Spotlights

Department store domination: The fabulous forefathers of our current NYC shopping greatness - by Faith Hope Consolo

When the ‘Queen of Retail’ is asked where is the best shopping in Manhattan…my forever favorites will be Madison Ave. and Fifth Ave. Not because I live on Fifth and my office is on Madison (pure coincidence… or is it) but because they are the shopping destinations for luxury and is a parade of the most magnificent flagships in the world. When one describes shopping greatness, the fabulous forefathers are the department stores and I promise you they are beyond…

Schuckman Realty facilitates 5,500 s/f lease to Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen/Burger King

Manhattan, NY Schuckman Realty Inc. has facilitated the signing of a 10-year lease with Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen/Burger King for 5,5...

Berko completes a $115 million Israeli bond raise for retail developer

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2017 Women in Building Services: Diana Revkin, TPG Architecture

What trends are you seeing so far this year? Beauty and wellness concepts are dominating the retail scene, offering an ever-growing list of spa services. Online retailers continue to test the waters and look for new ways to…

2017 Women in Building Services: Francesca Bucci, BG Studio International

How do you play your strengths to your advantage in your career? Be who you are. Most people respond positively to people who don’t pretend to be someone else. I also know how to delegate to people who are better than me in a particular field. I am better at seeing the big picture and looking ahead, strategy and communication are my best traits. That is why…

2017 Women in Building Services: Shari Leventhal, Langan

How do you play your strengths to your advantage in your career? I use my excellent communication skills to develop relationships with peers and clients. Clients enjoy working with me because I can effectively convey any issues that may arise and propose a resolution. My calm and clear-headed approach to speaking with clients gives them confidence that our team can tackle any challenges that come our way.

2017 Women in Building Services: Kevin Renée Gilbert, Gilbert International

How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career? I have always been more proactive than reactive; most of my time is spent anticipating what is to come and preparing for it, seeking to foresee obstacles and searching for alternative routes before hitting them…

2017 Women in Building Services: Julie Raisch, CompStak

How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career?  My biggest obstacle has been being taken seriously. Historically, CRE conferences haven’t been filled with women, young people, and tech startups – I had to know my stuff. I spent time with senior brokers and studied the market. Over time…

2017 Women in Building Services: Sara Ngan, FXFOWLE

What trends are you seeing so far this year?  I am seeing more cultural and institutional projects and less opportunities in the luxury residential market. The luxury residential market seems to be more cautious at the moment, yet mid-market rate units are doing very well.  What do you do for fun? I love cooking and baking for family and friends. There’s nothing like enjoying a great meal with people you care about.

Nina Peek and Colleen Griffiths of AKRF prepare and plan for adaptive reuse

Adaptive reuse, or the continued use of a building for a new and redefined purpose, continues to gain prominence in residential and commercial land development. Often associated with historic or culturally significant structures, adaptive reuse has been employed as a land use and real estate strategy to combat urban sprawl, promote sustainable design, and revitalize underutilized commercial or industrial zones.