2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Ben Bacharach, Belveron Partners

strong>What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Belveron Partners is focused on the creation and preservation of affordable housing throughout the United States. Since joining the Belveron Acquisitions team I have had the opportunity to lead the acquisition of over 5,000 units of mixed income, section 8 and LIHTC units.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Kaela Fanning, Outsource Consultants, Inc.

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? We recently completed a graphical and cultural revamp of our entire employment manual and migrated it to a digital platform. We also have a year full of exciting initiatives and experiences for our 30th Anniversary year which runs May 1st, 2023 – April 30, 2024.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Nathan Kropp, Newmark

Number of years at firm: 5  One thing on my bucket list: I want to travel on a safari to Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. When I am not working, I am: spending time with friends and family, preferably at an Italian restaurant

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Ryan Kaddah, Rochester’s Cornerstone Group

Number of years at firm: 2  One thing on my bucket list: Experience every culture in the world.  When I am not working, I am: Traveling, volunteering, and reading.  What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Marketplace Senior Apartments, a 150-unit senior housing affordable apartment project.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Nicole Youngs, Rochester’s Cornerstone Group

Number of years at firm: 3.5 One thing on my bucket list: The thrill-seeking experience of skydiving! When I am not working, I am: Spending time with my two loyal dogs. Additionally, this spring I’ve had the privilege of participating in the Buffalo Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Citizens Academy Program with other prominent business and community leaders.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Vin Krstic, The Raisner Group

Number of years at firm: 3 One thing on my bucket list: Keep developing relationship with local vendors, supplier and talent in order to deepen our company’s involvement in North Central Brooklyn. When I am not working, I am: in the gym

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Danielle Volpe, Cornerstone Land Abstract

Number of years at firm: 9 One thing on my bucket list: I have so many bucket list items not yet completed that are related to travel, but Safari in Africa is top of my list! When I am not working, I am: Traveling, hiking, reading, working out and spending time with my husband and three children. 

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Noah Kagan, AKF

Number of years at firm: 6 When I am not working, I am: Spending time with friends, family, and our cat Cashew. One thing on my bucket list: Hiking all the high peaks in the Catskill Mountains.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Ellie Kimmes, Jafri Capital

Number of years at firm: 2.5 One thing on my bucket list: Be on Shark Tank! When I am not working, I am: Traveling! My family and friends live all across the US, so I try to visit them whenever possible. What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Through my role at Jafri Capital, I have been given the opportunity to lead the development of the Jafri Journal.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Jason Mink, Olive Tree Holdings

Number of years at firm: 2.5 One thing on my bucket list: Travel to every continent When I am not working, I am: Golfing, skiing, playing basketball, traveling, having a nice meal with friends. What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? In late 2021, I sourced 745 units off market in Northwest Arkansas.