Category: Spotlight Content

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Joel Richardson, H2M architects + engineers

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Joel Richardson, H2M architects + engineers

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? Our team has been engaged in the most significant land development projects in our region. It is amazing to reflect on the diverse range of projects that we have been fortunate to be a part of.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Michele Pincus, Esq., H2M architects + engineers

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Michele Pincus, Esq., H2M architects + engineers

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I am most proud of my leadership for the real estate market at H2M. My promotion to Market Director has afforded me the opportunity to apply my vision and direction to the market that services our private developer clients and help grow and expand our services.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Samuel Kwadrat, Rhine Legacy Capital

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Samuel Kwadrat, Rhine Legacy Capital

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? Successfully closing tens of millions in bridge finance, coupled with asset management and foreclosing on distressed loans.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Paul McCormick, Ariel Property Advisors

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Paul McCormick, Ariel Property Advisors

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m most proud of driving Ariel’s revenue in an uncertain market. Specifically, increasing the firm’s market share and growing the capital services group, which will continue to expand because of Ariel’s recently announced strategic partnership with GREA
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: William Anson, RM Friedland

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: William Anson, RM Friedland

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? The fact that after 50 years in this business, I am still getting calls from all over because of the reputation I have made in a long career in the real estate business.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Chris O’Callaghan, RM Friedland

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Chris O’Callaghan, RM Friedland

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what was one of the biggest challenges you faced as a leader and how did you overcome it? Overall challenges in the real estate market that must be met with hard work, perseverance, and a positive outlook about opportunities that exist.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Brad Cronin, Cronin & Cronin Law Firm, PLLC

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Brad Cronin, Cronin & Cronin Law Firm, PLLC

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? We recently obtained an 80% reduction in assessment on behalf of our client for a large former college campus. While the result will provide substantial relief for the owner,
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Vincent Ryan, JT Magen

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Vincent Ryan, JT Magen

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I take immense pride in orchestrating the triumph of the Netflix Albuquerque campus expansion. This project stands as a pinnacle of strategic planning, meticulous execution, and collaborative teamwork.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Alex Badalamenti, bld architecture, dpc

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Alex Badalamenti, bld architecture, dpc

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? Creating a culture of accountability. Our team of 20 people handles 50 projects in all stages of design. That requires our team to be nimble and responsive to a wide variety of design needs.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Robert Grunert-Loud, Rochester’s Cornerstone Group, Ltd.

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Robert Grunert-Loud, Rochester’s Cornerstone Group, Ltd.

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? In the past year, I’m most proud of leading the Silver Lake Meadows Rehabilitation project to completion in a typically underserved rural community. This initiative achieved a 21.9% reduction in energy usage and secured a NYSERDA Multifamily Performance certification, demonstrating our commitment to sustainability.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Tom Ortinau, GFP Real Estate

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Tom Ortinau, GFP Real Estate

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? We are fortunate to be active on new projects and growing our team at a time when most development firms are burdened with workouts and finding it difficult to raise capital.
2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Anthony Pili, Orange Bank & Trust Company

2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Anthony Pili, Orange Bank & Trust Company

May 28, 2024
In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I was recently promoted to Chief Innovation Officer, a newly created position responsible for driving the Bank’s capabilities in leading-edge technology and enhanced client services.