to compliment, enhance and expand our development services." Prior to founding her own firm, Cohen served as senior vice president in charge of the real estate lending division at European American Bank. During her nine year tenure with EAB, she was responsible for a loan portfolio valued at over $400 million.