Category: Spotlight Content

2021 Women in Professional Services: Natalya Robles, JPMorgan Chase

2021 Women in Professional Services: Natalya Robles, JPMorgan Chase

March 23, 2021
In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I worked on the financing of a $973 million construction loan for the redevelopment of a 1.3 million s/f office building. We closed on that transaction in
2021 Women in Professional Services: Shallini Mehra, Meridian Investment Sales

2021 Women in Professional Services: Shallini Mehra, Meridian Investment Sales

March 23, 2021
Why should women consider a career in commercial real estate and related services? Real estate can offer a dynamic life-long career. It sounds so basic, but we all need a roof over our heads, a place to conduct business, and places to congregate for food and recreation (in a post-COVID world). Hence, real estate is here to stay. The industry will always have
2021 Women in Professional Services: Brooke Richartz, JPMorgan Chase, Multifamily Lending

2021 Women in Professional Services: Brooke Richartz, JPMorgan Chase, Multifamily Lending

March 23, 2021
How have you adapted and changed in the last 12 months? I’ve learned to carve out time to be more present, in particular when it comes to “me time.” While working remote I found it challenging to
2021 Women in Professional Services: Karol Robinson, Herrick, Feinstein LLP

2021 Women in Professional Services: Karol Robinson, Herrick, Feinstein LLP

March 23, 2021
Women have made significant progress in the last year towards equality in the workplace. How do you advocate for your fellow women in real estate? Diversity of voices, mentorship and sponsorship of up and coming attorney talent is a hallmark of my practice. As such, I sit on the Governing Committee for
2021 Women in Professional Services: Janet Bortz, The Kislak Company, Inc.

2021 Women in Professional Services: Janet Bortz, The Kislak Company, Inc.

March 23, 2021
What steps have you taken to ensure the continued success of your firm? To adjust and be empathetic to the change in our transactional environment. Our job is to bring parties together including clients, third-party inspectors,
2021 Women in Professional Services: Kimberly Zar Bloorian, KLOUD Real Estate Marketing

2021 Women in Professional Services: Kimberly Zar Bloorian, KLOUD Real Estate Marketing

March 23, 2021
Why should women consider a career in commercial real estate and related services? Commercial real estate is much more dynamic and exciting than a typical 9-5 job. Not only is it constantly evolving, but you can watch something grow and
2021 Women in Professional Services: Zahra Jafri, Lynx Mortgage Bank LLC

2021 Women in Professional Services: Zahra Jafri, Lynx Mortgage Bank LLC

March 23, 2021
What steps have you taken to ensure the continued success of your firm? Over the past year, we have invested heavily in our digital platform and online presence. With the introduction of our mobile loan tracking app, and the implementation of
2021 Women in Professional Services: Carrie Villani, LERA Consulting Structural Engineers

2021 Women in Professional Services: Carrie Villani, LERA Consulting Structural Engineers

March 23, 2021
In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I am proud LERA has won many fantastic projects in NY and worldwide. Our market sector experience is very balanced from healthcare to cultural to
2021 Women in Professional Services: Judy Guarino, JPMorgan Chase, Commercial Mortgage Lending

2021 Women in Professional Services: Judy Guarino, JPMorgan Chase, Commercial Mortgage Lending

March 23, 2021
Why should women consider a career in commercial real estate and related services? It is so much fun! Being able to understand and know what it takes to create the bricks and mortar of our great city is very enlightening. Being a part of the
2021 Women in Professional Services: Sushmita Roy, HAP Construction

2021 Women in Professional Services: Sushmita Roy, HAP Construction

March 23, 2021
In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I have been most proud of my role as general counsel for HAP Construction, a construction management company responsible for several projects in
2021 Women in Professional Services: Alicia Iskhakova, JP Morgan Chase

2021 Women in Professional Services: Alicia Iskhakova, JP Morgan Chase

March 23, 2021
How do you keep your team motivated despite conflicts and obstacles? My philosophy as a leader is to operate as one team striving for a common goal. I am fortunate to have such a dedicated group of people to lead. I promote
2021 Women in Professional Services: Michelle Galindez, Syska Hennessy Group

2021 Women in Professional Services: Michelle Galindez, Syska Hennessy Group

March 23, 2021
Women have made significant progress in the last year towards equality in the workplace. How do you advocate for your fellow women in real estate? At Syska Hennessy we have a employee advocate group called SHAPE (Syska Hennessy Advocating for Professional Equality). This group helps with diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an employee run organization