2024 Women in CRE: Sarah Berman, The Berman Group

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of?  Our firm has grown tremendously over the past two years. We have taken on more national and international work and we are currently representing a large number of clients who are paving the way for diversity and inclusion in real estate.

2024 Women in CRE: Heather Milazzo, Keen-Summit Capital Partners LLC

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight?  “Heather’s diverse expertise in both PR and real estate makes her a standout. With over ten years of leadership at Keen-Summit, she has mastered marketing, operations, and project management.

2024 Women in CRE: Jessica Madden, Norco Construction

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of?  Norco is on track to nearly double its project volume this year. I am very proud of contributing to my firm’s continuous growth, both in New York and throughout the East Coast. Most recently, I managed estimating and bid efforts

2024 Women in CRE: Cynthia Mitchell, Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight? “Cindy consistently displays exceptional leadership and influence in the real estate industry. As the New York office co-chair of one of the nation’s largest real estate law practices, Cindy has demonstrated unparalleled expertise and vision. She also co-chairs Seyfarth’s Healthcare RE Finance practice.

2024 Women in CRE: Laura Rapaport, North Bridge

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? This year, North Bridge won PACENation’s PACESetter Award for Innovative Deal of The Year for The Battery in Philadelphia. We partnered with the developer to structure a $26.6M C-PACE loan to enable completion of this landmark mixed-used conversion.

2024 Women in CRE: Kate Hrobsky, Denham Wolf Real Estate Services

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight?  “Kate joined Denham Wolf following a successful career as a capital markets specialist followed by 13 years raising her family and volunteering in her local community. Her impact at Denham Wolf has been profound – she thrives in her interactions with her clients.

2024 Women in CRE: Krista Patterson, Robinson & Cole LLP

What are the most important factors young women should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with?  Young women (and men, who should also be focused on gender equality) should look for firms with established female leadership and formal and informal mentorship programs that take gender-specific concerns into account.

2024 Women in CRE: Jessica Vilmenay, Schuckman Realty Inc.

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight?  “Jessica Vilmenay leads Schuckman Realty’s leasing team for Long Island where she works diligently with landlords and tenants to help achieve their real estate goals. She has worked with national tenants such as Lidl Market, CVS Pharmacy,

2024 Women in CRE: Ximena Rodriguez, CetraRuddy

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of?  We’re excited to be working on a number of major commercial-to-residential conversions in the Financial District, including 25 Water St.. Adaptive reuse initiatives are a special focus for our firm, and over the course of 30+ years we’ve converted dozens of historic structures throughout New York

2024 Women in CRE: Edel Fitzgerald, JT Magen

Why should this nominee be recognized in our Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight?  “Edel Fitzgerald has grown to be one of the most sought out professionals within our company, as well as by our clients. Her tireless attention to detail is quite fascinating as is her drive to consistently build the best projects.