Developing Rochester: Andrews Terrace: Revitalizing an Icon

Rochester, NY Conifer Realty, LLC and Community Preservation Partners (CPP) have joined forces to rehabilitate and preserve Andrews Terrace. This waterfront community, originally built in 1975, is undergoing extensive renovations

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2024 Women in CRE: Alyssa Tarnok,
Herman Katz LLP

Which professional organization(s) would you recommend to women just starting out in your industry: The real estate industry has many subsectors, which means that, for those just starting out, there is a lot to learn and many people to meet. I’ve found that working on a pro bono

2024 Women in CRE: Carolina Zapata, Shawmut Design and Construction

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight?  “Carolina diligently pursues excellence in everything she undertakes. She is passionate about her work, and it shines through as she skillfully navigates challenges on complex renovations with creativity and precision.

2024 Women in CRE: Sarah Bigos,
Montroy DeMarco Architecture

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? My most interesting recent assignments were two vastly different workplace design projects: the new 40,000 s/f headquarters of Publicis Health Groupe in Philadelphia, PA and the final location of five borough

2024 Women in CRE: Laureen Harris,
Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of?  In June 2024, I was appointed by governor Hochul to be a board member of the Empire State Development (ESD). The ESD is the chief economic development agency in New York State with a mission

2024 Women in CRE:
Jeanette Foote, Arbor Realty Trust

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight?  “I would like to congratulate Jeanette on this recognition and for the leadership she provides to her colleagues every day. Foote inspires a diligent approach, critical and creative thinking

2024 Women in CRE: Shallini Mehra, Meridian Investment Sales

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of?  The due diligence for rent stabilized deals with free market units has increased significantly. With the passing of the HSTPA 2019 rent laws, a deregulation may be challenged at any point in time requiring landlords to have the necessary paperwork to prove the free market status regardless of when they purchased the building.

2024 Women in CRE: Jennifer Yashar,
Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I am most proud of advising my industry-leading clients on their headquarter leases, including Blackstone’s lease extension and footprint expansion to 1.06m s/f at 345 Park Ave.

2024 Women in CRE: Christiana Suppa AIA, NCIDQ,
H2M architects + engineers

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight?  “Christiana Suppa AIA, NCIDQ should be recognized for her outstanding career in commercial real estate. As a senior project manager, she successfully oversees all phases of design and construction