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2023 Women in CRE: Jessica Furgiuele, Schwartz, Sladkus, Reich, Greenberg & Atlas LLP
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? Closed on a simultaneous bulk sale and acquisition (brought in new equity partner) of eight multifamily buildings in Bedstuy, N.Y.
2023 Women in CRE: Kimberly Zar Bloorian, KLOUD Real Estate Marketing
September 26, 2023
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? When building your career, consider the firm’s values. Prioritize a firm where you can shape your environment and ask
2023 Women in CRE: Kara Rakowski, Belkin Burden Goldman, LLP
September 26, 2023
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? First, choosing a firm with a solid reputation is critical. Second, flexibility in the work environment is important to growth.
2023 Women in CRE: Maria Elefante, Arbor Realty Trust
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? While I’m proud to have grown Arbor’s banking relationships significantly over the last 20 years, I’m even more proud to be a Commercial Real Estate Women New York (CREWNY) member
2023 Women in CRE: Julia Lee, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m very proud of the work that I do on a regular basis. Real property taxes are the single greatest expense for property owners and applicable tenants. It is a significant hardship that can be exacerbated by an evolving market.
2023 Women in CRE: Lindsay Mesh Lotito, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? The accomplishment that I am most proud of was being promoted to partner in January 2023. A goal of most lawyers, I was ecstatic to achieve this title early on in my career.
2023 Women in CRE: Kathleen Deegan Dickson, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I recently represented a family that wanted to build a small apartment building for seniors who wanted to remain living in their community once they sold their empty nests. It was located in a vibrant, but tight-knit community that tends to resist change and especially new residences.
2023 Women in CRE: Judy Simoncic, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I was recently honored to be included in Long Island Business News’ (LIBN) List of Most Dynamic Women Leaders of 2023. The list of 44 industry leaders is hand selected by LIBN and recognizes women that have demonstrated integrity, persistence and most importantly, leadership skills in their respective fields.
2023 Women in CRE: Joanna Rotonde Manfro, Matthews Real Estate Investment Services
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I revived a deal that fell apart at my previous company when I switched firms. Despite the extended timeline and various challenges, I persevered for over six years
2023 Women in CRE: Katie Buhl, Unispace
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? During the pandemic, I led the design of an experiential office for Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), which won a 2022 Better Future NY Design Award in
2023 Women in CRE: Remi Fink, Jafri Journal
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m immensely proud of leading the Jafri Journal Fall Classic Executive Event. In this endeavor, I successfully secured sponsorships from DraftKings and architect Dan Choi.
2023 Women in CRE: Heather Milazzo, Keen-Summit Capital Partners LLC
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I played a crucial role in Keen-Summit’s recent major deal with WC Braker. Acting as the exclusive agent, Keen-Summit was tasked with selling 13 single-story office buildings
2023 Women in CRE: Erica Cohen, Anchin
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I was recently promoted to Partner at Anchin. As a new Partner and a leader in the Real Estate Group, I am looking forward to utilizing my industry expertise to grow the
2023 Women in CRE: Rebecca Long, Anchin
September 26, 2023
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? I think it’s important to choose a firm that will motivate you to do your very best and recognizes your hard work and dedication.
2023 Women in CRE: Deborah Smith, The CenterCap Group
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? We recently closed on our first proptech deal in the housing space. CenterCap represented Common in their merger with Habyt to create a leading global co-living
2023 Women in CRE: Tiffany Rafii, UpSpring
September 26, 2023
Who inspires you most? What qualities do they possess that inspire you? My mom! She always challenged what it meant to “have it all” and encouraged me to find a path that was right for me.
2023 Women in CRE: Kristi Nootens, CP Capital US
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? While I’ve worked in the real estate industry since I graduated from college, I made a big career switch from property management to investment management after
2023 Women in CRE: Jacqueline Elezaj, Black Mountain Capital
September 26, 2023
Who inspires you most? What qualities do they possess that inspire you? My mother is always my biggest inspiration. She has always instilled in myself & my brothers that hard work pays off, we’ve applied to all aspects of our lives.
2023 Women in CRE: Larisa Ortiz, Streetsense
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I am proud of the work our team did for Preparing a Commercial District Diagnostic, published by the Local Initiative Support Corp. This award-winning approach
2023 Women in CRE: Jenna Lustbader, SAB Capital
September 26, 2023
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? Surrounding yourself with leaders who value outside perspectives and take action to work alongside you, and a team that fosters personal