NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Pierre Debbas, Esq., Romer Debbas, LLP

Most memorable “15 minutes of fame” in NYREJ: Back in 2014, our firm brought on a large group of professionals from a firm called Hofheimer Gartlir & Gross. After over 100 years in existence, Hofheimer dissolved that summer. This was the first big expansion of Romer Debbas, LLP and was the start of the rapid growth

NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Joseph Schirripa, NELSON Worldwide

When did you discover NYREJ and what was your title and company name at that time? I discovered NYREJ in the mid-2000s while serving as an architectural consultant for multiple landlords such as Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (formerly W&H Properties). I was a young PM and wanted to understand the market’s dynamics

NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Rodney Nassimian, Highcap Group

Most memorable “15 minutes of fame” in NYREJ: My most memorable 15 minutes of fame came in March of 2022 when NYREJ had highlighted my sale of two lots on 27^th St. in Hunters Point, prime Long Island City. I had sold the lots for $10.5 million with a quick closing

NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Eric Brody, ANAX Real Estate Partners

How has NYREJ helped you, your firm or your industry? Being named a 2023 “Commercial Real Estate Visionary” by the New York Real Estate Journal was a pivotal moment for both me and ANAX Real Estate Partners. Having launched ANAX in 2022, this recognition elevated our brand awareness within the industry and among our peers

NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Ed Smith, Commercial Classroom

How has NYREJ helped you, your firm or your industry? I started writing a monthly article for the NYREJ over 20 years ago. My goal was and is to educate agents new to commercial and investment brokerage and serve as a review of basics for existing practitioners.

NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Carrie Villani, LERA Consulting Structural Engineers

When did you discover NYREJ and what was your title and company name at that time? I believe I met Kristine Wolf and was introduced to NYREJ in 2012, I was active with AREW on the board as co-director of sponsorship (now CREW) and it was fantastic to meet someone who was doing so much to support women in the industry.

NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Adam Levine, Capitol Fire Sprinkler Co., Inc.

When did you discover NYREJ and what was your title and company name at that time? Capitol Fire Sprinkler has been in business since 1952, so NYREJ has been an industry must-read for us since its inception 35 years ago.

NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Robert Khodadadian, Skyline Properties

When did you discover NYREJ and what was your title and company name at that time? They found me! My first contact with NYREJ was when Kristine Wolf replied to my email about starting my own firm, Skyline Properties, saying “Hi Robert, Congratulations on the big leap!

NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Jan Krsanac, SMM Advertising

When did you discover NYREJ and what was your title and company name at that time? I discovered NYREJ in 2011, when SMM Advertising gained a new client in the CRE business and started running advertising campaigns on their behalf to market various commercial properties they were offering for sale or auction.

NYREJ’s 35th Anniversary: Samuel Weiner, Brooklyn Land Title

When did you discover NYREJ and what was your title and company name at that time? I discovered NYREJ in 2019. I was vice president at Langdon Title