NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Carrie Villani, LERA Consulting Structural Engineers

When did you discover NYREJ and what was your title and company name at that time?

I believe I met Kristine Wolf and was introduced to NYREJ in 2012, I was active with AREW on the board as co-director of sponsorship (now CREW) and it was fantastic to meet someone who was doing so much to support women in the industry.

How has NYREJ helped you, your firm or your industry?

LERA loves participating in NYREJ spotlights and nominations. As a WMBE firm, we appreciate the opportunity to honor our women and upcoming professionals. It is a great place to send out local press releases and we find out the best information about our clients and colleagues each week in the publication.

Most memorable “15 minutes of fame” in NYREJ:

I have participated in many Women in Real Estate Spotlights, but my favorite are highlighting other professionals at LERA. They are so proud to be honored with Ones to Watch features!

Favorite NYREJ spotlights: I love reading my peer’s spotlights, I always learn something unique and fun about the fantastic people I engage with in the industry. My top profiles from LERA colleagues are:

• 2024 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Hemangi Agarwa

• 2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Aakash Badjatya

• Ones to Watch Fall 2022: James Simpson.