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What inspired you to pursue a career in your industry, and what path brought you to your current role? My journey into commercial real estate began the summer before my senior year of high school. When I secured an internship at a well-established and highly respected brokerage firm my father recommended.

What inspired you to pursue a career in your industry, and what path brought you to your current role? I was initially drawn to transactional law for its pace and problem‑solving, but I gravitated toward commercial real estate finance because of how directly legal structuring impacts deal outcomes.

What inspired you to pursue a career in your industry, and what path brought you to your current role? Playing with Legos was an early creative outlet for me. I never followed the instructions on the kits, instead opting to design my own structures.

What accomplishment or project so far in your career are you most proud of? Throughout my career, whether in tenant organizing, community development, or cooperative preservation, my focus has remained the same: helping people stay in their homes and communities. One accomplishment I am particularly proud of is helping expand Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester’s post-purchase and preservation work.

What inspired you to pursue a career in your industry, and what path brought you to your current role? From a young age, I was drawn to art and design. I was naturally curious and loved traveling, which sparked a unique appreciation for the built environment.

What inspired you to pursue a career in your industry, and what path brought you to your current role? There is something special about family business, and I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to continue one that stretches four generations of architects.

What inspired you to pursue a career in your industry, and what path brought you to your current role? My grandparents inspired me to pursue a career in architecture. One grandfather was an interior designer and one an aerospace engineer. From a young age I was always fascinated with building and construction. From drawing in school to building models, I knew architecture was the only path for me.

What inspired you to pursue a career in your industry, and what path brought you to your current role? I have long been interested in studying cities, how they grow, evolve, and are influenced by public policy, economic forces, and community priorities.

What inspired you to pursue a career in your industry, and what path brought you to your current role? I have been passionate about climate change mitigation since high school. I originally moved to New York to pursue an acting career, but I also became involved in climate advocacy organizations. Like many actors, I struggled to gain a foothold in that industry, and I was spending more and more time on climate advocacy.

What accomplishment or project so far in your career are you most proud of? I’m most proud of relocating to Albany to help launch ARCO’s newest office and expand our presence throughout Upstate New York. In a close-knit community like Albany, everything is centered around relationships, trust, and reputation.

What accomplishment or project so far in your career are you most proud of? I’m most proud of my work on large-scale renovations and adaptive reuse projects. I have been involved in the repositioning of 3 Times Sq. since 2019, where our team has delivered over 20 projects

What accomplishment or project so far in your career are you most proud of? I’m most proud of my current assignment: a multi-phased, half-billion-dollar corporate campus renovation for a global financial client, for which our firm was brought in to put back on track after it fell behind schedule and over budget.