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2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Federico Checo, Perfect Wellness Group
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? The most notable achievement in the last 12 months has been being selected by leading figures in the wellness industry, renowned hotel brands, and prominent architectural firms as their partners in thermal area developments.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Amanda Clevinger, Bright Power
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what was one of the biggest challenges you faced as a leader and how did you overcome it? LL97 is the most challenging compliance requirement we’ve seen to date. We are excited to see the emissions reductions, but the
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Seth Niedermayer, Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? My representation of long-time client Mitsui Fudosan America, Inc. At a challenging time in the commercial real estate market, over the course of a week, we closed three development deals in three different cities with three different partners.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Bob Ryan, DIGroup Architecture
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? As architect of record for a medical college just outside of New York City, we were tasked with modernizing 18,755 s/f of innovation-center space. The existing research facility was the focus of $6.2 million in enhancements
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Konrad Sklodowski, GAMCO Corp.
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m most proud of overseeing the successful implementation of complex manufacturing ERP and configurator software, integrating newly available AI tools, and fortifying our
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Ira Zlotowitz, GPARENCY
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? Our biggest achievement was perfecting products that revolutionized the commercial brokerage industry, making us the first capped-fee commercial mortgage broker. Our flexible model allows clients to choose how and when they pay,
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Jaime Sikorski, AKAM
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m proud of the team I’ve built at AKAM, our collective achievements, and the support we provide each other. Investing in team growth through training and team outings pays dividends.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Cathy Dubas, Pergament Properties
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? Being named a Top 5 Retail Leasing Broker on Long Island for 2023, with more than 120,000 s/f leased.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Jared Epstein, Aurora Capital Associates
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what was one of the biggest challenges you faced as a leader and how did you overcome it? The largest challenges I faced over the past twelve months were focus and execution. Leading business development, acquisitions, and leasing
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Anthony Pili, Orange Bank & Trust Company
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I was recently promoted to Chief Innovation Officer, a newly created position responsible for driving the Bank’s capabilities in leading-edge technology and enhanced client services.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Tom Ortinau, GFP Real Estate
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? We are fortunate to be active on new projects and growing our team at a time when most development firms are burdened with workouts and finding it difficult to raise capital.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Robert Grunert-Loud, Rochester’s Cornerstone Group, Ltd.
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? In the past year, I’m most proud of leading the Silver Lake Meadows Rehabilitation project to completion in a typically underserved rural community. This initiative achieved a 21.9% reduction in energy usage and secured a NYSERDA Multifamily Performance certification, demonstrating our commitment to sustainability.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Alex Badalamenti, bld architecture, dpc
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? Creating a culture of accountability. Our team of 20 people handles 50 projects in all stages of design. That requires our team to be nimble and responsive to a wide variety of design needs.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Vincent Ryan, JT Magen
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I take immense pride in orchestrating the triumph of the Netflix Albuquerque campus expansion. This project stands as a pinnacle of strategic planning, meticulous execution, and collaborative teamwork.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Brad Cronin, Cronin & Cronin Law Firm, PLLC
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? We recently obtained an 80% reduction in assessment on behalf of our client for a large former college campus. While the result will provide substantial relief for the owner,
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Chris O’Callaghan, RM Friedland
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what was one of the biggest challenges you faced as a leader and how did you overcome it? Overall challenges in the real estate market that must be met with hard work, perseverance, and a positive outlook about opportunities that exist.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: William Anson, RM Friedland
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? The fact that after 50 years in this business, I am still getting calls from all over because of the reputation I have made in a long career in the real estate business.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Paul McCormick, Ariel Property Advisors
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m most proud of driving Ariel’s revenue in an uncertain market. Specifically, increasing the firm’s market share and growing the capital services group, which will continue to expand because of Ariel’s recently announced strategic partnership with GREA
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Samuel Kwadrat, Rhine Legacy Capital
May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? Successfully closing tens of millions in bridge finance, coupled with asset management and foreclosing on distressed loans.