2021 Ones to Watch: Derek Malana, Lynx Mortgage Bank LLC

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
My biggest accomplishment so far was definitely succeeding through the COVID-19 Pandemic. The pandemic obviously presented several obstacles in our business and everyday lives. Throughout the

2021 Ones to Watch: Greg Krueger, LEW Corp.

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
With the changes to New York City’s lead-based paint regulations (LL1, LL31, LL66), a large section of our client base has requested

2021 Ones to Watch: Amanda Clevinger, Bright Power

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
Recently I’ve been working with some of our clients to help plan electrification retrofits. It’s exciting to see so many stakeholders on

2021 Ones to Watch: Yaakov Zar, Lev

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
We raised a $30 million series A led by Greenspring Associates with participation from First American, CapitalOne, JLL and many others.

2021 Ones to Watch: Daniel Aminov, Alpha Realty

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
A project I am most proud of is a Boerum Hill package that we recently sold for a record price per s/f in the Boerum Hill submarket.

2021 Ones to Watch: Kimberly Zar Bloorian, KLOUD Real Estate Marketing

What led you to your current profession?
When the pandemic hit last year, every industry was investing in digital technologies and practices. However, real estate companies were lagging behind while

2021 Ones to Watch: Samantha Hall, Evolution Energy Partners

Who was/is your mentor and how did s/he influence/help you in your career?
There is no question that Vanessa Strausser, EEP’s VP of procurement, is my mentor. She has been my mentor from the start of my career in the

2021 Ones to Watch: John Chalkias, Elite Builders and Management

What did you want to be when you grew up?
I always wanted to be an engineer. I have always been fascinated with how things work in general. I was one of the kids you would find building

2021 Ones to Watch: Alex Chalkias, Elite Builders and Management

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
We are one of the top steel companies in the affordable housing market for the past three years within the New York Metro area. Throughout the years, we

2021 Ones to Watch: Anthony Passudetti, CPA, The Fuoco Group

How do you keep your team motivated despite conflicts and obstacles?
I am a “roll up your sleeves” kind of guy and in the trenches every day with our staff. I stay involved with each client’s engagement so