2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Sam Eshaghoff, West Egg Development

Number of years in CURRENT position: 6 3 skills that you use every day in your position: Negotiation, research, problem solving. Best book, podcast, or app for aspiring leaders: ‘Skycraper Dreams’ will get you high on deal making and development.

2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Frank DeLucia, HUB International

Number of years in CURRENT position: 32 Best advice for new leaders in 10 words or less: You must genuinely believe in your company and the services you are offering. When you believe that you are the best, that resonates.

2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Ron Fanish, Rainbow Restoration of Westchester

Number of years in CURRENT position: 6 3 skills that you use every day in your position: Creativity, dedication, and professionalism Best book, podcast, or app for aspiring leaders: “Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike,” by Phil Knight

2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Connor Lacefield, AKRF

Number of years in CURRENT position: 4.5 3 skills that you use every day in your position: Communication, organization and strategic thinking. Best book, podcast, or app for aspiring leaders: “How I Built This” by Guy Raz

2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Matt Bordwin, Keen-Summit Capital Partners, LLC

Number of years in CURRENT position: 9 Best book, podcast, or app for aspiring leaders: “Don’t Be A Stranger” by Lawrence Perkins. Best advice for new leaders in 10 words or less: Build a strong network: Networking is crucial in the real estate industry.

2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Becky Flig, Mission Capital Advisors, LLC

Number of years in CURRENT position: 5 3 skills that you use every day in your position: Effective listening/communication, networking and time management Best book, podcast, or app for aspiring leaders: There isn’t one specific book or podcast I point to; however, I am on LinkedIn several times a day.

2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Kevin Marshall-Moran, Olive Tree Holdings

Number of years in CURRENT position: 2 Best book, podcast, or app for aspiring leaders: Re:Thinking with Adam Grant Best advice for new leaders in 10 words or less: A leader wins by empowering her/his team to grow.

2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Michael Rosenberg, Chaves Perlowitz Luftig

Number of years in CURRENT position: 1.5 3 skills that you use every day in your position: Expert negotiating skills, client relationship management and legal analysis and strategy

2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Marika Dzhindzhikashvili, Astor Realty Capital

Number of years in CURRENT position: 6 Best book, podcast, or app for aspiring leaders: LinkedIn has become my go-to platform for professional growth as an aspiring leader by following industry experts and learning from their insights.

2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Jeffrey Venezia, DIGroup Architecture

Number of years in CURRENT position: 17 Best advice for new leaders in 10 words or less: The highest level of creativity comes from collaborating with others. 3 skills that you use every day in your position: Think transformatively to connect architecture, interior and graphic design to improve lives and enrich and strengthen communities.