Spotlights

2021 Women in CRE: Daniela Petrusev, MdeAS Architects

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
The continuous work to redevelop Penn 2. Firstly, through architecture we are reshaping the Penn District and transforming the

2021 Women in CRE: Carrie Villani, LERA Consulting Structural Engineers

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
LERA is currently working on the design phase for the new NYC Public Health Lab in Harlem and the construction phase for the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Hospital at

2021 Women in CRE: Heidi Wheatley, Keystone National Properties

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
Our firm launched a 1031 DST Exchange division this year. It has been a lot of work and very rewarding to see our product come to market.

2021 Women in CRE: Jinat Rahman, AmTrust Title Insurance Co.

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
Very proud of the AmTrust admin team. The group is a mix of experienced and non-experienced title professionals. I personally train non-title employees in

2021 Women in CRE: Patricia Zugibe, Holt Construction

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
This year, Holt Construction created a diversity and inclusion task force. The purpose of this initiative is to examine the ways in which Holt can diversify our

2021 Women in CRE: Heidi Blau, FXCollaborative Architects

How do you advocate for your fellow women in real estate?
I am often able to advise my clients on bringing on professionals–legal counsel, owner’s representatives, engineers, design specialists, and

2021 Women in CRE: Elizabeth Mueller, Marks Paneth LLP

How do you contribute to your community or your profession?
At Marks Paneth, I have been involved with our LEADS (Leadership, Empowerment, Advancement, Diversity and Success) initiative, with a mission of supporting the recruitment,

2021 Women in CRE: Michelle Galindez, Syska Hennessy

How do you keep your team motivated despite conflicts and obstacles?
It’s all about communication, trust and most importantly care. To keep

2021 Women in CRE: Nicoletta Pagnotta, Meridian Capital Group

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
Remarkably, out of the 17 years I have been with Meridian Capital Group, 2020 was my team’s most successful production year on record.

2021 Women in CRE: Stefanie Marazzi, Hirschen Singer & Epstein LLP

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
This year I gave birth to my first child, which is possibly my proudest accomplishment, second only to HSE’s successful rezoning of 840 Atlantic Ave., a