2024 Women in CRE: Alyssa Tarnok,
Herman Katz LLP

Which professional organization(s) would you recommend to women just starting out in your industry: The real estate industry has many subsectors, which means that, for those just starting out, there is a lot to learn and many people to meet. I’ve found that working on a pro bono

2024 Women in CRE: Carolina Zapata, Shawmut Design and Construction

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight?  “Carolina diligently pursues excellence in everything she undertakes. She is passionate about her work, and it shines through as she skillfully navigates challenges on complex renovations with creativity and precision.

2024 Women in CRE: Sarah Bigos,
Montroy DeMarco Architecture

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? My most interesting recent assignments were two vastly different workplace design projects: the new 40,000 s/f headquarters of Publicis Health Groupe in Philadelphia, PA and the final location of five borough

2024 Women in CRE: Laureen Harris,
Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of?  In June 2024, I was appointed by governor Hochul to be a board member of the Empire State Development (ESD). The ESD is the chief economic development agency in New York State with a mission

2024 Women in CRE:
Jeanette Foote, Arbor Realty Trust

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight?  “I would like to congratulate Jeanette on this recognition and for the leadership she provides to her colleagues every day. Foote inspires a diligent approach, critical and creative thinking

2024 Women in CRE: Shallini Mehra, Meridian Investment Sales

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of?  The due diligence for rent stabilized deals with free market units has increased significantly. With the passing of the HSTPA 2019 rent laws, a deregulation may be challenged at any point in time requiring landlords to have the necessary paperwork to prove the free market status regardless of when they purchased the building.

2024 Women in CRE: Jennifer Yashar,
Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I am most proud of advising my industry-leading clients on their headquarter leases, including Blackstone’s lease extension and footprint expansion to 1.06m s/f at 345 Park Ave.

2024 Women in CRE: Christiana Suppa AIA, NCIDQ,
H2M architects + engineers

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight?  “Christiana Suppa AIA, NCIDQ should be recognized for her outstanding career in commercial real estate. As a senior project manager, she successfully oversees all phases of design and construction

2024 Women in CRE: Chaya Milworn,
Northgate Real Estate Group

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of?  Taking a leap of faith to start Northgate Real Estate Group alongside Greg Corbin and our team has been an extraordinary journey. We have developed a strong business model but building it under our own

2024 Women in CRE:
Nandini Sengupta, Urbahn Architects

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? It is rewarding to be part of MTA’s initiative to make New York City’s subway system accessible. This massive project includes multiple stations located in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Manhattan.