2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Federico Checo, Perfect Wellness Group

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? The most notable achievement in the last 12 months has been being selected by leading figures in the wellness industry, renowned hotel brands, and prominent architectural firms as their partners in thermal area developments.

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Cory Rosenthal, Matthews Real Estate Investment Services

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2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Ryan Paquin, Anchin, Block and Anchin LLP

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? In the last 12 months, one of the biggest challenges I faced as a leader was establishing and developing Anchin’s Cost Segregation Group within our Tax Advisory department.

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Stuart Saft, Holland & Knight LLP

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? Assisted Empire State Development in formulating and documenting alternatives to the 421-a program that expired several years ago. While at the time it did not appear that the State Legislature would enact the Governor’s 485-x program,

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Mary Mahany, Shawmut Design and Construction

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? Recently, we were awarded a high-profile project that ties directly into our deep-rooted commitment to building impactful spaces throughout New York that benefit the local community. We have been laser focused on this project for over three years

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Rishabh Mangal, Holt Construction

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? We are living in a technology driven world and the backbone to support this is our humongous data centers. In the past 12 months my focus has been strictly on developing and spearheading Holt’s data center projects

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Jack O’Shea, Start Elevator

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? In the last year, I’m proud of Start Elevator for becoming the sole provider for Montefiore’s real estate portfolio and completing our biggest private sector contract to date - a massive 32-car elevator modernization in Brooklyn,

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Leo Leyva, Cole Schotz

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I am most proud of our ability to attract new talent, which has led to an expansion of our footprint in our New York City office during what many consider a downturn in the real estate and financial marketplace.

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Michael Werner, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP

In the last 12 months what was one of the biggest challenges you faced as a leader and how did you overcome it? With many properties in default, I have had to advise clients and help them decide on the best path forward, particularly for those who have never faced recourse before or had to hand back the keys on a property.

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Rob Kuppersmith, Cushman & Wakefield

In the last 12 months what was one of the biggest challenges you faced as a leader and how did you overcome it? Adapting to the ever-changing marketplace. As the leasing industry continues to evolve post-pandemic, I have had to adjust my approach and mindset.