Spotlights

2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: Jason Breitstone of Hildreth Real Estate Advisors

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? 
Particularly the purchase of five properties that includes laundromats that we will operate.

2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: Steve Kirschner of IREON

Steve Kirschner of IREON networking always suggests and initiates a one-on-one mentoring program, fostering stronger professional relationships and knowledge sharing within our organization. This initiative has significantly improved communication, collaboration, and skill development, resulting in a more cohesive and effective team.

2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: Anthony Guardino of Farrell Fritz

Anthony is a leader in the land use and municipal law space. His ability to bring clients and localities together, bridging gaps between planning, needs, and progress leads the way in the region. Working with developers across the region, his work on projects has helped to change the real estate landscape in New York.

2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: Marc Spector of SPECTOR companies

Marc, honored with the 2023 American Institute of Architects Lifetime Achievement Award, embodies visionary architecture. With his team at SPECTOR, he creatively designs sustainable spaces, inspiring innovation and achieving harmony between the environment and business goals.

2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: Patricia DelCol of H2M architects + engineers

Pat uses both her public and private sector experience to streamline the development process for municipal clients and beyond. Pat has shepherded parks, libraries, utilities, infrastructure projects, and more from conception to completion, expertly meeting the needs of both H2M’s clients and the communities in which they are building.

2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: John Finamore of EW Howell Construction Group

John developed a refreshed synergistic vision and approach in forming the BD/marketing team, with our core values of quality, integrity, resiliency, and relationships. This ensures the industry knows what we stand for, not just what we do. These values drive internal communications, brand exposure, networking, and project pursuits, all with client-focused priority.

2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: Michael Tortorici of Ariel Property Advisors

In addition to growing Ariel’s presence in Manhattan, Mike is spearheading efforts to expand the firms’ work with diverse faith-based organizations across NYC. He advises such groups on how real estate can be maximized to best serve their missions, be it through ground leases, joint ventures or strategic dispositions.

2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: Anthony Kazazis of NYC Real Estate Expo

If you are in some way connected to the real estate industry, chances are you have heard of Anthony Kazazis. As the director of the NYC Real Estate Expo, he has been educating, connecting and motivating all who he comes in contact with. He is a master networker.

2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: Gary Kao of Dealpath

As Dealpath’s first hire, Gary played a pivotal role in growing the company’s national footprint, relocating from San Francisco in 2018 to establish and oversee the company’s New York office. Kao has since been instrumental in various milestones, including the $43 million Series C fundraise and Toronto office opening.

2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: Thomas Grzebinski II of Gantry Inc.

Grzebinski has had a leadership role in the development and growth of the Gantry Internship Program, geared towards introducing the industry to the next generation of commercial real estate finance professionals. The program has been incredibly successful thus far having helped launch the careers of several young professionals.