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2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Toh Tsun Lim AIA, PEI Architects
November 26, 2024
“Toh Tsun Lim AIA creates real estate solutions through architectural designs that honor local context and culture while addressing contemporary needs. The rapid development of built environments requires that the essence of local culture and respect for its traditions be understood while building a pathway to the future. This PEI Architects’ design philosophy has developed
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Faizan Zaidi, Spectorgroup
November 26, 2024
For the past four years, Faizan Zaidi has served as director of design technology for a team of 50 at multidisciplinary design practice Spectorgroup. In his role, Zaidi blends seamless design with building information modeling for efficient project development and delivery solutions. He has specialized in developing tailored design technology & BIM strategies for projects at various
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Sam Charney, Charney Companies
November 26, 2024
Sam Charney founded Charney Companies in 2013, overseeing its growth as principal since then, building a strong team of 30 people and an impressive pipeline of projects. The company operates development, brokerage, and property management branches, with Charney at the helm. Daily responsibilities include sourcing deals and capital, financing and refinancing projects
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Marc Hershberg, Topaz Capital
November 26, 2024
As managing partner and CEO at Topaz Capital, Marc Hershberg leads our strategic vision and operations across our multifamily portfolio. With approximately 10 years in the industry, He oversees a team of 25 professionals, focusing on acquisitions, asset management, and sustainable development. We not only invest in leading Series-A PropTech companies but also integrate these innovations throughout
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Matthew Isaacs, Kelvin
November 26, 2024
Matthew Isaacs has served as the vice president of business development at Kelvin since 2019. In his role, Isaacs oversees a team of 10 focused on business development, marketing, and sales geared towards decarbonizing New York City’s legacy buildings. He has played a critical role in forming partnerships with legislative leaders, Local Law 97 supporters, and building owners
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Peter Sabesan, Cresa
November 26, 2024
Peter Sabesan, managing principal, Cresa, the world’s leading global commercial real estate advisory firm exclusively representing occupiers, heads the New York City office with partners Richard Selig and James Pirot, and more than 30 on-site tenant-rep agents, project managers, and support staff. For more than 40 years, Sabesan has been a prominent commercial broker
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Tristan Schwartzman, Goldman Copeland
November 26, 2024
Tristan Schwartzman has been a principal of the firm since 2019 and director of the Energy Services Department since 2016. As director of the department, he has grown it from four employees to a team of 18 and is responsible for all energy-related initiatives of the firm, focusing on innovative but practical solutions that have delivered consistent savings to his clients throughout the
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Mike Cook, Runwise
November 26, 2024
Mike Cook is the co-founder and chief growth officer of Runwise and is responsible for the company’s growth, vision and cohesive cross-functional go-to-market strategy. In addition, Cook oversees Runwise’s strategic, enterprise and national LP accounts.
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Cory Rosenthal, Matthews Real Estate Invs. Services
November 26, 2024
Cory Rosenthal stands as the Matthews national director of multifamily & New York Market leader. In New York, Rosenthal oversees the businesses’ day-to-day operations and manages the strategic development of the platform. He provides leadership, training, and guidance to both new and seasoned agents to help them succeed in their roles. Additionally, as national director of multifamily,
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Alec Fomin, Sage
November 26, 2024
As Sage’s director of member experience, Alec Fomin is responsible for leading the strategy and oversight of customer experience, member-facing services, and hospitality standards across the firm’s portfolio. Fomin and his department direct and implement Sage Connected (Sage’s member experience app), Sage Services (covering Workplace Services,
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Brian Kennedy, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP
November 26, 2024
Brian Kennedy is a partner in the firm’s Land Use & Zoning practice group for the last six years. In his practice, Kennedy guides clients through the complex municipal approvals required for all development projects. Kennedy’s experience ranges from single family residential redevelopments through large-scale mixed-use and industrial developments.
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Chris Mias, Collado Engineering
November 26, 2024
A principal in the firm, Chris Mias handles the management and development of the mechanical department in addition to project design and business development. Within his department, Mias leads a group of engineers focusing on energy use policy, sustainability, and high performing systems. Collectively, they are responsible for energy auditing, commissioning,
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Caren Maio, 100
November 26, 2024
Caren Maio is the CEO and co-founder of 100. At 100, she is currently leading a team of 11 and is responsible for GTM sales & marketing, operations, and finance. Caren has nearly 15 years of experience in the proptech space. Previously she served within the industry as president of Moved, Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Camber Creek, and CEO and co-founder of Funnel Leasing (formerly Nestio).
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Bar Mor, Agora
November 26, 2024
Agora was co-founded by Bar Mor in 2019, and now has more than 130 employees. As CEO, Bar Mor drives Agora’s overall vision and strategy, focusing on the company’s growth and market leadership. He works closely with the executive team to ensure Agora’s solutions deliver tangible value to the commercial real estate industry. Bar’s unique background,
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Neil Rubler, Vessel Technologies
November 26, 2024
Neil Rubler, who founded Vessel Technologies in 2017, leads a team of approximately 50 people. As CEO, he not only oversees company strategy but collaborates closely with the design team to refine and enhance the Vessel product. Drawing on over 20 years of experience in the multifamily industry
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Naheem Harris, Akerman LLP
November 26, 2024
Naheem Harris focuses his practice on representing domestic and international real estate companies, institutional lenders, REITs, funds, and other real estate investors and operators on a wide range of real estate matters, including bespoke financings (mortgage, mezzanine and preferred equity investments, and both borrower and lender representations), dispositions and acquisitions, development
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Robert Fuller, Gensler
November 26, 2024
Robert Fuller is a global leader of Gensler’s residential practice area and based in the New York office. With 26 years of experience in architectural design, city and regional planning, Fuller specializes in large, complex projects. These include new buildings, building repositioning, office-to-residential conversions, and mixed-use developments.
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Christopher Sameth, JLL
November 26, 2024
Christopher Sameth joined JLL in 2021 after helping build Skyline AI, a start-up company developing advanced AI for commercial real estate investment. Skyline AI was acquired by JLL and Sameth joined the global real estate services company as head of innovation and capital markets quantitative investments where he now oversees a team of 20 employees.
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Rachel Scelfo, Farrell Fritz
November 26, 2024
Rachel Scelfo is a partner in Farrell Fritz’ land use, zoning, municipal litigation group. She rejoined the firm in September, having previously worked at the firm for eleven years. Prior to rejoining the firm, Scelfo was most recently a member of the Town of Babylon team
2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Richard Maltz, Maltz Auctions
November 26, 2024
For the past twelve years, Richard Maltz has led a team of seventeen dedicated professionals, most of whom have been with Maltz Auctions for well over twenty years. His primary responsibilities include strengthening client relationships, strategic planning, fostering an inclusive and motivated work environment, and steering the company towards continuous growth during uncertain times.