NYREJ's 2026 Ones to Watch: Rising Stars Participation Options

NYREJ 2026 Rising Stars
Part Two in the NYREJ 2026 Ones to Watch Series 
Publication Date: June 30th 

The New York Real Estate Journal is pleased to present Ones to Watch: RISING STARS, the second installment in our annual Ones to Watch Series:

• April 28 – Industry Leaders

• June 30 – Rising Stars

• October 27 – Innovators

Overview
This annual feature recognizes standout emerging professionals whose drive, talent, and fresh perspective are helping shape the future of New York’s commercial real estate industry. It’s an opportunity to spotlight the individuals on the rise within your organization and share their achievements and outlook with NYREJ’s influential audience of CRE professionals.

Who Qualifies
Rising Stars are early- to mid-career professionals within a CRE firm or an organization that supports the industry through its services. This includes up-and-coming team members who have demonstrated strong performance, initiative, and meaningful contributions to their firms and communities. Offices of record must be located in New York, or within 75 miles of NYC and each firm may recognize one Rising Star. 

Below are the participation options and key dates for the 2026 Rising Stars Spotlight.

Key Dates

- Profiles (Individual + Team): June 15
- Advertising and Team Reservations: ASAP
- Advertising Materials Due:  June 22
- Publication Date:  June 30

Ways to Participate

1. Individual Rising Star Profile — No Cost

Recognize one professional from your firm by submitting a Rising Star profile through our Q&A form.

• 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 guarantees placement for non-members as well.

2. Custom Team Feature Pages (New for 2026)

Highlight multiple Rising Stars 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

3. Recognition Ads + Corporate Branding Opportunities

Enhance your firm’s presence in the issue while celebrating your Rising Star 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 Your Rising Star or Team

Use the Q&A form below for both individual and team submissions. For team features, each participant should be submitted individually using the form.  

  Access the 2026 OTW Rising Stars Q&A Profile Form HERE

Explore how firms showcased their Rising Stars and used Recognition Ads to enhance their presence, strengthen their brand, and create a more impactful feature within the issue. 

View last year’s Rising Stars 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.