Category: Spotlight Content

2022 Industry Leaders: Ian Bel, Olive Tree Holdings

2022 Industry Leaders: Ian Bel, Olive Tree Holdings

September 27, 2022
What is your management style? I believe in having a mentor-approach to management, focusing on autonomy, coaching, and empowering my team. I do not micromanage, and I strive to embody Olive Tree’s core
2022 Industry Leaders: Jennifer Djurkovic, Djurkovic Investment Properties

2022 Industry Leaders: Jennifer Djurkovic, Djurkovic Investment Properties

September 27, 2022
What leadership role outside of the workplace is most rewarding to you? As one of the three founding partners of “College Cribs,” which is a data base of academic-focused neighborhoods apartment rentals within close proximity of college campuses. We are
2022 Industry Leaders: Nancy Colella, NYS Sustainable Corp.

2022 Industry Leaders: Nancy Colella, NYS Sustainable Corp.

September 27, 2022
What is your management style? My management style is directly interested and always involved, from the finite details at the point of introduction for a renewable project to the completion and delivery of
2022 Industry Leaders: Akram Khalis, MHT Lighting

2022 Industry Leaders: Akram Khalis, MHT Lighting

September 27, 2022
What is your management style? Lead by example and with empathy; for example, if an employee isn’t performing to their potential or is displaying a lack of urgency, it’s better to ask
2022 Industry Leaders: David Wilkes, Herman Katz Cangemi Wilkes & Clyne, LLP

2022 Industry Leaders: David Wilkes, Herman Katz Cangemi Wilkes & Clyne, LLP

September 27, 2022
What is your management style? I manage based on trust and a love for the people I work with. If I know that an employee or partner understands the assignment and is capable, I prefer not to micromanage
2022 Industry Leaders: Nicoletta Pagnotta, Meridian Capital Group

2022 Industry Leaders: Nicoletta Pagnotta, Meridian Capital Group

September 27, 2022
Describe what you would consider to be ONE of your top career highlights: Having had the opportunity to work on the financing for some of New York’s most iconic properties, many stand out as highlights. That said, the most memorable project my team
2022 Industry Leaders: Ryan Bieber, Urbahn Architects

2022 Industry Leaders: Ryan Bieber, Urbahn Architects

September 27, 2022
What is your management style? I manage my projects and teams to achieve the clients’ expectations for the end product of built environment. This starts with the staff—I believe in
2022 Industry Leaders: Gregory DeMarco, Rock Brook

2022 Industry Leaders: Gregory DeMarco, Rock Brook

September 27, 2022
What is your management style? My management style can be described as total open and honest communication. I believe in teamwork and inclusion of all, and I encourage everyone to be
2022 Industry Leaders: Amber Holycross, Wendel

2022 Industry Leaders: Amber Holycross, Wendel

September 27, 2022
What is your management style? Growing up, my father worked two jobs to provide for my family. From his example of tireless dedication, I learned the importance of servant leadership. I place
2022 Industry Leaders: David Brown, SPACES (a CNY Company)

2022 Industry Leaders: David Brown, SPACES (a CNY Company)

September 27, 2022
What aspect of your position do you find most challenging? One of the most challenging aspects of my role is the daily balance of the many different personalities in our industry. With such a dynamic range of people, it is
2022 Industry Leaders: Greg Corbin, Rosewood Realty Group

2022 Industry Leaders: Greg Corbin, Rosewood Realty Group

September 27, 2022
Describe what you would consider to be ONE of your top career highlights: Three years ago, a private equity firm purchased over 20 mortgage loans from traditional banks, collateralized by 31 Brooklyn properties. The PE shop then filed default notices and
2022 Industry Leaders: Jamie Schwartz, Hudson Valley iCampus

2022 Industry Leaders: Jamie Schwartz, Hudson Valley iCampus

September 27, 2022
What is your management style? Collaborative. I value and trust my team and encourage everyone to contribute. I believe in treating everyone with respect. Although I am demanding, my