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2024 Women in Construction: Gianna Avallone,
Wesbuilt Construction Managers
March 26, 2024
What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? Female AEC professionals are respected and appreciated. I grew up in a family of construction tradesmen and have experienced the industry and the satisfaction of completing projects early on.
Harris joins Akerman
March 26, 2024
Manhattan, NY Top national law firm Akerman has expanded its New York office and real estate finance practice with the addition of partner Naheem Harris, who joins Akerman from Vinson & Elkins LLP.
2024 Women in Construction: Marge Fedowitz, NYCAN Builders
March 26, 2024
What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? As a female HR professional in the construction industry, I support diversity and inclusion in the workplace. A diverse workforce brings different perspectives, cultures, knowledge, experiences, opinions, strengths, and ultimately success to companies who foster a diverse environment.
Convene opens 30,000 s/f at 5 Times Sq.
March 26, 2024
Manhattan, NY Convene, a global lifestyle hospitality company that designs and manages premium meeting, event, and flexible workspaces, has opened Venue 42 by Convene, a new meeting and conference center at 5 Times Sq. in Midtown. Venue 42 by Convene
2024 Women in Construction: April Intrabartola, Eastman Cooke & Associates
March 26, 2024
What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? We recently completed two massive Jaguar/Land Rover dealerships in Brooklyn and Long Island and they are stunning! The project started just before the pandemic and we worked through supply chain issues, too. But today, they are active and beautifully structured, bringing economic benefits and jobs to both areas.
Powers, Ornstein, Cinti and Elliott of OPEN Impact Real Estate represent Central Queens Academy Scho...
March 26, 2024
Queens, NY According to OPEN Impact Real Estate (OPEN), Central Queens Academy Charter Schools (CQA) has added 55,000 s/f of additional space to its campus in Elmhurst. The expansion comprises two new leases totaling 55,000 s/f. Stephen Powers,
2024 Women in Construction: Janice Li, Crystal Window & Door Systems
March 26, 2024
What is one of the most exciting developments or innovations impacting the AEC industry right now? As a window manufacturer and early adopter of 3-D printing, Crystal uses this technology to streamline our product development process. Architects, contractors, and installers with special design needs for their construction projects can see actual window component samples before selecting, and our production team can determine the most efficient fabrication process, saving everyone time and money.
Dominque Ansel leases 2,000 s/f retail space at 64 University Place
March 26, 2024
Manhattan, NY Dominique Ansel signed a 15-year lease for the grade level retail space at 64 University Place, a new condominium being developed by Argo Real Estate and Bsafal, Inc. It will be the James Beard Award-winner’s first foray into Greenwich Village.
2024 Women in Construction: Jessica Rothman, Robinson & Cole LLP
March 26, 2024
What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? Being a woman attorney in the AEC industry is empowering. Despite being historically male-dominated in NYC, the building industry proudly supports eliminating gender stereotypes in every role, at every level-ownership, field and office positions.
Deng, Goettee and Lisser promoted to associates at The Praedium Group
March 26, 2024
Manhattan, NY The Praedium Group (Praedium) promoted Angel Deng, James Goettee and Allyson Lisser to associates. Deng and Goettee work on the acquisition team, and Lisser serves on the portfolio and asset management team. All three previously served at Praedium
2024 Women in Construction: Sara Sciotto, Hayduk Engineering, LLC
March 26, 2024
What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? In the AEC industry there are unique challenges and opportunities alike. There are opportunities to create the future by designing roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems. You can deliver clean water and energy, plan new cities, and restore damaged environments.
2024 Women in Construction: Juliana Sorzano, PJCArchitecture
March 26, 2024
What is one of the most exciting developments or innovations impacting the AEC industry right now? BIM technology has transformed the way we design, plan, and build projects, which gives us the ability to identify potential issues before they arise on site. For architects, this tool facilitates real-time visualization, allowing clients to make faster and more informed decisions.
2024 Women in Construction: Johanna Grazel, FXCollaborative
March 26, 2024
What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? I am proud to have worked on 3 Times Square’s amenity floor, a pivotal part of the building’s repositioning. We brought a sense of hospitality into the office building through inviting furnishings and materials. It offers tenants a serene oasis in Times Square, from morning cappuccinos to evening cocktails.
2024 Women in Construction: Victoria Bruno, Kings Capital Construction
March 26, 2024
What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? In 2023, I was honored with a Proclamation from the Westchester County Board of Legislators, became a Real Estate Specialist, & I accepted the prestigious ‘Millennial of the Year’ Award. These accomplishments fill me with pride & gratitude and are testaments to the support & opportunities I’m fortunate for.
2024 Women in Construction: Nancy Erardi, NYCAN Builders
March 26, 2024
What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? I would have to say answering this question! I get asked this specific question so often as if it were something odd for woman to be in this industry. I adore the strong support network I have built-up over the years
Real Estate Limited Partner Institute names Hochman managing director, investor relations
March 26, 2024
New York, NY Real Estate Limited Partner Institute (RELPI), the global organization that curates a connected community of real estate institutional investors, fund managers, operating partners and other groups allied to the industry, announced the expansion of its executive
2024 Women in Construction: Leticia Blaya Fornataro, SWBR
March 26, 2024
What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? I am proud of our local and regional senior housing relationships. We are working/have worked with every major provider in our area on their strategic planning and vision for repositioning not only their communities, but the senior living market.
Greenwich Premier Services leases 3,580 s/f to two tenants at Goshen Plaza
March 26, 2024
Goshen, NY According to Greenwich Premier Services, two new retail businesses have leased space at Goshen Plaza. Club Pilates and Jersey Mike’s Subs executed leases to open stores at Goshen Plaza.The plaza is situated less than two miles
Doshi and Mehra of Meridian Capital Group sell 47-unit multifamily for $5.1 million
March 26, 2024
Bronx, NY Meridian’s Amit Doshi and Shallini Mehra of Meridian Capital Group negotiated the $5.1 million sale of 246 East 199th St. The fully rent-stabilized building features 47 apartments and sold for a capitalization rate of 6.8%,
Berfas and Walsh of Newmark lease 9,409 s/f to SightMD at One Executive Blvd.
March 26, 2024
Yonkers, NY In its first medical lease since acquiring the property, Simone Development Companies said that SightMD, an integrated ophthalmic provider group, leased 9,409 s/f at One Executive Blvd. SightMD was represented by Scott Berfas and Glenn Walsh of Newmark. Simone Development’s leasing