2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Robyn Reiss, Reiss Strategies

As the founder of Reiss Strategies, Robyn Reiss is responsible for driving the firm’s strategic vision and business development for real estate professionals. With nearly two decades of experience, Reiss has spent her time in her current position leading a dedicated team of professionals. Under her management, the team comprises skilled professionals from media,

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Andrew Solano, Emtec Consulting Engineers

With over 15 years in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, Andrew Solano has built Emtec Consulting Engineers into a trusted partner across diverse sectors. As managing partner, he has led Emtec’s expansion from New York to markets in NJ, MA, PA, and MO, with plans for further growth. His leadership blends strategic vision with technical expertise

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Seth Samowitz, BKREA

Seth Samowitz, COO of BKREA, has led the company’s operations and technology since it was founded seven years ago. He oversees a team of eight and hundreds of AI agents, managing daily operational efficiency and implementing innovative tech solutions to streamline workflows. Samowitz’s responsibilities include automating outreach, optimizing processes

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Robert Fuller, Gensler

Robert Fuller is a global leader of Gensler’s residential practice area and based in the New York office. With 26 years of experience in architectural design, city and regional planning, Fuller specializes in large, complex projects. These include new buildings, building repositioning, office-to-residential conversions, and mixed-use developments.

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Naheem Harris, Akerman LLP

Naheem Harris focuses his practice on representing domestic and international real estate companies, institutional lenders, REITs, funds, and other real estate investors and operators on a wide range of real estate matters, including bespoke financings (mortgage, mezzanine and preferred equity investments, and both borrower and lender representations), dispositions and acquisitions, development

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Neil Rubler, Vessel Technologies

Neil Rubler, who founded Vessel Technologies in 2017, leads a team of approximately 50 people. As CEO, he not only oversees company strategy but collaborates closely with the design team to refine and enhance the Vessel product. Drawing on over 20 years of experience in the multifamily industry

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Bar Mor, Agora

Agora was co-founded by Bar Mor in 2019, and now has more than 130 employees. As CEO, Bar Mor drives Agora’s overall vision and strategy, focusing on the company’s growth and market leadership. He works closely with the executive team to ensure Agora’s solutions deliver tangible value to the commercial real estate industry. Bar’s unique background,

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Caren Maio, 100

Caren Maio is the CEO and co-founder of 100. At 100, she is currently leading a team of 11 and is responsible for GTM sales & marketing, operations, and finance. Caren has nearly 15 years of experience in the proptech space. Previously she served within the industry as president of Moved, Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Camber Creek, and CEO and co-founder of Funnel Leasing (formerly Nestio). 

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Chris Mias, Collado Engineering

A principal in the firm, Chris Mias handles the management and development of the mechanical department in addition to project design and business development. Within his department, Mias leads a group of engineers focusing on energy use policy, sustainability, and high performing systems. Collectively, they are responsible for energy auditing, commissioning,

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Brian Kennedy, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

Brian Kennedy is a partner in the firm’s Land Use & Zoning practice group for the last six years. In his practice, Kennedy guides clients through the complex municipal approvals required for all development projects. Kennedy’s experience ranges from single family residential redevelopments through large-scale mixed-use and industrial developments.