Richard Maltz, Maltz Auctions

What was the most challenging part of working during the pandemic?
The most challenging part of working during the pandemic was actually deciding when to “pull the trigger” and pivot to

David Schechtman, Meridian Investment Sales

What was your most notable project, deal, or transaction in 2020?
Selling six multifamily buildings for $36 million in the Bronx and New Rochelle to six different buyers on behalf of a generational family who

Kenne Shepherd, AIA, LEED AP, Kenne Shepherd Interior Design Architecture PLLC

What are your predictions for commercial real estate in 2021?
Currently some 11,000 retailers have announced store closures to date. It is projected that as many as 25,000 stores may close by the end of

James Famularo, Meridian Retail Leasing

What was the most challenging part of working during the pandemic?
We always remained optimistic that New York City would turn around quickly as it always has in the past. Finding people as optimistic as we were about

Sean Cronin, Cronin & Cronin Law Firm, PLLC

What was the most challenging part of working during the pandemic?
The most challenging part of working during the pandemic was coordinating with others. However, I will always be grateful for the effort of

Michael Rossi, Elegran

What aspects of working from home did you enjoy most?
While I missed the energy and family-style culture of our offices as well as seeing our staff and agents in-person every day, I loved being able to

2020 Year in Review: Thomas Kearns, Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP

What was your greatest professional accomplishment in 2020?
Becoming an expert on representing ground lessors through hotel ground lease defaults. It required a deep knowledge of each set of complex legal documents and

Eric Meer, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

What was the most challenging part of working during the pandemic?
In the early days of the pandemic, I needed to focus on my family’s safety and well-being while also being available and

Andrew Natter, Collaborative Group

What was the most challenging part of working during the pandemic?
I have learned that when an unprecedented, unforeseen event that impacts all areas of business and life occurs, all deals are

Dimitri Mortsakis, IREON, CRS Corporate Relocation Systems, Inc.

What was your most notable project, deal, or transaction in 2020?
We have worked on several large relocation and installation projects this year, including moving almost 2,000 employees for a firm from six different NYC locations to