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2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Jennifer Appel, Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman LLP
April 22, 2025
Recent goal and impact: Over the past decade, several departments in our firm were intricately involved in securing a myriad of approvals for a mixed-use development
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Laura Sugarman, Benesch
April 22, 2025
Recent goal and impact: I recently structured a series of leasehold condominium deals in New York, helping not-for-profits secure critical tax exemptions. This complex process required a deep understanding of real estate law and tax codes. The project created long-term value for our firm, positioning us as a leader in this niche area.
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Sean Teeling, Holt Construction
April 22, 2025
Sharing knowledge and expertise: I share my knowledge and expertise through making frequent job site visits and working with the project teams to educate them on all matters regarding safety.
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Nina Roket, Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP
April 22, 2025
Recent goal and impact: Expanding my practice has been a key goal, and I’ve intensified this effort despite recent market challenges. I’ve successfully grown my client base across industries, directly benefiting Olshan by expanding our business, reach, and visibility. I’ve helped clients restructure real estate,
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Leah Blackman, CM&B
April 22, 2025
Sharing knowledge and expertise: Whether it’s crafting a thoughtful LinkedIn post, hosting an internal training session, sharing articles, or hosting a client lunch & learn, I am always happy to share my expertise with others. It’s easy to forget our own depth of experience.
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Marc Alleyne, Spartan Demolition Company
April 22, 2025
Recent goal and impact: One of our recent goals was to streamline the permitting and approval process for demolition projects in NYC. Given the complexity of regulations and the multiple agencies involved, delays were common. We invested in a dedicated compliance team and digital tracking system, which cut approval times by 30%.
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Sean Mashihi, Block Real Estate Group
April 22, 2025
Turning problems into opportunities: One real estate challenge that turned into an opportunity involved a commercial property that had been sitting vacant for a long period. The owner was struggling with finding a tenant and the building itself was in need of significant renovations. Instead of seeing the vacant space as a loss, we approached the situation
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: R. Davis Powell, King & Spalding
April 22, 2025
Recent goal and impact: The global aspects of our real estate practice are especially enjoyable for me. We were recently engaged by a great client on a joint venture hospitality transaction involving an asset in the Caribbean. We put an excellent cross-border team together that quickly gained the trust of the client and the counterparties.
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Elliot Bogod, Broadway Realty
April 22, 2025
Sharing knowledge and expertise: To give back to the industry, I became a REBNY downtown committee co-chairman last year and actively participated in REBNY events.
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Scott Vetri, Katten
April 22, 2025
Recent goal and impact: Leading the department through the unprecedented commercial real estate cycles caused by COVID reshaped my management approach. From the shutdowns to a boom driven by low interest rates, followed by a downturn due to rate hikes and the work-from-home trend, the demand for legal services fluctuated rapidly.
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Elie Rieder, Castle Lanterra
April 22, 2025
Turning problems into opportunities: I have been fortunate to be a third-generation real estate entrepreneur, drawing inspiration from both my grandfather and father, who each developed distinct but complementary investment strategies. When I launched CL, I merged these two strategies, leveraging my multi-generational foundation to create a hybrid approach.
2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Michael Hults, IMEG
April 22, 2025
Sharing knowledge and expertise: After 33 years as a commissioned U.S. Army officer, and now an IMEG principal, I mentor and encourage open communication. Leadership is caring for your team and their families. I involve my team in decision-making, considering their well-being, and ask them to do so too. I help my team understand the importance of empathy,
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