In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight?While the world faced unprecedented challenges, my team and I put our heads down and got to work. I successfully sold several prominent properties at record prices.
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? Leading and successfully closing a package of thirteen loans over the span of two days while experiencing a power-outage.
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? In addition to being the regional legal counsel for Gensler’s Northeast offices, I recently became the co-chair of the firm’s internal Global Race and Diversity Committee
In the last 12 months, what ONE award were you most proud to receive? Who’s Who in Women In Professional Services. It’s always an honor to be recognized for your work and the other women on the list are business leaders that I admire tremendously.
strong>In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? Part of the team that analyzed and arranged the $350 million sale of a Bronx affordable housing portfolio (48 buildings,1,904 units) on behalf of 40+ year ownership.
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? I received a call from a prospective commercial landlord client, who found me while reading various blogs on the internet. She came across one I wrote that resonated with her situation.
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? For 36 years, I have been an attorney with Koeppel Martone & Leistman, L.L.C., a firm that concentrates in real estate tax certiorari. KML has merged with the distinguished firm of Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP.
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? I obtained millions of dollars in real property tax refunds/savings for a wide variety of commercial and residential taxpayers in NY. Recently, my firm of 27 years,
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? Unlike traditional real estate salespersons, I work with clients in financial distress (largely through court proceedings) which creates a strict timeline to transact.
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? I recently resolved a property tax matter for a national drug store chain relating to a bundle of properties in Upstate New York. Because property tax law differs depending on what part of the state you are in, I had to really be creative in employing different methodologies
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? I was fortunate to have many highlights this past 12 months. The first becoming a #1 International Best Selling Author of WOMEN WHO DREAM; and second, the success of my clients.
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? The greatest highlight has been the merging of Koeppel Martone & Leistman, L.L.C. (KML) with Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP (FDT). I am excited to be part of what is now an unparalleled powerhouse in the field of tax certiorari. Both firms come together with
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? Being part of the union between Koeppel Martone & Leistman, L.L.C. and Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP has been my career highlight. Many of our clients have real estate needs that intersect
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? It’s always exciting to work with journalists from all facets of media to help tell our clients’ stories.
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? Professional fulfillment has been the biggest highlight of my year. Having the opportunity to lead The Johnston Team and play a meaningful part in the overall success of B6 Real Estate Advisors
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? Two of my ongoing projects for MTA/NYCT subway stations in Manhattan are particularly rewarding: the $75 million Grand Central Subway Station’s mezzanine improvements and escalator replacements
In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight? Helping my clients fill vacancies no matter where the property was located or how challenging the market was. I was able to maximize client’s media spend by working harder and thinking outside of the box.
What advice would you give the next generation of women in your industry? I have two pieces of advice. First, show up in person. The commercial real estate industry is fueled by relationships. While a hybrid work environment may be convenient, it cannot replace face to face interaction and the connections and learning that occurs when you are with your team in person.