Spotlights

New England Real Estate Journal's
2021 Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight

Check of this year featured Women in Commercial Real Estate in the New England Real Estate Journal

2021 Women in Commercial Real Estate: CREW Boston

CREW Boston’s mission is to promote the advancement and parity of women in commercial real estate by: Providing excellence in programming and events; Building networks and fostering business among members;

2021 Women in Commercial Real Estate: Christina Cadigan, Architectural Designer, DJSA Architecture, PC

What led you to your current profession? I took courses in engineering and architecture when I was a student at Silver Lake Regional High School in Kingston. I was influenced somewhat in my career choice by the example of my grandfather, who was a civil engineer for many years.

2021 Women in Commercial Real Estate: Megan Kane, Job Captain, DJSA Architecture, PC

What led you to your current profession? Every building, whether new or old, is unique and has a story to tell. It’s our job to make sure it’s told. A few things inspired me to pursue my current profession.

2021 Women in Commercial Real Estate: Candace Cunningham, Partner, Robinson & Cole LLP

What are some of the benefits of being a mentor or having a mentor? Mentors are akin to an experienced, trusted friend, in a professional context. You can share frustrations and goals and they will provide an objective viewpoint, overlaying your subjective circumstances,

2021 Women in Commercial Real Estate: Deirdre Robinson, Partner, Robinson & Cole LLP

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Every time I work with my clients to close on a project where new affordable housing units are going to be created I am proud of the work that we do.

2021 Women in Commercial Real Estate: Katherine Cruz, PE, Associate & Project Manager, Hancock Associates

What led you to your current profession? I was interested in engineering but wanted a career that wasn’t too technical and had lots of variety – civil engineering was a great fit! Also my mother, who was bursar at a local university, knew it was important for me to pick a career-centered major before starting college and stick with it. It was great advice.

2021 Women in Commercial Real Estate: Gail McNeice, Director/VP - Renewal Leasing, Linear Retail

What trends will dominate your industry in the coming months? The recovery of the economy will play a large impact on our industry.

2021 Women in Commercial Real Estate: Marilyn Santiago, Senior Commercial Real Estate Advisor, SVN Parsons Commercial Group - Boston

What led you to your current profession? I joined SVN Parson Commercial Group - Boston in 2008 as the director of marketing for the firm. Throughout the years I worked closely with the partners and managers and learned hands on the intricacies of real estate investing, ownership and management.

2021 Women in Commercial Real Estate: Kelly Colón, Director of Workplace Strategy, Cresa

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I am most proud of my ability to continue to support my family, students, clients, and company during a global pandemic that forced every segment of our lives to change on a dime.