2021 Women in Professional Services: Mary Mongioi, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
I am most proud of having been asked to represent a national veterinary consolidator, which has provided our firm a unique growth opportunity. Last year, we helped one

2021 Women in Professional Services: Amanda Gorozdi, Avison Young

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
I’ve had the privilege of working with a developer in purchasing an office building that he will be converting to apartments and retail in

2021 Women in Professional Services: Lindsay Mesh Lotito, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
As primarily a banking attorney, most often, I am sitting on the side of the table representing the lender at a closing; many of which are real estate-based for collateral assets. I recently had the opportunity to represent a borrower in a $12 million asset-based term loan.

2021 Women in Professional Services: Erica Guillen, Outsource Consultants, Inc.

What steps have you taken to ensure the continued success of your firm?
Staying informed of the latest industry insights as well as remaining compliant with our employment practices allowed us to create the

2021 Women in Professional Services: Nicole Forchelli, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
I recently resolved a property tax matter for a national department store chain relating to one of their Upstate New York properties. As property tax law differs depending on

2021 Women in Professional Services: Viviana Addo, VMCASA

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
The rebrand of my consultancy VMCASA, and the launch of my podcast, Growing Cities. I am very pleased with the response and am proud to have under contract our first site for

2021 Women in Professional Services: Liz Pollack, Marx Realty

What steps have you taken to ensure the continued success of your firm?
While my responsibilities in overseeing marketing for a super-regional shopping, dining and entertainment destination have always been to drive traffic, engagement, and

2021 Women in Professional Services: Nina McCann, NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation)

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?
A study of more than 1,700 companies worldwide showed that diversity increases the capacity for innovation by expanding the range of ideas and options, leading to better

2021 Women in Professional Services: Deana Wetzel, Marks Paneth LLP

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
2020 has been a challenging year to say the least. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a new level of demand for consulting services. Many of my

2021 Women in Professional Services: Darya Shneyder, Marks Paneth LLP

Why should women consider a career in commercial real estate and related services?
A career in real estate is a terrific opportunity for women. The real estate industry is very big and there is room for everyone. Marks Paneth has a