Spotlights

2023 Women in CRE: Krista Patterson, Robinson & Cole LLP

Who inspires you most? What qualities do they possess that inspire you? Rhonda Tobin, Robinson+Cole’s Managing Partner and the first woman to hold that position. She is a highly competent and empathetic leader.

2023 Women in CRE: Heather Milazzo, Keen-Summit Capital Partners LLC

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I played a crucial role in Keen-Summit’s recent major deal with WC Braker. Acting as the exclusive agent, Keen-Summit was tasked with selling 13 single-story office buildings

2023 Women in CRE: Remi Fink, Jafri Journal

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m immensely proud of leading the Jafri Journal Fall Classic Executive Event. In this endeavor, I successfully secured sponsorships from DraftKings and architect Dan Choi.

2023 Women in CRE: Matia Nikolovienis, Cohen & Perfetto LLP

What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? Look for a firm that inspires leadership and promotes teamwork. Leaders inspire others to work as a team and both these traits

2023 Women in CRE: Nikole Loayza, Henderson Engineers

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? As a born and bred New Yorker, the city is such a huge part of my identity, so I love being part of any development that changes its fabric. I’m proud to have been

2023 Women in CRE: Christina Mahady, AKF

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m proud to announce that I was promoted to principal at AKF. This achievement is particularly meaningful as it symbolizes the advancement of female leadership within our organization.

2023 Women in CRE: Laura Rapaport, North Bridge

What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? The most important factor is finding good mentors (both men and women) who want to promote women and create opportunities for others and build a strong

2023 Women in CRE: Jacquelyn Mascetti, Herman Katz Cangemi

What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? The most important factors in choosing a firm are to confirm you like the firm’s culture and structure, and that

2023 Women in CRE: Gisella Haidar, NAI Global

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I recently graduated with honors from NYU’s Schack Institute of Real Estate, earning a MS degree in Real Estate Development, including being named an ICSC Scholar in 2021 and a WX Scholar in 2022. My efforts culminated

2023 Women in CRE: Kristen Meyer, Mark Design Studios Architecture, PC.

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? The project I’m most proud of is the Plainedge High School cafeteria, a $3 million addition and interior renovation to the school’s existing cafeteria. It was an intricate project that involved