2023 Women in CRE: Margarette Lee, Youngwoo & Associates, LLC

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? In my 38 years as a real estate developer with over 50 properties developed, I think the most recently finished radio tower stands out to me as one of my proudest. Nothing like this was built in over 50 years in the area but we had the vision to make a catalyst project serving 2.5 million Latinos in New York City alone.

2023 Women in CRE: Mia Schipani. Houlihan Lawrence Commercial

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? The 80,000 s/f retail anchor store in the Stamford Town Center which I just closed and repurposed as the largest indoor pickleball venue in the U.S. (27 courts). What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? The sales, marketing support and opportunities to team with others for mentorship and guidance.

2023 Women in CRE: Lisa Radetsky, Phillips Nizer LLP

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? Representation of a client in the diligence and negotiation to acquire a non-performing mezzanine loan and the subsequent restructuring of such mezzanine loan in connection with new construction loan mortgage financing.

2023 Women in CRE: Sara Wurzer, Buckingham Properties

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m most proud of the skillset I have developed thus far and my career growth here at Buckingham Properties. I started in 2019 as a property manager, worked my way to an assistant director position, and most recently was promoted again to a director level role.

2023 Women in CRE: Erika Banach, Marcus & Millichap Capital Corporation

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? My role requires that I focus on creating effective strategies to generate revenue for the firm. I am responsible for executing these strategies, measuring the impact, and adapting as required. I am most proud of identifying synergies between financing, investment sales, and loan sale professionals and implementing actions to maximize cross collaboration that directly generates value for our clients.

2023 Women in CRE: Nicole Daniggelis, Ariel Property Advisors

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? The recent sale of a corner mixed-use building at 65 Woodhull St. in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. Despite uncertainty as a result of rising rates and legislative headwinds, by running a streamlined process we were able to create a competitive bidding process, ultimately receiving over 10 offers and transacting at a sale price equating to an in-place 4.3% cap rate.

2023 Women in CRE: Yael Ron, Silverstein Properties

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? My most important accomplishment has been creating a culture that includes standards, vision, mission, daily recognition, and the opportunity for my team to grow. I give them the tools and encouragement they need to succeed. Together, we create a sense of community for our commercial and residential tenants, while increasing retention rates and managing the different segments of Inspire in an involved and responsible way.

2023 Women in CRE: Katie Kurtz, Silverstein Properties

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? As chief financial officer, my role is less singular transaction or project based but rather focused on the profitability, liquidity and overall financial health of the enterprise. Under my leadership, my team has implemented strong financial metrics and controls that have become even more important given the current market conditions and rising interest rates.

2023 Women in CRE: Yael Urman, Silverstein Properties

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m immensely proud of our groundbreaking partnership with Apple, HID, and SwiftConnect. We developed and launched the first Apple Wallet NFC mobile building access via our homegrown Inspire App. This innovation boosts tenant security and convenience.

2023 Women in CRE: Katelin Van Voorhis, RM Friedland

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? We all know the saying “time kills deals” and have felt the frustration of a good deal withering on the vine. Given the seemingly longer and longer deal cycles of the past couple years, I’m proud of a turn-key nail salon transaction where I secured above-asking rent and a signed lease less than 7 weeks from posting a “sneak peek” video.