2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Joanna Manfro, Matthews R.E. Investment Services

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? In the past year, I’ve made a successful transition from the principal side to brokerage, in first few months having already secured the sale of a highly coveted $45.5 million shopping center in Westport, CT, and currently have three additional deals

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Peter Arsenault, Northstar Project & Real Estate Services

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I was interested in transitioning to the OPM field and after completing numerous life science construction projects, Northstar onboarded me. For the past 3 years, I have represented Takeda Pharmaceutical, Finch Therapeutics and Ambri.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Brandon Mitchell, Malone Commercial Brokers

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? One of my biggest accomplishments within the last year is helping one of my very first clients successfully transition from a small, high-maintenance multifamily portfolio into a larger industrial investment.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Jennifer Small, Malone Commercial Brokers

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? The accomplishment I am most proud of in the past 12 months is completing my CCIM certification. This designation is held by less than 6% of people in the commercial real estate industry and that number significantly decreases

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Mike Anderson, Malone Commercial Brokers

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I’ve continued to grow my relationships with existing and new clients including taking on more business brokerage assignments in addition to my commercial real estate brokerage work; they often go hand in hand.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Vrajesh Patel, Columbia

How do you balance your rising career with your personal life? Possibly the most difficult aspect of my life is balancing personal life and my career, but it was important for me to understand that life/work balance is not one size fits all.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Nicholas Bottari, Gienapp Architects

How do you balance your rising career with your personal life? In a word, scheduling. Recognizing the most significant priorities at the start of each week allows me to dedicate time effectively and focus on the most pressing items. It’s equally important to set boundaries.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Moses Guadalupe, Tecta America New England

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? One of our current projects for a general contractor has had ongoing addendums and revisions to the drawings, making it challenging to stay on top of things so details won’t be overlooked.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Sean Kennedy, Callahan Construction

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? Last year I turned over two life science lab spaces for clients in Lexington. Both were fantastic to work with and I am excited to see the great things they will accomplish in their new space.

Boston Seaport by WS Development unveils mural installation by artist Wade

Boston, MA Boston Seaport by WS Development has welcomed a new addition to its public art scene. Author and poet Cleo Wade has chosen this district as the location for her first concepted and designed mural installation, “A Small & Mighty Truth.” Prominently situated at the intersection of I-90 and Congress St., adjacent to the new 400 Summer St. building, Wade’s mural serves as a gateway