2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Ira Zlotowitz, GPARENCY

Ira Zlotowitz serves as founder and president of GPARENCY, the first and only brokerage in the commercial mortgage industry to offer a transparent, fixed-fee service. In this capacity, he oversees the origination, shopping and closing of loans.

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Daniel Evans, Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Daniel Evans co-chairs Seyfarth’s 70-lawyer Real Estate Finance practice. He represents lenders and borrowers across all aspects of commercial real estate finance, from loan originations and loan sales, to workouts and restructurings. He has handled a wide range of transactions - from small conduit deals to billion dollar credit facilities.

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Jennifer Djurkovic, Djurkovic Investment Properties

Jennifer Djurkovic is founder and CEO of Djurkovic Investment Properties, a commercial real estate firm she started in 2019. With over 14 years of experience in the industry, she specializes in brokering high-value deals across New York, Pennsylvania, South Florida, and more. She manages a talented team of analysts, marketing experts, and real estate professionals, working together to drive innovation and ensure operational efficiency.

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Michael Mark, AIA, Mark Design Studios Architecture, PC

Michael Mark, AIA is principal of Mark Design Studios Architecture, PC which was founded in 2003. As president of the firm Michael manages a team of 16 employees and is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of projects and overall delivery to the end client. He manages internal operations, fostering a positive and dedicated workforce, while also consistently advancing relationships with new and existing clientele.

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Rose Fathers, Building Skills NY

Rose Fathers joined BSNY in January 2024 to advance the organization’s mission of preparing local job seekers for construction careers while helping employers find a ready, willing, and able workforce. She manages relationships with a network of about 100 employers to build and sustain a healthy job pipeline. She presents job opportunities to her team of two direct reports

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Robyn Reiss, Reiss Strategies

As the founder of Reiss Strategies, Robyn Reiss is responsible for driving the firm’s strategic vision and business development for real estate professionals. With nearly two decades of experience, Reiss has spent her time in her current position leading a dedicated team of professionals. Under her management, the team comprises skilled professionals from media,

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Andrew Solano, Emtec Consulting Engineers

With over 15 years in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, Andrew Solano has built Emtec Consulting Engineers into a trusted partner across diverse sectors. As managing partner, he has led Emtec’s expansion from New York to markets in NJ, MA, PA, and MO, with plans for further growth. His leadership blends strategic vision with technical expertise

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Seth Samowitz, BKREA

Seth Samowitz, COO of BKREA, has led the company’s operations and technology since it was founded seven years ago. He oversees a team of eight and hundreds of AI agents, managing daily operational efficiency and implementing innovative tech solutions to streamline workflows. Samowitz’s responsibilities include automating outreach, optimizing processes

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Robert Fuller, Gensler

Robert Fuller is a global leader of Gensler’s residential practice area and based in the New York office. With 26 years of experience in architectural design, city and regional planning, Fuller specializes in large, complex projects. These include new buildings, building repositioning, office-to-residential conversions, and mixed-use developments.

2024 Ones to Watch - Innovators in CRE: Naheem Harris, Akerman LLP

Naheem Harris focuses his practice on representing domestic and international real estate companies, institutional lenders, REITs, funds, and other real estate investors and operators on a wide range of real estate matters, including bespoke financings (mortgage, mezzanine and preferred equity investments, and both borrower and lender representations), dispositions and acquisitions, development