

The New York Real Estate Journal is pleased to present Ones to Watch: INNOVATORS IN COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE, the third installment in our annual Ones to Watch Series:
• April 28 – Industry Leaders
• June 30 – Rising Stars
• October 27 – Innovators
Overview
This special section will provide companies with a unique opportunity to recognize individuals who are driving innovation, inspiring change, or making a lasting impact within their organization or industry. New this year, companies can also highlight innovative products and services that fuel growth, streamline success, and help business owners achieve their goals with real impact
Submission Criteria:
Below are the participation options and key dates for the 2026 Innovators in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight.
Key Dates
- Profiles (Individual + Team): October 12
- Advertising and Team Reservations: ASAP
- Advertising Materials Due: October 19
- Publication Date: October 27
Recognize one professional from your firm by submitting an Innovators in Commercial Real Estate profile Q&A
• All approved profiles are published online
• Select profiles are featured in the print and digital editions
Connect Members: Guaranteed print and digital placement
*Note: Adding a recognition ad will ensure print and digital placement for non-members
Recognize an innovative team from your firm in a single, branded layout. Each participant submits an individual profile, which is then presented together as a cohesive team feature with integrated advertising.
Includes: Guaranteed print and digital placement, social media promotion, e-newsletter inclusion, and homepage visibility
Feature up to 4 team members
Includes a half page color ad on the same page.
Non-member: $1,095 | Corporate Connect: $895

Feature up to 6 team members
Includes a full page color ad placed on the adjacent page.
Non-member: $1,295 | Corporate Connect: $1,095

Promote an innovative product or service through a 400-word editorial, featuring priority placement, company or product image, and logo. Craft your own feature or use our formatted Q&A. Additional promotion to our social media followers and e-newsletter subscribers is also included.


Enhance your firm’s presence in the issue while celebrating your Innovator in Commercial Real Estate or position your firm in front of our readership without submitting a profile.
Quarter Page — 4.67 w x 5.77 h — $495 Non-Member | $395 Connect
Half Page — 9.5 w x 5.8 h — $895 Non-Member | $795 Connect — social media promotion, e-newsletter inclusion, homepage visibility
Full Page — 9.5 w x 12.375 h — $1,195 Non-Member | $995 Connect — all half page benefits, priority placement
Submit an Individual or Team for the Innovators in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight
Use the Q&A form below for both individual and team submissions. For team features, each participant should be submitted individually using the form.
CLICK HERE TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN Q&A IS AVAILABLE
Explore how firms showcased their Innovators in Commercial Real Estate and used Recognition Ads to enhance their presence, strengthen their brand, and create a more impactful feature within the issue.
Reserve Your Spot
Space is limited and early reservations are recommended.
To reserve your placement or discuss the best option for your firm, email [email protected] or contact your NYREJ representative.
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