Spotlights
2021 Ones to Watch: Christine Barshtak, Finaly General Contracting Corp.
What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?I think obtaining our Woman-Owned Business Enterprise status in NYC was a big accomplishment for Finaly and for myself personally.
2021 Ones to Watch: Stefano Braganti, HAP Construction
What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?The Maverick at 215-225 West 28th St. comprising two 20-story buildings totaling
2021 Ones to Watch: Sara Ianniciello, Whitehall Interiors
How do you keep your team motivated despite conflicts and obstacles?Motivation is best inspired and maintained when the team has a stake in the work they are dedicating their time and energy to. Assuming that
2021 Women in Professional Services: Megan Elgard, The Falcon Group
In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?My biggest accomplishment over the last year was stepping into the role of the director of business development. I have been working very hard towards this
2021 Women in Professional Services: Cynthia Thomas, Garfunkel Wild, P.C.
In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?In past years I would have noted the closing of my largest and most complicated transactions, with the most challenging legal issues, as the accomplishment I
New York Real Estate Journal presents 2021 Women in Professional Services
New York, NY The New York Real Estate Journal published its annual Women in Professional Services Spotlight. The March 23rd edition shares insight into today's real estate industry from a woman's point of view2021 Women in Professional Services: Wendy Valentino, Prager Metis
What steps have you taken to ensure the continued success of your firm?My number one goal is to ensure that my team is fully trained and kept up-to-date on new pronouncements, reporting requirements, and tax planning strategies. Staff development and training is
2021 Women in Professional Services: Esta Algava-Czik, Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone, LLP
Women have made significant progress in the last year towards equality in the workplace. How do you advocate for your fellow women in real estate?Women who have flexibility overwhelmingly thrive in the workplace. By advocating for this flexibility within my department and firm, and allowing it on my team, we have
2021 Women in Professional Services: Lisa Radetsky, Phillips Nizer LLP
What steps have you taken to ensure the continued success of your firm?I am a member of the firm’s COVID Task Force, which has developed protocols and policies for working remotely and limited visits to the office on
2021 Women in Professional Services: Nina Roket, Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP
In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?From the onset of and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, I have tirelessly guided and counseled existing and new clients on the evolving business and legal issues impacting the real estate industry. Acting as both business advisor and lawyer, I have taken a lead in the industry,