What recent professional milestone or project are you most proud of, and why? I’m most proud of delivering the first phase of infrastructure and the first residential building-Amaya-at the Suffolk Downs redevelopment on time and on budget. It’s rewarding to see Amaya’s lease up actively combat the housing crisis and watch vibrant spaces like Beachmont Sq. come to life.
What recent professional milestone or project are you most proud of, and why? I am proud to be part of my company’s rollout of new portfolio loan programs for low- to- moderate income and first- time homebuyers. This group is broader than you might think, including young professionals, educators, first responders, and retail workers.
What recent professional milestone or project are you most proud of, and why? I am most proud of a recent retail tenant I represented. Their business has not only thrived in their new space, but it has also spawned a thriving community that surrounds the business. Commercial real estate professionals play a pivotal role in the communities we serve, and sometimes we are fortunate to play a role in building our communities up while bringing them closer together.
What recent professional milestone or project are you most proud of, and why? Last year, I played a key role in closing nearly two dozen complex affordable housing finance transactions on behalf of a major institutional lender. I’m proud to be part of a talented, dedicated team that met our clients’ needs by combining deep industry expertise with the ability to develop creative,
What recent professional milestone or project are you most proud of, and why? One of my proudest milestones is seeing the 1201 River St. project-a 63- unit Passive House senior affordable housing development-through key construction phases after stepping in midstream. Without having drawn it, I had to quickly understand its intent and manage a high volume of submittals to keep it on track.
What recent professional milestone or project are you most proud of, and why? One of the proudest moments in my career so far has been seeing the completion and opening of the Costco store in Sharon, Mass. It was a multi- year project involving a large, multidisciplinary team, and a complex development site that included additional retail and residential components.
What’s one challenge you’ve overcome in your career so far, and what did it teach you? Being a young woman in a position of authority. When I first became a property manager, I was the youngest person on my staff. I had a team of seven reporting to me, including a few older maintenance men. I learned that working hard, proving to them you deserve your position, and a willingness to get my hands dirty was the way to win them over.
What recent professional milestone or project are you most proud of, and why? I’m most proud of surpassing a top producer in my second year at SR Commercial. It proved that hard work, relationship- building, and trusting your instincts matter just as much as experience. It gave me the confidence to own my seat at the table.
What recent professional milestone or project are you most proud of, and why? I helped a well- known Connecticut- based pizza restaurant secure its liquor license for a new Seaport location. While small compared to the larger projects we handle at RIW, this one meant a lot to me personally. Growing up in CT, I’ve been a fan of this spot for years.
What recent professional milestone or project are you most proud of, and why? I’m most proud to be working on the sale of 781 Grove St., the former St. Peter- Marian High School. I grew up nearby, played sports there, and always saw it as a pillar of the community. As one of Worcester’s few Catholic high schools, it’s a meaningful full- circle moment.
