Spotlights

2023 Women in CRE: Tamie Thompson, JLL

What advice would you offer to women getting into the CRE industry? If you are interested in a career and not just a job then, think about the long game, focus on opportunities vs obstacles, and always network, network, network. Make sure

2023 Women in CRE: Chelsea Siefert, Quonset Development Corp.

Why should this nominee be recognized in our WCRE Spotlight? “As the newly promoted COO of Quonset Development Corp., Chelsea has demonstrated skillful leadership in a field largely dominated by men. She has delivered tangible results

It’s nice to be the king! - by Dennis Serpone

When you’re the landlord, you’re the king. Every business, once a location is secured, has to prepare for dealing with a landlord, a build-out, personnel, and then the customers. At the top of this pyramid is the ‘landlord’. Be it an individual or, in many cases, the landlord’s representative.

2023 Women in CRE: Anita Tomasian, AHA Consulting Engineers, Inc.

What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? It’s important to work for a firm that challenges you yet offers tools for success. AHA hired me out of college

2023 Women in CRE: Erin Harvey, EQT Exeter

What advice would you offer to women getting into the CRE industry? My advice to any woman entering the CRE industry is to explore multiple specialties to discover which matches best with your skill set and interests, become an active

2023 Women in CRE: Emily Paparella, Elkus Manfredi Architects

How has CREW Boston/CREW Network helped your professional development? CREW has given me a deep and rich community of like-minded yet diverse women who are driven to achieve success in commercial real estate in greater Boston.

2023 Women in CRE: Joanne O’Connell, Hancock Survey Associates, Inc.

What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? Two words come to mind – relationships and trust. You need a company that supports the development,

2023 Women in CRE: Natalie Breen, Cummings Properties

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? Under my leadership, the Cummings Executive Office Suites achieved an unprecedented milestone of 100% occupancy post-COVID, a testament to my belief and focus

2023 Women in CRE: Talia Kudan Abad, Cushman & Wakefield

How has CREW Boston/CREW Network helped your professional development? CREW has helped my professional network since I joined a few years ago. I did not know any women in the industry, and CREW Boston provided a supportive and accomplished

2023 Women in CRE: Bethany Lyons, Washington Trust

What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? Recently, I’m most proud of my efforts to get my three kids ready for back to school and fall sports, and everything that comes with it!