2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Brian Anderson, Progress Capital

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? My most notable transaction took place in January of this year, when I closed a loan that was purchased through TenX. The property is in Southern, NJ and had considerable environmental concerns.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Katherine McDonnell, Bromley Companies

Number of years at firm: 3 One thing on my bucket list: Travel to every continent - 4 down, 3 to go! When I am not working, I am: Taking advantage of the incredible area we live. Food tours around Manhattan, hiking in the Catskills, skiing in the Adirondacks, sailing on the Sound, attending summer concerts at Pier 17 and Little Island.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: John Libretti, Progress Capital

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Last month, I closed my most challenging loan. My client was under contract to purchase a $25 million penthouse in the UES and was being penalized almost $10,000 daily for being past his contractual closing date.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Kara Fragola, Skanska USA Civil

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I am currently spearheading the architectural scope of work on Skanska’s Croton-Harmon Shops and Yard Replacement project, a design-build contract valued at over $360 million.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Emily Sappol, Time Equities, Inc.

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I recently completed my first commercial real estate financing as lead attorney. The loan transaction was complex, with post-closing obligations regarding ongoing repairs and escrows.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Anthony Flaccomio, ERG Commercial Real Estate

Number of years at firm: 3 One thing on my bucket list: Seeing NY Jets go to Super Bowl. When I am not working, I am: In Del Ray Beach, Florida with my daughter and still working on deals.  What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? During the course of the last 12 months, I originated, serviced and closed four commercial loans for the same borrower totaling in the multi millions.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Bobby Lawrence, B6 Real Estate Advisors

Number of years at firm: 4 One thing on my bucket list: Go on a West Coast road trip. When I am not working, I am: Hanging with friends, seeing live music, running, and playing tennis in Fort Greene Park. What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? My team sold 1490 & 1497 McDonald Ave.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Daniel Devine, Pryor Cashman LLP

Number of years at firm: 6 One thing on my bucket list: Going on a safari in Africa. When I am not working, I am: Enjoying time with my wife and three children; often in the kitchen perfecting our family recipe for Bolognese.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Sam Matayev, Norman Bobrow and Company

Number of years at firm: 4 One thing on my bucket list: Start a nonprofit organization to help students who are unable to pay for college. When I am not working, I am: Spending time with my new wife, reading, and exercising.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Jocelyn Glymph, Resolution Real Estate Partners

Number of years at firm: 1  One thing on my bucket list: Skydiving in Dubai over the Palm Islands or bungee jumping over Victoria Falls. For me, they are both priorities! When I am not working, I am: Running and practicing for marathons. Last year, I ran the Chicago marathon, this year I plan to run in my hometown race, New York!