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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
2023 Women in CRE: Krista Patterson, Robinson & Cole LLP
September 26, 2023
Who inspires you most? What qualities do they possess that inspire you? Rhonda Tobin, Robinson+Cole’s Managing Partner and the first woman to hold that position. She is a highly competent and empathetic leader.
2023 Women in CRE: Lisa Fischman, Greystone
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? In 2023, secured the only healthcare construction loan approved by HUD in the past year to transform a historic homestead in Long Island’s Bay Shore into a new assisted living and memory care community.
2023 Women in CRE: Dexlene Maxwell, Clean to the Max, LLC
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? Working with “Cleaning for a Reason” to provide voluntary cleaning for cancer patients has been the proudest accomplishment thus far. I first learned about this program when my mother was going through chemotherapy
2023 Women in CRE: Kristen Meyer, Mark Design Studios Architecture, PC.
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? The project I’m most proud of is the Plainedge High School cafeteria, a $3 million addition and interior renovation to the school’s existing cafeteria. It was an intricate project that involved
2023 Women in CRE: Alison Weisman Roeper, Romer Debbas LLP
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I am proud of my team’s resiliency and continued success during the current downturn in the market. We have done so by seeking out additional areas where we can provide guidance and value to new
2023 Women in CRE: Juliana Chiarelli, RIPCO Real Estate
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m proud of the relationships I made and am grateful to those who have generously nurtured relationships with me. Accomplishments of mine include being featured in a cover article of
2023 Women in CRE: Gisella Haidar, NAI Global
September 26, 2023
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I recently graduated with honors from NYU’s Schack Institute of Real Estate, earning a MS degree in Real Estate Development, including being named an ICSC Scholar in 2021 and a WX Scholar in 2022. My efforts culminated
2023 Women in CRE: Laura Rapaport, North Bridge
September 26, 2023
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? The most important factor is finding good mentors (both men and women) who want to promote women and create opportunities for others and build a strong
2023 Women in CRE: Nina Roket, Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP
September 26, 2023
Who inspires you most? What qualities do they possess that inspire you? My parents. I was fortunate to experience first hand from my family the meaning and value of hard work and perseverance. With my parents serving as examples, I developed a strong work ethic and drive to succeed which
2023 Women in CRE: Sarah Berman, The Berman Group
September 26, 2023
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? Women should look to principals who they admire in the workplace – and the first most important quality is hard work, along with creativity, innovation
2023 Women in CRE: Lena Dau-Ping Fan, Kostow Greenwood Architects
September 26, 2023
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? My ten-year progression, from junior designer to principal and equity owner, is testament to the importance of joining a firm that has a healthy relationship, that
2023 Women in CRE: Sevinc Yuksel, Rudin
September 26, 2023
Who inspires you most? What qualities do they possess that inspire you? I’m inspired by trailblazers – RBG, Serena Williams, my mother – bold, driven and ambitious, who’ve taught me I can do whatever I set my mind to.