Spotlights

2017 Women in Building Services: Cathy Hoffman, Atlantic Westchester, Inc.

How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career? I knew I was entering a male-dominated industry, but growing up with four older brothers, and in a neighborhood full of boys, I pushed to excel and prove to everyone that women can work hard and play hard too.

2017 Women in Building Services: Sarah Nolan Hoff, Hoffhaus Creative

How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career?  While it’s improving, the biggest obstacle is that many firm leaders see marketing as a support role. Marketing is responsible for crafting your message to the world, aligning your firm processes around business strategy, presenting your portfolio in the best light, and…

2017 Women in Building Services: Amy Rose, Rose Associates, Inc. 

What trends are you seeing so far this year? Renters continue to gravitate toward properties that offer robust amenity packages that enhance their day-to-day life in an effortless way. In 2017, we introduced a building-specific mobile app to…

2017 Women in Building Services: Julia Lindh, MKDA

How do you play your strengths to your advantage in your career? I make sure my clients know they are my priority. This has led to long-term relationships. It’s not about winning the job, getting it done and moving on. I want to foster a long-term relationship so I am the…

2017 Women in Building Services: Kristen Gizzi, ECCO Development LLC

How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career? I have faced many obstacles, each one unique and at different points within my career. One cannot look at an impediment as a reflection on themselves. You cannot let your self-confidence be impacted by any obstacle…

2017 Women in Building Services: Angela Rella, ACC Real Estate Services, Inc. 

What trends are you seeing so far this year? Thankfully, the New York/Long Island economy is doing very well this year. Sales are up! Construction is booming, especially on Long Island. Owners are buying more and can afford to pay for professional property management…

2017 Women in Building Services: Sara Rubenstein, Continental Ventures 

How do you play your strengths to your advantage in your career? I am very passionate about what I do, and I think that comes across readily. That passion and excitement helps motivate my team. I also flex to other people’s strengths and weaknesses to build the best possible team and to drive performance. Because I love what I do…

2017 Women in Building Services: Jennifer Anna Pazdon, Cast Connex

How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career? I see a lot of potential in the AEC industry, particularly in NYC where progress happens at lightening pace, to become a real positive leader in the future of how our cities operate and how people live. Not only are projects more complex…

2017 Women in Building Services: Megan Guy, Simone Development Companies

What trends are you seeing so far this year?  In healthcare, changing demographics such as aging Baby Boomers and a move away from urban centers to the surrounding suburbs, combined with continued consolidation within the healthcare industry, continues to drive new…

2017 Women in Building Services: Deborah Rashti, EMS Restoration

How do you play your strengths to your advantage in your career? My strengths are the years of experience that I have in the restoration business. There is a lot to learn and there is nothing like hands on learning. I also have been attending industry functions for many years and have developed a strong network of professionals that…